Director: Tsvetomira Krumova Cattolica is a city and municipality in northern Italy, in the province of Rimini, in the Emilia-Romagna region. It is located at an altitude of 11 m above sea level. The city is an important summer resort on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. Cattolica Beach offers a versatile haven for all tourists. Here, visitors can not only enjoy the pristine sandy shores and take a dip in the warm waters of the Adriatic Sea, but also explore the local attractions, participate in matches on the tennis courts and maintain their fitness regime in well-equipped centers. Here you can immerse yourself in a world of happiness and bliss, enjoy a harmonious atmosphere and experience comfort both on land and in water. The beach is distinguished by an equipped coastline, crystal clear sea, gentle slopes and a smooth seabed, without stones and rocks. It is a rare occasion to witness a northerly wind and strong waves. Terms and conditions: Location, dates and time Dates: 24.06 - 28.06.2025 /5 days, 4 overnights with breakfast/ Possibility of additional nights! Location: Cattolica / Rimini - Italy DEADLINE for submitting application forms: 14.02.2025 DEADLINE for full payment: 30.04.2025 Goal of the festival: The goal of the festival is to provide kids, teenagers and adults with the opportunity to show their talents in front of a big audience; to develop and promote music and dance art, as well as to strengthen the relationships between group leaders. Further goal of the festival is to promote joint activities among the performers and create friendships. "Acqua Azzurra" festival is not a competition and participants would not compete against each other. Participants in the festvival: The festival is open to all - individual participants, community centers, youth centers, academies, public schools, private schools, dance studios/clubs, etc. There are no age limitations. Age categories: 1st age category - kids under 12 years 2nd age category - teenagers 13 to 19 years 3rd age category - adults over 19 years Participation terms: Maximum duration of musical and dance performances: FESTIVAL DAYS (JUNE 25 and JUNE 26, Wednesday and Thursday) Solo, duet and trio - up to 4 min for performance per age group Group - up to 15 min for an ensemble per age group GALA CONCERT (JUNE 27, Friday) Group - up to 5 minutes for an ensemble per age group DANCE CATEGORY Dance category is open to all non-professional dance groups and performers without restrictions in genre (hip-hop, classical dance, folk dance, modern dance, jazz ballet, etc.) or number of participants. MUSIC CATEGORY Music category is open to all non-professional dance groups and performers (singers, musicians, choirs, etc.) without restrictions in genre (hip-hop, classical music, folk music, pop and rock music, jazz, etc.) or number of participants. Note: Participants should provide their own musical instruments and/or music for their routines Program: 24 June, Tuesday /organization day/ 15.00 - 19.00 - Registration and accommodation of the arriving formations. Possibility to explore the town of Cattolica. 25 June, Wednesday /festival day/ 7.00 - 09.00 Breakfast Free time or opportunity to visit San Marino. San Marino is the capital of the republic of the same name and is located on the Apennine Peninsula near the Adriatic Sea. San Marino is the third largest city in the Republic. It was founded by San Marino in 301. Interesting sites are the Fortress with the three towers, the Basilica of San Marino, the wax museum and Liberty Square 20.00 - Concert of individual performers and groups (opening night of the festival) 26 June, Thursday /festival day/ 7.00 - 09.00 Breakfast Free time or opportunity to visit Ravenna - the capital of mosaics, the last capital of the Roman Empire and the contact zone between the Western Roman provinces and the Byzantine Empire 20.00 - Concert of individual performers and groups 27 June, Friday /Gala Concert/ 7.00 - 09.00 Breakfast Free time or opportunity to explore Rimini and visit the park - Italy in miniature 20.00 - Gala concert, prize ceremony and presentation of all individual performers and groups 28 June, Saturday 7.00 - 09.00 Breakfast 09.30 - Check-out time Participation fee: 245 Euro per person - 4 BB in 3* Hotel Every 25 participants one is free of charge (24 pay + 1 free) Participation fee includes: 4 nights with breakfast, double and triple rooms A certificate of attendance and prize for every ensemble A T-shirt with the festival’s logo for every participant Participation fee Extra payment: City tax 2 Euro per person per day - paid on reception Additional tax for a single room - 65 Euro per person Extra night - 65 Euro per person per night Any group willing to participate must submit an Application form. Approved groups pay in advance a 10% guarantee fee, which is to be deducted at the final payment. Second step: deposit of the amount of 26 Euro per person to the organizers until 17.03.2025 All bank transfer expenses are to be paid by the participants in the festival. The payment of deposit it is non-refundable!