Director’s Guide

BEFORE YOUR VISIT/PERFORMANCEBefore your performance date, please make sure you have done the following:

• Purchase your tickets. Each individual entering Kings Dominion will need to present an admission ticket or season pass to gain entrance to Kings Dominion. All ticket orders (admission and meal) must be pre-paid fourteen (14) days prior to your visit. When your tickets arrive, please make sure of the following:

1. You have ordered the correct amount of tickets (and meal tickets if applicable)

2. The date printed on your tickets is correct

Please call immediately if you notice any discrepancy with your ticket order. DO NOT wait until the day of your visit to fix any issue, or it could delay your group. Please reference the ticket section of this guide, located on page 3, for more information.

• Check the weather. Make sure to check the weather forecast before you leave and dress accordingly. On hot and humid days, please make sure members of your group stay hydrated. Free cups of water are available at all restaurants in the park.

• Process Season Passes. Any individuals with a season pass will need to have it processed PRIOR to entering the park. The season pass enrollment center is located to the left of the park main front gates prior to entering Kings Dominion.

• Designate a meeting time & place. Before dispersing in to the park, designate a meeting time and place for eating or leaving for the day. Unfortunately, paging is not available inside the park. All students should have a teacher’s or chaperone’s cell  phone number available in case of an emergency.

• Complete Participant Waiver Forms. Make sure you have a participant waiver form, located at the back of this packet, for each participant performing in the Dance Festival. Waiver forms will be turned into the Registration Table the day of your performance. No participant will be allowed to perform without a signed waiver form.

• Correctly Label your Music. CDs and MP3 Players for music will be accepted. Please label each performing groups’ CD with the following information:

• Studio/School Name• Group Name• Instructor/Teacher Name• Name of Music• Track # (CDs only if multiple tracks)• Dancers’ Entrance (before or after the music)

• It is recommended to bring a 2nd copy of your CD in the event of a malfunction. Please turn in both copies to the Registration Table upon check-in.

• If using MP3 Player- please have MP3 set and ready to play the correct song. Please designate someone from your group to assist the sound technician during your performance. Make sure your MP3 Player is fully charged.

ON THE DAY OF YOUR VISIT/PERFORMANCEPlease follow these easy steps when arriving on the day of your visit to Kings Dominion.

• Arrival. Bus parking is free and is located to the left side of the main park front gates. Groups needing to pick up their park admission tickets will go immediately to the Group Sales building. Please give yourself plenty of time in the morning if you need to pick up or purchase tickets.

• Check-in. Instructors must register upon arrival or by 12:00pm on the date of their visit. Registration will begin at 10:15am each date in front of the Kings Dominion Theater.

• Please register each of your groups upon arrival

• Please turn in all participant waiver forms and correctly labeled CDs for your group(s)

Please do not dismiss your students and chaperones until after check-in. Warm-up and performance times could change due to last minute cancellations. Performance dates and times are subject to change based on demand. Kings Dominion reserves the right to adjust your performance times, if needed.

NOTE: All individuals will have to go through our metal- detecting system prior to entering the park. Bags and cases are subject to search. Please urge your group to leave ALL unnecessary items on the bus or at home. Outside food and beverages are not permitted into the park.

Thank you for registering for the Dance Festival at Kings Dominion. We look forward to your visit. This Director’s Guide has been developed to assist in making your visit and group performance an enjoyable one. Should you have any questions, please contact our Sales & Services Center at 804-876-5000, Monday through Friday, 10:00am-4:00pm, please ask for festival staff.

Thanks, Kings Dominion Event Staff

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GENERAL PERFORMANCE INFORMATION

WAIVER FORMS• All waiver forms must be submitted at registration on your

event date. The waiver forms are located on the last page of the Director’s Guide. Please photocopy for each participant and have them completed by the participant’s legal guardian in advance. No participant will be allowed to perform without a signed waiver form.

DRESSING FACILITIES• Dressing facilities are not available in the

Kings Dominion Theater.

• Dancers may use the public bathrooms next to the theater by the Wayside Grill restaurant if necessary. Please ask your dancers to keep the public bathrooms as neat & clean as possible.

AGE DIVISIONS • 14 Year olds can compete in the Pre-Teen or Senior Age Division

• All other ages can compete up an age group but not down an age group

• The oldest dancer determines your age division. Not the average age of your group

• Students should be ready to produce proof of age if any questions arise

• There is a penalty of 5 points for performing out of the correct age category

• Order of Divisions (may vary based on attendance)

• Mini Division (Ages 6 – 8)• Junior Division (Ages 9 - 11)• Pre-Teen Division (Ages 12 – 14)• Senior Division (Ages 14 – 19)• Adult Division (Ages 20 – over)

PERFORMANCE PROCEDURE• Dancers may only perform on stage ONCE each day.

• Dancers should be dressed, ready and waiting to go to the Ready Area approximately 30 minutes prior to their warm-up time.

• The Emcee will call your group approximately 10 - 30 minutes prior to your scheduled performance time.

• Once in the warm-up room your group will have a limited amount of time to stretch and warm up. There will be a CD player available for your group.

• You have 3 minutes to perform in front of our judging panel.

• Upon exiting the stage your group will be led outside the right side (stage right) of the theater in the rear. Please inform parents and friends of the event traffic flow so they understand where children are at all times.

• Please do not have your entire group re-enter the theater to gather their things. This is very disrupting for the groups on stage.

• You may pick up your ribbons, certificate of participation, score sheets and CDs/MP3s at the Awards Ceremony.

• Please notify the representative at the registration table if your group will not be attending the awards ceremony.

PERFORMANCE TIMES • Each group has a maximum of 3 minutes to perform.

• Timing begins when the music begins or with the first movement and ends when the last dancer exits.

• Entrances & exits with or without music & acknowledgements (bows) must be included in the 3-minute time limit.

• A 10-point penalty will be taken from the group’s total score for exceeding the time limit.

ADJUDICATION/RECOGNITION• Three highly qualified judges will determine the overall score

for your group.

• Categories and Points:

• Technique: 20 Points• Choreography/Creativity: 10 Points• Showmanship: 10 Points• Costume: 5 Points• Overall Performance: 5 Points• Total Possible Points per judge: 50 Points• Total Possible Points Cumulative Score: 150 Points

RATING SCALE• 126 – 150 Superior• 101 – 125 Excellent

• 76 – 100 Good• 0 – 75 Poor

AWARDS • Grand Champion trophies will be awarded to the top three

highest point total performances on each festival day as determined by our judges.

• 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place Overall (Any Category, Age or Dance Type)

• A highest point total trophy will be awarded in each category, listed below, for each type of dance, regardless of age, to those groups receiving the most points.

Duo-Trio Group Line ProductionBallet Ballet Ballet BalletTap Tap Tap TapJazz Jazz Jazz JazzOpen Open Open OpenLyrical Lyrical Lyrical Lyrical

• Any groups with an Excellent or Superior rating will also receive a trophy.

• Each dancer will receive a Kings Dominion Dance Festival ribbon.• Each performing group will receive a certificate of participation.• Instructors may pick up their packets, which include their

music, evaluation sheets, a performance certificate and dancer ribbons following the awards ceremony.

VIDEOTAPING• Due to copyright law, videotaping is strictly prohibited during

all performances. Videotaping will only be welcome during the awards ceremonies.

PHOTOGRAPHY • We will have a professional group photographer taking

photos, if you wish, as groups exit the Kings Dominion Theater following their performance.

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TICKETING INFORMATION

• Every person entering Kings Dominion will need to present an admission ticket or season pass to gain entrance to the park and performance areas.

• Chaperones: one (1) chaperone admission ticket will be given for every fifteen (15) admission tickets purchased, unless otherwise noted. Complimentary chaperone tickets do not include meal ticket or bottomless soda wristbands.

• Parking: Bus parking is free. Bus drivers will receive a complimentary admission ticket when presenting their Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at the Group Sales Window (does not include meal or bottomless soda wristbands).

• All ticket orders (admission and meal) must be pre-paid fourteen (14) days prior to your visit to allow sufficient time to process your order. Orders received less than seven (7) days prior to your visit will be held at the Group Sales building (will call) for pick-up. Season Pass holders do not count toward your group size.

• Payment must be made via school check, money order (payable to “Kings Dominion”) or credit card (MasterCard, VISA, American Express and Discover accepted). Unfortunately, personal checks or purchase orders are not accepted.

• All school checks will be processed through Telecheck for approval. If declined, another method of payment will be requested.

• All Performer Tickets must be paid for in advance. No performer tickets will be available for purchase on the day of the event.

• Again, we highly encourage your ticket orders to be pre-paid fourteen (14) days prior to your visit to allow sufficient time to process your order. If they have not been, please follow these steps below:

�If you are picking up tickets that have been paid for:

• Present your ticket confirmation letter at the Group Sales Window located to the left of the park main front gate. Your confirmation letter lists your order number, group name, and ticket information.

• If you need to purchase additional observer admission tickets please visit any available Group Sales window. Payments can be made by cash, debit/credit card or school check. No personal checks will be accepted.

Note: All school checks will be processed through Telecheck for approval. If declined, another method of payment will be requested.

�If picking up Observer tickets at the Gate that have not been paid for, but have reservations made:

• Please note all performer tickets must be paid for in advance.

• Proceed to the Group Sales Building with your reservation number AND the name of person who placed the order. If you need to purchase additional admission, you may do so at this time. Please make sure the amount of your check is correct.

Note: All school checks will be processed through Telecheck for approval. If declined, another method of payment will be requested.

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Dance Festival Waiver/Release FormYou will need to submit this on the day of your visit during registration check-in.

PARTICIPANT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK & INDEMNITY AGREEMENTEVENT: Kings Dominion Dance Festival (hereinafter the “Event” or “Events”)

Date(s) of Event: Event is expected to occur on or about April 8 & 9, 2017

WARNING: READ CAREFULLY. THIS AGREEMENT INCLUDES A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND WAIVER OF LEGAL RIGHTS AND DEPRIVES YOU OF THE RIGHT TO SUE SPONSOR AND OTHER PARTIES. DO NOT SIGN THIS AGREEMENT UNLESS YOU HAVE READ IT IN ITS ENTIRETY; SEEK THE ADVICE OF LEGAL COUNSEL IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF ITS EFFECT.

WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY, ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENTIN CONSIDERATION of Cedar Fair, L.P., Cedar Fair Southwest Inc., Kings Dominion and the sponsors allowing me to participate in the above referenced Event, I for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children, parents, guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, hereby agree to make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Waiver and Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement (the “Agreement”) for the duration of this Event;

1. REPRESENTATION BY PARTICIPANT OF FITNESS FOR EVENT. I hereby represent that (i) I am in good health and in proper physical condition to participate in the Event; and (ii) I am not under the influence of alcohol or any illicit or prescription drugs which would in any way impair my ability to safely participate in the Event. I agree that it is my sole responsibility to determine whether I am sufficiently fit and healthy enough to participate in the Event.

2. ASSUMPTION OF RISK AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY. I understand and acknowledge the physical and mental rigors associated with this Event and/or events similar in nature, as well as competitive racing, or other sporting or physical events, and realize that the activities involved and other portions of this or other such Events are inherently dangerous and represent a test of a person’s physical and mental limits. I understand that participation involves risks and dangers which include, without limitation, the potential for serious bodily injury, permanent disability, paralysis and death; loss or damage to property; exposure to extreme conditions and circumstances; accidents, illness, contact or collision with other participants, spectators, vehicles or other natural or manmade objects; dangers arising from adverse weather conditions; imperfect course conditions; water, road and surface hazards; equipment failure; inadequate safety measures; participants of varying skill levels; situations beyond the immediate control of the Event Organizers; and other undefined harm or damage which may not be readily foreseeable, and other presently unknown risks and dangers (“Risks”). I understand that these Risks may be caused in whole or in part by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Event, or the acts, inaction or negligence of the Released Parties defined below, and I hereby expressly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses or expenses which I incur as a result of my participation in the Event.

3. EVENT RULES AND REGULATIONS. I agree to be familiar with and abide by the Rules and Regulations established for the Event. I also accept sole responsibility for my own conduct and actions while participating in the Event, and the condition and adequacy of my equipment.

4. INDEMNITY AGREEMENT. I hereby Release, Waive and Covenant Not to Sue, and further agree to Indemnify, Defend and Hold Harmless the following parties: Cedar Fair, L.P., Cedar Fair Southwest Inc., Kings Dominion, their affiliates, the Event Organizers and Promoter, Race Directors, Sponsors, Advertisers, Host Cities, Local Organizing Committees, Venues and Property Owners upon which the Event takes place, Law Enforcement Agencies and other Public Entities providing support for the Event, and each of their respective parent, subsidiary and affiliated companies, officers, directors, partners, shareholders, members, agents, employees and volunteers (Individually and Collectively, the “Released Parties” or “Event Organizers”), with respect to any liability claim(s), demand(s), cause(s) of action, damage(s), loss or expense (including court costs and reasonable attorney’s fees) of any kind or nature (“Liability”) which may arise out of, result from, or relate to my participation in the Event, including claims for Liability caused in whole or in part by the negligence of the Released Parties. I further agree that if, despite this Agreement, I, or anyone on my behalf, makes a claim for Liability against any of the Released Parties, I will indemnify, defend and hold harmless each of the Released Parties from any such Liability which any may be incurred as the result of such claim.

5. AUTHORIZATION FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE. I hereby pre-authorize the Event Organizers and their representatives to arrange for emergency medical treatment and/or transport via ambulance or air on my behalf if medical attention is warranted during my participation in the Event. I understand and agree that I will be responsible for the costs associated with any such emergency medical care and/or transport arranged on my behalf, and hereby release the Event Organizers from any Liability relating to the cost and provision of any rescue operations, first aid treatment, medical care, hospital expenses or the medical decisions made at the Event site or elsewhere on my behalf.

6. PARTICIPANT ACKNOWLEDGEMENT AND AGREEMENT. I hereby warrant that I have read this Agreement carefully, understand its terms and conditions, acknowledge that I have signed this Agreement freely and voluntarily, without any inducement, assurance or guarantee, and intend for my signature to serve as confirmation of my complete and unconditional acceptance of this terms, conditions and provisions of this Agreement. This Agreement represents the complete understanding between the parties regarding these issues and no oral representations, statements or inducements have been made apart from this Agreement. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed severable from this Agreement and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any remaining provisions.

GROUP NAME DATE

PRINTED NAME OF PARTICIPANT

PARTICIPANT’S AGE AND DATE OF BIRTH

PARTICIPANT’S SIGNATURE

EMERGENCY CONTACT AND PHONE NUMBER

PARENTAL CONSENT ON BEHALF OF MINOR CHILD. As the Parent and/or Legal Guardian to the minor identified above, I acknowledge that I am aware that with participation in the above referenced Event comes the risk of injury to my child/ward. I hereby acknowledge and accept the risks inherent in the activities associated with this and similar Events and grant permission for my child/ward to participate.

PRINTED NAME OF PARENT/GUARDIAN (Required if participant is under the age of 18)

PARENT/GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE

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