Here you will find all the information for all our Starz UK competitions.
Important: Please take care to read all the information carefully before registering your dancers. If you have any queries, please contact us.
Solo – 1 performer
Duet / Trio – 2 to 3 performers
Small group – 4 to 10 performers
Large group – 11+ performers
Tap
The music should not contain pre-recorded tap sounds, the routine must contain mostly tap work and tap technique.
Modern / Jazz
The routine must consist of modern/jazz technique, can contain acro and gymnastic content, but must be the majority of modern/jazz technique.
Ballet
The Ballet must contain classical ballet technique, ballet shoes must be worn, pointe routines are for Elite teen & senior dancers only, and must contain pointe technique, pointe shoes must be worn.
Commercial / Street
The routine can contain street and commercial styles.
Acro
The routine must contain both dance and acrobatic moves. these must include, balances holds and acro tricks.
Vocal
This can be any style of song, all songs must be age appropriate , with no lead or backing vocals. all songs must be no longer than 2 .5 minutes.
Contemporary
This style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres including, modern/jazz, lyrical, acro, gymnastic and classical.
Lyrical
Should inspire movements to express emotion through the song lyrics. Where movements flow one into the other, in a continuous movement. There should be no sharp moves or pauses, and no acrobatic, gymnastics or contemporary moves in the routine.
Song & Dance
This can be any style, no vocals on the music track, the song and dance must be approximately 50% song & 50% dance.
We will only run a solo section if we have a minimum of 3 routines per section.
Duo / Trio & Group
Dance – Tap, Modern/Jazz, Contemporary, Commercial, Acrobatics
Classical – Ballet, Lyrical
MT – Vocal, Song & Dance, MT
Duo/Trio & Group sections will be combined if we do not have a minimum of 3 routines per section.
Starz Division
For the complete beginner dancer, with little or no experience on the stage, very new to competition.
Elite Division
For the advanced dancer with experience in competition.
Mini – ages 8 years and under
Junior – ages 9 to 11 years
Teen – ages 12 to 15 years
Senior – ages 16 to 21 years
A £5 entry fee is required to enter for a chance to win a Title. All Title entries will be judged during the performance of their chosen routine during the competition.
Only Elite solo entries are eligible for Title. Sections will be combined if we do not have enough entries
Junior Miss / Mr Starz UK – ages 9 to 11 years
enior Miss / Mr Starz UK – ages 16-21 yea
Solos – 2 minutes (2.5 Acro)
Duo / Trio – 2:30 minutes
Small group – 3:30 minutes
Large group – 4 minutes
Please note we will not accept overtimed music
All music must be submitted onto our online system, all music must be the correct time limit.
Tap music must not have pre-recorded tap sounds. We do allow vocals, but Vocal and Song & Dance can not have lead or backing vocals. Vocals are allowed on the dance section of song/dance only.
All music must be age appropriate, with no explicit words. You must have your music on a phone or ipad, for any technical issues. No late music. We do not accept any music overtime.
All schools will receive written critics from our judges, a score sheet, and a downloadable programme will be available. Judges Challenge can be entered on the day at Reception.
We now have early bird prices, to receive these prices we must have your full entry and full payment by the Early bird deadline. Anything added after the deadline will be charged the new Prices.
Full results will be available on our website after the competition.
Solo (1 performer)
- Earlybird Fee – £27 per person
- Fee – £30 per person (after earlybird deadline)
Time limit – 2 minutes
Duet / Trio (2 to 3 performers)
- Earlybird Fee – £18 per person
- Fee – £21 per person (after earlybird deadline)
- Time limit – 2:30 minutes
Small Group (4 to 9 performers)
- Earlybird Fee – £13 per person
- Fee – £15 per person (after earlybird deadline)
- Time limit – 3:30 minutes
Large Group (10 to 19 performers)
- Earlybird Fee – £12 per person
- Fee – £14 per person (after earlybird deadline)
- Time limit – 4 minutes
Extras
- Title Competition- £5
Adult Weekend – £25 per person
Child Weekend – £15 per person
Adult Day – £15 per person
Child Day – £ 8 per person
1 Free teachers per competition.
1 free licenced chaperone free per 12 dancers.
All entered dancers free
ALL SPECTATOR WRISTBANDS MUST BE PRE ORDERED & CONFIRMED BEFORE THE EVENT.
PAYMENT BY BACS
OR CASH ON THE DAY FOR THE FULL AMOUNT DUE, (no changes can be made to the order once confirmed, and full payment will be required )
AT EACH REGIONAL EVENT WE WILL BE SCOUTING FOR DANCERS TO PUT FORWARD FOR THE STARZ UK SCHOLARSHIP.
WE WILL BRING THESE DANCERS BACK TO THE FINAL WHERE WE WILL SELECT OUR WINNER WHO WILL RECEIVE A CASH AWARD TO GO TOWARDS THEIR SCHOOL FEES FOR 2026.
We are excited to announce the application process for the prestigious Starz UK Bursary Scholarship! This scholarship is designed to recognize and support talented dancers who demonstrate exceptional skill, passion, and commitment to their craft.
As part of the selection process, we ask each dancer selected to complete two important steps:
- Written Submission
Each dancer is required to submit a short-written piece explaining why they feel they should be awarded the Starz UK Bursary Scholarship. This is an opportunity to share your journey, your dedication to dance, and how this scholarship would support your aspirations. - Performance Showcase
Applicants will also be invited to perform for our judging panel. This performance is your chance to showcase your talent, creativity, and unique style.
This will take place at our season final in November
If you are selected at one of our regional heats please email your written submission to [email protected] Make sure to include your full name, Studio, regional event you were selected from, contact information, and any additional details you feel would strengthen your application.
We are thrilled to see the incredible talent and hear the inspiring stories that make our dance community so exceptional. Thank you for your enthusiasm and dedication, and we look forward to seeing your submissions and performance.
STARZ UK SEASON FINAL
NOVEMBER 2025
ENTRY INTO THE SEASON FINAL IS BY QUALIFICATION ONLY.
HOW TO QUALIFY
ANY ROUTINE THAT PLACES FIRST IN THEIR SECTION OR HAS A SCORE OF 170 OR OVER, WILL QUALIFY FOR A PLACE IN THE SEASON FINAL
OUR JUDGES WILL ALSO SELECT 5 ROUTINES FROM THE GOLDEN TICKET FINAL TO ALSO QUALIFY.
SPACES WILL BE ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS, PLEASE REGISTER YOUR QUALIFIED ROUTINES AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO SECURE YOUR SPACE.
NEW FOR 2025 SEASON FINAL
ULTIMATE STUDIO OF 2025
EACH REGIONAL EVENT WILL HAVE A TOP STUDIO WINNER.
ALL WINNING REGIONAL TOP STUDIO WILL BE INVITED BACK FOR THE SEASON FINAL TO COMPETE FOR THE ULTIMATE STUDIO.
HOW THIS WORKS
EACH STUDIO WILL CHOOSE 3 ROUTINES, THESE ROUTINES WILL COMPETE AGAINST ALL THE TOP STUDIOS OF 2025. THE STUDIO WITH THE HIGHEST SCORE AFTER ALL ROUTINES HAVE DANCED WILL BE CROWNED TOP ULTIMATE STUDIO OF 2025
WINNING THE TITLE OF THE STARZ UK ULTIMATE STUDIO 2025
AN AMAZING TROPHY & A SPECIAL PRIZE
ROUTINES REQUIRED: CHOREOGRAPHY, PERFORMANCE & OPEN
THESE MUST BE A MIX OF SOLOS, DUO/TRIOS & GROUPS
There will be 2 age groups, junior 11 & under and senior 12 plus. All dancers will be taught a short routine (approx. 2 bars of 8 counts).
The judges will sort you into smaller groups to run the routine, where they will knockout dancers until they find the winner, of both age groups.
Each judge can award up to 100 points.
Ultimate Gold Star 95 – 100 points
Gold Star 84 – 94 Points
Silver Star 78 – 83 Points
Bronze Star 50 – 77 Points
Individual Judge Scoring (out of 100)
The overall performance of the dancers. which includes facial expressions, Energy on the stage, the connection with other performers on the stage, your connection with the judges & the audience & your ability to connect with the music and story line.
Choreography (30 points)
Variations and different levels of dance, age appropriate choreography based on the dancers age and level of experience. varied interesting formations, clear story lines.
Technique (30 points)
The level of technical proficiency for the specific dance category.
Musicality (20 points)
The music adheres to the time limit requirements for the entry type. Music is appropriate for the age of the performers and contains no explicit content.
Overall Performance (20 points)
Special Awards
Highest Score
Highest score of the entire competition.
Overall High Scores
Overall high scores will be awarded for Elite solos, duo/trios & groups only.
Judge’s Awards
Judge’s awards are given out during award ceremonies and are created by the judge’s, for a routine of their choice. Starz UK Stand Out Elite performer, Starz uk most promising novice Performer, Starz UK Stand Out Duo/Trio, Starz UK Stand Out Group, Starz UK Technique award, Starz UK Choreography award, Starz UK Junior Award, Starz UK Senior Award, Starz UK judges personel choice Starz uk special mention.
Starz UK Top School
Top 15 routine studio scores from the whole competition will be added together for our Overall top School
Other Awards
MISS & MR TITLE AWARDS
JUDGES CHALLENGE
GOLDEN TICKET ULTIMATE PERFORMANCE
SPONSOR PRIZES & SCHOLARSHIPS
COLLEGE SPONSORSHIP
CAN YOU DANCE AWARDS
SAM STANLEY ASSOCIATE SCHOLARSHIP
DANCE IT OUT INTENSIVE FREE DAY PASS
As of January 2024
Parents will not be allowed into the changing areas.
All studios will require licenced chaperones at a ratio of 1-12
this is the legal requirement.
all allocated licenced chaperones will receive a wristband which will give them entry into the changing areas.
Teachers with DBS will need to be licenced chaperones to be allowed into the changing areas unless accompanied by a licence chaperone.
Additional chaperone will need to send in their details, they will also need to purchase a wristband.