Recital Information
**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!**
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 helps to build poise and self-confidence in every dancer.
TIPS FOR RECITAL DAY:
- Wrinkly tu-tus or tulle skirts? Hang upside down in the bathroom - the steam from showers will soften the wrinkles. Hanging it upside down will keep it full and fluffy.
- Scuff marks on leather shoes? Mr. Clean Magic Eraser really is magic!
- Label everything with your name! (Shoes, bags, camera cases, etc)
- Doors open 45 minutes before shows begin - dancers should arrive with hair and make-up already done.
- For multiple costume changes, keep each costume on a hanger with all its accessories in a ziplock baggie (tights, hairpieces, gloves, etc).
- Dancers have their own assigned seating with their class. Kinderdancers (3-5 year olds) may sit with their familes AFTER they have performed.
2011 Recital Dates: June 4 & 5 at The Palace Theatre, Albany, NY (directions)
2011 Rehearsals: May 17, 2011 - Rehearsals will be held at Averill Park High School (directions)
May 19 & 20, 2011 - Rehearsals will be held at Genet Elementary School
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 11, 2010. The balance is due in March 2011. Please check with the office if you have a question about your costume fee or order.
To make your life easier, 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.
2011 Picture Viewing Days:
W Sand Lake: June 7, 2011
E Greenbush: June 8 & 9, 2011
Our photographer returns to the studio on Viewing Day with the photo 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.
2012 Picture Days:
W Sand Lake: TBA
E Greenbush: TBA
Class photos are taken at the studio during class time by our professional photographer, Denis Nally. There is no obligation to purchase these photos nor is there a sitting fee. We take a group photograph which will be displayed in the studio followed by individual or small group photos. We ask that for small groups and individual photos, please only use our photographer's time if you intend to purchase the photos.
On Picture Day: Students should have their hair neatly done. Older students may choose to wear light make-up. Please arrive in costume, as we have limited changing areas, unless your teacher instructs 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.
2011 Information: Recital Tickets go on sale May 16, 2011 through recital weekend. 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.
THE AD DEADLINE FOR THE 2011 PROGRAM HAS PASSED.
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.