About Our Idol Festivals
An idol festival is an event where idol talent, from soloists to groups, come together to perform on a shared stage. The goal of an idol festival is to not only bring multiple sub-idol communities and fans together, but to also bring idol talent together as a community to share the passion and excitement of idol culture. We heavily inspire our idol festivals based off Tokyo Idol Festival, the worlds largest and longest idol festival.
The Festival Itself
Our idol festival is typically a two hour long event that hosts seven different idol soloists and groups to perform on stage for 15 minutes at a time. All organization of the festival from managing the performers to providing information about the performers is done through our main organizers. What makes our festival unique is we require all performers to learn a dance for a special final number at the end of the festival. A new dance is picked for every event and symbolizes the unity of the idol community.
Before the Festival
Before we begin, we hold a audition process where soloists and groups can submit themselves or their group to be considered as part of the official lineup. Auditions forms are done through Google Forms and are posted 3-5 months prior to the event. Information regarding our auditions for certain events can be found under our "Auditions" tab.
After closing submissions, the organizers come together for the judging phase. We judge the auditions based on location (local to area and out of state/country have priority), quality of information provided (well written biographies, professional pictures, social media(s), etc.), quality of performance video example(s), social media following (all platforms are considered), if they have performed with us in the past, and if they have previously contributed to the community other than performing (hosting panels, dance workshops, cosplay and dance gatherings, etc.).
Once our judging phase ends, we announce our official lineup for the festival through social media and add lineup to any websites if requested. We then begin working one-on-one with performers to help them understand our guidelines and requirements. For example, we make a handbook specifically for each festival that includes event information, due dates, important reminders, recommendations, tips, etc. for the performers to refer to and make their experience smooth.
During the Festival
Before the festival, we begin by setting up one or two dress rehearsal times to run through all of the performers audio and make sure everyone can get a feel of the stage. These rehearsals can last from an hour to four hours depending on time given.
Once it comes time for the main festival, we gather all the performers an hour before to get them settled backstage or in an a specific area, go through our final number, double check audio, and make final preparations before the big show. Once everything checks out, we begin!
After the Festival
The festival doesn't have to end just yet. If the opportunity is given by the event, we host a Idol Meet and Greet where the audience can meet the performers face to face, get pictures, sign autographs, and shake hands just like idols in Japan! This is typically scheduled two to three hours after the festival to allow performers time to rest and eat.
The Festival Itself
Our idol festival is typically a two hour long event that hosts seven different idol soloists and groups to perform on stage for 15 minutes at a time. All organization of the festival from managing the performers to providing information about the performers is done through our main organizers. What makes our festival unique is we require all performers to learn a dance for a special final number at the end of the festival. A new dance is picked for every event and symbolizes the unity of the idol community.
Before the Festival
Before we begin, we hold a audition process where soloists and groups can submit themselves or their group to be considered as part of the official lineup. Auditions forms are done through Google Forms and are posted 3-5 months prior to the event. Information regarding our auditions for certain events can be found under our "Auditions" tab.
After closing submissions, the organizers come together for the judging phase. We judge the auditions based on location (local to area and out of state/country have priority), quality of information provided (well written biographies, professional pictures, social media(s), etc.), quality of performance video example(s), social media following (all platforms are considered), if they have performed with us in the past, and if they have previously contributed to the community other than performing (hosting panels, dance workshops, cosplay and dance gatherings, etc.).
Once our judging phase ends, we announce our official lineup for the festival through social media and add lineup to any websites if requested. We then begin working one-on-one with performers to help them understand our guidelines and requirements. For example, we make a handbook specifically for each festival that includes event information, due dates, important reminders, recommendations, tips, etc. for the performers to refer to and make their experience smooth.
During the Festival
Before the festival, we begin by setting up one or two dress rehearsal times to run through all of the performers audio and make sure everyone can get a feel of the stage. These rehearsals can last from an hour to four hours depending on time given.
Once it comes time for the main festival, we gather all the performers an hour before to get them settled backstage or in an a specific area, go through our final number, double check audio, and make final preparations before the big show. Once everything checks out, we begin!
After the Festival
The festival doesn't have to end just yet. If the opportunity is given by the event, we host a Idol Meet and Greet where the audience can meet the performers face to face, get pictures, sign autographs, and shake hands just like idols in Japan! This is typically scheduled two to three hours after the festival to allow performers time to rest and eat.
There is much more to organizing and hosting an idol festival!
If you would like to know more or for us to hold an idol festival at your event, please contact us at [email protected] or use the contact sheet provided in the contact tab!
If you would like to know more or for us to hold an idol festival at your event, please contact us at [email protected] or use the contact sheet provided in the contact tab!