FAQ
FAQ
Everything you need to know about participating in the HBCU Majorette Reunion.
Who can participate as a dancer?
Dancers must be at least 16 years old to participate. General-admission guests must be at least 13 years old.
Is prior majorette experience required?
No. Prior majorette experience is not required to participate.
What does participant registration include?
Participant registration includes admission to both event days, practice and rehearsal time with a selected captain, hands-on critiques and dance experience, opportunities to meet coaches, access to the college fair, an official HBCU Majorette Reunion T-shirt, the battle and performance experience, networking opportunities, and participant snacks.
Are participants required to attend both days?
Yes. Registered dancers are expected to attend both Practice Day on Saturday and Performance Day on Sunday. Saturday’s rehearsal prepares participants for Sunday’s performance.
How are dancers assigned to teams?
When purchasing a participant ticket, dancers may select the captain and team they would like to join. Each captain’s team is limited to 16 dancers, and selections are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited, and team selections will close as they reach capacity.
When is my registration confirmed?
Participant registration is not complete until payment has been received.
When will participants receive their choreography?
After purchasing a team ticket, participants will receive the choreography their captain requires them to know for Performance Day. This is the choreography that will be rehearsed during Saturday’s Practice Day. The choreography distribution date will be included in the participant’s registration confirmation email.
What should participants wear each day?
Attire requirements and other preparation instructions for both event days will be provided in the participant confirmation email.
Are spectators allowed at Saturday's practice?
No. Saturday’s Practice Day is private and limited to registered participants, captains, coaches, staff, and authorized event personnel.
How can family and friends attend the performance?
Family and friends who meet the age requirement may purchase general-admission tickets for Sunday’s performance. General-admission guests must be at least 13 years old.
Are participant tickets refundable or transferable?
Participant tickets are nonrefundable. However, tickets may be transferred to another eligible dancer. Please contact info@hbcumajorreunion.com for assistance with a ticket transfer.
Are hotel accommodations included?
No. Hotel accommodations are not included with participant or general-admission tickets. We recommend staying at Hilton Arlington, where Saturday’s Practice Day will take place.
Will there be a hotel room block?
No. There will not be an official room block. However, teams traveling from out of town may contact info@hbcumajorreunion.com for assistance with hotel accommodations.
Is parking available?
Yes. Parking is available at both Hilton Arlington and Theatre Arlington. Any additional parking instructions will be provided in the event confirmation email.
When will the complete event schedule be released?
The complete participant schedule will be provided with the choreography email. General-admission guests will receive applicable arrival and event details in their confirmation email.
Who should I contact regarding special requests, accessibility accommodations, or assistance?
Please contact info@hbcumajorreunion.com with any special requests, accommodation needs, or questions requiring additional assistance.