On Oct. 24 and 25 more than 970 soloists from dance teams and color guards across the state will descend on Newton High School, Berg Middle School in Newton, Pella High School and Middle School for the ISDTA State Solo Qualifier. 

The dance solo competition will begin Thursday morning at Pella High School, Pella Middle School, Newton High School and Berg Middle School. Soloists are divided into classes based on school enrollment. There are 12 classes for dance solos and two classes for color guard. Routines are evaluated and judged by industry professionals from all corners of the United States. The top ten soloists in each class will move on to the finals competition on December 4-6 at the Iowa Events Center in Des Moines.

Spectator admission is $10 per person; pay at the door. Live stream access of the competition is available for purchase and can be accessed at www.isdtalive.com. Dance team participants and
fans can also purchase state apparel, merchandise, and digital recordings on the website. The awards ceremonies will be livestreamed free of charge.

Urbandale Dance Team will perform at Newton High School.

Established in 1976, the Iowa State Dance/Drill Team Association advocates for the sports of dance, drill team and color guard. As a valued leader in the sport of dance, ISDTA cultivates
student growth in the art and athleticism of dance for all. For more information and to see a list of upcoming events, visit www.isdta.net.