Veliky Novgorod's "KORPUS 2" student dance battle drew over 400 spectators, featuring 16 soloists and 8 teams in an "All Styles" showdown.
The energy was palpable in Veliky Novgorod yesterday, September 28, 2026, as the NovSU INTC "Valdai" hosted the electrifying student battle-festival "KORPUS 2." This highly anticipated event drew an impressive crowd of over 400 spectators, all eager to witness the raw talent and explosive creativity of the region's burgeoning dance scene.
"KORPUS 2" served as a dynamic platform for 16 exceptionally skilled solo dancers and 8 formidable teams, all vying for supremacy in the "All Styles" format. From hip-hop to popping, house to contemporary, and everything in between, participants showcased a breathtaking array of techniques and innovative choreography. The battle structure, moving through a tournament bracket, ensured a high-stakes, improvisational spectacle that captivated the audience from start to finish.
A standout moment of the evening was the triumph of Anastasia Bayer, known by her stage name MARTISHKA, who clinched the "Solo" category title for an incredible second consecutive year. Her consistent excellence and undeniable stage presence solidified her status as a dominant force in student dance. The team category saw TRILL, comprising Alina Ivanova, Leonid Morkovin, and Ivan Lunin, emerge as champions, demonstrating exceptional synergy and innovative routines. The audience also had their say, with DIARUSS (Diana Rusetskaya) winning the Audience Choice Award and the VTB Bank Prize in the solo division, and team DИКИЕ (Nikol Frolova, Milana Krasilnikova, Ilya Kudryashov) earning the audience's favor and gifts from VTB in the team category.
The judging panel, a lineup of respected figures in the dance community including Ivan Timofeev from R3 breaking center, Tatyana Ivanova of J-dance studio, and Anastasia Nikolaeva, founder of Prime dance studio, had the challenging task of evaluating the diverse performances. Tatyana Ivanova remarked on the growing talent pool, noting, "The level of preparation of participants at NovSU is noticeably growing. It is especially valuable that not only experienced dancers but also beginners come to the floor: for them, this is an important step and an excellent opportunity to gain experience in a live competitive environment." Her words underscore the festival's crucial role in nurturing both seasoned and emerging artists.
The "KORPUS 2" festival is a testament to the vibrant and evolving dance culture in Veliky Novgorod, providing an essential arena for students to express themselves, hone their skills, and connect with a passionate community. Events like these are vital in fostering the next generation of dance innovators and performers.
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The "KORPUS 2" was a student battle-festival held at NovSU INTC "Valdai" in Veliky Novgorod on September 28, 2026, bringing together student dancers in an "All Styles" competition.
Anastasia Bayer, performing as MARTISHKA, secured her second consecutive victory in the solo category at the "KORPUS 2" dance battle.
