North American Festival 2027
Class 1 - Social Demonstration
$50
The RSCDS Calgary Branch Cup will be awarded for the best performance in Class 1.
For teams wishing to emphasize the social aspects of Scottish Country Dancing, including phrasing and covering, without placing undue emphasis on technical footwork.
Phrasing and covering will be among the judging criteria.
Two dances must be named on the Entry Form: 1 Strathspey and 1 Reel or Jig.
Class 2 - High Impact Technique
$50
The Madison Scottish Country Dancers Cup will be awarded for the best performance in Class 2.
For teams striving to demonstrate strong technique, high energy, and a lively, spirited performance. This class is open to all, regardless of experience.
Phrasing, covering, and footwork will be among the judging criteria.
Two dances must be named on the Entry Form: 1 Strathspey and 1 Reel or Jig.
Class 3 - 13 Years Old and Under
$50
The Rosedale Cup will be awarded for the best performance in Class 3.
For teams consisting of dancers aged 13 and under.
Two dances must be named on the Entry Form: 1 Reel and 1 Jig
Class 4 - 18 Years Old and Under
$50
The RSCDS Chicago Branch Cup will be awarded for the best performance in Class 4.
For teams consisting of dancers aged 18 and under.
Two dances must be named on the Entry Form: 1 Strathspey and 1 Reel or Jig.
Class 5 - Improvers
$50
The Broadway Cup will be awarded for the best performance in Class 5.
For teams consisting of dancers with limited Scottish Country Dancing experience.
At least 75% of the team must have less than two years of dancing experience
The remaining 25% of the team must have less than five years of dancing experience.
The length of dancing experience is determined by the date of 31 December of the previous year.
Phrasing, covering, and footwork will be among the judging criteria.
Two dances must be named on the Entry Form: 1 Strathspey and 1 Reel or Jig.
Class 6 - Open Technique
$50
The RSCDS St Catharines Branch Cup will be awarded for the best performance in Class 6.
A themed category with a theme determined by the Organising Committee. The theme may change from year to year and will be announced in advance of the Festival.
The number of couples and the size of the set will be determined by the selected theme.
2027 Theme: 1 MacNab Dance published by the RSCDS
Class 7 - Display
$50
The Austin Silver Cup will be awarded for the best performance in Class 7 – Display.
A creative showcase featuring a minimum of three published RSCDS dances, at least one of which must be a Strathspey.
The performance must be completed within a six-minute maximum, including entry and exit, and should include a short introduction.
There is no restriction on the number of dancers who may participate in this class. Teams may use as many dancers as necessary to effectively present their choreography.
This class will be judged on the entertainment value of the Display through the medium of Scottish Country Dancing.
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