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INVITATION

5 – 11 July 2025 | Batumi, Georgia

Welcome to the ХV. International Festival-Competition "Golden Star 2025," where talented performers from around the world gather to showcase their artistic excellence. Held along the picturesque Black Sea coast in sunny Adjara, this event offers a unique opportunity to participate in both a competition and festival, while immersing in Georgian culture and traditions.

Festival Highlights

• Open to children, youth, and adult performers.
• Competitive categories: Dances, Choirs/Songs, Orchestras, Authentic, Processed, Styled, Pop, Jazz, Modern, Hip-hop.
• Opportunities for master classes, gala concerts, and cultural excursions.
• Excursions to famous cultural and historical landmarks in Georgia.

Festival Dates

05 – 11 July 2025 (7 days / 6 nights)

Director: Mariam Odisharia

Application Deadline: 25 April 2025

Main Goals & Objectives

• Create opportunities for creative exchange between participants.
• Discover and promote new talents.
• Strengthen interethnic cooperation.
• Explore national cultural and artistic heritage.
• Establish international artistic collaborations.
• Exchange experiences in artistic education.

Competition Categories & Criteria

I. Vocal (Folk, Pop, Jazz, Academic)

• Solo, Duets, Ensembles (3-5 people), Show Groups, Choirs
• Duration: Up to 4 minutes
• Evaluation: Musicality, artistic interpretation, intonation, sound quality, vocal range, repertoire complexity, stage presence

II. Choreography (Folk, Pop, Classical, Ballroom, Modern, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Breakdance, Belly Dance, etc.)

• Solo, Duets, Small Forms (3-5 people), Ensembles
• Duration: Up to 5 minutes
• Evaluation: Technique, composition, performance skills, artistry, stage performance, costume, props

III. Instrumental Genre (Folk, Classical, Pop, Jazz)

• Solo, Duets, Small Forms (3-5 people), Ensembles, Orchestras
• Duration: Up to 4 minutes
• Evaluation: Performance skills, technique, sound mastery, repertoire complexity, originality

IV. Original Genre (Circus, Acrobatics, Gymnastics, Illusion, etc.)

• Solo, Duets, Small Forms (3-5 people), Teams
• Duration: Up to 5 minutes
• Evaluation: Technical execution, artistic impact, originality, stage presence

V. Theatrical Creativity (Drama, Puppetry, Musical, Pantomime, Street Theater, etc.)

• Duration: Up to 10 minutes
• Evaluation: Artistic impact, stage performance, diction, repertoire selection

VI. Artistic Word (Poetry, Prose, Fable)

• Duration: Up to 4 minutes
• Evaluation: Emotional expression, impact, speech clarity

VII. Fashion Theaters (Retro, Ethno, Modern, Know-How Collections, etc.)

• Duration: Up to 10 minutes
• Evaluation: Creativity, consistency, artistic design

VIII. Visual Arts (Painting, Graphics, Design)

• Submission: 3 works
• Evaluation: Originality, execution, theme expression

IX. Arts & Crafts (Woodwork, Ceramics, Weaving, Metalwork, etc.)

• Submission: 3 works
• Evaluation: Creativity, tradition preservation, artistic execution

X. Photo Art

• Submission: 3 works
• Evaluation: Subject originality, quality, expressiveness

Competitive Requirements

• Each ensemble: 1 competition performance + 2 festival performances.
• Solo, duet, small forms: 1 competition performance + 1 festival performance.
• Audio recordings must be high quality (CD, USB, or mini disc).
• Vocalists must perform without backing vocals (+ track not allowed).

Festival Program

05 July 2025 – Arrival & Registration

• Check-in at hotel (Batumi, Gonio, Shekvetili)
• Welcome evening & leader’s meeting

06 July 2025 – Excursion & Cultural Activities

• Sea leisure & Batumi city tour

07 July 2025 – Competition Begins

• Rehearsals & Opening Ceremony
• Competition performances

08 July 2025 – Gala Concert & Awards

• Sea leisure & preparation
• Final concert & award ceremony

09 July 2025 – Creative Meetings

• Exchange programs & networking

10 July 2025 – Leisure & Optional Excursions

• Sea leisure & free time

11 July 2025 – Departure

• Hotel check-out & airport transfers

Participation Fee & Accommodation

Hotels & Pricing (Per Person for 7 Days / 6 Nights)

Gonio/Shekvetili

• 3★ Hotel: €250 (Triple/Quad) | €280 (Double) | €370 (Single)
• 4★ Hotel: €290 (Triple/Quad) | €350 (Double) | €440 (Single)

Batumi

• 3★ Hotel: €380 (Triple/Quad) | €440 (Double) | €560 (Single)
• 4★ Hotel: €440 (Triple/Quad) | €530 (Double) | €650 (Single)

For 20+ participants, 1 leader is free.

Fee Includes:

• Official invitation
• Festival participation
• Diplomas, medals, and trophies
• Creative networking events
• Accommodation & meals
• Group transfers (Hotel-Concert-Airport)
• Excursion in Batumi
• English-speaking guide

Fee Excludes:

• Flight tickets & insurance
• Extra excursions
• Solo, duet, and small forms additional fees (€30-50 per nomination)
• Private transfers from other airports

Application & Payment Details

• Application Deadline: 25 April 2025
• 10% Guarantee Fee required upon approval (deducted from final payment)
• Final Payment Deadline: 90 days before arrival (by 1 April 2025)

Join Us for "Golden Star 2025"!

Experience art, competition, and cultural exchange in Batumi, Georgia. Celebrate talent, creativity, and friendship at the ХV. International Festival-Competition "Golden Star 2025"!