Wales and the West Awards
Originally named the Mabel Ryan Regional Awards, the Wales and the West Awards started in around 1990. These awards give children the experience of performing on stage in a relaxed and happy atmosphere. The first competition as the Wales and the West Awards was held on 10th March 2002 at Pontardawe Arts Centre. It is now regularly held at the Congress Theatre, Cwmbran, usually at the end of January each year.
There are three sections: Junior, Middle and Senior. Competitors perform in groups on stage, demonstrating a series of exercises from Port de Bras to Allegro, followed by a set dance from that level. Spectators are always encouraged. The Vacani Award (Junior) for the Joy of Dance, and the Pamela Miller Award (Middle and Senior) for Musicality are adjudicated separately within the competition.
Entry Criteria
Junior - aged 9 or under on 1st September of the year preceding the competition, and holding Grade 1 or Standard 2
Middle - aged 12 or under on 1st September of the year preceding the competition, and holding Grade 2 or Standard 3
Senior - aged 16 or under on 1st September of the year preceding the competition, and holding Grade 4 or Standard 5
Students holding Intermediate Foundation or Intermediate may not enter. A competitor who has won an award may not enter for that level again.
Date/Venue of 2013 Wales & West Area Awards tbc
Contacts
Carol Goode
Telephone: 01633 771830
Jacqui Everson
Telephone: 01495 756567 or 07962 233396
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