ABOUT
GROUNDED is a performing arts platform committed in making a positive impact in the planet through authentic, innovative, and insightful artistic expression.
Our event GROUNDED: Battle of the Arts is a theme-based competition and showcase for dancers of all styles and spoken word poets. It’s a gathering of top artists who push the boundaries of art and entertainment.
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GROUNDED events are currently in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Auckland, and Manila.
"We don't inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children"
- David Brower -
One element of the show is the incorporation of social awareness. We believe that performing artists have a massive potential to lead positive social change.
By standing together in both competition and collaboration we aim to amplify the voices of our artists.
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COMPETITION INFO
There are two categories:
Dance and Spoken Word
DANCE CATEGORY
A competing choreographer is selected based on their ability to produce excellent work. As the name “Battle of the Arts" suggest, GROUNDED is for all dance forms / styles. Choreographers may apply by messaging us via the CONTACT FORM.
The competition is based on a different theme each year. The challenge for choreographers is to create an interpretation on the theme given to the them.
There are 2 divisions:
(1) Pro / Adult - 17 yrs and over
(2) Next Gen / Youth - 19 yrs and under
Download general competition form >>
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SPOKEN WORD CATEGORY
The challenge for poets is to create a spoken word performance based on the theme that year.
There are 2 divisions:
(1) Adult - 18 yrs and over
(2) Next Gen / Youth - 17 yrs and under
Download general competition form >>
RECITAL
GROUNDED Recital is a one week intensive dance program where participants get to learn, collaborate and perform with an elite choreographer. Performers are selected through an audition process. Look out for information about our next Recital Program on the EVENTS page.
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GROUNDED INDUSTRY AWARDS
GROUNDED INDUSTRY AWARDS (GIA) is an opportunity to acknowledge, uplift and award those who demonstrate excellence in our dance community in Victoria. The awardees are chosen by a panel and the community.
The 4 categories are:
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Youth Rising Star
Teacher of the Year
Community Service Award
Video Choreography of the Year
THE TEAM
GROUNDED was created by Triple8Funk Entertainment which is one of the most established dance entertainment organisations in Australasia.
The shows are a collaboration of a team of organisers, performers, multi-media artists, leaders in the performing arts community and supporters from various cities across the globe.
ONLINE COMMUNITY
The GROUNDED experience is felt best at our live events while being connected with us online is a great way to check up on what we're up to leading up to the events. Find us on #GROUNDEDshow & @GROUNDEDshow on social media. Our Youtube channel has a wealth of awesome videos for you to enjoy. Check it out on www.youtube.com/GROUNDEDshow
BE PART OF THE MOVEMENT!