Information for Participants
IMPORTANT! Before registering to participate at our Festival please carefully read the information below.
If you have any questions regarding participation at the Festival, please firstly read through the FAQ and Terms and Conditions. If you do not find the answer to your question there, you are welcome to contact us on Facebook or Instagram or by e-mail: vilnius.tribal@gmail.com
We will do our best to reply to you in 3 working days.
Terms and Conditions
By participating in the Festival, all the participants agree to comply with the Terms and Conditions outlined below. Failure to follow these rules may result in the participant’s exclusion from the Festival without refunding of any paid fees.
Code of Conduct
The Festival encourages creativity, inclusiveness and mutual support. Participants are expected to treat the organizers, teachers and other participants of the Festival with respect at all times. Any form of discrimination, harassment, offensive or aggressive behavior will not be tolerated.
Safety and Liability
Each participant takes part in the Festival at their own risk and is solely responsible for their personal health, safety, and medical insurance coverage. The organizer bears no liability for any personal injuries, accidents, health issues, or loss or damage to personal belongings occurring during the Festival.
Venues and Third Parties
Participants must respect Festival venues and refrain from causing any damage, littering, or disturbance. Participants are not allowed to directly approach or make individual requests to third parties employed by the Festival (including venue staff, sound and lighting technicians, photographers or videographers) without the organizer’s permission.
Media and Promotion
By attending the Festival, participants grant the organizer the right to use any photographs and video recordings taken during the event for promotional, marketing, and documentation purposes without any additional permission or financial compensation.
Organizer’s Rights
The organizer reserves the right to modify the Festival schedule, replace the teachers or make other necessary adjustments in the event of unforeseen circumstances (such as illness, accidents, or force majeure). In the event of Festival cancellation by the organizer, the fees paid by the participants will be refunded.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
WORKSHOPS
What dance level do I have to be at to attend the workshops?
Unless specified otherwise, the workshops are open level, i.e., it is enough to know the basics of the style to benefit from them.
In which language are the workshops taught?
Our Festival is international, so all the workshops are taught in English.
What if I paid for workshops and cannot attend?
Please note that payment for workshops is non-refundable. You can donate or sell your workshops (for the same or lower price) to other people with a notice to the organizer no later than 7 days before the Festival. The organizer is not responsible for finding replacement participants.
Is it possible to take the workshops online?
Currently it is only possible to take the workshops in person in Vilnius.
PERFORMANCE PROJECTS
What is a performance project and how does it work?
It is a unique experience and process when you not just attend a dance workshop but also create a special performance with a group for the Show guided by a teacher of the Festival. This is an outstanding possibility not just to study but also to bring your art to the audience while making new dance friends from different dance companies, cities and countries.
Every performance project is unique and different teachers have different visions for them so before applying please read all the information provided in the application form.
What if I paid for a performance project and cannot participate?
Please note that payment for a performance project is non-refundable. You can donate or sell your place (for the same or lower price) to other people with a notice to the organizer no later than 1 month before the Festival. The organizer is not responsible for finding replacement participants.
PERFORMING AT THE FESTIVAL
How can I perform at the Show?
Any Festival participant that has purchased at least 1 workshop or performance project can apply to perform at the Show, but the number of performances is limited due to the time limits of the event. Our goal is to create a spectacular and unique international event so in selecting the performances we give priority to:
1. group performances and collaborations;
2. performers who implement the theme of the Show in a creative and unique way – by using unusual and visually striking props / costumes and accessories / choreographic choices, etc.;
3. professional and advanced soloists and duets.
How can I perform at the Open Stage party?
Any Festival participant of any dance level that has purchased at least 1 workshop or performance project can apply to perform at the Open Stage party, but the number of performances is limited due to the time limits of the event.
Is it possible to perform multiple times?
If you want to perform multiple times, please fill in a separate performance application form for each performance. Please note that our goal is to include as many performers as possible in our events so the number or duration or your performances may be limited.
Will I get photos and videos of my performances?
Yes, performers will receive the photos and videos of their performances in 1-3 months after the event.
BAZAAR
Will there be a bazaar at the Festival?
If the Festival venues allow it, we will make space for a bazaar. If you would like to sell goods during the Festival, please contact us on Facebook, Instagram or by e-mail: vilnius.tribal@gmail.com
SUPPORTING THE FESTIVAL
I would like to support the Festival. How can I do it?
There are several ways to support the Festival and contribute to its growth and success:
- Informational support – help us spread the word by sharing news about the Festival within your community, on social media, or through accessible networks.
- Financial or material support – as a non-profit organization, we gratefully accept donations and sponsorships to help cover event costs such as venue rental, travel expenses for teachers, promotion and technical services.
- Volunteering – join our organizing team by assisting with event logistics, participant registration, backstage coordination, or other Festival operations.
Every form of support helps the Festival grow and evolve. If you wish to support us, please contact us on Facebook, Instagram or by e-mail: vilnius.tribal@gmail.com