Recital Information
The annual recitals are held in June to end our school year. Participation in the recital is optional; however for most students, it is the highlight of the year. After a student has worked hard all year, it is a feeling of personal accomplishment to perform on stage beautifully costumed before family and friends. This special stage experience also helps build poise and self-confidence.
**PICTURE REQUEST: Have dance pictures from class this year? We need pictures for our recital slideshow (playing before each show)! Email or drop them off on a CD or removable storage at the studio!**
2010 Recital Dates: Saturday June 5 @ 1 & 5:30pm | Sunday June 6 @ 1 & 5:30pm
2010 Rehearsal Dates: Mon. May 17 (EG) | Wed. May 19 (WSL) | Fri. May 21 (EG)
Recitals: The Palace Theatre, Albany, NY (directions)
Rehearsals: E. Greenbush rehearsals will be held at Maple Hill High School (directions)
West Sand Lake rehearsals will be held at Averill Park High School (directions)
For each class, we measure and order a recital costume for students. Students are measured during class in November and December and costume orders are placed by the studio in early January. A $25 costume deposit is due December 1, 2009. The balance is due April 1, 2010. Please check with the office if you have a question about your costume fee or order.
This year, tights are included with your recital costume if your teacher chooses!
Students with overdue balances may not take their costumes home until the balance is paid. Once we place costume orders in January, students are responsible for any balance due. In addition, please check with your teacher to find out what accessories and hairstyle they would like for the recital performance.
2010 Picture Viewing Days:
W Sand Lake: June 8, 4-7pm
E Greenbush: June 9 & 10, 3-8pm
Our photographer returns to the studio on Viewing Day with all the proofs. Don't forget to sign up for your picture viewing time on picture day. You can view all of your photos, choose your favorites and place an order with him. If you missed picture viewing day, please email or call the studio.
2010 Picture Days:
W Sand Lake: April 26 - May 1, 2010
E Greenbush: May 3-8, 2010
Class photos are taken at the studio during class time. There is no obligation to purchase these photos nor is there a sitting fee. Our students have the opportunity to be professionally photographed . Students have the option of having individual or small group photos taken, but please only use our photographer's time if you intend to purchase these photos.
On Picture Day: Students should wear light make-up and have their hair neatly done. Please arrive in costume, as we have limited changing areas, unless your teacher says otherwise. Parents are allowed in the classroom at the discretion of the photographer and teacher. CAMERAS (of any kind) ARE PROHIBITED IN CLASSROOMS ON PICTURE DAY.
Recital Tickets are currently on sale now through recital weekend (June 5 & 6). Tickets are $11 in advance and $15 at the door and seating in not assigned (it is first come, first serve). Families who must attend more than one recital due to scheduling conflicts will receive two (2) complimentary tickets for the second show. Families with outstanding balances on their account are unable to purchase tickets.
Adding to the theater experience, a professional program is prepared for our Recital. The program (which each ticket holder receives free of charge) lists each dance and every performer. It also contains bios of our graduating seniors, well wishes from parents and 5, 10 & 15 year student recognition.
Within the program, advertising spaces are offered for sale, where local businesses (or parents) can wish the dancers luck on their performance. Please ask at the office if you are interested in advertising in our program. Click here to purchase a one-line good luck message.