Директор: Victoria Mikhailova International Competition and Festival "Warsaw Art Inspiration" Folklore, Dance, Music November 15, 2024 - Competition Day Dom Kultury Włochy, WARSAW, Poland The "Warsaw Art Inspiration" International Festival and Competition will take place at Dom Kultury Włochy, in the central part of Warsaw. "Warsaw Art Inspiration" features the best in sound and lighting, numerous awards and gifts, and an international jury. Our main goal is to shape a conscious and active cultural audience and to expand sensitivity to art. We create a space for interaction between the creator and their audience, where active dialogue takes place. Our aim is to promote greater understanding, inspire greater achievements, and stimulate more effective creative and social development. Participants: Dance groups Theatrical groups Folklore ensembles Fashion theaters Vocal and choral groups Instrumental ensembles, as well as soloists in these genres Genres: Choreography: folk or stylized dance, classical, contemporary/modern, jazz, artistic, street dance, ballroom dance, performance dance, children's dance, show-bellydance, other dance directions according to the submitted applications Vocal, instrumental, vocal-instrumental, and choral groups Folklore ensembles, ritual theaters, folk art ensembles Theatrical groups, acting skills Fashion theaters / fashion shows Other genres according to accepted applications * The festival has a competitive character. Technical requirements: The competition program is limited by time (1-2 performances): Soloists, duets, trios - 4 minutes Small groups (4-10 participants) - 6 minutes Ensembles and groups (11 or more participants) - 9 minutes * Participants have the right to participate in several genre categories with separate applications and separate fees for each application. Age groups: Mini kids: 4-6 years old Kids: 7-9 years old Children: 10-13 years old Junior: 14-17 years old Adults: 18 years old and above Senior: 50 years old and above Mixed groups To participate in the festival, it is necessary to submit an application along with a HIGH-QUALITY musical accompaniment. If the performance exceeds the reserved time in the application, the Organizer reserves the right to stop the performance. Awards: Winners of 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th places, as well as the Grand Prix winner, receive festival medals, individual diploma and a trophy for the group. "Participant Diploma" for groups/ soloists who receive a rating below 4th place. "Debut Diploma" for participants in the MINI KIDS category aged 4-6 years. The winner of the Small Grand Prix receives a trophy, festival medals and a diploma. The Grand Prix winner receives a trophy, festival medals and a Grand Prix Diploma. Letters of thanks to teachers and leaders for participation and assistance in organizing. The jury has the right to make decisions regarding changes in the festival regulations or not to award prizes to participants in certain categories based on recommendations or decisions of the Jury. Participants receive certificates for FREE participation in festivals from the organizers for the year 2024. All participants receive commemorative festival items, participant badges, individual diplomas and festival medals. Jury: The jury is formed by the Organizers and consists of representatives from the fields of culture, art, social organizations, media, and other significant personalities from participating countries. The permanent jury consists of 4-5 members. The evaluation is based on a 10-point scale. The jury has the right to: Provide recommendations to the competition participants. Highlight individual performers and award them special prizes. In agreement with the organizing committee, make decisions regarding changes in the festival regulations or the non-awarding of prizes to participants in specific categories. The jury has the right to withhold the awarding of the Grand Prix in case of an insufficient number of points. The jury's decision is final and not subject to revision. Evaluation criteria: The evaluation conditions for the competition of vocalists, instrumentalists, dance groups, and soloists are conducted separately in each genre, age category, and group format (soloists, small forms, groups), ensuring fairness and accuracy in assessing participants' skills: Vocalists: Vocal technique: correctness of intonation, articulation, diction. Interpretation of the work: expressiveness, emotionality, conveyance of the work's character. Selection of repertoire: compliance with the age and capabilities of the vocalist. Overall artistic impression: stage presentation, audience interaction, originality. Instrumentalists: Playing technique: correctness of performance, precision, instrumental technique. Interpretation of the work: expressiveness, emotionality, understanding of the work. Selection of repertoire: compliance with the age and capabilities of the instrumentalist.. Overall artistic impression: stage presentation, audience interaction, originality. Dance groups: Dance technique: precision of movements, synchronization, execution technique. Choreography: originality, complexity, coherence with the music. Interpretation of the work: expressiveness, emotionality, conveyance of the work's character. Overall artistic impression: costumes, props, stage presentation. Dance soloists: Dance technique: precision of movements, execution technique. Interpretation of the work: expressiveness, emotionality, conveyance of the work's character. Choreography: originality, complexity, coherence with the music. Overall artistic impression: costume, props, stage presentation. Festival fees: Groups (11 or more participants) - 60 PLN per participant Groups (4-10 participants) - 75 PLN per participant Duets and trios - 100 PLN per participant Soloists - 125 PLN per participant For participation in additional categories: Groups (11 or more participants): an additional fee of 20 PLN per participant for each additional application Groups (4-10 participants): an additional fee of 35 PLN per participant for each additional application Soloists, duets, and trios: an additional fee of 65 PLN per participant for each additional application. Information: Groups interested in participating must submit an application along with the musical accompaniment. The organizing committee provides accommodation and a cultural program (excursions) in agreement with the participants. The delegation of the group may include artists and their accompanying group. There is no limit to the number of artists and accompanying members. During the festival, the organizers may invite participating groups to participate in joint events, such as the opening ceremony, closing ceremony, parade, accompanying concerts, cocktails, workshops, and others. The presence of invited groups at various events is mandatory. Applications for participation must be submitted no later than October 15, 2024. Payment must be made after confirmation of participation, but not later than November 1, 2024. Organizers' bank details for payment will be provided upon request by the team leader AFTER receiving the participation application. Program: November 14, 2024 - Arrival at hotels in Warsaw (according to the selected offer below). City tour. Free time. Dinner. During free time, we suggest visiting: Palace Square: Grandeur and Fairy Tale Royal Castle: Gates to the Past Market Square: The Fairy Tale Heart of the City Old Town: Magic of Architecture Suburb: Architectural Charm Wilanow Palace: Baroque and Luxury November 15, 2024 - Breakfast. Festival day, stage trials, sound checks. Dom Kultury Włochy (stage 11x8 m). Competitive performances. In the evening, a ceremonial closing ceremony and awarding of prizes to participants will take place. Dinner. November 16, 2024 - Breakfast. Check-out in accordance with hostel/ hotel rules. Free day in Warsaw. Departure. Participation fee: 3 days / 2 nights accommodation with half-board, 20+1 free Hotel 2* - 3*: rooms for 2-3-4 people - 150 Euro per person Accommodation is arranged with leaders before the arrival of participants. Leaders will be accommodated in 2-3 person rooms. Participation fee includes: Accommodation in the selected option for 3 days/ 2 nights Meals: breakfast and dinner - starting with dinner on the day of arrival and ending with breakfast on the day of departure Special offer for groups consisting of 20 people: 20 participants + 1 leader free Official letters and invitations, as well as sponsorship advertising for the team or group (subject to prior arrangement with the Organizers) Tour of Warsaw (for groups of 25 people or more) Participation fee does not include: Festival participation fee, with commemorative awards for participants Transport services Optional excursions, museum tickets Personal expenses On request, additional paid services related to transportation from the airport to the hotel, from the hotel to the concert hall, airport welcome by festival staff, and upgrading the proposed hotel to a higher class can be organized. For information regarding additional services, please contact and send an official request to the Organizing Committee. Any group willing to participate must submit an Application form. Approved groups pay in advance 10% guarantee fee, which is to be deducted at the final payment.