REGISTRATION

Performance: Soloists are allowed up to eight minutes, and troupes up to 10 minutes. In order to allow the maximum number of dancers to get a chance to perform, please appear on the stage only once - either as a soloist OR with a group, but not both. Thank you for sharing the time!

Music: Performance music is accepted on either CD or cassette tape, but please make sure that your performance music is the ONLY music on it. It is also highly recommended that you bring a backup copy with you... just in case.

Time: When registering, you may request a specific time to perform, or just which part of the day you prefer. We will do our best to get you as close to the time requested as possible. You will receive a call or email message at least one week prior to the event to confirm your exact spot. Be sure we have a phone number or email address to contact you.

Preparation: The performance stage at the Swap Meet is raised (approx. three feet high), and the dimensions are approximately 8 feet by 10 feet. The entire stage is covered with indoor/outdoor carpeting. There is no backstage area as such; once your are ready, you will be waiting next to the stage, often in view of at least some of the audience memebers. You will will need to go up a couple of steps to begin your performance. Please choose a choreography or routine that is suitable for this environment. For dance companies: There is no official limit on the number of dancers that can participate. Some groups have even divided into sections to comfortably fit on the stage. We do recommend that you limit the number of dancers on stage at any one time for safety's sake!

How to Register: You can register to perform by calling (818) 893-9019, or by using the on-line Registration Form.

(*) When you click on this link, you'll be prompted to open or save the file swapmeet_form.doc. Save it in your computer so you can fill out the form, rename the file (according to the instructions) and send it to Anaheed.

DAY OF EVENT

1. Please arrive in time to be ready 15 minutes before your designated start time. We ocassionally have "no-shows," so we need to move on if the next performer is ready.

2. Upon arrival, check in at the entrance desk, then take your music to the stage and check in with MC / DJ before your performance.

3. If you would like the MC to announce information about you other than your name, please write a short statement and give it to the MC when you check in. If your text is not typed, then clear printing is appreciated!

4. If you are on the waiting list to perform, keep listening for announcements and check with the MC frequently. You never know when a spot will open up and your chance will come!

5. The designated dressing area is in the large rest rooms, and also another small side room when available to us. Thank you for being considerate in close quarters!

6) Have fun! The Swap Meet always has a very supportive audience!

Friendly reminders... don't forget to warm up your muscles and do your stretches before going on stage. Also remember to check all of the fasteners on your costume, and have lots of safety pins in place as backup!

Thank you for participating in our event!