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DEAR AERIAL ARTS DIRECTORS:
Please join us for the
2nd Annual West Coast Aerial Arts Festival
(WCAAF), scheduled -
Nov. 14 - 16, 2014
in sunny Orange County, California. The WCAAF is a one-of-a-kind event that brings together aerial arts students, schools and other teaching and performing institutions in one space. It is the premier venue for amateur competition in the world, featuring an international field of aerial artists and performers, along with instructional workshops from highly regarded guest artists. The event concludes the evening of Nov. 16, with performances at the historical
by the winners of each division and group ensemble pieces by competitors and guest artists alike. Click for WCAAF FAQ.
AWARD COMPETITION
The competitive portion of this event includes various divisions based on age and aerial apparatus catering primarily to amateur candidates, however professionals may participate in divisions marked "OPEN". Winners in each category shall receive engraved trophies and consolation prizes; 1st Place act in Overall Performance will also receive special recognition in the form of a central role in a staged production of a tier 1 festival sponsor and future bookings.
JUDGING
A carefully selected panel of judges from the professional aerial and performing arts fields will preside over the competition. Their resumes will be posted on the website as announced. Judges will be provided scoring guidelines based on: 1. Technique (execution, form & transition); 2. Rhythm/ Musicality; 3. Choreography; and 4. Showmanship. Click here to see last year's previous judges.
WORKSHOPS
The festival will also hold workshops by guest artists highly regarded in their respective fields. These workshops will be held on November 14 - 16. Each paid festival registration includes admission to 1 workshop of your choice. A program schedule with details will be posted via website and Facebook as announced.
Participate as a Workshop Leader or Guest Artists:
The festival has an opening for a spot as a workshop instructor or as a guest artists. If you are interested, please contact us.
VENDOR GALLERY
The festival will feature an exciting vendor gallery showcasing businesses related to and/or supporting the aerial arts community. Please email us if you are interested in a vendor booth or shared table, or visit our website for additional information at www.aerialartsamerica.org
PARTICIPATION AND REGISTRATION
Your event registration fee of $150.00 includes:
- Competition Entry for 1 Category
- Commemorative T-shirt
- Single Admission to 1 Workshop
- Single All-Access Pass to competition rounds @ ADT
- Single All-Access Pass to Showcase/ Culminating Night @ Yost Theater
+ $50.00 per additional Competition Category
+ $25 per additional Workshop
+ Chaperone Rate (1 per participant): $5.00 Ticket (30% - 40% Off) for One-Day Competition Round and a $12.00 ticket for Showcase
Group Specials: Five (5) or more participants - A choice of:
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Enter the 5th participant free of all registration fee ($150 value); or
- All-Access pass for two persons on all Competition Rounds and Culminating Showcase plus one (1) Business Size Card Ad in the Program and 1 Souvenir Program (valued over $100).
Deadline for submitting
application packets and registration fee is October 31, 2014.
Please remember to include your bio and headshot photo (for more info see Application Submission Instructions document).
The West Coast Aerial Arts Festival (WCAAF) is a tremendous undertaking that is driven by committee directors and volunteers' passion and support. It is funded mainly by Aerial Arts America, its sponsors and in-kind donors. We depend heavily on your endorsement and active participation - as promoters, school team competitors, and/or as donors, sponsors and program advertisers. We would be happy to discuss these types of role supports.Let's join hands in welcoming everyone collectively to celebrate our passion for aerial arts. We hope to see you here with us!
Warmly,
Ruby Karen
Founder and Organizer
Aerial Arts America
West Coast Aerial Arts Festival
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