EASY WINS
The movie includes a titular track from Kenny Loggins, Kevin Bacon performs much of his character's dancing, and John Lithgow leads the charge to ban dancing. What 1984 film is it?
Footloose
What is “syncopation” in relation to dance and music?
Emphasis on unexpected rhythms or off-beats
What is the best definition of “en dehors” in ballet?
Turning outward away from the supporting leg
What section can you enter if you become one of Evo’s Highest Scoring Soloists in an Novice Section?
Evo Apprentice
This Russian-born choreographer defected to the West in 1961 while on tour in Paris, becoming one of ballet’s biggest stars.
Rudolf Nureyev
Which Australian actress was in the hit movie Grease?
Olivia Newton-John
What is the purpose of spacing in choreography?
Avoid collisions / maintain formations
What does the term Aplomb mean?
The concept of perfect center alignment, allowing a dancer to maintain balance and appearing effortless even during difficult feats.
Are backing vocals allowed in a Song & Tap section?
No
The codified five positions of the feet in ballet were established by this 17th-century French court dancer.
Pierre Beauchamp
This 1985 film features a farm boy who dreams of attending a prestigious performing arts school in London.
Billy Elliot
What does “energy consistency” mean?
Same effort throughout
What is a Saut de Basque?
A traveling jump where the dancer performs a full turn in the air with one leg in a retiré position.
Which U.S. TV star did we have judging at National Finals this year?
Gianna Martello
In choreographic analysis, what does “retrograde” mean?
Reversing the order of a movement phrase
Who are the directors of Dance Teacher Expo?
Amanda, Nath & Bec
What is a dancer’s focus point used for?
Balance / orientation
In tap, what is a scuff?
A forward brush using the heel instead of the ball of the foot.
Can a competitor enter both Novice and Open sections at our Sydney Regional Event?
No
What country is considered the birthplace of ballet?
Italy
This iconic dance scene truly provides a twist in the story. What film gave us John Travolta and Uma Thurman twisting to "You Never Can Tell"?
Pulp Fiction
What ballet method is the Royal Academy of Dance associated with?
RAD
How many sounds are in a cramp roll?
4
Does a competitor need to qualify to enter Evo Elite at National Finals?
Yes
What is the difference between tempo and rhythm?
Tempo = speed, Rhythm = pattern