Virtual Competition

VIRTUAL EVENT

For those who would like an additional opportunity to compete and learn from qualified judges. This event can also be used as an opportunity for studios and or routines who have not yet qualified or did not have a regional event close to qualify for one of our National Finals.

A portion of Ticket Donations will go to Spark Evolution & Spark’s “Light A Spark! Make a Difference” Studio Grant Program

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• Discounted Pricing from live events
• Domestic & International schools/competitors accepted
• Independents accepted (Virtual Comps Only)
• Last Chance qualifier for Nationals Opportunities
• Offers same award categories as Regional Events
• Physical awards & video critiques provided

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:

MAY 17, 2026

RELEASED:

MAY 30, 2026

877-572-9415

Directors

Go to the Directors only page for studio information, school and studio fees

PERFORMANCE GENRES

(Acro, Acting Monologues, Character/Musical Theater, Dancing, Instrumental, Modeling & Vocals)

CLICK HERE for a full list of our Performance Categories including but not limited to

VIRTUAL COMPETITION RULES & GUIDELINES

• International schools/studios are accepted.
• Independent, domestic, and international school/studio entries are accepted
• You can ONLY REGISTER UNDER ONE ACCOUNT
• Please be advised that all entries registered under a school or studio submission cannot be registered independently for the same virtual event. (No Independent entries accepted at live events)
• Group Routines can only be submitted by a Studio, School, Team, or Hip Hop Crew, and not through an independent account.
• All current levels, ages, divisions, time limits, performance categories & competition rules still apply as if it were a live event.
• View here for Age Divisions / Levels / Time Limits
• Event schedules will be emailed to the email on file before the event date
• Entry Fees cover the processing of entries. No Refunds for any reason
• All videos must be uploaded correctly, following the instructions below (Failure to do so may result in point deductions and/or disqualification without refunds)
• By entering our Virtual Competition, you accept that all judges’ decisions are final
• TE is not responsible for any injuries that occur during the filming of these videos
• By participating in this event, you permit images to be used solely for That’s Entertainment, its partner companies, and sponsors for casting, promotional materials, and publications, including That’s Entertainment’s website, Social Media, Music Videos, Short Films, Event Recaps, Interviews, and more. I further agree to waive any rights of compensation or ownership thereto.
• Bad sportsmanship of any kind, in person or virtually, can be cause for disqualification without refund (This includes soliciting competitors)
• May be combined with live events for overall scoring

VIDEO REQUIREMENTS

• Videos from previous competitions, recitals, or other performances are accepted
• Professional videos are not required 
• Videos can be recorded on any device you have and filmed in any environment
• Be sure videos are clear and accurately display all competitors
• Minimize background Items
• No other individuals should appear in the video besides the performer(s)
• Film your video with you facing the camera so the judges can properly critique
• Graphics, intros, and exits are not accepted
• All video submissions must be unedited with no splicing
• All videos must be uploaded to your registration account

HOW TO UPLOAD YOUR VIDEO INSTRUCTIONS

1. Video is identical to music uploads, except the file types are different.
2. All videos must be in one of the following file types: MOV, MP4, M4V, or HEVC.
3. The system will support a video file taken from a phone or a previous competition video, as long as it’s in the correct format.

***There are free video tools, such as Handbrake, that can help you change formats and reduce file size. *** Huge high-definition files do not help judge, and make it difficult to manage.

HOW TO UPLOAD PHOTOS

1. Click on the Photo icon to show the upload area.
2. Photos must be one of the following types: png, jpeg, jpg
3. You can drag and drop the image directly onto the Photo container, or click the Upload link and navigate the file.
4. To replace the photo, simply drag and drop or click the Upload link again.Click delete picture to remove the photo

*** The icon of photos will change to include the checkbox when our photos are uploaded.

VIEWING EVENT

• The event & awards will be broadcast via ViewStub
• All ticket donations of $8 + service fees will be donated to  A Portion of Ticket Donations will go to Spark Evolution & Spark’s “Light A Spark! Make a Difference” Studio Grant Program
• The event will be recorded & can be viewed on your viewstub.com account for up to 90 days
• Viewstub.com will require you to have a free viewstub.com account to view any events supported by viewstub.com
• If you have attended a past TE Event, using Viewstub, you can log back into your
  already created an account and purchased your donation-based ticket

SCORING & CRITIQUES

Three qualified judges will evaluate scores and audio critiques.

Judges may interchange by session and/or genres.

Although costumes, hair, and make-up are encouraged, we will accept videos with or without formal costuming.

Overall appearance scores will be based on age-appropriate choreography, music, outfit, and/or costume.

Scores and critiques will be added to your registration account within one (1) week of the event.

All current judging and scoring information applies. 

Please view here for additional information on our judging criteria and scoring.

AWARDS

• Awards will be announced at the end of the event
• Adjudication and placement awards are presented in each category
• Judges Specials, Elite Team, Titles, EOTY, Spark Nominations, Top 3/5/or 10, Event Specials & Overall High Scores will be awarded
• The Top 3 is only announced for Mini’s, Vocals/Instrumentals, Modeling, and Productions if there isn’t enough talent to warrant a Top 5 or 10
• Please view this page for more information on our award breakdown
• Please note that modifications have been made to accommodate a virtual event

Awards received for our Virtual Competitions are as follows:

All awards will be provided to your school for pickup at a TE event you are attending, or mailed to the school or home for independent entries.

• Cash prize certificates are awarded for Live Events Only
• Certificate awards may be presented in Either Virtual or Physical Form
• S/D/T who place 1, 2, 3 will receive a medal, pins, or ribbons to adjudicate S/D/T routines
• Groups that place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd receive an award and a medal for adjudicated group routines
• All competitors in a group routine will receive pins or ribbons
• 2nd-10th place winners of the Top 5 or 10, Judges Specials, Elite Team, Event Specials (Choreography, Judges, Choice, Showmanship, etc.), EOTY, and Spark Nominations will receive Physical or Virtual Certificates
• Titles will receive a sash & Title Pin
• The 1st Place Winner among the Top 5 or 10 winners will receive a small banner or a production banner
• Overall, high-scoring routines for Rising, Shooting, All-Star, and Production will receive a Large High Score Banner
• MVCs & Elite Teams Nominations are awarded to studios with two or more solo routines and students
• Independents are not eligible for MVC awards
• If you would like to purchase awards to display in your studio or have for your competitor, please view here: www.tecomps.com

REGISTRATION

Independent Performers – Please Register here
Directors – Please refer to our Directors Only Page to start your registration here

• Once you have created an account, you will need to wait for a TE representative to activate it
• You will know your account is active when you receive an email from notify@tourprosoftware.com
• Please provide a cell phone number
• All payments will be made on your Tour Pro Account
• Double-check all entries on your account; changes will not be accepted once schedules have been emailed
• You may apply any existing payments from postponed events towards virtual competitions TE will subtract those fees from your payments
• Any Certificates & Credits from previous events  can be used towards Virtual Events
• Double-check all entries on your account; changes will not be accepted once schedules have been emailed
• Be sure you register with your mailing address
• Your mailing address should be a location where you can receive items such as awards, boxes, and bulk packages
• TE will not be responsible for any fees charged on returned or re-sent items
• If you already have an account, please double-check your listed mailing address
• TE will not be responsible for awards mailed to incorrect addresses that have been posted to your account

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