RECITAL DETAILS

Saturday, June 1, 2024
10am, 2pm, 5pm
Hagee Communication Center at SAGU

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CLASS LIST

See lists below for which recital(s) your dancer is performing in.

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ORDER OF SHOW

Please view the order of show below to see which costume your dancer will need to arrive in.

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 DRESS REHEARSAL

Tuesday, May 28, 5-8 pm (only 10am Performers)
Thursday, May 30, 5-9 pm (only 2pm/5pm Performers)

• Dress Rehearsal will begin at 5pm inside the auditorium at Hagee Communication Center on your designated day. (See heading above for the day your performer will rehearse.)

• Please arrive 5-10 min. early if you will be putting your dancer’s costume on at the venue. We will begin promptly at 5pm, and you will miss important information if you are in the restroom dressing your dancer.

• Students will NOT have a backstage helper for dress rehearsal, so please make sure you or someone else stays to help them change. Please arrive with hair and makeup done and all costumes/costume pieces ready to wear.

• There are spacious restrooms in the lobby and on either side of the auditorium that may be used for changing.

• No food or drinks are permitted inside the auditorium, but dancers may bring and eat quick snacks in the lobby between dances if necessary.

• Dancers may leave after they rehearse their final dance. 

Please Note: It is required for all dancers to wear a tan, thin strap leotard under all costumes. You can order one on Nimbly by clicking here or purchase a similar one at another retailer.

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 RECITAL DAY-OF PROCEDURE

Backstage & What to Bring

• We will have backstage helpers for your child so you can sit back and enjoy the show. Please bring your dancer dressed in their first costume with hair and makeup done. Refer to the Order of Show to find your dancer’s first number and the Costume Details handout or your Parent Portal to see all costume details.

• All other costumes, dance shoes, and proper colored tights should be on hangers or in a bag or small suitcase. Please make sure to label EVERYTHING, including the bag, tights, shoes, accessories, and any personal items, such as water bottles, with your dancer’s name. Do NOT bring any valuable or special personal items from home, as these things tend to get lost in the backstage shuffle.   

Check-In/Out

At call time (see below), you will check your dancer in at the designated Check-In table in the long hallway next to the auditorium. Only ONE caregiver should be in the Check-In/Out area to maintain a quick and safe process.

Call Times
10 am Recital: Call time will be 9:15 am for students.
2 pm/5 pm Recital: Call time will be 1:15 pm for students.

Continue reading for specific instructions for each level.

Creative Movement and Combo Classes: Parents/Caregivers will be given a matching nametag, which will be required at Check-Out. Dancers will be assigned to a helper and taken to their dressing room. No adults outside of authorized Danceworks Event Staff will be allowed to accompany dancers to the dressing room area.

• After the recital, one parent or caregiver will check your dancer out at the same table. Parents or caregivers will be required to present the nametag given at check-in to claim their dancer.

Levels A, B, & C: Parents/Caregivers will be given a matching nametag, which will be required at Check-Out. Dancers will be assigned to a helper and taken to their dressing room. No adults outside of authorized Danceworks Event Staff will be allowed to accompany dancers to the dressing room area.

• After the 2 pm show, ONE parent/caregiver may claim their dancer from the stage to take pictures in exchange for their nametag. After taking pictures, please return your dancer to the stage, where your nametag will be returned to you again to be used for check-out. (If a caregiver is not present at the 2 pm show, your dancer will remain with their helper.)

• After the 5 p.m. show, parents/caregivers will check their dancers out at the same Check-In/out table in the long hallway beside the auditorium. To claim their dancer, parents/Caregivers will be required to present the nametag given at check-in.

Levels 1-4: ALL dancers are required to sign in at call time and sign out following the 5 pm show at the Check-In/Out table in the long hallway next to the auditorium. It is the parent’s/caregiver’s choice to accompany their dancer to check in and meet them there to check out.

Company Members: ALL company members are required to sign in at call time and sign out following the 5 pm show at the Check-In/Out table in the long hallway next to the auditorium. It is the parent’s/caregiver’s choice to accompany their dancer to check in and meet them there to check out.

Important Notes

• Dancers in the 2 pm/5 pm Recitals are required to remain at the venue between shows. Please send them with a snack and water bottle. Try to avoid messy food that could stain their costumes. Dancers will be allowed to visit and take pictures in the auditorium between shows, but they are not allowed to leave the venue.

• All students are required to stay for the entire length of their show(s) unless Danceworks staff has been previously notified. If a circumstance requires your dancer to leave before the end of their show, please notify us IN WRITING before dress rehearsal. 

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 COSTUMES

It is required for all dancers to wear a tan, thin strap leotard under all costumes. Please wear tights on the outside of this leotard. In other words, the tan leotard is the first layer. You can order one on Nimbly by clicking the button below or purchase a similar one at another retailer.

Please label EVERYTHING with your dancer’s name, including tights, accessories, and shoes! See your Costume Details handout or the Parent Portal (Info > Costumes) for more details on shoes, tights, accessories, etc. for your dancer’s specific classes. Shoes and tights may be ordered through our online store Nimbly. Alternatively, you may purchase from a retailer of your choice. Suggestions include Amazon (Capezio Tights: Colors-Ballet Pink & Suntan), or going to local dance stores such as Dancewear Etc. in Cedar Hill.

Note: To view costume details in the Parent Portal, go to Info > Costumes.

Please ensure your costumes are wrinkle-free by recital time. We know it is tempting for your dancers, especially younger ones, to play in their costumes. We highly recommend having one "fashion show" for your family and then placing the costume on a hanger in a closet until dress rehearsal.

If you have pets, take special care to protect your costumes (shiny sequins and fluffy tutus can look quite tempting to furry friends!). Some costumes come in a hanging bag from the manufacturer and may be kept hanging in that bag.

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 HAIR & MAKEUP

It is important that dancers have the correct hair and make up for recital. Please make sure that hair and makeup are done BEFORE coming to the venue as dressing room space is limited.

Makeup

Makeup is a must for all dancers in all dance performances. Stage lights tend to wash out facial features, but makeup helps to mitigate that effect. Basic makeup requirements are:

neutral color eye shadow (shades of brown)
cheek color
lip color (shades of pink or red)
black mascara (optional for younger students)
black eyeliner (optional for younger students)

Hair

Refer to the Costume Details handout or the Parent Portal (Info > Costumes) for the specific hairstyle your dancer should have for each dance.

For ballet buns, the bun should be placed on the middle or low part of the back of the head. Click the button below to see a tutorial video for making a perfect ballet bun! Hint: Your bun should resemble a cinnamon roll; it should not look like a doorknob or a donut.

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 PRACTICE VIDEOS

Instructors will be submitting class videos so that students may practice their dances at home. Click the button below to access the videos folder. Check back often as instructors will be adding videos on an ongoing basis. 

Dancers in Levels A-4 who are absent from class are expected to watch the video and learn the choreography they miss. It is vital that your dancer(s) attend class regularly in preparation for the recital. Thank you for helping us to ensure your dancer is confident onstage!

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 FLOWERS

Order by May 17th.

You can pre-order flowers for your dancer! These flower bouquets will be ready and waiting for you at the venue on the day of the recital, so it’s one less thing you will have to worry about that day. Just visit the Parent Portal (Shop > Store > Flowers)! Orders close on 5/17.

We will have a few extra bouquets for sale the day of, but for guaranteed flowers, please purchase by clicking the button below.

Note: After logging in to the Parent Portal, go to Shop > Store > Flowers.

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 PROGRAM ADS
(SPONSORSHIPS & DANCER SHOUTOUTS)

Order by May 17th.

Whether you are a parent, grandparent, aunt, or anyone else, a recital program ad is a sweet way to show your dancer how proud you are of their hard work. Alternatively, it’s a wonderful way to promote your business!

Danceworks is accepting program ad submissions until May 17th. Just click the button below to fill out the order form! Pricing and details are as follows.

IMPORTANT NOTE: You must submit the order form above AND complete the transaction separately in our online store. To complete your purchase, log in to the Parent Portal here, click Shop > Store > Program Shoutouts & Sponsorship. Add your program ad to your cart and then check out.

Slideshow Add-on
+ $15
For an additional $15 fee, your shout-out or sponsorship ad can be featured in our recital slideshow, which is displayed on the screens in the recital auditorium. This add-on is compatible with any size program ad purchase above.

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TICKETS

Ticket sales open May 6th for Danceworks families.

We offer reserved seating this year so that you can choose your exact location in the auditorium. Tickets start at $12 each. Children 2 and under do not need a ticket unless they will need a seat in the auditorium. Doors will open 30 minutes before the show (9:30am, 1:30pm, 4:30pm). Tickets will also be available for purchase onsite the day of the show. 

Starting May 6th, Danceworks families can purchase tickets through the Parent Portal (Shop > Tickets). Click the button below!

Starting May 20th, sales will be open to the general public, so anyone can purchase tickets by clicking the button below.

Discounts
You are eligible for a coupon code if…

• your dancer is a graduating senior

• your dancer is in Movers & Shakers Dance Company

• your family has multiple dancers who are performing in separate shows from each other

(Coupon codes will be emailed prior to ticket sales opening, so keep an eye on your inbox!)

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PHOTO & VIDEO

In-studio Photography

Justin Williams will be taking professional photos of the dancers at our studio on:

Saturday, May 4
Saturday, May 11
Saturday, May 18

Use the button below to sign up for a time slot. Each time slot is 10 minutes and includes 2 costumes and a one-time digital download of 6-8 high resolution photos. If you want more than 2 costumes, you need to sign up for an additional spot. Cost is $45 per time slot.

Need help remembering what time slot you reserved or need to change your reservation? Check your inbox for a confirmation email from noreply@jotform.com.

Photo & Video on Recital Day

There will be professional photography on the day of recital, and the photos will be available for purchase (as a digital download) after the recital.

A digital download of the recital video will be available after recital. We will notify you by email when the video becomes available.

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MERCHANDISE

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 FILM COMPETITION

"Lights, Cameras, Dance!"

Share Your Dance Story in Our Film Competition - The Winning Film Takes Center Stage at the Movies in Motion Dance Recital!

See the movie-making competition rules below.

Eligibility:
Participants must be Danceworks students between the ages of 8 and 18 years old at the time of submission.

Teams can consist of individuals or groups, with a maximum of 5 members per team.

Parents are encouraged to actively support and guide their dancers in making their movies. However, the goal is for dancers to take ownership of the challenge.  

Theme:
The movie must revolve around the participants' dance journey at Danceworks.

Themes can include personal growth, teamwork, overcoming challenges, or any positive aspect related to dance.

Duration:
The movie should have a minimum duration of 3 minutes and a maximum duration of 5 minutes.

Genres:
Participants are free to choose any genre for their movie, such as documentary, drama, comedy, or musical.

Recording Devices:
Participants may only use smartphones for recording and editing.

Submission Deadline:
The deadline for submitting the movies will be April 22, 2024. Late submissions will not be considered.

Format:
Movies should be submitted in a digital format (MP4, MOV, etc.) with a resolution of at least 720p.

Judging Criteria:
Creativity and originality
Adherence to the theme
Production quality (video and audio)
Storytelling and emotional impact
Overall entertainment value

Prizes:
Prizes will be awarded to the top three movies, including gift cards and dance merchandise.

The grand prize winner will have their movie featured in the Movies in Motion Recital Performance.

Public Voting:
The top 3 finalists will advance to a social media voting contest, where our Danceworks families and followers will decide the WINNER! 

Code of Conduct:
All content must be positive and respectful. Any inappropriate material will lead to disqualification.

Rights:
Danceworks reserves the right to use the submitted movies for promotional purposes with proper credits to the creators.

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