Dear Starters,

A League-based talent performance activity, where Starters practice together, coordinate, and get ready to shine on the Connect & Shine Gala Night stage.

Each League is led by GMTs and Co-leaders, coming together to connect collective strength, break boundaries, and create unforgettable highlights in this year’s Connect & Shine season.

⭐ League #Connection

Leaders: CamVTD – COO of VNGGames | HawkinsP – Head of Publishing Platform

Co-leader: HuongLTT – Business Intelligence Manager

⭐ League #Player

Leaders: ThangLX – Head of Publishing, Vietnam | Chris Liu – Head of Business Development & Partnerships

Co-leader: KimTLT – Marketing Manager, GS2

⭐ League #BeGlobal

Leaders: MinhLTH – CFO of VNGGames | David Chu – Head of Publishing, East Asia

Co-leader: KhoaHD2 – Head of Game Studio TSN

⭐ League #NextQuest

Leaders: PhuongBM – Head of Global Game Development | HungNP – Head of Publishing, SEA

Co-leader: TrangPNT – Marketing Manager, GS9

DETAILED RULES

1. Team Formation

- Each team must have at least 10–12 performers, with no maximum limit.

- Departments will be evenly distributed into 4 teams; GMTs act as the spiritual leaders of each team.

- Within 07 days from the announcement date, teams must submit their official performer list to the Organizing Committee (OC).

- Teams may organize internal auditions if needed.

- Diverse team structures are encouraged: main performers – supporting performers – props support – technical support.

- The spirit and content of each performance must strictly follow the master concept: CONNECT & SHINE.

2. Performance Requirements

- Duration: Maximum 10 minutes per team.

- Prohibited: fire, water, hazardous chemicals, sharp props.

- Music must be submitted to the OC at least 05 days in advance for sound & lighting technical checks.

- Multiple art forms are encouraged: dance, band, singing, skit, cosplay, LED, props, etc.

- Each team must have 01 “Shine Moment” – the most outstanding climax of the performance.

Core values to be consistently expressed: WE CONNECT – WE GROW – WE SHINE.

3. Props & Stage

3.1. Rehearsal Phase

- Teams arrange rehearsals independently based on their own schedules.

- Outstanding talents may submit showcase clips for the OC to use as League teaser content.

- The 4 Leagues must submit their overall concept and props/stage requirements to the OC before 30/12/2026.

3.2. Gala Night

- The 4 coaching teams must submit stage concepts and requirements to the OC before 15/01/2026.

- All props must pass safety approval by the OC before 20/01/2026.

- Official rehearsal period: 01/01 – 27/01/2026.

During the performance, teams must clearly express the spirit of the 4 main event hashtags: #Connection #BeGlobal #Player #NextQuest

4. Safety & Technical Requirements

- Strictly prohibited: flammable/explosive materials, toxic smoke, slippery substances.

- No structures higher than 2 meters without secure anchoring.

- Props must be lightweight, easy to move, and safe for performance.

- Visual systems (LED, laser, beam) are set up by the OC.

- Each team must assign 01 person in charge of props safety.

- All submitted clips must comply with technical guidelines.

SCORING MECHANISM

Total score: 100 points, divided into 2 groups.

1. GMT + OC (70%) – Professional Evaluation

A. Concept & Storytelling – 25 points

Evaluation criteria:

- Clear storyline with a meaningful message.

- Effectively portrays the journey Connect → Grow → Shine.

- Smooth performance flow: opening – climax – ending.

- Performance elements (dance, singing, skit, etc.) are well connected and supportive.

Excellence in this category enhances emotional engagement and strengthens overall performance results.

B. Performance & Teamwork – 25 points

Evaluation criteria:

- Performance skills (singing, acting, dancing, band, timing).

- Formation consistency.

- Coordination between performer groups.

- Stage energy and adaptability.

A key category, as CONNECT & SHINE strongly emphasizes teamwork.

C. Visual & Creativity – 15 points

Evaluation criteria:

- Costumes with a unified concept.

- Creativity of props.

- Effective use of visual/LED elements.

- Fresh and distinctive staging ideas.

Bonus points for teams investing strongly in creativity.

D. Shine Moment – 5 points

Evaluation criteria:

- Does it create a WOW effect?

- Does it reflect We Connect – We Grow – We Shine?

- Is it logically placed within the story flow?

- Effective use of sound, visuals, and artistic techniques?

The Shine Moment is the brand signature of each team.

2. Audience Voting (30%) – Emotional & Engagement-Based

Method:

- Each attendee has 01 vote via QR code.

- Voting opens after all 4 teams perform, or after each performance.

- Votes are automatically recorded via QR – Google Form.

Vote-to-score conversion: Team vote score = (Team votes / Total votes) × 30

Example:

Total votes = 500

Team 3 score = (200 / 500) × 30 = 12 points

Team 1 score = (120 / 500) × 30 = 7.2 points

COMPETITION AWARDS & PRIZES

If you have any questions related to the event, please contact the Organizing Committee representative via the HoaNDH (Na) domain for quick support.