Recital
Frequently Asked Questions
What time are dancers required to arrive at the theater?
We recommend 45 minutes early as we us the 30 minutes leading up to the show to bring some groups on stage for choreography blocking. Dancers should be backstage at least 30 minutes before the show. Parents will drop them at the check in table in the hall near the dressing room and bathrooms just off the lobby area. Please do not go into the dressing room with them because it will get very crowded.
What does my dancer wear to the show?
They should NOT arrive wearing their costume! Costumes are uncomfortable and can get damaged easily. Ballet dancers should arrive in their dance practice clothes (the required pink tights, black leo) with their ballet costume on a hangar. Some of the rented tap costumes go OVER the black leotard. They should also have a cover up to put over the costume while waiting or eating in it. If they have a bodyliner (nude leotard), that can go under the black leotard. Some dancers choose to wear a nude leotard for modesty as they change costumes.
Can we buy tickets at the door?
Yes, as long as the show is not sold out. We highly recommend buying tickets ahead of time. Purchase Tickets
Can we buy tights at the shows?
Yes, we will bring tights for sale in case of last minute need!
Where can we pick up our photos at the shows?
We will have a table set up to the right of our check in with the professional photos taken of your dancers and ordered through “Moments in Time” photography.
Items to consider stocking in your dancer’s show dance bag (label everything):
- Hairspray, Bobby pins, safety pins, bandaids
- Hairnets/hair elastics in color closest to hair color
- Make-up remover (wipes are easy!)
- Makeup box in case the dressing room parent needs to touch up or fix make-up
- A small towel/blanket to lay out and organize their space
- Extra tights, if tights are being worn as part of the costume
- Water bottle, dry snacks like crackers and nuts (not peanuts) No orange colored snacks!
- A robe or extra large button-up shirt to put over costume or under garments in case dancers run to the bathroom, or eat or drink water in the hall
- A book, cards, quiet games, coloring book
What is the run time of the show?
The show runs approximately 2 hrs 15 mins and includes a 30 minute intermission.
Can I pick my dancer up early?
If it is absolutely necessary to leave early, please try to do it during intermission so as not to disturb others and the video recording. If you leave early your dancer will miss final bows.
How will you be dismissing the dancers?
Dancers age 8 or younger, will be dismissed on stage. After bows, they will return to the dressing room and get their stuff. We will then lead them back to the stage and they will wait onstage for you. Dancers age 9 and older will come out to the lobby to find you. Characters will stay on the stage if anyone would like to take pictures after each show.
Will you be selling snacks or flowers?
We will be selling flowers, snacks and cold waters before and after the shows and during intermission.
Can we eat food in the dressing room?
No. Only water is allowed. However, if the dancer needs to eat, she should take her food out to the hallway. Dancers never eat with their costume on! Bring something to wear over it if you must eat or drink while wearing a costume. Please do not bring orange colored snacks like cheetos that will ruin costumes and stain hands and faces.
What will my little dancer be doing during the waiting time to get onstage?
The dressing rooms are well supervised. We will have games and coloring pages. The time actually goes pretty fast for them.
How should my dancer do her hair and makeup?
In May we will have a book at the front desk with this class specific information that was provided by each teacher. Having said that, putting hair in a bun is usually the best bet. Young dancers need lipstick, eyeliner, blush, mascara, and sometimes eyebrow pencil. For girls age 8 and younger, please don’t send lipstick with them. Their lipstick should be put on just before they arrive. Below are some tutorials for reference but don’t feel they need to be followed to perfectly 🙂
Bun Tutorial
Recital Makeup Tutorial (young dancers)
Recital Makeup Tutorial (intermediate/advanced dancers)
My family member is in a wheelchair or is frail.
We like to sit handicapped people first. Please see a Greeter when you arrive.
What if my dancer has lost her shoes or something else at the show?
We will have a lost and found box that will be on the check in table in the hallway.
Will the show be professionally videotaped?
Yes, each show will be taped, edited, and provided to families as a digital download. If you would like to purchase an additional show video in the form of a DVD please reach out to us. That is available to families.
Where do volunteers go?
Dressing room volunteers go to the check in table where students are dropped off and get a name tag and find out their room assignment. Please arrive 45 min before the show. Greeters check in at the Will Call window to get programs. Greeters should arrive 30 minutes before the show and need to stay for 5-10 min after the show starts to seat latecomers.
Additional Questions?
We are here to help! Please email us frontdesk@parkerdance.com