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Everything You Should Know About The RECITAL
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VIDEO ORDER FORM
Each recital will be professionally video taped. The finished product will be available on DVD. Order forms are available at the front desk. The DVD(s) will be mailed to the address you provide on the order form. DVD order forms may be turned in at the front desk until the last day of class; you may also turn in your order form on the day of the recital in the theater lobby. NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY WILL BE PERMITTED DURING THE SHOW.
Edgebrook DVD Order Form
Glenview DVD Order Form
May 4, 2008 - GLENVIEW PICTURE DAY
May 4, 2008 - EDGEBROOK PICTURE DAY
We will have Grins Photography on-site at Dance & Music Academy to take pictures of each dance group and individuals in their costumes. The exact time and day for your class pictures are posted on the bulletin board near the front door of the studio. Grins has extensive experience photographing dance groups, and they have it down to a science! You may elect to purchase individual or group pictures, however, even if you don't plan to purchase pictures, please come for the group photo. Group photos will be added to our "Wall of Fame", and all of our students enjoy seeing their smiling faces on the wall! If you do purchase pictures, they will be amiled to your home address, so you won't have to worry about picking them up when they are ready!
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May 31, 2008 - EDGEBROOK RECITAL - Dance 1, Dance 2, Tap, Jazz & Modern Classes
Dancers Arrive: 1:30pm - (Please do not come early.)
Theatre Opens for Audience Seating: 1:30pm
PERFORMANCE BEGINS: 2:00pm
May 31, 2008 - GLENVIEW RECITAL - Dance 1, Dance 2, Jazz, Tap & Modern
Dancers Arrive: 5:30pm - (Please do not come early.)
Theatre Opens for Audience Seating: 5:30pm
PERFORMANCE BEGINS: 6:00pm
June 1, 2008 - COPPELIA (Recital for Edgebrook & Glenview BALLET Recital)
Dancers Arrive: 1:30pm - (Please do not come early.)
Theatre Opens for Audience Seating: 1:30pm
PERFORMANCE BEGINS: 2:00pm
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LOCATION:
REGINA DOMINICAN HIGH SCHOOL
701 Locust, Wilmette, Illinois
Directions:
From the South:
Edens Expressway to Lake Ave-East (this is the exit just north of Old Orchard)
Pass Skokie Blvd, and drive approximately 4 block to Locust
Turn RIGHT on Locust (there is a light at Locust)
Drive approximately 4 blocks. Regina will be on your RIGHT.
From the North:
Edens Expressway to Skokie Blvd. Exit.
Turn Left onto Lake Ave & drive approximately 4 Blocks.
Turn RIGHT on Locust (there is a light at Locust)
Drive approximately 4 blocks. Regina will be on your RIGHT.
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CAN I TAKE PICTURES/VIDEOS DURING THE RECITAL?
For the safety of our performers and to prevent distractions, no flash photography is allowed. The show will be professionally video taped using the proper camera equipment for stage lighting, and DVDs will be available for a reasonable cost. NOONE WILL BE ALLOWED TO SIT/STAND IN THE AISLES OR AT THE FOOT OF THE STAGE TO VIDEOTAPE OR TAKE PICTURES.
CAN PARENTS STAY/COME BACKSTAGE DURING THE PERFORMANCE?
In order to ensure the safety and security of our dancers and staff, only Dance Academy staff and performers will be allowed backstage and in the dressing rooms during the performance. We have hired a staff of people to supervise and assist with costume changes and trips to the bathroom. It is very busy backstage during the performance, and additional people are distracting.
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SHOULD DANCERS WEAR MAKEUP FOR PICTURES/PERFORMANCE?
Wearing makeup for pictures and the recital is a personal choice. We recommend light makeup for pictures, just to enhance features, especially on the eyes.
For Stage: Very bright lights are used on stage during the recital. The bright lights tend to “wash out” the dancers. This means that the dancers look pale and their features may not appear as sharp. For this reason, we recommend that dancers wear makeup for the recital performance. Dancers who choose to wear makeup should apply it heavier than someone would normally wear everyday; however, please be careful not to end up with a “Tammy Faye” look! Dancers should aim to enhance their features, not look like painted dolls.
RECITAL GIFTS
Flowers will be available in the lobby before the performance.
HOW SHOULD HAIR BE WORN FOR THE RECITAL?
A bun is preferred for all dancers. Dancers in Ballet numbers must wear their hair pulled back in a bun.
Jazz/Hip Hop/Tap dancers may wear their hair either pulled back in a bun or pony tail OR “half up & half down” (top front half of hair from above the ears pulled back in a pony tail or barrette), however, a bun is preferred. Please keep in mind that the dancer will keep her hair the same for the entire show. We will not be available to assist your child with a change of hair style and parents are not allowed backstage.
WHAT ABOUT JEWELRY/DRINKS/TOYS?
NO jewelry should be worn during the recital. Dancers wearing jewelry of any kind will be asked to remove it before they perform on stage. Please DO NOT bring jewelry, toys, etc. with you to the recital, as they are a distraction and may be lost by your child. DO NOT send food or juice boxes with your child; we do not want their costumes to get soiled before they go on stage. There is a drinking fountain available to the dancers backstage, but you may have your child bring a bottle (with a closeable top) filled with WATER ONLY if you wish.
COSTUME ACCESSORIES
Some costumes will come with flowers or other pieces that will need to be attached. Some costumes come with the straps unattached so you can fit them to your dancer. You can either sew the accessories/straps on, or you can safety pin them on. This does not require a lot of sewing experience; basically, if you can sew on a button, you can handle this! When you receive the costume(s), it will include a list of accessories to attach, color tights to wear, color shoes to wear, etc.
CAN MY DANCER SIT WITH ME DURING THE PERFORMANCE?
No. Dancers remain backstage during the performance. All dancers are in the last number of the show – The Bows. After the bows, we will bring each group of dancers out to the front of the audience area (the orchestra pit) so you can pick up your child. DANCE 1 AND DANCE 2 STUDENTS:
If you would like to pick your child up after his/her number, you may do so, but you will have to purchase a ticket in advance in order to have your child sit with you during the remainder of the performance. If you elect to pick your child up after his/her number, he/she will not participate in the Bows at the end of the show.
PURCHASING TICKETS FOR THE RECITAL
Both recitals on May 31, 2008, will have RESERVED SEATING. The Ballet Recital on June 1, 2008, will have General Admission seating (no assigned seats). Tickets go on sale on May 10, 2008. At that time, you may pick up the two tickets included with your family's recital fee and purchase additional tickets you need. (There is no need to stand in line on May 10th if you are only attending the Ballet Recital on June 1, as these seats are not assigned in advance.) There are assigned seats for the performances on May 31st, so tickets purchased on a separate date will most likely be in a different seating section. Tickets for the performance are $8.00 each in advance and $10.00 at the door. If you or someone in your party have special seating requirements, such as a guest in a wheelchair, etc., please let us know so we can make advanced seating arrangements for your party. Tickets will remain on sale at the front desk until May 29, 2008.
EDGEBROOK TICKETS GO ON SALE: May 10, 2008: 1:00-4:00pm
GLENVIEW TICKETS GO ON SALE: May 10, 2008: 9:00am-12:00pm
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PICTURE DAYS SCHEDULE
Pictures are taken at Dance & Music Academy on May 4, 2008. Click the link to see when your dancer's class is scheduled to be photographed. Picture Schedule
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