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X INTERNATIONAL DANCE FESTIVAL & COMPETITION “TROIA DANCE” 2027 2027

Destination
Çanakkale, Türkiye
Dates
11–15 Aug 2027
Length
5 days · 4 nights
Director
E.M. & O.S. & WOFA
Apply by
15 Mar 2027
From
€170 / person

Overview

The festival

The X International Troia Dance Festival & Competition takes place in Çanakkale, Türkiye, from 11 to 15 August 2027. This five-day event welcomes international folk dance ensembles to perform, compete and represent their cultural traditions.

Program

Day by day

Wednesday 11 August

Arrival

  1. —

    Arrival in Çanakkale. Exact arrival time requires confirmation.

Stay & prices

Participation & prices

Booking & Payment Terms

  • An advance deposit of €2,000 is required to confirm participation and is non-refundable if the group cancels.
  • The application and deposit deadline is 15 March 2027.
  • According to the competition documentation, the detailed signed application form must be submitted before 15 April 2027.
  • The remaining balance must be paid 15 days before the festival or upon arrival at the hotel, according to prior agreement.

Before you go

Rules, excursions & practical details

Participation

There is no stated overall limit on the number of participants.

Competition eligibility

  • Category 1: 7–16 years.
  • Category 2: 16+ years.
  • The competition will be held if there are at least 7 groups in each category.
  • Passport checks may be carried out to verify dancers’ age categories. Groups that do not comply with the age requirements may be disqualified.

Application materials

  • Completed application form.
  • At least 6 digital photographs.
  • Short description of the group.
  • Videos or performance links.
  • Description of performances.
  • Detailed list of group members.

Items to bring

  • The national flag of the group’s country.
  • 4 gifts for cultural exchange.

Competition assessment

An international jury evaluates performances out of 50 points. Main evaluation areas include:

  • Folkloric authenticity of costumes.
  • Costume presentation and accessories.
  • Music quality.
  • Instrumental and vocal performance.
  • Stage entry and exit.
  • Folkloric value of dance steps.
  • Synchronization with music.
  • Use of the stage.
  • Choreography.
  • Overall artistic presentation.

Visa procedures

Participants are responsible for arranging visa procedures where required.

Health insurance

Participants are responsible for arranging valid international health insurance.

Performance & Stage

  • Competition ensembles must have at least 12 dancers.
  • Each group must prepare at least 2 different performances.
  • Festival performances should last approximately 8–10 minutes.
  • The official competition performance time is approximately 6–8 minutes.
  • Groups may use live music or high-quality recorded music.
  • All ensembles must use recorded music during the opening ceremony.

More dates

Other editions of this festival

    Location to be announced

    7–11 Jul 2027

    5 days · 4 nights

    Application deadline

    Not announced

    Price on request

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