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QUALIFYING COMPETITION

In 2020 you can qualify by submitting a video of your performance(s). Qualifying performances will be judged between September 1st and November 15th 2020 as they are received.  Performers will be notified by e-mail as to whether or not they qualified for the Talent America International Championships Virtual Competition.  A qualifying certificate will be attached for those that qualify.  Winners of the Qualifying Competition will be determined in each 2 week period, Sept. 1st-15th, Sept. 16th-30th, Oct. 1st-15th, Oct. 16th-31st, & Nov. 1st-15th. A certificate will be  e-mailed to the winners. 

QUALIFYING COMPETITION DIVISIONS, FEES & FORMS

QUALIFYING COMPETITION DIVISIONS

QUALIFYING COMPETITION REGISTRATION

QUALIFYING COMPETITION ENTRY FEES

QUALIFYING COMPETITION DIVISIONS

QUALIFYING COMPETITION ENTRY FEES

QUALIFYING COMPETITION REGISTRATION

QUALIFYING COMPETITION ENTRY FEES

QUALIFYING COMPETITION PRICING

QUALIFYING COMPETITION REGISTRATION

QUALIFYING COMPETITION REGISTRATION

QUALIFYING COMPETITION REGISTRATION

QUALIFYING COMPETITION REGISTRATION

QUALIFYING COMPETITION PAYMENT

QUALIFYING COMPETITION VIDEO UPLOAD

QUALIFYING COMPETITION REGISTRATION

QUALIFYING COMPETITION PAYMENT

QUALIFYING COMPETITION VIDEO UPLOAD

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QUALIFYING COMPETITION DIVISIONS

ACTING DIVISION

RUNWAY MODEL DIVISION

ACTING DIVISION

ACTING DIVISION

DANCE DIVISION

RUNWAY MODEL DIVISION

ACTING DIVISION

DANCE DIVISION

RUNWAY MODEL DIVISION

RUNWAY MODEL DIVISION

RUNWAY MODEL DIVISION

RUNWAY MODEL DIVISION

SONGWRITING DIVISION

SONGWRITING DIVISION

RUNWAY MODEL DIVISION

SONGWRITING DIVISION

VARIETY DIVISION

SONGWRITING DIVISION

VARIETY DIVISION

VARIETY DIVISION

VOCAL DIVISION

SONGWRITING DIVISION

VARIETY DIVISION

VOCAL DIVISION

ACTING DIVISION

Judging is based on acting ability, projection, believability, marketability, confidence, delivery technique and casting potential.

Category Descriptions:

Cold Read: script will be given to each contestant in this category during their registration. Script will be age appropriate, showcasing acting ability in a non-rehearsed environment. Script can be held in performers hand for reference, talent should try to be familiar with script. MC will be reading script with performer. Cold read gauges a performer's ability to perform new works. A good dramatic cold reader is able to communicate with fluency and clarity and to project speech rhythms and rhymes well, bringing out the intent, mood and characterization of a piece through appropriate articulation and body language.

Commercial: script should focus on commercial products, food, home and office products. Preferably no costumes, or large accessories. Commercial copy should be committed to memory

Comedic Monologue: material selection is at contestants’ discretion…A form of dramatic entertainment, comedic solo, or a prolonged humorous talk by a single speaker. Monologue should be committed to memory

Dramatic Monologue: material selection is at contestants’ discretion…A form in which a single character, addressing a silent auditor at a critical moment, reveals himself or herself and the dramatic situation.  Monologue should be committed to memory

Legit (Theatre) Monologue: material selection is at contestants’ discretion…A long speech by one actor in a play. Monologue should be committed to memory
Show and Tell (ages 3-5, 6-8 only) contestants must display a hand held object and describe the object or event or emotion connected to said object.

Scene (2 or 3 people ages 6 and up) material selection is at contestants discretion, scene should be age appropriate, scene should be committed to memory, Props acceptable.

Television Host: script will be provided to contestants prior to competition by Talent America Area Director and staff. Host will be introducing a new show, possibly fictional, ie: reality show, game show, competition show, sporting event.  It is preferred script be committed to memory, BUT a hand held script is allowed.

ACTING TIME LIMITS  

Solo: 2:00  

Duo/Trio/Scene: 2:30   

Small Group: 3:00   

Large Group: 3: 00   

Small Production: 3:00    

Large Production: 3:00

Extended Time 1: 4:00

Extended Time 2: 5:00

DANCE DIVISION

Judging is based on technique, execution, costuming, musical interpretation, originality, synchronization/timing, stage presence, and overall impression.

Category Descriptions:

Acrobatics/Gymnastics: consists of tumbling movements incorporated to music

Ballet/Pointe:   consists of ballet or pointe technique, must include classical steps & movement.                          

Hip-Hop:  consists of fusion, street, funk, MTV style movements, no obscenities in music allowed

Jazz:  consists of jazz technique utilizing up tempo music 

Lyrical/Contemporary:  consists of jazz, ballet technique, interpretative movement, demonstrating strength, control & lyric interpretation

Musical Theatre/Song & Dance:  For Musical Theatre: consists of Broadway/theatre style movements, For Song & Dance: dance movements and vocal performance, track must NOT have lead vocals, but background tracks are OK.

Open:  consists of all other dance/movement categories, ie: folkloric/ethnic, modern, lip sync, etc…

Tap: consists of tap technique, classic, contemporary, stomp, etc...must wear tap shoes

  

DANCE TIME LIMITS  

Solo: 2:00  

Duo/Trio: 2:30   

Small Group: 3:00   

Large Group: 3: 00   

Small Production: 3:00    

Large Production: 3:00

Extended Time 1: 4:00

Extended Time 2: 5:00

RUNWAY MODEL DIVISION

 FEMALE RUNWAY MODEL DIVISION

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Judging is based on confidence, grace, poise, physique, posture, marketability, connection to the audience and overall presentation. Models clothing choices should portray the contestant’s personal sense of style and fashion.

Category Descriptions

Casual:  model will showcase casual wear or sportswear, while walking, turning and posing.         

Petite Casual: ages 15 & up, 5’2”-5’6”, size 0-4 model will showcase casual wear or sportswear, while walking, turning and posing.  

Plus Size Casual:  ages 18 & up, 5’6” & up, size 10-14 model will showcase casual wear or sportswear, while walking, turning and posing.

Formal:  model will showcase dressy or formal wear, while walking, turning and posing. Short or long dresses are allowed.   

Petite Formal: ages 15 & up, 5’2”-5’6”, size 0-4 model will showcase dressy or formal wear, while walking, turning and posing. Short or long dresses are allowed.                                

Plus Size Formal:  ages 18 & up, 5’6” & up, size 10-14 model will showcase dressy or formal wear, while walking, turning and posing. Short or long dresses are allowed.

RUNWAY TIME LIMITS  

Solo:/Model 1:30  

Duo/Trio: 2:30   

Small Group: 3:00   

Large Group: 3: 00   

Small Production: 3:00    

Large Production: 3:00

Extended Time 1: 4:00

Extended Time 2: 5:00

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MALE RUNWAY MODEL DIVISION

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Judging is based on masculine style, marketability, ability to display their character, physical attributes, style and self-confidence and stage presence. A lean, well-proportioned, physically fit, toned and healthy looking body is the look that is wanted.

Category Descriptions

Casual:  model will showcase casual wear or sportswear, while walking, turning and posing.

Formal:   model will showcase dressy or formalwear, while walking, turning and posing. Suit, Tuxedo or Business attire are suggested.       


RUNWAY TIME LIMITS  

Solo/Model: 1:30  

Duo/Trio: 2:30   

Small Group: 3:00   

Large Group: 3: 00   

Small Production: 3:00    

Large Production: 3:00

Extended Time 1: 4:00

Extended Time 2: 5:00

SONGWRITING DIVISION

Judging is based on song structure, concept, musicality, interpretation, rhythm, style and over-all appeal. This Division may only be submitted as a Video Submission to Talent America Headquarters

Category Descriptions:

Singer/Songwriter: song must be performed by the songwriter(s) of the song being performed. Original song will be critiqued as well as vocal and musical performance/track of song.  Should the Singer/Songwriter(s) not be able to accompany themselves, ONE accompanist is allowed, but is not allowed to sing. Musical track is also allowed, but no lead vocals.

Song Only:  song may be performed by any vocalist, accompanying themselves, with ONE accompanist if they cannot accompany themselves, or with a track with no lead vocal on it.  Performance of song and accompanist will not be evaluated, only the “song” will be critiqued.

 

SONGWRITING TIME LIMITS  

Solo: 3:00  

Duo/Trio: 3:00   

Small Group: 3:00   

Large Group: 3: 00   

Small Production: 3:00    

Large Production: 3:00

Extended Time 1: 4:00

Extended Time 2: 5:00 

VARIETY DIVISION

Judging is based on entertainment factor, technique, artistry, skill, delivery, musicality and commercial appeal.

Category Descriptions:

Comedy:  an entertainer whose act is designed to make an audience laugh. Cue cards and notes prohibited

Keyboard/Piano Instrumentalist:  contestant must play an 88 weighted key keyboard. Instrument is supplied by performer at preliminary and supplied by TA for National/International Finals

Magic: contestant entertains by apparently influencing events mysteriously by slight of hand or illusions, not allowed: fire, dangerous , chainsaws, knives and swords at Talent America discretion. This category is open to soloists, duo/trios and groups and will be judged together as ONE category regardless of number of members in the performance

Novelty: any other type of talent/act/performance that does not fit any other Talent America division and or category. This category is open to soloists, duo/trios and groups 

Percussionist: contestant must play either Drums, bongos, or cajon. Instrument is supplied by performer at preliminary and supplied by TA for National/International Finals

String Instrumentalist: contestant must play either Guitar, violin, cello, or banjo, Instrument is supplied by performer

Ventriloquist: contestant speaks or utter sounds so that they seem to come from somewhere else, especially an entertainer who makes their voice appear to come from a dummy of a person or animal.

Wind Instrumentalist: contestant plays either  Brass instruments (horns, trumpets, trombones, and tubas) Woodwind instruments (recorders, flutes, oboes, clarinets, saxophones, and bassoons) Performer supplies instrument

 

VARIETY TIME LIMITS  

Solo: 2:00  

Duo/Trio: 2:30   

Small Group: 3:00   

Large Group: 3: 00   

Small Production: 3:00    

Large Production: 3:00

Extended Time 1: 4:00

Extended Time 2: 5:00  

VOCAL DIVISION

 Judging is based on vocal quality, tonality, musical skills, delivery, confidence, musicality, lyrical interpretation, and star quality.
Costuming is optional. Microphone(s) provided.

Category Descriptions:

Broadway/Classical: contestant must perform either a Broadway, Off Broadway or Theatre show tune or a classical/operatic style song.

Country: contestant must perform a traditional, or contemporary country style song. Song may be original, but will be judged on VOCAL performance NOT on songwriting. Contestants may sing a capella, accompany themselves or sing to a music track without lead vocals and preferably without background vocals.

Hip-Hop/Rap: contestant must perform a song consisting of a stylized rhythmic music that commonly accompanies rapping, a rhythmic and rhyming speech that is chanted. No obscene lyrics allowed.  Song may be original, but will be judged on VOCAL performance NOT on songwriting. Contestants may sing a capella, accompany themselves or sing to a music track without lead vocals and preferably without background vocals. 

Inspirational/Gospel: contestant must perform a song lyrically focused on matters concerned with the Christian faith or referencing lyrics of a Christian nature. Song may be original, but will be judged on VOCAL performance NOT on songwriting. Contestants may sing a capella, accompany themselves or sing to a music track without lead vocals and preferably without background vocals.

Pop: contestant must perform a Popular song.  Song may be original, but will be judged on VOCAL performance NOT on songwriting. Contestants may sing a capella, accompany themselves or sing to a music track without lead vocals and preferably without background vocals.

R&B/Jazz: also known as Rhythm and blues. Contestant must perform an urbane, rocking, jazz based music with a heavy, insistent beat. or a classic jazz style song.  Song may be original, but will be judged on VOCAL performance NOT on songwriting. Contestants may sing a capella, accompany themselves or sing to a music track without lead vocals and preferably without background vocals.

Rock: also known as rock & roll. Contestant must perform a rock song.  Song may be original, but will be judged on VOCAL performance NOT on songwriting. Contestants may sing a capella, accompany themselves or sing to a music track without lead vocals and preferably without background vocals.

Make sure song choice is age appropriate and meets judging criteria. Select songs that showcase performers voice,

 

VOCAL TIME LIMITS  

Solo: 2:00  

Duo/Trio: 2:30   

Small Group: 3:00   

Large Group: 3: 00   

Small Production: 3:00    

Large Production: 3:00

Extended Time 1: 4:00

Extended Time 2: 5:00

QUALIFYING COMPETITION PRICING

SOLO or RUNWAY ENTRY FEES

EACH SOLO or EACH Runway Entry  $30


DUO or TRIO  ENTRY FEES

DUO ROUTINE  $30 per ROUTINE

TRIO ROUTINE  $30 per ROUTINE


SMALL GROUP RATES

4-9 Members

$30 ENTRY FEE PER ROUTINE


LARGE GROUP RATES

10-19 Members

$30 ENTRY FEE PER ROUTINE


SMALL PRODUCTION RATES

20-39 Members

$30 ENTRY FEE PER ROUTINE


LARGE PRODUCTION RATES

40+ Members

$30 ENTRY FEE  PER ROUTINE


EXTENDED TIME 1

available for Large Group, Small & Large Productions

$35 PER ROUTINE


EXTENDED TIME 2

availale for Large Group, Small & Large Productions

$40 PER ROUTINE

QUALIFYING COMPETITION REGISTRATION FORMS

SOLO

RUNWAY MODEL

RUNWAY MODEL

one person

Registration Form

RUNWAY MODEL

RUNWAY MODEL

RUNWAY MODEL

one person

Registration Form

DUO & TRIO

RUNWAY MODEL

SMALL GROUP

2-3 members

Registration Form

SMALL GROUP

SMALL PRODUCTION

SMALL GROUP

4-9 performers

Registration Form

LARGE GROUP

SMALL PRODUCTION

SMALL PRODUCTION

10-19 performers

Registration Form

SMALL PRODUCTION

SMALL PRODUCTION

SMALL PRODUCTION

20-39 performers

Registration Form

LARGE PRODUCTION

LARGE PRODUCTION

LARGE PRODUCTION

40+ members 

Registration Form

EXTENDED TIME 1

LARGE PRODUCTION

LARGE PRODUCTION

1 additional minute/4:00 max for Large Gsroup, Small & Large Productions

Registration Form

EXTENDED TIME 2

LARGE PRODUCTION

EXTENDED TIME 2

 2 additional minutes/5:00 max for Large Group, Small & Large Productions 

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QUALIFYING COMPETITION PAYMENT

SOLO

RUNWAY MODEL

RUNWAY MODEL

one person

PAYMENT FOR SOLO QUALIFYING COMPETITION

RUNWAY MODEL

RUNWAY MODEL

RUNWAY MODEL

one model on runway

PAYMENT FOR RUNWAY MODEL QUALIFYING COMPETITION

DUO & TRIO

RUNWAY MODEL

SMALL GROUP

2-3 members

PAYMENT FOR DUO/TRIO QUALIFYING COMPETITION

SMALL GROUP

SMALL PRODUCTION

SMALL GROUP

4-9 performers

PAYMENT FOR SMALL GROUP QUALIFYING COMPETITION

LARGE GROUP

SMALL PRODUCTION

SMALL PRODUCTION

10-19 performers

PAYMENT FOR LARGE GROUP QUALIFYING COMPETITION

SMALL PRODUCTION

SMALL PRODUCTION

SMALL PRODUCTION

20+-39 performers

PAYMENT FOR SMALL PRODUCTION QUALIFYING COMPETITION

LARGE PRODUCTION

LARGE PRODUCTION

LARGE PRODUCTION

40 + members

PAYMENT FOR LARGE PRODUCTION QUALIFYING COMPETITION

EXTENDED TIME 1

LARGE PRODUCTION

LARGE PRODUCTION

1 additional minute/4:00 max

PAYMENT FOR EXTENDED TIME 1 QUALIFYING COMPETITION

EXTENDED TIME 2

LARGE PRODUCTION

EXTENDED TIME 2

2 additional minutes/5:00 max

PAYMENT FOR EXTENDED TIME 2 QUALIFYING COMPETITION

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