2023 National Finals
Teacher’s Vouchers/VIP Badges
Concession vouchers can be redeemed at the concession stands located across from the Exploration
Hall. VIP badges allow you go to backstage, take/observe master classes, and sit in the reserved
teacher rows.
Master Classes/Registration
Master Classes begin Monday, June 26th through Friday, June 30th. They will be offered in the afternoon for both 12 & under and 13 & over. Master Class awards will follow, parents are welcome to join at this time. Only teachers can take/observe classes with their VIP badges.
All Access Package 3 Classes $60 (All Access Package cannot be purchased on site, online only)
A la carte $45/per class
Master Class registration opens Tuesday, June 13th at 8:00am, the site is below. Deadline to register is Thursday, June 22nd. Dancers can pick up their class numbers at our Retail booth beginning Monday, June 26th at 1:00pm. Individual classes can only be purchased on site from our Retail booth, they are $45.00 per class.
CRUDanceMasterClasses.eventbrite.com
Teacher’s Reception
Monday, June 26th – 8:00pm-10:00pm
(Public House – Terrace)
We cordially invite you and your teachers to join CRU Dance’s Director’s, Sean and Kate, for a private reception party. A great time to connect with others, relax, and kick off Nationals week! Cocktails and Hors D’oeuvres to be served.
Dancer Welcome Party
Monday, June 26th – 8:00pm-9:30pm
(Exploration Hall)
Dancers come join us to kick off our National Finals week with an evening of pizza, DJ, dance floor, and fun just for YOU! Dancers only. Dress to impress with dresses and dress shirts!
*NEW* CRU Dance Spirit Days
Have your dancers, parents, teachers get involved and show us your spirit. Dress according to the theme each day below. All submissions must be posted on the main studio’s Instagram account. Tag @CRUDance and use hashtag #CRUDanceSpirit. All submissions must be posted by 6:00pm that day.
The winner will be based upon creativity and will receive a $500 studio scholarship.
Tuesday, June 27th (Beach Day)
1. Record a 30 second dance routine with your studio to “Walking on Sunshine.”
2. Take a picture of your studio in their beach attire, bonus points for creativity!
Wednesday, June 28th (90’s Day)
1. Have a 90’s workout as apart of your warm up, video what you did.
2. Record two 8-counts to “Ice Ice Baby” with a CRU Dance Staff Member.
Thursday, June 29th (Studio Spirit Day)
1. Do a fashion show of your studio spirit gear and post a reel.
2. Have your parents/teachers strike a pose in their gear with a CRU Dance Staff Member.
Mid-week Teacher Mimosa’s
Wednesday, June 28th – 10:00am-1:00pm
(Bar in the Exploration Hall)
We made it to the middle of the week so let’s celebrate with your favorite brunch themed cocktail! This voucher may be used to redeem your complimentary Mimosa. Simply visit the bar inside of the Exploration Hall between 10:00am-1:00pm to redeem, CHEERS!
National Company Dancer Recognition
12 & Under Company Dancers 12:00pm-1:00pm
13 & Over Company Dancers 1:30pm-2:30pm
(Main Stage)
Any dancer that was selected at our regional events to be on one of our 7 National Companies is invited to attend. A complimentary pretzel party will be offered, and dancers will have their photo taken with our National Company backdrop. Dancers can come at any time during the time frame.
Entertainment Showdown & Choreography Review
Friday, June 30th – 4:00pm-5:00pm
All routines are eligible to be nominated for our Entertainment Showdown and Choreography Review at our National Finals. When a piece is nominated, it will be announced at that routine’s award ceremony and will reperform on Friday, June 30th.
Senior Recognition
Will take place on Friday, June 30th at 8:30pm, before the final award ceremony. We welcome all graduating seniors on stage to say a few words and be recognized for their achievements.
Ultimate Showcase
The top 2 in each category (solo, duet/trio, small group, large group, line, production) per level (novice, intermediate, elite), per 12 & under and 13 & over age division makes it into the Ultimate Showcase. These routines will reperform on Friday, June 30th against all other routines in their level, regardless of age. We will announce the top 10 highest scoring routines in each level, 1st Place winners take home a cash prize.
We will announce those routines that have made it into the Ultimate Showcase at the awards when that age division/level has been completed. These results will also be posted at our Retail booth. The final Ultimate Showcase performance line up will be emailed and posted on Friday afternoon at 3:00pm.
12 & Under Novice (includes: mini, petite, junior):
Top 2: Solo Announced Friday 11:15am Awards
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Tuesday 12:00pm Awards
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards
Top 2: Large Groups Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards
Top 2: Lines Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards
Top 2: Productions Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards
12 & Under Intermediate (includes: mini, petite, junior):
Top 2: Solo Announced Friday 11:15am Awards
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Thursday 11:45am Awards
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards
Top 2: Large Groups Announced Thursday 11:45am Awards
Top 2: Lines Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards
Top 2: Productions
12 & Under Elite (includes: mini, petite, junior):
Top 2: Solo Announced Friday 11:15am Awards
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Thursday 11:45am Awards
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards
Top 2: Large Groups Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards
Top 2: Lines Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards
Top 2: Productions Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards
13 & Over Novice (includes: teen/senior):
Top 2: Solo Announced Wednesday 10:25pm Awards
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Thursday 10:45pm Awards
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Tuesday 10:40pm Awards
Top 2: Lines Top 2: Productions
Top 2: Solo Announced Thursday 6:45pm Awards
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Thursday 10:45pm Awards
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Thursday 11:45am Awards
Top 2: Large Groups Announced Wednesday 7:00pm Awards
Top 2: Lines Announced Wednesday 7:00pm Awards
Top 2: Productions Announced Thursday 11:45am Awards
13 & Over Elite (includes: teen/senior):
Top 2: Solo Announced Wednesday 10:25pm Awards
Top 2: Duet/Trio Announced Thursday 10:45pm Awards
Top 2: Small Groups Announced Thursday 10:45pm Awards
Top 2: Large Groups Announced Thursday 11:45am Awards
Top 2: Lines Announced Wednesday 7:00pm Awards
Top 2: Productions Announced Thursday 11:45am Awards
Photo/Video
Absolutely no photography or videography allowed. Violators of this rule will be asked to leave the premises. This is for the safety of your dancers and choreography. Photos and videos can be viewed on the DanceBug App and purchased at www.dancebug.com .
Live Stream
Have family and friends that cannot attend in person, no worries! CRU Dance 2023 National Finals will be livestreamed directly on our website and on the DanceBug app.
www.crudance.com/live-stream
Important: Please be mindful that optimum streaming will rely solely on the strength of the WIFI signal at the host venue. Several factors including WIFI, weather conditions, and/or technical difficulties may affect viewing quality and/or interruptions in service. These are factors that are beyond CRU Dance and DanceBug’s control and as such we appreciate everyone’s patience should service be affected.
Master Classes
Absolutely FREE complimentary master classes for all National Company Dancers.
Non-Company dancers can purchase a la carte or purchase our total access package. To purchase, please go to our retail table.
A La Carte
$30/per master class
$50/LA Studio’s Premier master class
Total Value = $230
OR
Total Access Package
$150 for ALL 6 master classes & LA Studio’s premier master class
Total Access Package Savings = $80!
Scholarships & prizes will be awarded in each master class.
LA Studio’s Premier Master Class / Opening Number
There will be a 12 & Under master class and a 13 & Over master class. Any dancer that participates in the master class will automatically be in the opening number, will perform before the National Companies Showcase on Saturday & Sunday.
Dancers participating in this premier master class should bring black leggings, black top, and black jazz shoes to perform.
Master Class Schedule
Tuesday, June 25th
3:00pm-4:00pm
12 & Under – Hip Hop, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Hip Hop, Cafeteria
4:00pm-5:00pm
12 & Under – Musical Theater, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Musical Theater, Cafeteria
Wednesday, June 26th
12:30pm-1:30pm
12 & Under – Jazz, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Jazz, Cafeteria
5:30pm-6:30pm
12 & Under – Lyrical, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Lyrical, Cafeteria
Thursday, June 27th
12:30pm-1:30pm
12 & Under – Jazz Funk, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Tap, Cafeteria
6:30pm-7:30pm
12 & Under – Contemporary, Dance Studio
13 & Over – Contemporary, Cafeteria
Friday, June 28th
8:00am-9:00am
12 & Under – LA Studio’s, Cafeteria
9:00am-10:00am
13 & Over – LA Studio’s, Cafeteria
10:30am-12:00pm
Opening Number Rehearsal, Cafeteria
Live Stream
Don’t miss out on the 2019 CRU Dance National Finals action! Keep up with CRU Dance 2019 Nationals by accessing the 24/7 livestream here on our website.
Be sure to let your friends and family from afar know!
Important – Please be mindful that optimum streaming will rely solely on the strength of the WIFI signal at the host venue. Several factors including WIFI strength, weather conditions, and/or technical difficulties may affect viewing quality and/or interruptions in service. These are factors that are beyond CRU Dance and DanceBug’s control and as such we appreciate everyone’s patience should service be affected.