Atlanta Tamil Mandram (ATM) Cultural Events Guidelines

1. Group Performances: Only groups with a minimum of 10 participants will be allowed to perform on stage. The order of performances will be prioritized based on the participants’ ages to ensure a balanced representation of all age groups.
2. No Solo or Small Groups: Solo registrations are not allowed, and group registrations must have at least 10 participants for Cultural Events.
3. Performance Duration (Max):
   
   1. 4 minutes and 30 secs for Dance, Music, Classical, Folk, etc.
   2. 8 minutes for Drama, Karaoke, Parai, Variety Programs, Special Dances, etc.
4. One Performance per Participant: Each participant may perform only once on stage, ensuring fair opportunities for all. Last-minute cancellations are to be avoided.
5. Registration Process: * Registrations will be processed in the order they are received and will close on April 04, 2026 or once the maximum number of entries is reached. Any registrations received after the deadline or once the limit is reached will be placed on a waiting list.
6. Song Selection: Participants must provide their song choices at the time of registration. Full songs cannot be repeated. A medley of up to 5 songs only allowed for the first two entries, but the ATM must approve all songs. Song requests cannot be changed after registration unless the ATM requests a change due to repeated songs.
7. Chitthirai Thiruvizha Highlighted Events: 
   
   1. In honor of the Chithirai Thiruvizha Festival, utilize props that highlight our rich culture and traditions. For example, traditional dance forms such as Karagattam, Oyilattam, Kavadi, and Parai are encouraged.
   2. We encourage participants to craft a drama or skit that reflects the authentic spirit of the Thai Thirunal festival.
8. Choreographer Requirements:
   
   1. Submit a group photo in costumes.
   2. Provide a 1-minute promo video. “Don’t let submission delays steal your views!”.
   3. Send these materials to cultural@atlantatamilmandram.org by April 10, 2026.
   4. Audio Files:
      1. 1. Audio File Requirements: Audio files must be submitted in MP3 format. The choreographer is responsible for audio quality.
         2. Audio/Transcript Submission: All audio files, scripts, or dialogues must be emailed to cultural@atlantatamilmandram.org by April 10, 2026.
9. Participant Details: Choreographers must provide the full names of participants (in both English and Tamil), and their registered email IDs, and send them to cultural@atlantatamilmandram.org by April 10, 2026.
10. Participation Fees:
    
    1. No fee for ATM members and their families.
    2. Non-members can join by becoming an ATM member or paying a $25 non-member fee  per person.
    3. Membership registration: https://atlantatamilmandram.org/member/
    4. Non-member fee: https://atlantatamilmandram.org/payment/
11. Membership Payment Deadline: The last date to pay membership fees is April 10, 2026.
12. Appropriateness of Content: All performance content (language, lyrics, attire) must be suitable for all age groups, in line with Tamil tradition, and should not be offensive or harmful to any group, community, or ethnicity.
13. Program Review: The cultural committee will review each program to ensure it meets quality standards and provide feedback by April 18 2026.
14. Program Coordinator Responsibility: All program coordinators and participants should report to the venue 30 minutes before the event. The performance order will be disclosed only on the event day to encourage and support all participants.
15. Timely Reporting: If participants do not report on time or if there are insufficient participants, the program will be automatically canceled.

Please note: The Atlanta Tamil Mandram (ATM) Cultural Committee reserves the right to accept or deny any programs for valid reasons. All decisions are final.

For further inquiries, please contact:

Email: cultural@atlantatamilmandram.org