Backstreet dance, Cairns

cairns festival Parade 2025

released mid year. 

Saturday 30th august 2025 

Backstreet Dance are excited to enter the 2025 Cairns Festival Grand Parade as STREET PERFORMERS!!!

We have entered the Festival over 9 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:

Currently enrolled students and who will be enrolled in Term 3 2025 

Any student who is enrolled in a Preteen or Teen or Adult class 

WHEN TO APPLY:

Before Saturday xxxx August at midday

 

Festival Parade Date:

Saturday 30th August 2025

The Parade starts at 5.30pm

(meet Deb by 5pm on the day)

 

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 Preteen Students

Friday 29th August 

4.30pm to 5.45pm – All Preteen Students rehearse in this time (last 15 mins for the Parent Brief)

5.30pm to 6.30pm – All Teen & Adults rehearse in this time (includes a brief at 5.30pm with ALL performers)

NOTE TO ALL: The choreography will be sent to you via a dropbox link on Friday night after rehearsals.

 

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:

 Wear at least one Backstreet logo top/singlet in the colour of BLUE. (not a half black or blue but must be FULLY BLUE)

Can wear a Blue Backstreet top from a previous program like Carols by Candlelight or Relay for Life or past Cairns Festival Parades.

PLUS MUST ALSO ORGANISE THE FOLLOWING:

 Plain white knee-high socks – and black nikko pen (or black print) 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 black on your legs– Eg. black tights/black pants/black lycra shorts (but must wear them with shimmers). No print or other branded logos on them eg. Nike. But can have Backstreet Dance on them (eg. leggings/pants from our dancewear range). 

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. You can wear light up shoes but the lights must be lit up with Blue lights. Please note that if you have a symbol or design on your shoes – it must be of Backstreet colour eg. black stripes.

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 or have gems on your face with lipstick.

 

Submit Application form
Submit Application form

FESTIVAL PARADE

Parade

2024 CAIRNS FESTIVAL GRAND PARADE APPLICATION FORM

 

IMPORTANT: Please submit this form BEFORE midday on Saturday 10th August 2024

 

By signing this form, you agree and understand the following expectations set by Backstreet Dance and the the Cairns Regional Council:

  • I understand that, if I am a Parent/Guardian of a student in a Preteen class, I am required to attend the compulsory safety briefing on Friday 23rd August
  • I understand the choreography will be beginner level and repetitive to suit the moving Parade.
  • I understand that, as a student, I must attend the compulsory rehearsal. If I don’t turn up, I understand I am NOT allowed to participate in the Festival Parade.
  • I understand that I am responsible for purchasing my own Backstreet Dancewear and white socks with positive affirmations written on them.
  • I must put a lot of love and creative effort into my costume and presentation
  • I understand that whatever items I bring with me on the day of the Festival must be carried on my body. Items cannot be given to Teachers as they will be dancing. Best to bring disposable drink bottles and throwaway snacks. NOTE: Mobile phones will be put in a small box and put in Jeff's car and collected at the end of the Parade.
  • I understand that if the Festival does not go ahead due to being out of Backstreet Dance's control, that I will not hold Backstreet Dance liable for any purchases I've made, etc.
  • I understand that, if I am a Preteen student , that once the Parade reaches the end of the Esplanade, a Parent/Adult Guardian must meet me IMMEDIATELY at the finishing point (which will be shared closer to the date) and get signed off by the Dance Director, Deborah before going home/being released.
  • I understand that if I am a student of a Teen or Adult class , I do not have to be signed off by the Director at the end of the Parade and am allowed to leave at my own will.
  • I understand that I will be representing Backstreet Dance at the Festival and that I will be on my best behaviour. I will be responsible and respect others around me at all times. I understand that if my behaviour is not appropriate, I can be asked to be removed from the Parade immediately.
  • I understand that if I am still wearing the Backstreet uniform AFTER the Parade is finished, I still represent the Backstreet's image, therefore I will ensure my behaviour and attitude aligns with the philosophy and values of Backstreet Dance.
  • I will not hold Backstreet Dance (including its staff and volunteers) or the Cairns Regional Council liable for any injuries or loss of property.
  • I understand that I will receive more information at the rehearsal in regards to extra information that the Cairns Regional Council release about our starting and finishing point
  • I understand that I must come FULLY dressed on Friday 23rd August so my costume can be approved
  • I understand that naked flame, spraying/squirting water, throwing objects, consumption of alcoholic beverages, use of glass items is strictly prohibited.
  • I understand that as a Parade participant I must promptly comply with any instructions given by any member of the Cairns Regional Council, the Parade Co-Ordinator (Deborah Storer) and/or other Backstreet staff members/volunteers and abuse is not tolerated.
  • I understand that participating in the Parade is done at my own risk and I must take responsibility for my own personal health and safety.
  • I understand that by signing this form, that i agree to the Cairns Regional Council's Terms and Conditions for the Cairns Festival Parade which can be found HERE
  • I understand that failure to comply with the Terms and Conditions stated may result in exclusion from participation in the Parade by the Cairns Regional Council and/or Backstreet Dance.

Please complete all details below. Thank you

If UNDER 18yo – BOTH student and a Parent/Guardian must sign:

We look forward to having you as part of the Cairns Festival Parade.