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 October 12, 2025, 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. Repetition of song is allowed for the first 2 entries only. For Medley only 5 songs can be chosen. ATM must approve all the songs. Song requests cannot be changed after registration unless ATM requests a change due to repeated songs.

7. Diwali Cultural Highlights: To celebrate the Festival of Lights, please showcase our rich heritage. Participants are encouraged to use traditional attire or props and to perform cultural activities such as traditional dances, music, or skits that capture the true spirit of Diwali.

8. Choreographer Requirements:

   1. Submit a group photo in costumes.

   2. Provide a 1-minute promo video.

   3. Send these materials to cultural@atlantatamilmandram.org by October 19, 2025.

   4. Audio File Requirements: Audio files must be submitted in MP3 format. The choreographer is responsible for audio quality.

   5. Audio/Transcript Submission: All audio files, scripts, or dialogues must be emailed to cultural@atlantatamilmandram.org by October 15, 2025.

9. Participant Details: Choreographers are required to submit the full names of each participant in both English and Tamil, along with their registered email addresses, during registration. Failure to do so may result in being placed on the waiting list or receiving a final opportunity on the day of the event.

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 October 12, 2025.

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 October 19  2025.

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: cultural@atlantatamilmandram.org