backstreet dance, Cairns
cairns festival Parade 2024
2024 date to be advised
Backstreet Dance are excited to enter the 2024 Cairns Festival Grand Parade as STREET PERFORMERS!!!
We have entered the Festival over 8 times now and our mission is the same:
To continue to WOW all of Cairns with our buzzing beaming energy we are so well known for!!
Who can apply:
APPLICATIONS will open june 2024
WHEN TO APPLY:
Before xxxx
Festival Parade Date:
Saturday xxxx approximately 5pm to 7pm
(pending our placement in the Parade)
Rehearsal/Briefing Date:
Upon submitting this form, please be aware that it is compulsory to attend a full dress rehearsal at the studio (including approving of your full costume/outfit) and an important Parent Briefing for the 10-12yo’s
Friday xxxx
4.45pm to 6.00pm -10-12yo rehearse in this time (last 15 mins for the Parent Brief)
5.45pm to 7pm – 13yo to Adults attend a brief at 5.45pm then rehearse
NOTE TO ALL: Bring a filming device to rehearsals if you wish to film the choreo so you can practice before the event.
What is the Cost:
This is a not-for-profit event for Backstreet.
We purely want to give you the opportunity to perform and contribute to the Cairns Community.
We do not charge for the dance rehearsal or the Festival.
The only purchase needed is a Backstreet blue shirt from our dancewear range & purchase your own knee-high white socks (more details below):
Costume Requirement:
xxxxxx
PLUS MUST ALSO ORGANISE THE FOLLOWING:
Plain white knee-high socks – and black nikko pen on it big bold positive words and/or affirmations. Eg. Positive People. I am awesome. I am good enough. I am confident. NEVER EVER GIVE UP!!!
Can obtain these from Target, Singapore Charlie’s, online at Shein, department stores.
Wear matching clothes – Eg. black tights/pants. No print or other branded logos on them besides BD.
Accessorise and make your outfit look like a costume – Must match the Backstreet colours –eg. tutus, hats, gloves, etc. Our colours are: BLACK, WHITE, SILVER, AND UNIQUE BACKSTREET BLUE. If unsure of the shade of blue, can text a picture to Deb on 0407 995 182 for approval. Avoid navy blue and pastille blue. Our blue is vibrant and pops!
Wear white / silver / black shoes of any brand or style. Ensure they are comfortable to dance/walk in.
Decorate your face. Must be silver/white/blue/black only. Can use face jewels or face paint.
Minimum Makeup Requirement: Red lips or blue lipstick and eye or cheek makeup – glitter/colour.