The first festival of the season 2017/2018 in Sochi, Russia was planned on the last weekend of October. More than 400 participants decided to take part in the International arts festival “The shore of the victories”. They came from 18 cities of Russian Federation and Kazakhstan.

Statistics

Participants – 410, Cities – 18, Performances – 129, Laureate of the 1-st degree –29, Grand Prix – 2, Average score – 7,9

The weather made for festival’s members a great surprise: it was sunny and warm, the sea was clearly blue and calm. But an even bigger surprise was the presence in the jury of Alexander Volkov, the star of TV-show “Dance” (analogue So you think you can dance), popular dancer and choreographer in Russia.

In the choreographic block teams from Polazna, Perm Region and the Crimean Evpatoria were singled out. They became the owners of the highest average points and special prizes of the festival-contest. The exemplary choreographic ensemble "Centipede" became the owner of the Grand Prix of the competition.

The second Grand Prix Cup was handed to the guest from Kazakhstan – Mukanov Erasyl. His perfect vocal was a sufficient cause for high scores and the main prize of the festival.

“The shore of the victories” also included the competitions in nominations “Theatre”, “Arts”, “Instrumental music”.

During the festival contestants could become acquainted with the most interesting and beautiful places in Sochi. The program of stay at the festival included a sightseeing tour and the visit to Olympic Park.  The organizers were happy to meet so many talented and motivated people on the festival.

The next contest “The shore of the victories” will be held from 8 till 11 January.