Ambassadors & International Jury
Guided by the icons of Ethiopian traditional dance and adjudicated by an esteemed panel of world choreographers.
Dr. Muluken Tadesse
Author of landmark research on Ethiopian rhythmic structures and regional dance anthropology with over 25 years of adjudicating national cultural festivals.
- Performance
- Technique
- Musicality
- Choreography
- Creativity
- Originality
- Difficulty
- Overall Impact
Dr. Muluken Tadesse
Author of landmark research on Ethiopian rhythmic structures and regional dance anthropology with over 25 years of adjudicating national cultural festivals.
- Shoulder & Neck Isolation Technique
- Rhythmic Precision with Kebero Beats
- Cultural Authenticity
Zelalem Mekonnen
Technique, Choreography, Stage Presence, Artistic Impact
- Technique
- Choreography
- Stage Presence
- Artistic Impact
Amara Diallo
Internationally acclaimed choreographer specializing in African street styles, urban theatrical compositions, and movement directing for global artists.
- Choreographic Innovation
- Spatial Awareness & Staging
- Dynamic Expression & Energy
Amara Diallo
Internationally acclaimed choreographer specializing in African street styles, urban theatrical compositions, and movement directing for global artists.
- Performance
- Technique
- Musicality
- Choreography
- Creativity
- Originality
- Difficulty
- Overall Impact
Selamawit Gizaw
Choreographed major music videos for leading East African artists, fusing Afrobeats, Amapiano, and traditional Eskista grooves for digital audiences.
- Viral Choreography Appeal
- Sync & Execution Cleanliness
- Musicality & Timing
Selamawit Gizaw
Choreographed major music videos for leading East African artists, fusing Afrobeats, Amapiano, and traditional Eskista grooves for digital audiences.
- Performance
- Technique
- Musicality
- Choreography
- Creativity
- Originality
- Difficulty
- Overall Impact
David O'Connor
International producer promoting African stage dance on European stages, with a passion for emerging Ethiopian contemporary artists.
- Performance
- Technique
- Musicality
- Choreography
- Creativity
- Originality
- Difficulty
- Overall Impact
David O’Connor
International producer promoting African stage dance on European stages, with a passion for emerging Ethiopian contemporary artists.
- Stage Presence & Charisma
- Audience Engagement
- Artistic Originality