RDA festivals inspire artistic and personal growth, creativity, and excellence! RDA member companies gather in their regions annually for three-day-long festivals, each hosted by a member company or jointly hosted by the region. Over 1500 dancers from 60 regional companies, 300 parents, 100 artistic directors and staff members, and nearly 100 faculty members and musicians attend the annual festivals. The Making of a Regional Festival The exciting process begins each spring when nationally recognized adjudicators tour the regions to select works by member companies and arrange festival programs. The adjudicators provide constructive feedback to member companies to elevate their accomplishments. The season culminates at the festivals, where participants attend master classes, seminars, and college roundtables during the day, as well as perform each evening. Dancers from member companies are seen by college and professional training program recruiters and have the opportunity to audition for awards and scholarships. Member company directors network with well-known dance educators and choreographers. More Info below.