VDC's INTERSCHOOL
Welcome to VDC's Interschool Event
What's Different?
VDC’s INTERSCHOOL event is a one-of-a-kind competition created specifically for school-based dance teams.
Unlike traditional competitions, the day includes industry-led workshops, on-stage rehearsals, and a high-energy Showcase Gala—all in one!
It’s designed to celebrate school spirit, teamwork, and performance growth in a supportive, fun, and educational environment.
How Does It Work?
The INTERSCHOOL event is structured to encourage creativity, teamwork, and performance development. Throughout the day, dancers take part in industry-led workshops and stage rehearsals before performing in the evening Showcase Gala.
SOLO, DUO & TRIO dancers receive a creative brief upon entry confirmation. These briefs are designed to inspire each dancer to interpret and develop a routine in any dance style, with full artistic freedom over music, costuming, and choreography. Performances are capped at 2 minutes and are judged on interpretation, creativity, and execution.
TROUPE routines (up to 3 minutes 30 seconds) can be student-led or teacher-choreographed, giving schools flexibility to showcase their unique strengths and collaboration.
All routines receive audio feedback from our judge, along with a detailed score breakdown—making the event as educational as it is exciting.
Interschool event information
Event Information
Example Schedule
Below is a draft outline of how the day will run. Please note this is subject to change once entries have closed.
7:30 AM – Registration Opens
8:45 AM – Event Briefing (All performers must attend)
9:00 AM – Group 1 (Troupes): Stage Runs & Workshop
12:00 PM – Solo/Duo/Trio Stage Time
1:00 PM – Group 2 (Troupes): Stage Runs & Workshop
5:00 PM – Break & Rest Period before Gala
6:00 PM – VDC INTERSCHOOL GALA (Ticketed Event)
Age Divisions
All dancers must enter based on their current school year group:
SOLO / DUO / TRIO
• Years 7–8
• Years 9–10
• Years 11–13
TROUPES
• Years 7–8
• Years 9–10
• Years 11–13
• Open (all year levels combined)
Scoring System
Award Levels
• Star Award: 49 & under
• Bronze Award: 50–59
• Silver Award: 60–69
• Gold Award: 70–79
• High Gold Award: 80–89
• Platinum Gold: 90–94
• Double Platinum Gold: 95+
Judging Criteria
Performances are scored out of 100, based on the following categories (each /20):
• Choreography
• Creativity
• Execution
• Stage Presence
• Overall Performance
Grand Finals Qualification
Dancers who receive a Gold Award or higher will qualify to perform at the VDC Grand Finals in October, alongside dancers from the International Tour.
Schedule of Fee's
Registration Fee – $25 + GST per dancer (applies to all performers in solos, duos, trios, and troupes)
Solo Entry – $35 + GST
Duo/Trio Entry – $45 + GST per routine
Troupe Entry – $50 + GST per routine
Entry Terms
Entry fees must be paid upon receipt of invoice and prior to the event.
VDC does not provide refunds for change of mind or non-attendance within 14 business days of the event. Exceptions apply only if VDC cancels part of the event or can no longer accept an entry.
In cases of medical withdrawal, a refund (less processing fees and registration fee) may be granted if a valid medical certificate is provided.
VDC reserves the right to refuse entry of any performer or performance.
The INTERSCHOOL event is designed for dancers who are considered amateurs or pre-professionals and are currently enrolled in secondary school.