What is That's Showbiz?

That's Showbiz is a national group dance competition in the UK, run by Dance Design Events. Schools take part in Main Season qualifiers and Blackpool Finals, one-day TSB Experience events, and That's Showbiz International trips abroad.

Who can enter a That's Showbiz competition?

Dance schools and studios enter groups of dancers through the Showbiz Portal. Age sections run from 7 & under through to 18 & over, plus Adult and Mixed sections, and schools are seeded into the Spotlight, Elevate or Prestige competition levels.

Where are the That's Showbiz finals held?

That's Showbiz finals are held at Blackpool, with qualifiers taking place at venues across the UK.

Why do dance schools choose That's Showbiz?

Dance schools choose That's Showbiz for its professional adjudication panel, well-organised qualifiers and Blackpool Finals, and 15 years of running group dance competitions across the UK. Schools compete in four genres across three levels, from Spotlight for developing schools to Prestige for experienced schools.

How are That's Showbiz qualifiers judged?

Every qualifier is scored by professional adjudicators with backgrounds in West End theatre, television, ballet and commercial dance. Judges mark each routine across choreography, technique and performance, giving schools expert feedback at one of the UK's best-run dance competitions.

Can beginner dance schools enter?

Yes. The Spotlight level is for developing schools and is designed as a welcoming first step onto the competition stage, alongside the Elevate and Prestige levels for more experienced schools.

Which dance styles can schools enter?

That's Showbiz groups compete across four genres: Classic (ballet, lyrical, contemporary and national), Modern (jazz, tap, musical theatre, song & dance), Hip (street, hip hop, commercial) and Open (acro, Latin, cheer & pom and multi-genre routines).

Is Madrid 2027 still going ahead?

No — registration for Madrid 2027 has closed and places are no longer available for that trip. That's Showbiz International returns to Parque Warner Madrid in 2028, and interest registration for 2028 is open.

How do I register interest for Madrid 2028?

Register your interest through the That's Showbiz International page at https://thatsshowbiz.co.uk/International. Dates, packages and booking steps for Madrid 2028 are emailed to that interest list first.

Where does That's Showbiz International take place?

That's Showbiz International takes place at Parque Warner Madrid in Spain, inside the park's Teatro Chino theatre. Packages include park access across the event days.

Awards Night 2026 Tickets Extended | That's Showbiz

That's Showbiz National Industry Awards Night 2026 at Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool

Due to huge demand, we've extended ticket sales for the That's Showbiz National Industry Awards Night 2026 to Monday 19th October. 💜

This really is your absolute last chance to secure your place. The awards night is just weeks away, so we need everyone's names confirmed so we can finalise guest lists, seating and catering for the night.

To give everyone the best deal possible, we've held tickets at the second release price until the new closing date.

How to Get Your Tickets

Tickets are available to finalists and those supporting a finalist only, via a private link. If you're a finalist (or supporting one) and haven't received your link, check your emails or contact us at info@dancedesign-events.co.uk and we'll send it straight over.

📅 Saturday 28 November 2026

📍 Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool

✨ Black tie – dress to impress

We can't wait to celebrate 15 years of That's Showbiz with you all!

Awards Night Tickets Extended to 19th October – Absolute Last Chance!

How to Get Your Tickets

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