Saturday 28th March 2026
This dancer entry fee is for the Wigan Dance Festival which takes on Saturday 28th March 2026 at The Edge Arena.
OTE Performing Arts Academy will be participating on the last day of the festival on: Saturday 28th March 2026.
This event is open to students in the following classes:
- Thursday Red Set
- Thursday Purple (Set 1)
- Thursday Purple (Set 2)
- Saturday Dance Technique Development (Lyrical Jazz)
This opportunity is suited to dancers aged 8 years and over. Unfortunately, Yellow Set Dance students are unable to take part in this event.
Performances:
We are delighted to have been allocated two performance slots at the festival. To allow as many dancers as possible to take part, we will be presenting:
- (Thursday Dancers) a Street Dance & Hip-Hop routine, performed as a joint piece by Red Set, Purple Set 1 and Purple Set 2
- (Saturday Dancers) a Lyrical Jazz routine
On The Day:
From 10:00am, dancers will be welcomed into the venue for an inspiring day including:
- Three dance workshops
- A full dress rehearsal on stage, giving dancers the chance to build confidence, experience the stage, and soak up the festival atmosphere.
- The day will culminate in an evening performance at 5:30pm, celebrating young talent in a vibrant and professional setting.
Dancer Entry Fee:
The cost to take part in this opportunity is:
- £25.00 for dancers performing one dance and participating in three workshops.
- £30.00 for dancers performing two dances and participating in three workshops.
If your child attends both a Thursday and a Saturday dance class, they will be performing two dances.
OTE Staff Attendance:
This event will be attended by Miss Emma, Miss Charlie and Miss Leah. To cover additional staffing costs for the day of the event, an additional £8.00 fee will be added per student. This will be invoiced separately.
Additional Rehearsals
- Between now and the festival Purple Set 1 and Purple Set 2 will have a combined class (6.30pm-8.30pm) – there is no additional charge for this.
- Between now and the festival Red Set will have an extended lesson 5.30pm to 7pm – there is no additional charge for this.
- If your child also attends singing classes, they are not required to attend the Thursday extended sessions, as upcoming singing examinations take priority.
- We plan to hold an additional rehearsal during the February Half Term holidays, dependent on student availability.
The deadline to pay the dancer entry fee is: 28th February 2026.
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