Connecticut PTA

Dance Choreography

DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY is the act of creating movement, usually coordinated with music, to represent an idea through dance (e.g., your interpretation of the Reflections theme).

Portray Your Original Choreography

• Consider the following styles and ensembles,Ballet, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Tap, Folk Dance, Religious Dance, Dance Ensembles (color guard/indoor guard), Ice Skating/Dancing and Gymnastics-floor Routine.

• Show clear relation between choreography and the theme with choreographic style and techniques, background song(s), props and the location to show a clear relation of the dance choreography to the theme.

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Film Production

FILM PRODUCTION is the process of making a film. The producer (student submitting the entry) is not required to appear in the film but if the student chooses a tripod may be used. All screenwriting, directing and editing must be done by the student producer. PowerPoint presentations are not allowed.

To Portray Your Original Film

• Consider creating your film in using the following styles:

  • Animation: Demonstrates motion by sequencing still objects or using computer-generated graphics.

  • Narrative: Tells a fictional story developed by the student.

  • Documentary: Presents facts and information.

  • Experimental: Explores movement, light and montage.

  • Multimedia: Uses a combination of different contents (text, audio, still images, animation, etc.).

• To show a clear relation to the theme, develop a work of fiction or nonfiction and make use of plot and characters, visuals (setting, costumes, animation), sound and background music, editing, etc. 

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Literature

LITERATURE is the art of writing. The author (e.g., student submitting the entry) is a person who expresses their own thoughts and ideas through the use of words. Collections of literary work, such as multiple poems or short stories are not accepted.

To Portray Your Original Writing

• Consider the following literary styles, Prose, Poetry, Drama, Reflective Essay, Narrative, Short Story.

• To show a clear relation to the theme, use fiction or non-fiction, plot and characterization, setting and imagery, style, symbolism, etc.

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Music Composition

MUSIC COMPOSITION is the process of creating a new piece of music. The composer (e.g., student submitting entry) is a person who expresses their own thoughts and ideas through the use of sound. Entries in the middle and high school grade divisions must include music score/notation.

To Portray Your Original Composition

• Consider the following musical styles and instruments, A Cappella, Blues, Choral, Country, Electronic, Hip hop, Jazz, Latin, Musical, Orchestral, Pop, R&B, Religious, Rock, Symphonic/Concert Band and Traditional.

• To show a clear relation to the theme, use structure, melody, rhythm, instruments, lyrics, emotion, etc. to show a clear relation to the theme.

• Explore new methods and make use of instruments, sounds, styles and combinations. All are accepted. 

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Photography

PHOTOGRAPHY is the process of creating an image. By focusing on objects using various lenses, filters and light sources, photographers may demonstrate the use of photographic techniques conventionally or digitally. Collages and collections of photos are not accepted.

To Portray Your Original Artwork

• Consider the following accepted forms of photography: a single photo, panoramic, photomontage (one print of multiple original photos), a multiple exposure, negative sandwich or photogram and original black-and-white and color images.

• Avoid the following unaccepted forms of photography: entries with added graphics and/or non-photographic elements (e.g., lettering, icons), collages and collections of photos, original film (negatives or transparencies) and multidimensional pieces.

• To show a clear relation of the photo to the theme, use objects, lighting and the location.

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Visual Arts

VISUAL ARTS includes many art forms that are visual in nature. Through combined elements like color, shape, and texture, visual artwork is not only pleasing to look at but also expresses an idea or thought. Collections are not accepted.

To Portray Your Original Artwork

• Consider the following accepted forms of visual arts: Architecture (2D/3D), carpentry, ceramics, collages (combined non-photographic and/or photographic elements), digital art and graphics (drawings/paintings/illustration), crafts, design, dioramas, drawing, fiberwork, jewelry, kites, metal etching/punch work, mobiles, painting, printmaking, sculpture and wind chimes.

• Avoid the following unaccepted forms of visual: Reproductions or enlargements of other artwork are not accepted.

• Show a clear relation to the theme using art form, use of color, texture, shape, proportion etc. to show a clear relation to the theme

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Accessible Arts

ACCESSIBLE ARTS Division is an option for students who identify as having a disability and may receive services under IDEA or ADA: Section 504. The division welcomes students of all ages and offers division-specific accommodations to ensure that every student has the chance to participate fully in the program.

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