Gatineau #1: Event Information
Canadian Museum of History; March 20 - 23, 2025
THEATRE
NOTES
- The Museum has a ‘shoe policy’ whereby dancers must wear shoes when walking between the changerooms and the Theatre. This is done for the dancers’ safety and we appreciate your cooperation.
- Please check back as we approach the competition for updates.
ADDRESS
- Canadian Museum of History, 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, QC J8X 4H2
- The building will open 1 hour prior to the first performance of the day
STAGE DIMENSIONS
- approximately 29’ deep x 40’ wide. Max height for aerial rig: 20'
LOADING DOCK
- There is a loading dock behind the theatre which can be accessed off Laurier Street. This is not a parking area – once you have finished loading/unloading, please move your truck.
- Push the button at the Loading Dock for security to come open the door
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.
- Keep props together in an organized fashion to ensure the safety of the dancers
- Remove props a.s.a.p to make space for new arrivals
Thank you everyone for your combined efforts as we know this takes a lot of time and coordination!!
PARKING
- Pay parking is available at the Museum of Civilization from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday. www.historymuseum.ca/
- There is additional parking on the streets around the Museum. Check for posted hours and rates.
DRESSING ROOMS
- All dressing rooms will be assigned based on the room availability at the Museum.
- The Boys dressing room and ‘Quick Change’ room will be backstage.
- Some sessions will get very busy. To avoid congestion:
- Have hair/make-up done.
- please vacate when the room is not needed.
We thank you in advance for your cooperation with regard to sharing the space.
REHEARSAL AREA
- Dancers may practice in the hallways outside the Ateliers (as long as no school programs are in progress) and outside the Theatre in the main lobby.
SHINE SHOP
- Please note that we will be accepting credit or debit cards -- we will not be accepting cash.
HOTEL
Hotel Name: Four Points by Sheraton Hotel and Conference Centre Gatineau-Ottawa
For Dates: March 20 – 23: Canadian Museum of History, Gatineau
| Block Booking Under |
Shine Dance To make reservations click HERE |
| Address (See map) |
35 Rue Laurier, Gatineau, QC J8X 4E9 |
| Phone | Please make reservations HERE |
| See website | |
| Rate |
$159 a night (applicable taxes not included) Additional $20 per extra adult for triple and quad occupancy |
| Parking | $18/night plus tax |
| Group Booking Ends | February 16th, 2025 |
| Cancellation Date |
A deposit of one night including taxes and fees will be required to secure your reservation. Deposit is fully refundable if cancelled or changed 15 days or more prior to arrival. In the event a reservation is cancelled or modified 15 days or less prior to arrival, deposit is forfeited. |
| Check-In/Out | Check-in: 4:00pm / Check-out: 11:00am |
| Website | Click here |
| Restaurant on Site? | Yes – Breakfast only |
| Pool? | Yes, open intermittently |
| Distance From Venue | Directly across from the museum |
Hotel Name: Best Western PLUS Gatineau Ottawa Hotel and Conference Centre
| Block Booking Under |
Shine Dance Competitions To make reservations click HERE |
| Address (See map) |
131 Rue Laurier, Gatineau, QC J8X 3W3 |
| Phone | 819-770-8550 ext 0 and ask to book under "Shine Dance Competitions" |
| See website | |
| Rate |
$170 a night (applicable taxes not included) Additional $15 per extra adult for triple and quad occupancy |
| Parking | $15/night plus tax |
| Group Booking Ends | February 19th, 2025 |
| Cancellation Date |
Reservations can be canceled without penalty if notice is given 7 days before arrival. If the hotel guest does not have a valid cancellation number before then, the hotel guest may be subject a cancellation fee of one night room charge and applicable taxes. |
| Check-In/Out | Check-in: 4:00pm / Check-out: 11:00am |
| Website | Click here |
| Restaurant on Site? | Yes |
| Pool? | Yes |
| Distance From Venue | 7 mins walk |
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 2 weeks prior to the event.
- For a program including all updates from Studios (title changes, etc.), we recommend downloading 1 day 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.