We ask that dancers attend all their classes leading up to the show so that they are consistently learning with their fellow dancers.  This is important for their confidence on stage as well as knowing how to be spaced with their fellow dancers.

• Make sure you have appropriate colored shoes and tights for your dancer that are in good condition for show day.  Ask your teacher or the front desk if you need further information on these details. All items can be purchased through our dance boutique, Dance 2-Tu:

  COMBO DANCERS ONLY: Pink tights no matter if they’re doing tap or ballet.

  PRE LEVELS & UP:

• Ballet shoes should be pink for girls and black for boys

• Jazz shoes should be tan

• Tap shoes should be black

• Tights:  ballet pink for ballet, tan for jazz and tap, tan footless for lyrical/contemporary

• Dress rehearsal: your dancers should come to the dance studio in costume with full make up and hair done.  Again, see below for the bun tutorial.

• Choreography Videos
  Dancers are responsible to collect a recording device from their adult so their teacher can film the routine. Dance 1 does not facilitate the distribution of videos, but we encourage families to share recordings with one another (AirDrop is a great option).
  Exception: Combo 2/3, 3, 4 and 5 class choreography will be filmed by Dance 1, and you can find access at the bottom of this page. We encourage all youth and adult dancers to review their choreography at home to feel confident and prepared for recital.

• Our philosophy is to provide a well-rounded dance education, not just rehearse for a show. Choreography is taught in the last 5–10 minutes of class to build technique, memory, musicality, and teamwork. Please encourage your dancer to practice at home for confidence on show day.

• Costumes :  On or around December 10th, hang your costumes up so that the wrinkles can release. You should NOT use an iron.  

• If you would like to volunteer, please let us know.  We need parent volunteers to assist our dancers for lineup and costume changes and to assist with our younger Combo dancers.

SHOW DAY

Call time (the time your dancer should arrive) is 30 minutes before show time. There are TWO (2) shows so please make sure you know which show your dancer will be performing in. Please allow extra time to arrive and park.  Costume, hair and makeup often take longer than expected. Dancers will need to check in when they arrive. We ask for 1 adult per dancer at check-in. No water bottles can be taken inside, but water will be provided for all dancers backstage. Any items left at the theater will not be collected. Please follow signs to the rear of theater, at the loading dock.

• Important: Please do not allow your dancer to wear his or her dance shoes to or from the theater. Dancers will carry their dance shoes in as Dance 1 Staff and parent volunteers will assist with shoe changes in the theater.

• All dancers remain backstage before and after performing until the final bow. Combo dancers enjoy the show on backstage monitors and stay entertained with coloring, crafts, and games.

• Finally, we invite you to enjoy the remainder of the show with your family. A dancer’s participation is much more than the time spent on stage.  It is a whole experience, an opportunity to share something with loved ones, and a chance to celebrate a huge accomplishment.  Please stay and enjoy the rest of the show… let your dancer experience other genres and levels of mastery.

As always, you can talk to your teacher or the front desk if you have any questions.