Comp Venue
Armagh
11th – 14th February 2027
Armagh 2027
Registration is now open
Venue
The Marketplace Theatre
Address
Market Street, Armagh
Dates
11th – 14th February 2027
Format
4-day*
* Format subject to change based on demand for routines.
About the Event
Four days.
One stage.
Every performer.
Hosted at The Marketplace Theatre in the heart of Armagh city, Relevé is a four-day dance and performing arts competition built around the performers — not just the winners.
Every dancer competes in the main auditorium. Every act receives professional audio critique. Every family leaves with memories worth keeping.
What's Included
Competition
Solo, duet, trio and group categories across all styles. Judged by industry professionals on ability, talent, individuality and technique.
Critique
Every performer receives real-time audio feedback from the judging panel — included in the entry fee, no exceptions.
Celebration
Four days in a professional theatre environment. Your name on the LED screen, a dedicated quick-change area, workshops, merch and prizes.
The Venue
The Marketplace Theatre
A flagship cultural venue in the heart of Armagh city. Purpose-built for live performance, The Marketplace Theatre brings a professional theatrical environment to every competitor who steps on stage.
Market Street, Armagh
Categories
Performance
Styles
Each style is judged independently by age group. Where a style is underrepresented, an Open section may be introduced.
* Acro must blend dance technique with acrobatic elements. Standalone gymnastics stunts are not permitted. See full guidelines.
Age Groups
Age Categories
A performer's age as of 11th February 2027 determines their category. DanceCompGenie allocates this automatically by date of birth.
Groups compete in the age category of the oldest dancer. Dancers may enter age categories above their own for duos, trios and groups, but not below.
Pricing
Entry Fees
Audio feedback included in every entry. All fees are non-refundable and payable when entries close.
Solo
Individual performance. All styles and age groups.
Max 7 entries per category / age per studio. 2:00 min max.
Duo
Two performers. Judged together as one entry.
Max 7 pairs per category / age per studio. 2:30 min max.
Trio
Three performers on stage.
Max 7 trios per category / age per studio. 2:30 min max.
Small Group
4–9 performers. All styles welcome.
Max 3 groups per category / age per studio. 3:30 min max.
Large Group
10–30 performers. Awarded separately from small groups.
Min 50% dancer difference between groups in the same category. 3:30 min max.
Song & Dance supplement
per person — available in Solo, Duo & Trio
Extra time
per additional 30 seconds
Execute! entry
per dancer, paid on the day
Entry changes
per change made after closing
Quick Reference
Time Limits
Time limits include any starting and finishing flourishes. Strictly enforced to keep the schedule on track. Music must be uploaded via the website 6 weeks before competition — no exceptions.
Special Feature
Execute!
All performers are invited to take part in Execute! — a chance to show what you have completely on the spot. No preparation time. Just a song and pure talent.
Execute! takes place on the main stage every day of competition. The winner of each day receives a prize as the Execute! Champion.
Per dancer
Paid on the day of competition
Execute! Champion prize
Awarded each day on the main stage
Getting Started
How to Enter
Create Your Profile
Register on DanceCompGenie and set up your school or performer profile. Spell names correctly — no special characters or full stops.
Add Your Entries
Select your categories, styles and age groups. DanceCompGenie automatically allocates age categories by date of birth.
Await Confirmation
All entries are subject to acceptance. Do not pay until you receive confirmation from the production team.
Complete Payment
Fees are due when entries close. All fees are non-refundable. Payment by bank transfer only.
Important Rules
- —A dancer cannot compete against themselves in the same category.
- —If a section exceeds 20 entries it will split — each split is awarded 1st, 2nd & 3rd.
- —Novice section (6–11 & Under): for performers competing solo for 12 months or less only.
- —No cash refunds under any circumstances. All fees are non-refundable.
- —Music must be uploaded 6 weeks before competition. No late submissions accepted.
- —No parents backstage. Each studio must provide 2–3 designated chaperones.
- —No explicit music, glitter, aerosols, smoke bombs or confetti props.
- —Judging scores and all competition decisions are final.
Registration Now Open for 2027
Be part of Relevé Armagh.
Places at Relevé Armagh 2027 are open now. Register today to secure your spot.