Hollywood Connection - Las Vegas, NV

About Hollywood Connection

Hollywood Connection is a national touring dance convention and competition company founded in 2003 by Bill Bohl and Kimberly Rhinelander. Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, the company operates with a commercial dance emphasis and hosts approximately 6 events per season across multiple states including Arizona, Nevada, California, and extended markets like Detroit, Seattle, Atlanta, Indianapolis, Chicago, Dallas, and Vancouver. The company offers both workshop classes for dancers beginning at age 5 and competition opportunities starting at age 7, with age divisions ranging from Broadway Babies through Producers. Hollywood Connection's competition system features a comprehensive awards structure including medal and pin tiers (Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Sapphire, Titanium) along with cash awards and scholarship opportunities through VIP, Celebrity, Stardom, and Bootcamp awards. Judges evaluate performances based on technique, showmanship, choreography, storytelling, and audience engagement. The company culminates its season with National Finals and includes special programs such as the ICON Title competition and Music Video Workshop. Hollywood Connection emphasizes creating a supportive, inclusive environment where dancers can explore commercial dance styles while building technique, confidence, and community connections within what the company describes as a "no ego, no drama" atmosphere focused on inspiring the next generation of performers.

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Pricing

Convention/workshop tuition $320/dancer before cut-off ($335 after), Directors $350/$365, Broadway Babies $160/$170, Observers $50. Competition entries: Solo $150/entry, Duo/Trio $90/student, groups/productions $80/student. Registration cut-off (entries due) is 30 days before the event date.