FAQs
Who is Welcomed at Migrations?
Everyone.... Yes, we mean it! Migrations thrives on the movement of peoples, ideas, and most importantly the love of the dance. Do you want to take a workshop or perform in our shows or just soak in the vibe? We want you to enjoy the festival in the way that makes you happy. Come meet friends, shop, have a frank discussion in one of the free Lunch & Learns, or catch a show. There are many ways to participate, and we support your journey.
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Our Mission
Migrations brings together a unique mix of dancers, musicians, and participants once a year to experience each other in a respectful and safe environment that celebrates every participant from the beginner to expert. As an organization, Migrations honors and respects everyone’s right to exist and thrive in the arts and learn including our LQBTQIA and marginalized communities.
Festival Guidelines for All Participants
Migrations is built upon dancers, entertainers, musicians, teachers, students, hobbyists, and vendors who represent a wide swath of our community. As such, any behavior exhibited by any identity or person(s) whether it be physical, verbal, written, electronic, or via personal or public social media platforms (Examples: email, Facebook, Twitter, currently known as X, Instagram, WhatsApp, etc…) including, but not limited to, Migrations participants, Migrations vendors, Migrations performers, Migrations volunteers, and/or any services contracted by the Festival that can be construed as racist, anti-LGBTQIA, body shaming, sexual harassment, and/or bullying in any form will not be tolerated. Migrations will reserve to right to deny access to the festival and/or Migrations-managed social media platforms and content to any person(s) or identities that do not meet with our Mission and/or that affect the safe environs of our festival which include, but are not limited to, Migrations social media platforms, the festival itself, and/or any other events hosted/produced by Migrations.
Location
The Doug Smith Performance Center is located at 206 W. 2nd Street Georgetown, Texas 78626.
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The center is within walking distance of historic downtown Georgetown with multple options for shopping and dining.
Parking
On street parking available in designated spots at the Center.
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Free Public Parking Garage is located at 3rd & Rock Street.
Blue Hole Parking is available free of charge.
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*If possible, we do ask that attendees share transportation to allow for as many parking spaces as possible throughout the weekend.
Hotels
There is not a current room block; however, we recommend the Best Western Georgetown located within walking distance to the Center. Georgetown is also home to several lovely B&Bs and cottage rentals. See the Georgetown section for links and accommodation options.
Accessibility
The Doug Smith Performance Center is handicap accessible. Elevators and handicap accessible seating is available for all shows.
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The facility is also equipped with accessible restrooms and elevators
Shows
Those performing in the Galas or Flights of Fancy Showcase are required to be registered for 4 hours of workshops per performance no later than December 1, 2024.
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FCBD All-Skate workshop requirement is 2 workshop hours.
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Gala
Show Seating
Gala Show Seating will be reserved for ticket holders ONLY, NO EXCEPTIONS.
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We ask performers to exit the theater once their piece is complete. Due to local and state ordinances, performers may not stand and/or block the exit aisle(s) or front stage area to watch the shows.
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Performers without tickets may watch the Galas from the designated watch room on the 2nd floor from the live feed. We ask that attendees watching shows in the watch room please limit noise levels and remain respectful during the shows throughout the time they are running.
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Shopping
Vending will be free to the attendees and the public during workshop and the Flights of fancy Show case on the 2nd Floor.
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Shopping will be available during the Galas with ticket.
Flights of Fancy Showcase
The Showcase is free to the public and attendees. Please note seating is limited.
Lunch & Learn Programming
Lunch & Learn Programming is free to attendees and the public. We are accepting donations and 100% of all proceeds will go to the programming facilitators. Lunch and Learns revolve around a series of topics in the dance and music community moderated by Migrations attendees, instructors, and staff.