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Theatre Dance Council International TDCI                                   Registered Charity No 289965 A non profit organisation committed to the development and promotion of Theatre Dance Disciplines for the benefit of Dance Teachers and their Students. The inaugural meeting was held at the Arts Theatre Club, London on 28th April 1958 and chaired by Mr Arthur H. Franks, Editor of the Dancing Times. © TDCI
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General Secretary of The Theatre Dance Council International TDCI Chris Booth E-mail: generalsecretary@tdci.org.uk
TDCI President HELEN FORD ( BATD )
The Road Map to a successful Career in Theatre Dance Where Champions are made, Ambitions are Realised and Dreams fulfilled.  TDCI is an umbrella organisation specialising in the administration of all the theatre dance disciplines (The FA of Theatre Dance). For decades the member organisations have been responsible for the success and high level of dance education and training, as we know it today.  The ongoing work of the TDCI council and the member organisations includes: •	Constant review of of technique and evolving dance trends  •	Recognition of dance schools and academies. •	Providing recognised teaching qualifications in dance by examination. •	Appointement of qualified adjudicators. •	Formulation of rules for championships and festivals. •	Granting of approved TDCI National and Regional championship titles. •	When funds permit to award scholarships.  The experience gained from the study of dance is invaluable. It develops confidence, commitment and self esteem. There is no better preparation a young person can obtain to prepare for the Theatre of life, that audition, and the all important job interview. TDCI The Pathway to Self Fulfillment
2024 Competitors Registration Cards can  be applied for from 1st December 2023 fees set at £10 for 2024 No cards are sent out without a stamped addressed envelope. Please DO NOT send by registered post as we only collect from the post office once every 2 weeks as we are not always at home when the post arrives'. (NO CARDS WILL BE SENT OUT UNLESS A ‘STAMPED ADDRESSED SMALL JIFFY BAG’ IS ENCLOSED! APPLY EARLY TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT! Only teachers can apply for cards. We no longer accept applications from parents/guardians. We accept bank transfer from teachers for £50 or over. Please email the General Secretary for bank transfer details. Check you enclose form, photos, payment, and SAE. Organisers of Regional Championships -  Please request your 2024 titles, which will be £50.00 per championship, in September to gain maximum publicity for your Event. NOTE; ALL ORGANISERS MUST APPLY AND SEND FEES FOR CHAMPIONSHIPS AT LEAST 6 MONTHS PRIOR TO THE CHAMPIONSHIP TAKING PLACE, OTHERWISE THE TITLES CAN BE OFFERED TO ANOTHER ORGANISER REQUESTING TITLES. PLEASE SEND IN APPLICATIONS ASAP TO AVOID ANY DISAPPOINTMENT
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With regard to registrations for competitors who wish to compete in Championship Events. These must be applied for at least 6 weeks before the Championship, and if your registration card is not received 3 weeks prior to the event then you must contact the General Secretary to enquire if the application has been lost in the post or the card has been lost  in returning to the competitor.This will then give sufficient time to get a replacement to you. Organisers of Championships are not allowed to let competitors dance in any TDCI Championship unless they produce their registration card for the current year. All cards are valid for one year ( 1st January until 31st December ) Please apply for your registration card ASAP to avoid any disappointment at the Event! Please do not send your application by recorded or special delivery. There maybe no one available to sign for it and it can take longer. First class post is best.
The mission of the Theatre Dance Council International is to provide the best possible opportunity for Teachers of Dance and their Students to demonstrate their talents and to present them to fullest advantage to encourage endeavour in the theatre dance disciplines and reward merit.
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Please click here to download this form. Complete form and send with fee of £25 to the  TDCI General Secretary. Your details can then be  included on the TDCI Website relevant page. High Priority TDCI Competitors Registration Scheme came into operation 1st January 2012 Click Here for Details
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TDCI President HELEN FORD ( BATD ) TDCI Vice President Lilian Aubrey ( NCDTA ) Elected at the AGM on 23rd January 2023 Congratulations to both CLICK HERE FOR GDPR Privacy Policy for TDCI
TDCI COMPETITOR REGISTRATIONS PLEASE DO NOT SEND CASH IN THE POST. CHEQUES OR POSTAL ORDER PLEASE PAYABLE TO THE "TDCI". £1 COINS ARE BEING LOST IN THE POST, TEARING ENVELOPES, WHICH THEN MEANS THE £5 NOTE CAN FALL OUT TOO. THE TDCI WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CASH LOST IN THE POST. ALSO APPLICATIONS WITH MISSING FEES, PHOTOS, SAE, ETC. ARE HELD IN THE OUTSTANDING FILE UNTIL CHASED BY THE APPLICANT. HENCE WHY AT LEAST 6 WEEKS IS RECOMMENDED FOR APPLICATIONS, SO IF THE CARD IS NOT RECEIVED WITHIN 3 WEEKS, THE APPLICANT HAS TIME TO CHASE IT.
  TDCI “TDCI World Performer” Heats announced now on the World Performer page Grand Final Prizes Winner - £1000 Runner – Up £500 Third - £250
IMPORTANT - TDCI COMPETITOR REGISTRATION CARDS Before posting mark on back of envelope the date needed for first Champ. This will help greatly in processing the card.
Heats announced now on the World Performer page Three places in each heat will be selected to compete in the Grand Finals at Opera House Winter Gardens Blackpool on SUNDAY 3rd NOVEMBER 2024 The top three competitors in each heat must not be placed as all three are equal finalists. Finalists may not compete in a subsequent heat, once selected for the Final. One age group ; 13 years to 18 years inclusive Contemporary, Modern Jazz, Acro, Lyrical, Song & Dance Tap and Ballet allowed  Max time limit; 3 minutes. No TDCI Registration Card required as Championship rules do not apply. OPEN TO THE WORLD Contact individual organizer to enter. See World Performer Page for Heats. Link to World Performer Page No heat may be closed till at least 25 competitors entered, however there is no limit on entry if time is allowed by the organizer.  Heats are also being arranged NOW outside the UK for this FANTASTIC TDCI EVENT!!
TDCI winner of the “Classique de Danse” Promotors Award 2019!
2022 & 2023 Carl Alan Awards Results
Vice President Lilian Aubrey ( NCDTA )
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