To Ballet dancers who aim for the world
We are pleased to announce that we have newly renamed
the competition
as “The World Ballet Trial Japan Stage.”
As an international hub connecting Japan to the world,
we will continue to firmly supportthe dancers who represent the future.
In addition to the Pre-Competition, International Competition,
and Group Competition, we will newly establish
a Folklore Dance category. Together with talents selected
from the Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia,
Hong Kong, and Italy stages,
we will hold the 7th edition on July 28–29, 2026,
at Urayasu-shi Cultural Center, as a stage from which dancers
can spread their wings to the world.
Participation rules
Pre-Competition
Participants may enter either classical ballet, contemporary dance, or both.
Time Limit
Classical Ballet: Within 3 minutes
Contemporary Dance: Within 3 minutes (free choice of music) If entering both categories, each performance will be judged separately.
Accompaniment Music
Only digital audio files will be accepted.
Exceeding the time limit will result in disqualification.
Age Categories
Early Junior : 6–7 years old
Junior A : 8–9 years old
Junior B : 10–11 years old
Junior C : 12–13 years old
Junior D : 14–15 years old
Junior E : 16–18 years old
Senior : 19–30 years old
Judging Criteria
Each performance will be evaluated based on standards tailored to the characteristics of the classical ballet and contemporary dance categories.
Participants in all age categories are allowed to perform in ballet shoes.
Eligibility
First-time participants and those with limited experience are warmly welcomed.
Performing on stage offers a wonderful opportunity to discover new joys in ballet.
International Competition
Participants may enter either classical ballet, contemporary dance, or both.
Time Limit
Classical Ballet: Within 3 minutes
Contemporary Dance: Within 3 minutes (free choice of music) If entering both categories, each performance will be judged separately.
Accompaniment Music
Only digital audio files will be accepted.
Exceeding the time limit will result in disqualification.
Age Categories
Junior A : 8–9 years old
Junior B : 10–11 years old
Junior C : 12–13 years old
Junior D : 14–15 years old
Junior E : 16–18 years old
Senior : 19–25 years old
Judging Criteria
Each performance will be evaluated based on standards tailored to the characteristics of classical ballet and contemporary dance.
Participants in Junior B (10–11 years old) and younger are allowed to perform in ballet shoes.
Group Competition
Participants may choose either classical ballet or contemporary dance.
Time Limit
Within 4 minutes (free choice of music)
Accompaniment Music
Only digital audio files will be accepted.
Exceeding the time limit will result in disqualification.
Age Categories
Under 18 : Composed of members aged 8–18 years
Upper 19 : Composed of members aged 19–30 years Team Composition
Each team must consist of 2 to 15 members.
Judging Criteria
Performances will be evaluated separately for classical ballet and contemporary dance.
Entries in the classical ballet category may not include Grand Pas de Deux.
Folklore Dance Competition
Time Limit
Within 4 minutes (free choice music).
Accompaniment Music
Only digital audio data will be accepted.
Participants will be disqualified if the time limit is exceeded.
Age Categories
(Solo Division)
Junior A: 8–9 years old
Junior B: 10–11 years old
Junior C: 12–13 years old
Junior D: 14–15 years old
Junior E: 16–18 years old
Senior: 19–30 years old
※Age is determined as of the date of the competition.
(Group Division)
Under 18: Composed of members aged 8 to 18
Upper 19: Composed of members aged 19 to 30
Group Composition
Each team must consist of 2 to 15 members.
Judging
Evaluation will be conducted based on cultural elements, technical proficiency, musicality, and artistic expression, with a comprehensive overall assessment.
This division is intended to respect and promote traditional culture, and as the evaluation criteria differ, it is not eligible for the Grand Prix selection.
Awards
Pre-Competition
Gold Award
Silver Award
Bronze Award
For both classical ballet and contemporary dance, 1–2 individuals from each age category will be selected to receive these awards.
Bright Future Award
For both classical ballet and contemporary dance, 1–2 individuals from each age category, who demonstrated exceptional performances but did not receive a Bronze Award, will be selected.
Hopeful Journey Award
For both classical ballet and contemporary dance, 1–2 individuals from each age category, who exhibited outstanding performances but were not recipients of the Bright Future Award, will be selected.
Teacher Award
Awarded to the Teachers of Gold Award recipients in both classical ballet and contemporary dance categories.
Contemporary Dance Choreography Award
Presented to the Choreographers of Gold Award-winning performances in the contemporary dance category.
International Competition
Grand Prix
Selection Method for the Grand Prix
The Grand Prix will be awarded at the International Competition Final Stage to the dancer who demonstrates the most outstanding performance among all age categories in both Classical Ballet and Contemporary Dance.
After the highest-scoring dancer in each division is identified, the jury will conduct a comprehensive evaluation based on technical excellence, artistry, stage presence, and overall impact before making the final decision.
Please note that the Group Competition category is not eligible for the Grand Prix.
Gold Award
Silver Award
Bronze Award
Awarded to 1–2 individuals from each age category in both classical ballet and contemporary dance.
Shining Blossom Award
Awarded to 1–2 individuals from each age category in both classical ballet and contemporary dance, selected for outstanding performances among participants who did not receive a Bronze Award.
Shining Leaf Award
Presented to 1–2 individuals from each age category in both classical ballet and contemporary dance, selected for exceptional performances among participants who did not receive a Shining Blossom Award.
Teacher Award
Awarded to the Teachers of Gold Award recipients in both the classical ballet and contemporary dance categories.
Contemporary Dance Choreography Award
Presented to the Choreographers of Gold Award-winning performances in the contemporary dance category.
Judge's Scholarship
Awarded to selected dancers from all participants, based on various factors considered by the judges.
Group Competition
Gold Award
Silver Award
Bronze Award
Awarded to one team from each category: Under 18 and Upper 19.
Harmonic Ensemble Award
Presented to 1–2 teams from each age category, selected for outstanding performances among groups that did not receive a Bronze Award.
Teacher Award
Awarded to the Teachers of Gold Award recipients in each category.
Choreography Award
Presented to the Choreographers of Gold Award-winning performances in each category.
Folklore Dance Competition
The Solo Division and the Group Division will be judged independently.
Gold Award
Silver Award
Bronze Award
In both the Solo and Group Divisions,
the awards will be presented to 1–2 participants (or groups) in each age category.
This division is intended to respect and promote traditional culture,
and as the evaluation criteria differ, it is not eligible for the Grand Prix selection.
Entry Fee
Competition
◇ Classic Ballet: JPY23,000
◇ Contemporary Dance: JPY23,000
◇ Both Categories (Classic Ballet & Contemporary Dance): JPY44,000
◇ Group Category (Group Representative): JPY30,000
※ An additional JPY10,000 will be charged per extra member.
◇ Folklore Dance (Solo) 23,000円
◇ Folklore Dance (Group) 30,000円
※ An additional JPY10,000 will be charged per extra member.
Workshop
◆ Classic Ballet (90 min/class): JPY7,000
◆ Contemporary Dance (90 min/class): JPY7,000
◆ Both Categories (Classic Ballet & Contemporary Dance): JPY12,000
Competition Venue and Dates
July 28–29, 2026
Urayasu-shi Cultural Center Great Hall
https://www.urayasu-zaidan.or.jp.e.arr.hp.transer.com/urayasu-bunka/
【TWBT Japan Final Stage Eligibility】
◇ Dancers who achieved outstanding results in TWBT overseas stages
Eligible stages: TWBT Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Italy
◇ Dancers who achieved outstanding results in the TWBT Japan Stage Semi-Final
【Schedule】
Japan Stage Semi-Final: Held from the first to the second day of the competition
Final: Held on the final day of the competition
＊The schedule may change depending on the number of participants.
【Notes】
Pre-competition participants are not eligible for the Final Stage.
Only International Competition participants are eligible.
To Overseas Dancers Considering Participation in the TWBT Japan Stage
TWBT respects its partner countries.
Therefore, dancers from countries where a TWBT stage is already held are generally not permitted to enter the TWBT Japan Stage Semifinal directly.
This policy is based on the TWBT Union agreement,
and we kindly ask for your understanding.
We encourage you to first participate in the TWBT stage held in your own country and demonstrate your abilities there.
We look forward to seeing you at the Japan Final Stage.
If TWBT is not held in your country,
you may apply to participate in the TWBT Japan Stage Semifinal.
In addition, the Pre-Competition is open to all dancers.
However, this category is intended as an opportunity to gain experience,
and does not lead to advancement to the Final Stage.
Special GALA
The World Ballet Trial Tokyo Stage 5th
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Participants are in this International Ballet Competition
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It is assumed that you have consented to the handling of this personal information.
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The World Ballet Trial Tokyo Stage at the time of application,
We assume that you have agreed to this disclaimer.
Organized by ASIA BALLET AGENCY, participants at this competition between participants that occurred when participating and, we do not take any responsibility for problems with third parties .
In addition, the dispute that occurred at the competition venue, we do not take any responsibility for theft or loss.
Shooting matter
Participants are at this international ballet competition
The World Ballet Trial Tokyo Stage at the time of application,
It is assumed that you have agreed to these shooting items.
Organized by ASIA BALLET AGENCY, we may shoot this competition.
Also, take photos and videos on websites, etc.
It may be posted.
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Main event / Contact
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TEL +81-3-6300-9560
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