Director: Mariam Odisharia Participants have the opportunity to take part in two events - the contest and the festival, which will be held on the picturesque Mediterranean coast of Lloret de Mar. During their stay in Spain, the groups will have the opportunity not only to participate in the contest and festival, but also to learn about Spanish history and culture. The festival-contest program consists of: Opening ceremony Contest performances Festival performances Gala concert Awards ceremony Excursions aimed at exploring the cultural and historical heritage of the country Main goals and objectives of the festival-contest: Creating opportunities for creative communication for children, teenagers, and youth Identifying new talents Developing culture and strengthening international cooperation Introducing samples of national culture and art Getting acquainted with leading creative groups and establishing creative contacts Exchanging experience among participating countries in the artistic education of children, teenagers, and youth Creating conditions for supporting and developing children’s and youth creativity Conditions of participation: Children’s groups (ages 5-16), youth groups (16-25), adult groups (26+), and solo performers may participate in the following categories: Vocal Choreography Instrumental Genre Original Genre Theatrical Creativity Fashion Theater I. VOCAL (Folk, Pop, Jazz, Academic) Solo Duets Ensembles (3-4 participants) Show Groups Choirs Performance duration: up to 4 minutes II. CHOREOGRAPHY (Folk, Pop, Classical, Ballroom Dance, Modern, Jazz, Street Dance, Hip-hop, Break Dance, Disco, Belly Dance, etc.) Solo Duets Small Forms (3-4 participants) Ensembles Performance duration: up to 5 minutes III. INSTRUMENTAL GENRE (Folk, Classical, Pop, Jazz) Solo Duets Small Forms (3-4 participants) Ensembles Orchestras Performance duration: up to 4 minutes IV. ORIGINAL GENRE (Circus acts, acrobatics, clowning, gymnastics, juggling, object show, illusion act, etc.) Solo Duets Small Forms (3-4 participants) Ensembles Performance duration: up to 5 minutes V. THEATRICAL ARTS (Dramatic performance, puppet theater, musical, mime and pantomime, street theater, parody theater, shadow theater, monodrama, etc.) Performance duration: up to 10 minutes VI. FASHION THEATER (Retro collection, ethnic collection, future collection, modern style, know-how collection, etc.) Performance duration: up to 10 minutes Age categories: up to 6 years 7-9 years 10-12 years 13-15 years 16-19 years 20-25 years 26+ years Mixed age category Festival-contest requirements: Each group must present: 1 performance for the contest 2 performances for the festival Solo, duet, small forms: 1 performance for the contest 1 performance for the festival Music carriers: CD, flash drive, or mini-disc with high-quality sound Each recording must be on a separate device with: title of the piece ensemble name or performer’s name duration of the track Vocalists are not allowed to perform with a "+" backing track (no pre-recorded lead vocals). Participants for the gala concert are selected by the jury and the organizing committee. Awarding of participants: An international jury of distinguished figures of culture and arts from various countries evaluates the performances. Following the contest: Gala concert Solemn awards ceremony All participants receive: Diplomas Medals Cups with festival symbolism Jury awards: Grand Prix, Laureate I, II, III degrees, Diploma Holder I, II, III degrees, and special prizes. The jury may decide not to award certain prizes. Winners may receive special invitations to future festivals. Festival-contest program: Day 1 Arrival, airport transfer (extra cost), registration, check-in after 14:00, lunch. Free time. Welcome evening, meeting with directors. Dinner. Overnight. Day 2 Breakfast. Beach rest. Lunch. Excursion around Lloret de Mar and San Cristina Bay. Dinner. Overnight. Day 3 Breakfast. Beach rest. Lunch. Stage rehearsal. Parade of participants with country flags. Opening ceremony and contest program. Dinner. Overnight. Day 4 Breakfast. Beach rest. Lunch. Gala concert and awards ceremony. Dinner. Overnight. Day 5 Breakfast. Excursion to Barcelona (extra cost). Lunch (or lunch box if excursion). Farewell evening, disco. Dinner. Overnight. Day 6 Breakfast. Check-out at 12:00. Airport transfer (extra cost). Participation fee: 350 Euro per person - 5 FB in 4* Hotel For 25 participants, 1 leader stays free (Leaders may stay in double rooms without extra charge.) Participation fee includes: Official invitation Special diplomas, medals, and cups Appreciation letters for group leaders and sponsors Accommodation at MARIA DEL MAR 4* (3-4 bed rooms, 6 days / 5 nights) Meals: Full Board (breakfast, lunch, dinner – buffet) Excursion around Lloret de Mar Excursion to San Cristina Bay Assistant representative Participation fee does not include: Festival fee for soloists, duets, small forms, and additional nominations: Solo & Duet - 50 € Small forms and small groups up to 25 participants - 35 € Groups over 25 participants - 25 € Additional nomination - +15 € per person Additional day - 70 € per person Tourist tax 1.3-1.5 € per day (from age 16+) Double room supplement - +5 € / day per person Single room supplement - +20 € / day per person Barcelona excursion - 60 € per person Transfers Additional excursions Medical insurance Travel expenses (air tickets) Additional services: Original festival photos (CD/flash drive) Photo support during excursions / photoshoots Video recording of the festival / gala concert Any group willing to participate must submit an Application form. Approved groups pay in advance a 10% guarantee fee, which is to be deducted at the final payment.