BATTLE OF FESTIVALS CRITERIA

MECHANICS

1. Concept or theme for each contingent is left to their own interpretation of

what is relevant to the festival they represent. Costumes and performances
must depict and represent the festival clearly.
2. 4 to 5 minutes will be given for the preparation of props and musical
instruments for every presentation. The performance time will start as soon as
the preparation time elapses or as soon the contingent is ready. The official
time of the presentation will end as soon as the music stops.
3. The use of flammable materials such as fireworks or pyrotechnics as part of
the ritual are strictly prohibited.
4. Safety must be observed in execution of presentations.
5. The decision of the Judges in all categories is final. No one is allowed to
question any of their decisions.

OVER-ALL PERFORMANCE 30%

(Precision and coordination, fluency,
alignment, balance, focus, projection,
rhythmic and spatial interest)

THEME AND CONCEPT 20%

Relevance to municipality or city’s
industry and identity as interpreted in
music, dance
movement and artistic expression)
CHOREOGRAPHY 20%
(Creativity and artistry of steps and
formation,
style and expression)
COSTUMES 10%
(Artistic choice of color and style,
effective use
of props relevant to the interpretation
of theme)
ENERGY LEVEL 10%
(Fluency, Endurance, Projection)
DISCIPLINE 10%
(Alignment, Balance, Focus, Rhythmic
and Spatial Interest)
TOTAL 100%