RECITAL DETAILS

Saturday, May 31, 2025
9:30am, 11am, 2pm, 5pm
Hagee Communication Center at Nelson University (formerly SAGU)
499 E University Ave #401, Waxahachie, TX 75165

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CLASS LIST

See lists below for which recital(s) class level is performing in. Because there is some overlap between shows, please find your dancer’s name in Order of Show in the next section below.

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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

Thursday, May 29, 3:00pm (only 9:30am Performers)
Thursday, May 29, 5:30pm (only 11am Performers)
Friday, May 30, 4:00pm (only 2pm/5pm Performers)

• Dress Rehearsal will begin at the start time indicated above 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 the start time above, 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 to see all costume details.

• All other costumes, dance shoes, and properly 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 on the north side of the auditorium. Only ONE caregiver should be in the Check-In area to ensure a quick and safe process.

Call Times
9:30 am Recital: Call time will be 9:00 am for students.
11 am Recital: Call time will be 10:30 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.

PreK Creative Movement, Combo Class, and Level A Dancers: 

• Upon check-in, 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. For the safety of your dancer(s), 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 designated check-out area in the long hallway on the south side of the auditorium (near Einstein’s Bagel store). Parents or caregivers must present the nametag given at check-in to claim their dancer.

• After checking out your dancer, you can return to the lobby to take photos and enjoy time with family and friends who are in attendance.

Level B & C Dancers (*See below if you are in Company):

• Upon check-in, 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. For the safety of your dancer(s), 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 front of the stage to take pictures. A nametag must be presented to claim a dancer from the stage. No exceptions. After taking pictures, dancers should be returned to the front of the stage, where their nametag will be returned to you to be used for check-out. (If a caregiver is not present at the 2 pm show, your dancer will remain safely backstage with their helper.) 

• Dancers may not leave the venue between shows. See Important Notes below.

• After the 5 p.m. show, one parent or caregiver will check your dancer out at the designated check-out area in the long hallway on the south side of the auditorium (near the Einstein Bros Bagel store). Parents or caregivers must present the nametag given at check-in to claim their dancer.

• After checking out your dancer, you can return to the lobby to take photos and enjoy time with family and friends who are in attendance.

Levels 1-4 (*See below if you are in Company):

• ALL dancers are required to sign in at call time and sign out following the 5 p.m. show at the designated Check-In table in the long hallway on the north side of the auditorium. Parents or caregivers may accompany their dancer to check in and meet them there to check out. Please coordinate these arrangements with your dancer. 

• Dancers are required to remain at the venue between the 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. shows. See the Important Notes below.

*Movers & Shakers Dance Company Members:

• ALL company members are required to sign in and sign out at the Check-In/check-out table at the entrance to the backstage hallway when arriving and leaving the venue. Parents or caregivers can choose to accompany their dancer to check in and meet them there to check out. Please coordinate these arrangements with your dancer. 

• MSDC members may leave the venue after the 11:00 show for a short lunch break, but they must return to check in for the next show by 1:15.

• Company members cannot leave the venue between the 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. shows. See the Important Notes below.

• Please sign in and out each time you arrive or leave the venue.

Important Notes

• Dancers in the 2 p.m./5 p.m. 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. Between shows, dancers will be allowed to visit and take pictures in the auditorium, but they are not allowed to leave the venue.

• All students must 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 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.

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

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 PRACTICE VIDEOS

Practice Anytime, Anywhere!

Our instructors are uploading videos of each class dance so your dancer can practice at home. Just click the button below to access the video folder—and keep checking back! We’ll be adding new videos regularly.

If your dancer is in Levels A-4 and has to miss a class, it’s super important they watch the video and catch up on any choreography they missed. Regular attendance makes a big difference, especially as we get closer to recital time. Thanks for helping us make sure your dancer feels confident and ready to shine on stage!

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 FLOWERS
Order by May 30th at 9:30 am.

Make Your Dancer’s Day Extra Special 🌸

Pre-order a beautiful flower bouquet to celebrate your dancer’s big performance! Your pre-ordered bouquet will be ready and waiting for you at the recital venue—no need to scramble last-minute or worry about picking something up on your way. One less thing on your to-do list, and one more way to make your dancer feel celebrated!

✨ Pre-orders close on May 30th at 9:30am.
We’ll have a limited number of bouquets available for purchase at the venue, but to guarantee your flowers, reserve yours now by clicking the button below!

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 PROGRAM SHOUT-OUTS

Order by May 17th.

Whether you are a parent, grandparent, aunt, or anyone else, a recital program shout-out is a sweet way to show your dancer how proud you are of their hard work.

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

This year, we’re keeping things simple and eco-friendly by offering virtual recital programs only. You’ll be able to easily view the program from your phone or device on recital day!

However, if you’d love to have a printed keepsake, we’ve got you covered! You can pre-order a printed copy for just $5 per program by signing up below. Printed copies will be available for pick-up at the recital.

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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 RECITAL SPONSORSHIPS

Due dates are May 2 and May 16.
(click button for details)

Interested in becoming a sponsor for Danceworks’ recital? Sponsorship perks include advertising, complimentary tickets, and more! Click the button below to learn more and register.

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TICKETS

Ticket sales open March 31st for Danceworks families.

We offer reserved seating 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 (9:00am, 10:30am, 1:30pm, 4:30pm). Tickets will also be available for purchase onsite the day of the show. 

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! The email will come from no-reply@dancerecitalticketing.com)

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PHOTO & VIDEO

In-studio Photography

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

Saturday, April 26
Saturday, May 3
Saturday, May 10

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.

Photo & Video on Recital Day

There will be professional photography during dress rehearsals, 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

Order t-shirts by April 25th for guaranteed arrival by recital day.

Recital t-shirts feature the 2025 Recital logo printed on a soft black shirt (District brand).

This shirt is perfect for students, parents, grandparents, friends, siblings, and anyone else wanting to commemorate this special day for your dancer!

Order your recital t-shirt by clicking the button below! Pre-orders will close 4/25 at midnight. Orders placed on 4/26 or later will be available for pickup at the studio after the recital day (dates and times for pickup to be announced).

Order printed programs by May 16th.

This year, we’re keeping things simple and eco-friendly by offering virtual recital programs only. You’ll be able to easily view the program from your phone or device on recital day!

However, if you’d love to have a printed keepsake, we’ve got you covered! You can pre-order a printed copy for just $5 per program by clicking the link below. Printed copies will be available for pick-up at the recital.

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