Golden Ticket

Jul 23, 2026

World Dance Championship 2026

The World Dance Championship (WDC) 2026 is the championship event hosted by Star Dance Alliance (SDA), bringing together routines that qualified at SDA regional and national competitions from across the United States and internationally. It is one of the largest youth dance championships in the country.

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2026 Event Details

Dates: July 22–31, 2026
Venue: Meadowlands Exposition Center
Location: Secaucus, New Jersey
Address: 355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Who Can Compete?

This is not an open-entry competition. Studios must qualify by:

Competing at an SDA regional or national event.
Receiving a Golden Ticket invitation for a specific routine.
Registering before divisions fill, as entries are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

World Dance Championship

Star Dance Alliance

Volta Dance Studio received 4 Golden Tickets:

JULY 23 "People Help the People" Contemporary Showcase Small Group 9-11yrs

JULY 23 "Beauty is Pain" Contemporary Showscase Small Group 9-11yrs

JULY 24 "TATTOO" contemporary Competitive Small Group 15-19yrs

Special Award: "Outstanding Partner Work"

JULY 30 "The Undercard " Hip Hop Showcase Small Group 12-14yrs

2026 Event Details

Dates: July 22–31, 2026
Venue: Meadowlands Exposition Center
Location: Secaucus, New Jersey
Address: 355 Plaza Drive, Secaucus, NJ 07094

Who Can Compete?

This is not an open-entry competition. Studios must qualify by:

Competing at an SDA regional or national event.
Receiving a Golden Ticket invitation for a specific routine.
Registering before divisions fill, as entries are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

World Dance Championship

Star Dance Alliance

Volta Dance Studio received 4 Golden Tickets:

JULY 23 "People Help the People" Contemporary Showcase Small Group 9-11yrs

JULY 23 "Beauty is Pain" Contemporary Showscase Small Group 9-11yrs

JULY 24 "TATTOO" contemporary Competitive Small Group 15-19yrs

Special Award: "Outstanding Partner Work"

JULY 30 "The Undercard " Hip Hop Showcase Small Group 12-14yrs

National Competition

Nationals in Orlando

National Competition

Nationals in Orlando

Performance

Recital

Performance

Recital

Regional Competition

Starpower Talent Competition

Regional Competition

Starpower Talent Competition

Regional Competition

Showstopper

Regional Competition

Showstopper

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Annette G., First Dance Student

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Dominika, Dance Student

"All in one - great dancing teacher, choreographer and creative artist. All your shows are unique. They impress all audiences and leave unforgettable memories!"

Alicja K., Dance Student

Annette G., First Dance Student

"This studio is the real deal. The instructors are patient, and the facilities are top-notch. It's the perfect!"

Sarah Mail, customer

"Best choreographer and dance instructor, Magdalena!"

Bogumila G., Dance Student

Annette G., First Dance Student

"One of the best dance studios in Connecticut! I highly recommend it, it's very professional! Beautiful interior design! Owner Magda is so creative and so kind."

Dominika, Dance Student

"All in one - great dancing teacher, choreographer and creative artist. All your shows are unique. They impress all audiences and leave unforgettable memories!"