Criteria for Song/Dance Presentation

1. Technique:
 Alignment and posture
 Control and coordination
 Flexibility and range of motion
 Balance and stability
 Footwork and legwork
 Arm and hand movements
 Spins, turns, and jumps
 Lifts and partnering (if applicable)
2. Performance Quality:
 Stage presence and confidence
 Expressiveness and emotiveness
 Energy and enthusiasm
 Facial expressions and body language
 Engagement with the audience
 Projection and dynamics
3. Choreography:
 Creativity and originality
 Use of space and levels
 Transitions and formations
 Variety and complexity of movements
 Musicality and synchronization
 Flow and continuity
 Use of props (if applicable)
4. Interpretation:
 Conveying the mood or theme of the dance
 Emotional connection and storytelling
 Subtleties and nuances in movement
 Artistic choices and intentionality
5. Timing and Rhythm:
 Syncing with the music or beat
 Musical interpretation and accents
 Precision and clarity of timing
 Maintaining tempo throughout the performance
6. Costume and Presentation:
 Appropriateness to the dance style and theme
  Visual appeal and coordination
 Enhancing the dancers' movements
 Cleanliness and tidiness
 Grooming and overall aesthetic
7. Group Synchronization (if applicable):
 Unity and cohesion as a group
 Precision and accuracy in executing synchronized movements
 Maintaining alignment and formations
 Timing and coordination with fellow dancers
8. Stage Utilization:
 Effective use of the stage space
 Variety in movement pathways and levels
 Utilization of different areas and zones
 Engaging the entire stage without overcrowding
9. Overall Impact:
 Emotional resonance and connection with the audience
 Entertainment value and engagement
 Cohesiveness of the performance
 Leaving a lasting impression