Encore Dance Competition For the Stars - Columbia, SC
“We do not accept independent dancers. All dancers must be registered under a studio name and we require a minimum of TWO participating students from each studio. [Rule] This rule does not apply to soloists that have qualified for Grand Finals and are attending without their studio.”
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About Encore Dance Competition For the Stars
Our dream is to give aspiring dancers a beautiful stage to showcase their God given talents in hopes of growing and learning how to be even better. May your light shine bright on the Encore DCS stage and may you always reach higher than you ever dreamed possible, because in the word “Impossible” is “I’m Possible!”
Visit tour websiteAwards, Judging & Scoring
5 tiers per level. Elite: Mic Drop(300-294)/Diamond(293.9-284)/Platinum(283.9-270)/High Gold(269.9-255)/Gold(254.9-210). Competitive: Mic Drop(300-284)/Diamond(283.9-270)/Platinum(269.9-255)/High Gold(254.9-210). Cash: Elite Large $100 cash + $100 credit. Top Studio Award $500-$1000.
Technique 25%, Showmanship 25%, Musicality 25%, Overall Appeal 25%
3 judges
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Convention included
Travel
3 host hotel options for Encore EXtreme Columbia: Hampton Inn Columbia Downtown Historic District (822 Gervais St, $159/night, across street from venue, book before Sept 16, 2026, call 803-231-2000); SpringHill Suites by Marriott (511 Lady St, $179/night, 4 min to venue, call 803-978-2333, mention Encore Dance Competitions); Courtyard by Marriott (630 Assembly St, $169/night, 5 min to venue, book before Sept 14 cutoff, call 803-799-7800).
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