Our 2025 International Dance Competition will take place on March 2, 2025 at the Pfefferberg Theatre in Berlin

Competition

The IDC Annual Dance Competition offers a unique, structured event where young dancers can showcase their skills and perform in front of a live audience and professional judges.

IDC BERLIN COMPETITION

MASTERCLASSES

March 1 + 2, 2025

COMPETITION

March 2, 2025

With an exclusive (but not required) schedule of masterclasses leading up to the competition performance, participants will have the opportunity to level up and learn from the best!

A stage for every dancer...

in collaboration with

Previously Winternational Berlin

How it Works

The competition is divided into different groups based on age, dance styles, and ensemble classifications to ensure a fair and enjoyable experience for all participants.

Age

Minis | Ages 4-7
For our youngest dancers who are just starting their journey in dance

Pre-Competitive | Ages 8-11
Young dancers who are beginning to gain experience in performing

Juniors | Ages 12-15
A more advanced group for dancers who have been training for a few years

Seniors | Ages16+
Our oldest age group, often consisting of dancers with longer dance experience

Dance Styles

Participants can perform in a variety of styles, catering to their strengths and interests

Classical Ballet
Traditional ballet technique, showcasing grace and precision

Contemporary/Neoclassical/ Lyrical
A blend of classical technique with modern movements. Classical lines and movments may still be used.

Modern Dance
Emphasizes freedom of movement, more acrobatic and usually with floorwork. Classical lines are not necessary.

Character Dance
Story-driven performances that incorporate theatrical or folk styles. (Mazurka, Czardas, Polka...)

Jazz Dance/ Show Dance
Energetic, rhythmic, and often upbeat performances inspired by pop culture, and or "broadway" style.

Hip Hop/ Street/ Commerical
A street style dance focused on freestyle movements and rhythm

Choreographic Composition
Abstract or mixed styles of dance that don't fit into a specific category.

Ensemble Classification

Performances are categorized based on the number of participants

Solo/ Variation
1 dancer performing alone

Duet
2 dancers performing together

Group
3 or more dancers performing as a group

Judging

Each performance is judged on the following criteria.

Technique
The dancer’s ability to execute movements accurately and skillfully

Artistry
The dancer’s emotional expression and connection with the audience

Choreography
The creativity and originality of the performance (for non classical pieces)

Stage Presence
Confidence and professionalism on stage

Awards and Prizes

At the end of the competition, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places will be awarded for each category.

Additionally, special awards will be given for Most Improvement, Greatest Artistry, Best Overall Talent, and Best Teamwork, Best Choreography. Scholarships and gift vouchers will also be awarded.

2024 Prizes

3x Gift Vouchers to Pro Danse Shop Berlin (€50 each)
4x Gift Vouchers to A La Second Dance Wear Shop (€30 each)
3x Annual Memberships to the online platform "Dance Masterclass" (€225 each) – Learn from world-renowned teachers with access to online dance tutorials and classes.
Scholarships to prestigious dance programs, including:

Tivoli Summer Dance Festival
Ballet Masterclass Berlin
IDC Summer Dance Intensive
Dance Masters Summer Workshop in Liguria, Italy

Meet Our Esteemed Jury

Our jury is composed of professional dancers, teachers, and choreographers from prestigious stages across Europe. Each member brings their experience and expertise to ensure fair and insightful evaluations. Judges are well rounded in all styles of dance. Get to know who will be judging this year's IDC competition:

2024 Jury

Sven Seidelman

Berlin State Ballet School

Aurora Dickie

Staatsballett Berlin

Toon Lobach

Netherlands Dans Theatre II

Angela Malan

Johannesburg Ballet Theatre

Lydia Holt

Friedrichstadt Palast

Luana Rossetti

Choreographer

Masterclasses

Take advantage of our masterclasses taught by our judges all of whom are industry professionals.

The masterclasses will be held on March 1st and 2nd, 2025, and are open to all dancers, not just competitors.

This is a great chance to refine your skills, learn new techniques, and work with our esteemed judges before performing on stage in front of them.

Masterclass Schedule

March 1, 2025: A full day of masterclasses in Ballet, Contemporary, and Commercial/ Hip Hop, giving dancers exposure to different techniques

March 2, 2025 (morning): Pre-competition warm-up classes, designed to prepare dancers before they step onto the stage.

**Full schedule will be announced at a later date.

Competition Schedule

IDC will begin on March 2, 2025 at 13:30 and run until approximately 22:00, starting with the minis category, followed by the Pre-Competitive division, Juniors and finishing with Seniors.

At the end of each age category will be the Prize Ceremony. Participants are expected to wait until the end of their age category for the prize ceremony.

A detailed schedule will be announced at a later date. Follow our Newsletter for regular updates.

For more information check out our Competition Guidelines page

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