RHYTHM of Nepal 2026 Competition Rules

RHYTHM of Nepal 2026 welcomes dancers from across North America.

• Open to participants residing in the United States and Canada.
• Solo, Duo, and Group performances are welcome.
• Participants under 18 must have parent or guardian consent.

Choose the category that best represents your performance.

• Traditional Nepali Dance.
• Nepali Fusion Dance.

Every entry must be completed through the official online registration process.

• Registration Fee: $25, non-refundable.
• Complete the online registration form.
• Submit your audition video before the deadline.

Your audition video should represent the performance level you can bring to the live stage.

• Audition videos must be 60-90 seconds long.
• Videos should clearly show the performer or performers.
• Basic editing is acceptable, but performances should accurately represent your live ability.

Music should connect clearly to Nepali culture and be cleared for performance use.

• Music should primarily feature Nepali language, artists, or cultural themes.
• Participants are responsible for obtaining any necessary rights to use their music.

Selected dancers will move from audition review to the live competition.

• Top 50 performers will advance to the live competition.
• Performance time limits will be announced before each round and must be followed.

The judges' decisions are final.

• Technique.
• Choreography.
• Creativity.
• Stage Presence.
• Synchronization for duos and groups.
• Cultural Expression.

Every participant is expected to help keep the competition respectful and professional.

• Show respect to fellow competitors, judges, volunteers, and staff.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude.
• Follow all event instructions.
• Unsportsmanlike behavior may result in disqualification.

Participation includes consent for event media capture and promotional use.

• By participating, contestants grant 3E Entertainment permission to photograph, record, and use images or videos for promotional purposes without additional compensation.

The final stage brings RHYTHM of Nepal to DTFEST 2026.

• The Top 10 finalists will perform live during DTFEST 2026.
• The RHYTHM Champion will be crowned at DTFEST 2026.
• The $6,000 prize pool will be awarded at DTFEST 2026.

The organizers may make necessary adjustments to protect the quality and fairness of the event.

• The organizers reserve the right to modify the schedule, competition format, or rules if necessary to ensure a fair and successful event.
• Any changes will be communicated to all participants.