"Taoli World Dance Competition" — where your dream takes center stage.
Preliminary rounds, finals, and the International Dance Festival — your complete guide to the season.
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Every season follows the same path from preliminary rounds to the International Dance Festival in China. Here's how competitors advance through the competition.
If you were unable to enter the winter, spring, or summer preliminary rounds, PACDA offers a Qualifier Round — a single additional opportunity to earn a place at the West Coast Finals and/or the International Dance Festival. Registration for the qualifier is open until the published deadline.
Be the first to know when 2025-2026 competition dates and registration go live.
Traditional forms rooted in Chinese theatrical and court dance traditions.
Regional and ethnic dance styles from across China's diverse cultural heritage.
Classical Western ballet technique for solo, duet, and group performances.
Modern and contemporary dance forms exploring expressive movement and choreography.
Ensemble pieces of three or more performers across any accepted dance style.
Two-person routines across any accepted style, judged on synchronization and expression.
Dance forms that embody the character and spirit of Chinese regional cultures.
Newly created works that showcase innovative artistic vision and technique.
Contact the PACDA team directly — we're happy to help.