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CONTEST MECHANICS

  1. Every individual boy or girl whose age is between four (4) to seven (7) years old on the date of the Preliminary Screening schedule, photogenic / telegenic, cute & charming with pleasing personality, and talented, is eligible to join the SM Little Stars competition.
  2. The following are not eligible to join the SM Little Stars competition:
    1. Winners or placers from other similar contests within the duration of the previous calendar year until the current calendar year (2023-2024), of any company/sponsor and its affiliates with the same line of business or industry or in conflict with the business or industry of SM Supermalls and SM Retail Affiliates (SM Store, SM Markets and Toy Kingdom only)
    2. Boys and girls who have been contracted in any form or made arrangements (verbal or written) or of whatever nature or kind, by a print publication company, TV or cable network, talent management agency, or movie outfit, whose photo, appearance or performance will be printed, published, aired or shown (e.g. print advertisement, TV show, feature and/or advertisement or digital feature and/or advertisement) during the contest period from the Preliminary Screening, Regional Finals, Grand Finals and up to the last online airing date of SM Little Stars 2024 Grand Finals
    3. Boys and girls who have any commercial arrangement with any publication, talent or advertising outfit or of similar kind whose appearance or performance will be printed, published, aired or shown during the contest period from the Preliminary Screening, Regional Finals, Grand Finals and up to the last online airing date of SM Little Stars 2024 Grand Finals
    4. The top ten (10) winners from the previous years of the SM Little Stars competition.
      Notwithstanding the announcement as winner at any stage of the contest, any contestant found to be ineligible under the foregoing provision, shall immediately be informed and disqualified to participate at any stage of the contest, and/or shall have forfeited his/her prizes and title. Decision on eligibility and decision to disqualify a contestant based on eligibility is final.
  3. The application form can be downloaded from the SM Little Stars official website, www.smsupermalls.com/smlittlestars/. It will also be available at the Mall Administration Office (Marketing Department) at the participating SM mall branches.
  4. To join the contest, the following must be submitted to the Mall Administration Office (preregistration) or to the official event organizer during the Preliminary Screening schedule:
    1. Application Form – completely filled-up and signed by the parent/s (exercising parental authority) or guardian with appropriate authorization from the parent/s (exercising parental authority) of the contestant
    2. Original and photocopy of the contestant’s birth certificate (original copy will be returned after proper verification of the photocopy)
    3. Two (2) copies of 4R size photo of the contestant taken with light make-up only: one (1) close up shot and one (1) whole body shot
  5. Schedule of submission of the application form and requirements will be as follows:
    1. Pre-registration will start on June 5, 2024 10am to 6pm. Deadline of submission will vary depending on the contestant’s preferred schedule and/or venue of the Preliminary Screenings.
    2. On-the-day registration: 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, July 6, 7, 13, 14 | 10am to 2pm at the designated mall venue of the Preliminary Screenings.
      NOTE: Preliminary Screening proper will start at 10am; cut-off time for on-the-spot registration will be at 5pm.
    3. Preliminary Screening time: 10:00am, 1:00pm, 3:00pm, 5:00pm.
  6. For on-the-day registrants, the mall branch where his/her application form and requirements will be submitted shall automatically be the contestant’s audition venue.
  7. The contestant and the accompanying parent/s or guardian must be at the audition venue thirty (30) minutes before the start of the Preliminary Screenings for the briefing. Failure to arrive on time for the program proper and/or absence during the competition schedule shall be a ground for disqualification of the contestant.
  8. A pre-registered contestant must present the registration stub before the start of the Preliminary Screenings in the mall audition venue and schedule specified in the submitted application form. On-the-day registrants must secure their queuing number upon submission of the complete requirements.
  9. During the Preliminary Screening, each individual contestant will present his or her talent onstage. Light make-up with no red lipstick. The contestant should wear child-appropriate clothing, use kid-friendly music and lyrics, and will not be allowed to use props. This will be strictly implemented during the Preliminary Screenings of the competition.
  10. Each contestant will be given only a maximum of one (1) minute to perform his/her talent onstage. The performance maybe stopped depending on the circumstances and if deemed necessary after the one (1) minute time limit. Without any formal written complaint for disqualification, the announcement of the winner with the concurrence of DTI, is final. The decision of the judges, with the concurrence of DTI, pertaining to the eligibility, violation of the contest mechanics and General Rules and Regulations, and disqualification, is final.
  11. Each individual contestant shall choose ONE (1) talent from the three (3) talent categories: SINGING, DANCING and SPECIAL TALENT and shall perform the chosen talent at every stage of the competition (Preliminary Screening, Regional Finals and Grand Finals). Below are the only allowed performances under Special Talent category:
    GYMNASTICS HULA HOOP HUMAN BEATBOX
    BALANCING ACT JUGGLING VENTRILOQUIST
    MAGIC SHOW PAINTING / DRAWING JUMP ROPE ACT / YOYO ROUTINE
    ACROBATICS PLAYING AN INSTRUMENT* ACTING

    *The instrument and tool for the performance allowed under Section 12.2, must be provided by the contestant, including the freight and tuning costs that may be incurred.
  12. The rules & regulations for props will be as follows:
      1. The following stage props are STRICTLY NOT ALLOWED during the talent performance in the Preliminary Screening, Regional Finals and Grand Finals:
        1. Cane, gun, balls, box, banner, backdrop, fire-related / flammable material, or any similar material inappropriate, hazardous or poses risk to the contestant and to others
        2. Batons, machetes, knives, and other pointed objects
        3. Smoke or smoke-effect, balloons or confetti
        4. Real food
        5. Live animals
        6. Products with competitive branding
      2. No props during the Preliminary Screenings, except the following:
        1. Table (maximum measurement of 4 feet long and 1.5 feet wide), chair, lyric stand or microphone stand or any form of device used in playing a musical instrument; mat for dance or gymnastics; or similar item necessary for the delivery of the talent performance.
      3. Props will only be allowed during the talent performance in the Regional Finals and Grand Finals.
      4. Special effects and lighting requirements during the talent performance are not allowed at any stage of the competition.

      Without any formal written complaint for disqualification, the announcement of the winner by the judges, with the concurrence of DTI, is final. The decision of the judges, with the concurrence of DTI, pertaining to violation of the contest mechanics and General Rules and Regulations, and disqualification, is final.
  13. Stages of SM Little Stars 2024 are as follows:
    1. PRELIMINARY SCREENINGS
      1. The Preliminary Screening will be held in the following SM mall branches
        June 2024

        July 2024
      2. Selection of winners per mall cluster are as follows:
      3. The criteria for judging for the Preliminary Screenings will be as follows:
      4. A contestant who did not qualify for a particular mall branch may still join in the succeeding schedule of the Preliminary Screenings in other SM mall branches. A new set of application form and requirements must be submitted to the Mall Administration Office or to the official event organizer.
      5. During the Preliminary Screening, to accommodate the volume of participants, each individual contestant (along with parent/guardian) will be required to vacate the screening area after his/her talent performance.
      6. Those who will qualify for the Regional Finals after the Preliminary Screening will be announced online via www.smsupermalls.com/smlittlestars within five (5) days but not later than ten (10) days after the scheduled Preliminary screening of each participating mall. SCMC Marketing can inform all the winners via phone call and/or email. The list may also be posted in the official Facebook page of the SM Supermalls where the Preliminary Screening was conducted.
    2. REGIONAL FINALS
      1. The contestants who qualify for the Regional Finals of the competition have the option to attend the workshop. The schedule and venue of the workshop will be as follows:
        • Regional Finalists: July or August, either Friday or Saturday or Sunday | 10am-2pm at the mall where the cluster’s Regional Finals will be conducted.
      2. The Regional Finals will be held at the following SM mall branches:
      3. Each Regional Finalist will be given only a maximum of two (2) minutes to perform his/her talent onstage.
      4. Selection of winners per mall cluster are as follows:
      5. The criteria for judging for the Regional Finals will be as follows:
      6. The transportation, hotel accommodation, and other logistical costs to be incurred by the contestant during the Regional Finals must be shouldered by the parent/guardian.
    3. GRAND FINALS
      1. The contestants who qualify for the Grand Finals of the competition will be required to attend the workshop. The schedule and venue of the workshop will be as follows:
        • Grand Finalists: September 6, 2024 | 9am-5pm at the SM Prime Headquarters, MOA Square
      2. Each Grand Finalist will choose from the approved list of songs provided by the official event organizer to be used during the Grand Finals. The choice of music will be on a first come, first serve basis. No duplication of songs will be allowed.
      3. Each Grand Finalist will be given only a maximum of two (2) minutes to perform his/her talent onstage.
      4. SM Supermalls will shoulder the hotel accommodations of the twenty-eight (28) grand finalists with one (1) parent or guardian per contestant to compete for the Grand Finals.
        • All travel requirements, taxes, expenses, food, land transportation to, from and in Metro Manila, will be shouldered by the grand finalists and their accompanying parent or guardian.
        • SM Supermalls will shoulder the airfare expenses to and from Metro Manila of the grand finalists with one (1) parent or guardian per contestant to compete for the Grand Finals. This will be limited to finalists who will require air travel only.
      5. The Grand Finals and the awarding of prizes will be held on September 7, 2024 (3pm-5pm) at the Music Hall, SM Mall of Asia.
      6. During the entire contest period:
        • The contestants must be accompanied by any of the parents. If the contestant will be accompanied by a guardian, the following must be submitted:
          • A written authorization signed by both or one of the parents
          • A copy of the valid identification card (ID) of the guardian and the parent/s authorizing him/her
        • The parent or guardian must be responsible for the behavior, safety and welfare of the contestant, their personal belongings, and costs to be incurred due to their participation in the contest.
      7. The contestant and parent or guardian will be required to:
        • Follow the instructions of the SM Little Stars’ official event organizer, trainers, and instructors at all times
        • Abide by the General Rules and Regulation of the contest:
          • SM Supermalls, Shopping Center Management Corporation (SCMC), event organizers, employees, workers, trainers and instructors shall not be held responsible or liable for any accidents, injuries, harm, or loss of property suffered during the contest period, training or workshops, resulting from negligence, violation or failure to abide by the contest’s rules and regulations.
          • Parents and guardians shall be responsible for the care and safekeeping of their personal belongings and those of their children and wards, including but not limited to musical instruments, devices, and other paraphernalia. SM Supermalls, SCMC, event organizers, employees, workers, trainers and instructors shall not be held liable for any damage, loss of property and opportunity loss, arising therefrom.
      8. The SM Little Stars 2024 Grand Finals will be held at the Music Hall, SM Mall of Asia on September 7, 2024
      9. The criteria for judging for the Grand Finals will be as follows:
  14. Prizes
    List of prizes for the Regional Finals and Grand Finals will be as follows:

    1. The Gift Certificates and Gift Cards are transferable but not convertible to cash.
    2. The college scholarship grant and discounts that will be awarded to the top ten (10) grand finalists of the competition are transferable but not convertible to cash. The registration at National University after the Grand Finals shall be the responsibility of the parent/guardian.
    3. The trip to Korea that will be awarded is exclusive to the top ten (10) winners and finalists and chosen parent or guardian to be scheduled within the year 2024.
      1. All travel requirements, taxes, airfare expenses, food, transportation and hotel accommodation in Korea, excluding the passport application and issuance, of the grand finalists and their accompanying parent or guardian, will be shouldered by SM Supermalls, provided the contestants and their chosen companion have submitted the supporting documents within the deadline set by SM Supermalls.
      2. The Philippines shall be the country of origin in going to Korea.
      3. Failure to submit foregoing requirements and unavailability to join the trip for any reason, shall constitute waiver of the winners and finalists and chosen parent or guardian, to travel to Korea.
      4. The Trip to Korea for two are non-transferable and not convertible to cash.
    4. The Annual Pass Certificate for unlimited bowling game and skating is valid for one (1) year and is inclusive of free use of bowling and skating shoes. This can be availed on weekdays (Monday to Thursday) from 10:00AM to 2:00PM, and not valid on weekends (Friday to Sunday), holidays or during special events. This cannot also be used in conjunction with any other promos.
    5. The Regular Ride Tickets at SM by the BAY Amusement Park / Sky Ranch is valid for one (1) year and can be used in any rides without limitation of time or day
    6. The twenty percent (20%) prize tax for the cash grand prize shall be shouldered by SM Supermalls.
    7. Expenses for LTO registration and car insurance shall be shouldered by the grand winners.
    8. All cash prizes shall be paid in check in the name of the parent/guardian.
    9. Employees of Shopping Center Management Corporation (SCMC), their affiliates, sponsors, organizers, advertising agencies, and judges, including their relatives up to third degree of consanguinity or affinity, are not eligible to join this promotion.
    10. The decision of the judges, with the concurrence of DTI, pertaining to violation of the contest mechanics and General Rules and Regulations, is final. The decision to announce the winner by the judges, with the concurrence of DTI, is final.
    11. Refer to the General Rules and Regulations of the competition for more details.