Belleville: Event Information
The Empire Theatre; April 9 - 11, 2027
THEATRE
ADDRESS
- The Empire Theatre, 321 Front St, Belleville, ON K8N 2Z9
- The building will open 1 hour prior to the first performance of the day
STAGE DIMENSIONS
- approximately 30’ deep x 30’ wide. Max Height for aerial rig: 14'
IMPORTANT PROP NOTE
*Please make arrangements for props to be removed after your dances. There is no prop storage space available in the Theatre.
LOADING DOCK
- The dock loads directly onto the stage – so we ask all major props only be loaded right before a performance; and be removed right after.
- The theatre loading dock is located at the back of the building and is accessible from both Front Street and Pinnacle Street.
- Please see diagram below:
PROPS
- Please ensure you have adequate staff to prep your props for easy load-in and load-off the stage. Heavy items should be on dollies to avoid scratching the dance floor. Props can be pre-assembled in the loading dock and then wheeled onto the stage. We want to keep to our time-schedule so dancers are dancing as scheduled.
Thank you everyone for your combined efforts as we know this takes a lot of time and coordination!!
PARKING
- There is a free parking lot adjacent to the theatre – please see image above.
DRESSING ROOMS
Empire Theatre - limited dressing room space
- All dressing room space will be shared between studios as it's very limited. This space is recommended for very young dancers, or those with quicker changes/many changes.
- The final evening sessions each evening are smaller and all dancers will fit in this space.
- We thank you in advance for your cooperation with regard to sharing this space.
- To avoid congestion:
- Have hair/make-up done.
- please vacate when the room is not needed.
360 Pinnacle Street - 8,000sq. ft. dressing room space
- Located directly across the parking lot from the Empire Theatre (2min walk through the parking lot), this space provides valuable additional room for girls changerooms and rehearsing.
- It will be open to all dancers and will have a security guard posted at the door. Dancers should travel between locations with an adult.
- The windows are tinted. You cannot see in from outside.
- Please plan accordingly (including umbrellas if needed), as this space will be especially helpful during busier sessions (Friday: first 2 sessions; Saturday: all day; Sunday: middle two sessions).
- Opens 1hr before the first dance each morning.
- Parents -- please pack-up all belongings from change rooms if you are leaving after the awards to make room the incoming dancers.
REHEARSAL AREA
- Empire Theatre - Unfortunately, there is no rehearsal area inside the venue
- 360 Pinnacle Street - large reherasal area. Concrete floors -- please bring mats if you plan on practicing acro.
SHINE SHOP
- Please note that we will be accepting credit or debit cards -- we will not be accepting cash.
HOTEL
**Due to high cancellation rates associated with event hotel blocks, hotels often limit the number of rooms available at the group rate and may not extend the block once it is full. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Hotel Name: Best Western Belleville
For Dates: April 8 - 12: The Empire Theatre, Belleville
| Block Booking Under |
Shine Dance - Competitors To make reservations click HERE |
| Distance From Venue | 6 min drive |
| Address (See map) |
387 N Front St, Belleville, ON K8P 3C8 |
| Phone | 613-969-1112; mention group “Shine Dance.” |
| See website | |
| Rate |
$174/night |
| Parking | Complimentary |
| Group Booking Ends | See website |
| Cancellation Date/ Policy | You may cancel your reservation for no charge before 4:00pm local hotel time on Wednesday, April 7, 2027 |
| Check-In/Out | Check-in: 3:00pm / Check-out: 11:00am |
| Restaurant on Site? | No |
| Breakfast Included? | Yes |
| Pool | Yes |
| Website | Click here |
Hotel Name: Hampton Inn & Suite by Hilton Belleville
For Dates: April 8 - 12: The Empire Theatre, Belleville
| Block Booking Under |
Shine Dance Competition April 2027 Group Code: 91T To make reservations click HERE |
| Distance From Venue | 11 min drive |
| Address (See map) |
784 Bell Blvd., Belleville, ON K8N 4Z5 |
| Phone | 613-779-2000; mention the group code 91T and the group name |
| See website | |
| Rate |
$209/night |
| Parking | Complimentary |
| Group Booking Ends | March 9, 2027 |
| Cancellation Date/ Policy | Guest must have a valid credit card at check-in with an ID that matches. You may cancel your reservation 2 days prior to arrival. |
| Check-In/Out | Check-in: 3:00pm / Check-out: 11:00am |
| Restaurant on Site? | No |
| Breakfast Included? | Yes |
| Pool | Yes |
| Website | Click here |
Hotel Name: Comfort Inn Belleville
For Dates: April 8 - 11: The Empire Theatre, Belleville
| Block Booking Under |
Shine Dance Competitions To make reservations click HERE |
| Distance From Venue | 7 min drive |
| Address (See map) |
200 North Park St., Belleville, ON K8P 2Y9 |
| Phone | 343-453-6996 |
| See website | |
| Rate |
$189/night |
| Parking | Complimentary |
| Group Booking Ends | March 8, 2027 |
| Cancellation Date/ Policy | You may cancel your reservation for no charge before Thursday, April 8, 2027 |
| Check-In/Out | Check-in: 3:00pm / Check-out: 11:00am |
| Restaurant on Site? | No |
| Breakfast Included? | Yes |
| Pool | No |
| Website | Click here |
EVENT DETAILS
ARRIVAL
- The building will open 1 hour prior to the first performance of the day.
PROGRAMS
- Programs will be made available for download, free of charge, through our website approximately 1-2 weeks prior to the event.
- Hard Copy programs will not be sold at the event
AWARDS PIN
- Every dancer receives a custom Shine Awards Pin to display your ribbons on your Team Jacket! ONE per dancer available at the Shine Shop.
LIVE STREAMING
- This event will have a live stream available through our website
- A code to watch will be provided to your Studio prior to the event
- We may run up to 15min early from the scheduled times -- remember to tune in early
FOOD DRIVE
- We are very excited to continue our annual Food Drive where all proceeds are donated to a local food bank. To date, we have collectively raised 22,825 lbs of food!!
- Please remind your dancers to bring at least 2 items of non-perishable food for our drive.
PHOTOGRAPHY
- For the privacy & safety of the dancers, there is no photography or videography allowed during performances
- As a reminder, your entry fees include all your photos and videos!
- Media will be available approximately 1-2 weeks after the event through a link sent to your Studio
- Tag us in your favourite photos! @shinedancecompetitions, #ShineDanceCompetitions #ShineFamily
STUDIO NAME/LOGO
- In an effort to keep your studio’s identity from the judges during performances, we ask that you please cover your studio logo when placing props on the stage. *
- Your performance costume should not contain your Studio's Name
- Your dancers are certainly encouraged to wear their studio attire during awards ceremonies
STAGE ETIQUETTE
- Substances which alter the condition of the stage, and may affect the dancing surface for other competitors are prohibited (e.g. tossing sparkles, baby powder, water/liquid, body paint, etc.). If it cannot be easily swept off the stage quickly, it should not be put on the stage. Dances in violation of this rule may result in not being allowed on stage, have a deduction, and/or deemed "adjudicated only", at the discretion of Shine Dance Competitions.
- If the stage is littered after your performance (ex: feathers, paper, props, etc.). you must be ready for the immediate removal of the items. We will have a flat broom backstage.
- Helium balloons are not to be released on-stage as it is costly to get them down and they may pop during another performance if left on the ceiling. They may be used if they are on a weight and not released.
- Released balloons may result in a deduction or the routine being ‘adjudicated only’
JUDGING
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Expertise in Dance and Age-Appropriateness: Our judges are selected for their deep understanding of dance and their ability to assess performances based on age and training levels.
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Diverse Perspectives and Subjectivity: Our judging panel consists of individuals with diverse backgrounds, training, and life experiences. Given the subjective nature of performances, it's natural to observe variations in scores, sometimes exceeding 3 points.
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Encouraging Dynamism and Excitement: We empower our judges to utilize their marking scales while providing valuable feedback in their adjudications. This approach fosters a dynamic and thrilling competition atmosphere, enriching the experience for participants and audiences alike.
Your support of our judges and their expertise contributes to the positive and enriching experience we strive to create for all participants. Thank you for being part of our dance community where we can learn and grow from different perspectives.
USHERS & VENUE GUIDELINES
At select venues, ushers are in place to support the event and ensure a safe, calm, and enjoyable experience for all attendees.
We kindly ask that all guests treat ushers with respect and follow their direction at all times. Their role is to help manage the theatre environment, including audience flow, safety, and cleanliness.
As a standard:
- Theatre doors remain closed during performances
- Food and beverages are not permitted inside the theatre
Please note that venues reserve the right to remove any individual demonstrating disrespectful or non-compliant behaviour.
We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a positive and respectful environment for everyone.
JUDGES
Info Coming Soon!