Centre Stage is a performance-based pole competition designed for emerging artists who are ready to shine. This event is open to anyone who has not placed in any other pole competition, making it the perfect opportunity for first-time competitors and rising performers to step into the spotlight. With a strong focus on storytelling, stage presence, musicality, and audience connection, Centre Stage celebrates creativity over difficulty and expression over tricks. It’s your moment to own the stage, share your artistry, and let your unique style take the spotlight.

Divisions
 SPOTLIGHT DIVA
A division that celebrates charisma, flair, and full-stage sparkle.
Entertain, captivate, and make the audience FEEL something.
Any dance style is welcome — bring your own brand of pizzazz.
ART IN MOTION
A category for performers who want to tell a story.
Your routine must have a clear narrative with a beginning, middle, and end, supported by intentional choreography.
HEELS SEDUCTION
A celebration of sensual flow, fluid movement, and expressive storytelling through heels-based pole dance.
Think emotive, intimate, and beautifully controlled.
DUO (2 PERFORMERS)
A division celebrating partnership, shared creativity, and duo connection.
Focus on how two performers move as one, support each other, and play with contrast, synchronicity, and shared storytelling.
GROUP (3+ PERFORMERS)
A high-energy division designed for groups of three or more.
Show off teamwork, formations, transitions, and unified performance quality.

JUDGING CRITERIA

SPOTLIGHT DIVA

A division that celebrates charisma, flair, and full-stage sparkle.
Entertain, captivate, and make the audience FEEL something.
Any dance style is welcome — bring your own brand of pizzazz.

Judging Criteria

  • Costume
  • Concept
  • Musicality
  • Stage presence
  • X-factor
  • Choreography
  • (Note: Tricks are not marked, but your entry/exit and fluidity are)

Rules & Requirements

  • Music: First in, best dressed
  • Costume: Any style (no pasties)
  • Props: Allowed, must be easy to set up; no liquids or foil-based glitter
  • Human props: Allowed
  • Timing: 2.5–4 minutes
  • X-Poles: 40mm brass; choose 1 or 2, static or spin

ART IN MOTION

A category for performers who want to tell a story.
Your routine must have a clear narrative with a beginning, middle, and end, supported by intentional choreography.

Judging Criteria

  • Facial expression & character embodiment
  • Stage presence
  • Storyline clarity
  • Dance quality
  • Audience connection
  • (Note: Tricks are not marked, but entry/exit & fluidity count)

Rules & Requirements

  • Heels not required
  • Music: First in, best dressed
  • Costume: Any style (no pasties)
  • Props: Allowed, easy setup only; no liquids or foil-based glitter
  • Human props: Allowed
  • Timing: 2.5–4 minutes
  • X-Poles: 40mm brass; choose 1 or 2, static or spin

HEELS SEDUCTION

A celebration of sensual flow, fluid movement, and expressive storytelling through heels-based pole dance.
Think emotive, intimate, and beautifully controlled.

Judging Criteria

  • Movement quality
  • Fluid transitions
  • Expression & sensuality
  • Stage presence
  • Musicality & timing
  • Dance technique (toes, lines, control)
  • Audience connection
  • (Note: Tricks not marked; entry/exit & fluidity matter)

Rules & Requirements

  • Floorwork allowed but not compulsory
  • Must include one clothing removal
  • Music: First in, best dressed
  • Any costume style allowed (no pasties)
  • Props allowed, easy setup; no liquids or foil-based glitter
  • Human props allowed
  • Timing: 2.5–4 minutes
  • X-Poles: 40mm brass; choose 1 or 2, static or spin

DUO (2 PERFORMERS)

A division celebrating partnership, shared creativity, and duo connection.
Focus on how two performers move as one, support each other, and play with contrast, synchronicity, and shared storytelling.

Judging Criteria

  • Synchronicity & timing
  • Connection & chemistry
  • Shared choreography
  • Creative use of space
  • Balanced visibility
  • Formations & transitions
  • (Note: Tricks not marked; entry/exit & fluidity matter)

Rules & Requirements

  • Music: First in, best dressed
  • Any costume style (no pasties)
  • Props allowed (easy setup; no liquids or foil glitter)
  • Human props not allowed (except your duo partner)
  • Timing: 3–4.5 minutes
  • X-Poles: 40mm brass; choose 1 or 2, static or spin

⭐ GROUP (3+ PERFORMERS)

A high-energy division designed for groups of three or more.
Show off teamwork, formations, transitions, and unified performance quality.

Judging Criteria

  • Cohesive group movement
  • Synchronicity in spins, accents, poses
  • Creative formations & intentional staging
  • Balanced performer visibility
  • Choreography that showcases group strengths
  • (Note: Tricks not marked; entry/exit & fluidity matter)

Rules & Requirements

  • No more than 3 people on a single X-Pole at one time
  • Music: First in, best dressed
  • Any costume style (no pasties)
  • Props allowed (easy setup; no liquids or foil glitter)
  • Human props not allowed
  • Timing: 3–4.5 minutes

• • X-Poles: 40mm brass; choose 1 or 2, static or spin

TERMS & CONDITIONS

  • All entrants must submit their entry via the linked entry form.
  • No more than 1 x Solo and 1 x Group/Duo per person eg: cannot register for more than one solo division
  • Entry fee must be paid to complete entry
  • A separate media fee may apply for finalists at the discretion of organisers.
  • All identities are welcome to enter.
  • Participants do not need to be an Elements student.
  • No entries will be accepted after the entry dates listed on the website.
  • Song must submitted after acceptance in competition
  • If you have selected the same song as another competitor, the first one that submitted their entry will get to keep that song and the other competitor will be required to change songs.
  • Any queries about your entries should be directed to the competition organisers.
  • Successful applicants will be advised via email and also posted on the Elements Centre Stage page after the entry closing date.
  • A layout of the stage space and apparatus information will be provided to all competitors.
  • Pole performers will have the option of using 1 pole (spin or static) or 2 poles (static stage right, spin stage left). This must be nominated after acceptance.
  • Must be over 18 years old 
  • No derogatory or offensive language in music
  • Family Friendly event