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Hopkins High School

April 24-26, 2026


2400 Royals Dr.

Minnetonka, MN 55305



Parking: Complimentary with in/out privileges


Props: There is a scene shop loading dock adjacent to the Auditorium. It is ground level so trucks will need a lift gate or people to hand down from the trucks.

MAP

Sheraton Minneapolis West


12201 Ridgedale Dr.

Minnetonka, MN 55305


952-960-3504 - Refer to Encore Performing Arts to receive group rate!


Booking Cut off Date: April 10, 2026 or until Sold Out

Competition General Information - Subject to Change

Encore will be running competition in a Traditional Format.

Live Streaming & Real Time Schedule

A live stream may be viewed on the DanceBUG App


Photos & Video

  • In order to respect the privacy and safety of each individual dancer, studios and choreographers, there is no photo or video allowed during competition/performance.
  • DanceBUG will offer photos and videos for purchase on the DanceBUG App.


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Concessions

There will be concessions onsite during competition with tables and chairs in the lobby and along the hallway.

Regional Title Registration

Solo Routines wishing to be up for Title need to be registered 1 hour prior to their performance time. Any dancer registering for Title after they have performed will not be allowed to enter.

You can register and submit the form using the button on the right and make a payment at the Encore Boutique onsite.

  • Five Title Miss Encore Awarded at each regional city (Mini, Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior)
  • Five Title Mr Encore Awarded at each regional city (Mini, Petite, Junior, Teen, Senior)
    **Total awarded pending on registered routines

Photogenic & Cover Model

Regional Photogenic & Cover Model winners will be posted on Encore’s social media for each Regional City the following week. Winners will automatically be entered into the National competition.    

Special Awards and Scholarships
**No additional registration required.


Encore Protege - Dancers are chosen at each Regional City to represent Encore and assist with the faculty at The Encore Dance Experience. 



Encore Elite Team - Dancers are chosen at each Regional city based on overall performance quality to perform a featured number during the Grand Slam Championship at Encore Nationals.


Encore Experience Scholarship - Dancers are chosen at each Regional city to attend The Encore Dance Experience, a convention and competition, where they will take numerous classes from the best in the business.