Will this last three months, like dance marathons during the Depression?
No. On average the full performance runs for about 3.5 to 4 hours.

I have a heart condition / knee injury / wheelchair. Can I still participate?
Absolutely. We try to make the competition as inclusive as possible and we never ask you to push yourself more than you’re physically able to. If you have more questions about your particular situation, feel free to ask us.

Do I have to come with a partner?
No. If you come alone, we will find a partner for you to dance with.

Will I be forced to dance with the same partner all night?
No. There will be opportunities to switch partners.

Will I always be dancing with a partner?
No. There will be opportunities for you to move independently.

What if I don’t know how to dance?
You’ll learn. We will be teaching you several dances over the course of the evening.

Do I have to dance?
No. You just need to keep moving. If you stop moving, you will be eliminated from the dance floor.

Will I be able to watch the rest of the piece?
Yes. Once you’re been eliminated from the competition you will be asked to leave the dance floor and may watch the rest of the contest unfold as a spectator.

Will I be forced to dance the whole time?
No. There will be frequent rest periods where you will be given a break. There will also be a couple of optional eliminations, where you’ll have the opportunity to rest.

Do I have to be a good dancer to win?
No. There will be several categories of eliminations, only some of which will require physical skills, definitely not all.

What if I can’t tell the performers from the other audience members?
That’s kind of the point, but you’ll figure it out eventually.