HILTON, KWAZULU-NATAL, SOUTH AFRICA

MARCH 28, 2026

HILTON COLLEGE THEATRE

🩰 A Celebration of Ballet, Artistry, and Achievement

The Performance Awards Competition returns to South Africa in 2026 — and this year, Hilton takes center stage! Join us on March 28, 2026, for a day of dance, inspiration, and recognition as young dancers from across KwaZulu-Natal come together to perform with passion, confidence, and joy.

🏆 The Grand Prize

The most outstanding dancer at the Hilton event will receive:
🎖️ Two weeks of FREE tuition and accommodation at the AAB Summer School of Excellence in New York
💰 PLUS R10,000 toward airfare to New York!

This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to train at one of the world’s most respected ballet programs — surrounded by international faculty, ten beautiful studios, and dancers from more than 25 countries.

💫 Why You Should Join

• 🌍 Be part of an international ballet event celebrated worldwide
• 🎓 Earn medals, certificates, and personalized feedback
• 🩰 Experience the joy of performing in a supportive and inspiring atmosphere
• ❤️ Build confidence, artistry, and lifelong memories

🌟 Let the Stage Be Yours

Every dancer deserves their moment — and in Hilton, that moment awaits. Join us for a day that celebrates passion, progress, and performance — and maybe your journey will continue all the way to New York City!

Hilton, March 28, 2026 — where South African talent meets the world stage.

 Who Can Enter & What is Required

• Eligibility: Any dancer from a studio, school, or teacher that has presented Performance Awards in the last 2 years.
• New Teachers: Still eligible by presenting Performance Awards at their school.
• Level Selection: The dancer and teacher may decide the most appropriate level for entry.
• Performance Requirement: Each dancer must perform the solo variation from the level they select.
• Note: The schedule is subject to change depending on the number of entries per level.

 3–4 dancers from each level will be selected to perform in the Finals on 15 November. Levels 11 & 12 advance directly to the Finals.