The Concours International de Danse Entrelacé is open to the disciplines of classical dance, modern jazz, and contemporary dance, as well as character dance in the duo and group categories. It aims to promote, share, and celebrate the art of dance while creating connections and "interlacing" students, dancers, teachers, and dance professionals in France and abroad.
This competition offers dancers from various disciplines a space to express themselves through their art and passion, while acquiring a solid foundation, in-depth knowledge, and stage experience that is essential for their development as artists.
The Concours International de Danse Entrelacé is open to all dancers aged 8 to 25 years, in solos and groups, regardless of their institution (Conservatory, Municipal Dance School, Private School, Association, in professional training, etc.), and regardless of their nationality. The accepted disciplines are Classical, Contemporary, Modern Jazz, and Character dance.
A candidate can perform a maximum of four times (solo, duo, and group).
The pre-professional categories are dedicated to candidates enrolled in special school schedules such as "Danse-Études/CHAD" or those with intense artistic activity, with more than three classes per week.
Candidates must present two variations, allowing their ability to adapt to different aesthetics to be assessed. The aim is to highlight performers who can navigate between multiple styles or registers.
The fee for this category is €80.
Candidates in professional training or preparing for the EAT exam must register under this designation.
Candidates who won a gold medal in the leisure section the previous year and wish to participate in the 2026 edition of the Concours Entrelacé must register in the Pre-Professional Section.
For groups, two categories are available:
Variations imposed by the Ministry of Culture or other competitions are not allowed.
The decision of the jury is final. Scores are calculated by computer at the jury's table. The jury will deliberate in private.
Scoring will take into account technical level, artistic expression, musicality, originality, as well as the relevance of the choreographic idea in relation to the age of the dancer(s) and the use and integration of fundamental techniques specific to each dance discipline.
The jury may reclassify candidates into the "Pre-Professional" category if it deems their practice level corresponds to this category.
| Award | Score Range |
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| Gold Medal with Jury’s Congratulations | 18 to 20 |
| Gold Medal by Unanimous Decision | 17 to 17.99 |
| Gold Medal | 16 to 16.99 |
| Silver Medal | 15 to 15.99 |
| Bronze Medal | 14 to 14.99 |
| 1st Mention | 13 to 13.99 |
| 2nd Mention | 12 to 12.99 |
| 3rd Mention | 11 to 11.99 |
| Encouragements | 10 to 10.99 |
| Certificate of Participation | Below 10 |
The competition offers more than €30,000 in scholarships, in France and abroad, as well as gift vouchers and exclusive photos to reward the most promising talents.
The Grand PRIZE 2026 will be awarded by the jury to a solo candidate, across all categories and disciplines, who has left a significant mark on the entire competition.
To ensure everyone's comfort during the competition, you are allowed to film your own child, but taking photos is prohibited. Photography throughout the event will be handled by Sud Reportage.
By accepting these rules upon registration, you acknowledge that you grant the organizer "Concours Entrelacé" the right to use the image of your minor child or that of the adult participant in this competition.
The age taken into account is that on the day of the Competition.
Candidates must be placed in the category corresponding to their age in both individual and group entries. All categories and disciplines are open to both female and male candidates.
For groups, a tolerance of 3 candidates outside the age range is allowed, provided that the group's average age falls within the category’s range.
It is recommended that the choreographic creation is unique and adapted to each candidate and each discipline; otherwise, each piece may be presented by a maximum of 3 different students.
The order of candidates will be determined from the youngest to the oldest in each category.
| CLASSICAL DANCE ~ INDIVIDUAL | |
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| LOISIR | PRÉ- PROFESSIONNELLE |
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Préparatoire: 8-9 years old One free variation, max 1 min 30, on demi-pointe |
Préparatoire: 8-9 years old One free variation, max 1 min 30, on demi-pointe |
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Élémentaire 1: 10-11 years old One free variation, max 1 min 45, on demi-pointe |
Élémentaire 1: 10-11 years old One free variation, max 1 min 45, on demi-pointe |
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Élémentaire 2: 12-13 years old One free variation, max 1 min 45, on demi-pointe |
Élémentaire 2: 12-13 years old One free variation, max 1 min 45, on pointe |
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Élémentaire 2 – Répertoire: 12-13 years old One repertoire variation on pointe |
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Moyen: 14-15 years old One free variation, max 1 min 45, on demi-pointe |
Moyen: 14-15 years old One free variation, max 2 min, on pointe |
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Moyen – Répertoire: 14-15 years old One repertoire variation on pointe |
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Avancée: from 16 years old One free variation, max 1 min 45, on demi-pointe |
Avancée: from 16 years old One free variation, max 2 min, on pointe |
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Supérieur: from 16 years old One free variation, max 1 min 45, on pointe (girls) |
Supérieur: from 16 years old One repertoire variation on pointe |
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Interprète: from 15 years old 1 classical repertoire variation on pointe + 1 free variation (contemporary, neo-classical, modern, etc.) |
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| INDIVIDUAL CONTEMPORARY ~ MODERN’JAZZ | |
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| AMATEUR | PRE-PROFESSIONAL |
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Préparatoire: 8-9 years old A free variation of up to 1 min 30 sec |
Préparatoire: 8-9 years old A free variation of up to 1 min 30 sec |
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Élémentaire 1: 10-11 years old A free variation of up to 1 min 45 sec |
Élémentaire 1: 10-11 years old A free variation of up to 1 min 45 sec |
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Élémentaire 2: 12-13 years old A free variation of up to 1 min 45 sec |
Élémentaire 2: 12-13 years old A free variation of up to 1 min 45 sec |
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Moyen: 14-15 years old A free variation of up to 1 min 45 sec |
Moyen: 14-15 years old A free variation of up to 1 min 45 sec |
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Avancée: 16-17 years old A free variation of up to 2 min |
Supérieur: 16 years and older A free variation of up to 2 min |
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Supérieur: 18 years and older A free variation of up to 2 min |
Interprète : from 15 years old 1 free contemporary or jazz variation + 1 free variation (contemporary, neo-classical, modern, etc.) |
| DUOS, TRIOS, AND GROUPS CLASSICAL ~ CONTEMPORARY ~ MODERN JAZZ ~ CHARACTER |
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| Préparatoire: 8-11 years old Free choreography of up to 2 min 30 sec |
| Elémentaire: 11-14 years old Free choreography of up to 3 min |
| Moyen: 14-17 years old Free choreography of up to 3 min 30 sec |
| Supérieur: 16 years and older Free choreography of up to 3 min 30 sec |
| Pré-Pro: EAT Preparation, professional training cycle from 17 years old free choreography, maximum 4 min 30 |
Stage costumes are allowed and encouraged in all disciplines, provided that they allow good visibility of the body. Otherwise, the candidate may be penalized.
Pour les variations du répertoire : the specific costume of the repertoire must be adopted..
The time taken to set up the accessories will be counted within the duration of the choreography. The setup and removal must be done by the candidates themselves. Bulky, toxic, or non-compliant accessories that do not meet basic rules and safety standards are prohibited (smoke machines and dry ice are not allowed), as well as any products that could hinder the performance of subsequent candidates (such as talc, glitter products, etc.).
The schedule will be communicated through an individual invitation by email (except for groups, where only the group leader will receive the invitation).
The competition will take place over two days, with each day concluding with an award ceremony.
For dancers in the pre-professional section, private interviews with a jury member will be possible after the award ceremony. These interviews will allow teachers and students to discuss the choreography, evaluations, and receive suggestions for further work (advance registration required).
Only the teacher will be allowed in the dressing rooms, while the backstage area will be accessible only to the dancers.
The Entrelacé International Dance Competition organizes master classes with the members of the jury in order to offer young dancers an enriching experience, additional and different from that provided by participating in the competition. The master classes are open to all dancers, whether or not they are candidates of the Entrelacé International Dance Competition 2026, depending on their age and level.
The master classes are optional and do not affect the jury’s scoring. They are not included in the registration fees and require a separate registration; a fee of €25 will be charged for each class.
The master classes will take place on stage and will not interfere with the candidates’ performances.
The schedule of the master classes will be communicated at the same time as the general competition schedule.
The competition is open to the public – tickets can be purchased on-site.
Ticket Prices:
| Daily Pass | Weekend Pass |
Adults: 18€ Children under 10: 10 € Children under 5: Free |
Adults : 30 € Children under 10: 18 € Children under 5 : gratuit |
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The competition will take place at Espace Albert Camus,1 rue Maryse Bastié 69500 Bron.
Candidates will be admitted to the auditorium free of charge, based on seat availability, with their pass, which will be sent with the invitation.
Teachers will also have free access to the auditorium, with their pass sent with the invitation. Only teachers listed on the registration forms will receive a pass.
Public access to the auditorium during performances will be indicated in the program.
Specific entry and exit time slots will be defined and must be respected to ensure the smooth running of the competition and the comfort of candidates and the jury.
ACCESS TO THE STAGE WILL NOT BE ALLOWED DURING THE PERFORMANCE OF A CATEGORY.
The organizing association cannot be held responsible for any bodily or material damage caused to any person or suffered by them, including candidates and accompanying persons, both during the events and while traveling to and from the competition.
Registrations will be recorded in the order in which the completed applications are received, based on the availability of spots.
Registration deadline: MARCH 20, 2026
Registrations will close once the maximum quota of candidates is reached.
All documents must be submitted to validate the registration. Any incomplete or insufficiently stamped application will not be considered.
A payment to ENTRELACÉ must be sent within 10 days of submitting the digital application.
A single check per school/association made payable to ENTRELACÉ or online payment within a maximum of 10 days after confirmation of receipt of the registration file.
A single check per school/association made payable to ENTRELACÉ or online payment within a maximum of 10 days after confirmation of receipt of the registration file.
A single check per school/association made payable to ENTRELACÉ or online payment within a maximum of 10 days after confirmation of receipt of the registration file.
Music files in mp3 format must be sent by email to concours.entrelace@gmail.com with the following naming convention:
The files must be correctly renamed, and only mp3 files will be accepted. A backup USB stick containing the music files in mp3 format should be in the teacher's possession.
The indicated durations must be respected; the duration of the recordings will be systematically checked. Any exceeding of the allowed time will result in disqualification. No contestation will be accepted. A 10-second tolerance will be granted to facilitate cutting the musical phrase and ensuring coherence.
Non-compliance with these rules will result in the immediate disqualification of candidates.
Registration fees will not be refunded under any circumstances, except in the event of cancellation of the competition or inability to participate with a medical certificate.
CONCOURS ENTRELACÉ 429 Cours Emile Zola 69100 VILLEURBANNE
An acknowledgment of receipt will be sent to you within the week following your submission; if not, please contact us.
