UNC-Pembroke NPHC Step Show Competition
UNC-­‐Pembroke Saturday, October 25, 2014 Doors open at 6:30pm Show starts at 7:00pm Tickets $5 in Advance $10 at the door Calling All Greeks,
On October 25, 2014, UNC-Pembroke will be hosting a Fall Homecoming Step
Show. We are currently looking for teams to participate in the show. Attached you will
see the list of rules, scoring sheets, judging criteria, and application form.
General information
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke’s National Pan-Hellenic Council presents
their annual Fall Step Show competition. There will be cash prizes for the first place
winning fraternity and sorority. First place fraternity and sorority will receive $300 and
second place fraternity and sorority will receive $100. *If only two fraternities are
participating only a first place cash prize will be awarded. *If only two sororities are
participating only a first place cash prize will be awarded.*
Who Can Participate
The competition is limited to only recognized members of the National Pan-Hellenic
Council in good standing with their university. Only pre-registered groups are allowed to
perform. Only one chapter per organization will be allowed to step, the chapters stepping
will be determined on a first come basis. There are absolutely no walk-ons allowed. In
order to register, the enclosed form must be completed and returned to the University of
North Carolina at Pembroke.
Rules
1. All competing groups must apply by October 17, 2014 at 5pm deadline.
2. All team members must be recognized members of the National Pan-Hellenic
Council.
3. Performance slots will be randomly selected by UNCP. Teams will be notified of
their performance order by October 23rd.
4. Each team will have a total of 15 minutes to perform (including intro & exit). The
timekeeper will start the clock when the first team member steps into full view of
the judges and/or when music/vocals/video begins.
5. Any team that occupies the stage after 15 minutes will have a point deducted from
the overall score for every additional minute a group is on stage.
6. All stage props must be approved by UNCP at rehearsal the day of the show. All
participating teams must provide written description specifying any special
equipment needs on the registration form.
7. The highest and lowest judging score will be eliminated. The highest team average
wins.
8. All teams must report to scheduled practice session on time or they will forfeit
their opportunity for a complete dress rehearsal and to participate in the Step
Show.
9. If a team member exhibits un-sportsmanlike, disrespectful, or sexually explicit
behaviors at any time during the show, the team will be disqualified.
10. No team members may wear stilettos on the stage at any time.
11. Combining of NPHC undergraduate chapters to step in the show must be
approved by the UNC Pembroke NPHC.
12. Alumni may be on a team with the UNCP Director of Greek Life’s approval.
a. Alumni must not have been graduated for more than 4 years in order to
participate. It must be noted on the roster if they are alumni.
Application Process
Application process is complete once UNCP has received a completed application
form by October 17, 2014 by 5pm. If any questions, please contact Whitney
Swesey, Director of Greek Life at UNCP at 910-775-4307 or via email at
[email protected].
Mail or Fax completed applications to:
Whitney Swesey Office of Greek Life P.O. Box 1510 Pembroke, NC 28372-1510
Fax to: 910-521-6605
All teams will be notified and given additional information about the step show by
October 20, 2014.
Judging
Groups are judged by a panel of judges that represent the organizations participating in
the show (one from each organization) and 2 non-affiliated judges. The non-affiliated
judges will chair the panel. A scoring sheet is included for your review and preparation.
All judge’s decisions are final
Cash Prizes
Be mindful that “cash’ means that the prize is money, not merchandise. All prizes must
be processed through the university’s accounting system, so it may take up to two weeks
to a month to receive payment in form of a university check to your group. In order to
receive the check, please ensure that all information on the application form is completed
and accurate. First place fraternity and sorority will receive $300 and second place
fraternity and sorority will receive $100. *If only two fraternities are participating only a
first place cash prize will be awarded.* If only two sororities are participating only a first
place cash prize will be awarded.*
Judging Criteria
Judges score sheet
Group Name:___________________________________
Introduction Step:
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Overall Performance:
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Creativity:
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Appearance:
Vocal Clarity:
Originality:
Transitions:
Total Score:___________
Minimum: 10pts
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Each category has a 10 point total
Each judge will submit his or her score sheet immediately following each performance.
The highest and lowest scores will be eliminated
The average of the remaining scores will determine a team’s score
Half scores (i.e. 7 1⁄2 ) not permitted.
UNC-Pembroke NPHC Step Show
UNC-­‐Pembroke Saturday, October 25, 2014 Doors open at 6:30pm Show starts at 7:00pm Tickets $5 in Advance $10 at the door Application Form
Please Return to UNCP no later than Friday, October 17, 2014 by 5pm
Fraternity/Sorority:______________________________________________________________
Chapter Name:_________________________________________________________________
Name of School:________________________________________________________________
Chapter Stepmaster (Contact person)________________________________________________
Phone:__________________________Email:_________________________________________
Alternate Contact Person:_________________________________________________________
Number of chapter Members stepping (include all team members & 1 technical coordinator)____
Special Lighting/Equipment Needs (include lighting colors, projection screen, etc)
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List of props being brought in by team:
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Signature of Stepmaster____________________________________ Date:_________________
Signature of Alternate Contact_______________________________ Date:_________________
Signature of Chapter Advisor _______________________________ Date:_________________
Please fill out the following information to ensure receipt of a cash prize
Name of Payee_________________________________________________________________
Mailing Address_________________________________________________________________
City______________________________________ State________ Zip Code________________
Phone Number____________________________ Email_________________________________
Application Form (Cont.)
Please Return to UNCP no later than Friday, October 17, 2014 by 5pm
Roster of Step team members
Please list the names of all of your step team members. Anyone whose name does not appear
below will not be allowed to assist any team during the competition. Any person not listed below
or not participating in the competition, will pay for their ticket. Attach additional sheets if
necessary.
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Additional Team Members (Non-Steppers)
______________________________________ Role In The Show_______________________
______________________________________ Role In The Show_______________________
Signature of Stepmaster____________________________________ Date:_________________
Signature of Alternate Contact_______________________________ Date:_________________