TRANSILVANIADANCE OPENDance competition in Cluj-Napoca · 2026
BIGGER. BETTER. UNFORGETTABLE.
On 21 November 2026, the Transilvania Dance Open international dance competition brings dancers, choreographers and dance schools from Romania and abroad to Cluj-Napoca. A stage for talent, courage and the joy of being together.
SEE YOU ON STAGE IN
TRANSILVANIA DANCE OPEN 2026Registration deadline
3 November 2026
MORE THAN
A COMPETITION.
Backstage, before the music starts, something happens that the audience never sees. Looks that say “we are in this together”. Hearts beating fast. That is where the TDO story begins.
Here, every rehearsed step builds courage. Teams become family, and the hugs after performing hold the joy of being together. More than choreography: confidence, friendships and memories.
THE PROFESSIONALS
BEHIND THE JUDGING
Alina Ciceo
TDO 2026 jury member
Damiano Bisozzi
TDO 2026 jury member
Felicia Șerbănescu
TDO 2026 jury member
Lorant Leo Lantos
TDO 2026 jury member
Oana Ioniță
TDO 2026 jury member
Ramona Palade
TDO 2026 jury member
TALENT DESERVES
TO BE SEEN.
A moment on stage can open a new direction. Jury members may offer selected participants scholarships and vouchers for their own dance projects.
Scholarships and vouchers are not guaranteed to every participant.
REGISTER NOWProfessional visibility
An encounter with experienced dance professionals.
Scholarships & vouchers
Opportunities offered to selected dancers for the jury members’ professional projects.
New artistic perspectives
Connections and opportunities to develop your artistic journey.
DIFFERENT STYLES.
ONE PASSION.
From ballet discipline and contemporary expression to jazz energy, every style has its own voice. Explore the images below; confirm available TDO competition disciplines on SmartDance.
THE STAGE AWAITS.
Prepare your choreography, bring your team together and be part of Transilvania Dance Open 2026.
Online registration, exclusively through SmartDance.
MOMENTS THAT
STAY WITH YOU.
The emotion before the music. The courage of the first step. The hug after performing. Some moments cannot be measured. Only felt.
TDO, THROUGH
YOUR EYES.
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ANSWERED.
The essentials, before your first step on stage.
When and where is the competition?
Transilvania Dance Open takes place on 21 November 2026 in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. The organizers will announce the exact venue.
How do I register?
All registrations are made online through the official competition page on SmartDance.
What is the registration deadline?
The registration deadline is 3 November 2026.
Which dance styles are accepted?
For available disciplines and participation requirements, visit the competition page on SmartDance or contact the organizers.
Are scholarships and vouchers available?
Jury members may award selected dancers scholarships and vouchers for their professional projects. These opportunities are not guaranteed to every participant.
How can I contact the organizers?
Email stepupdancecluj@gmail.com or call +40 744 188 335. You can also contact us on WhatsApp.
QUESTIONS ABOUT
TAKING PART?
Registration, dance schools or competition details: send your enquiry to the Transilvania Dance Open team.
stepupdancecluj@gmail.com0744 188 335