Dance Recital
SUNDAY, JUNE 9TH - We have 2 SHOWTIMES! When does your dancer perform? See the list below.
"SHOW A": 11:30am, Sunday, June 9, 2024
L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center
The following classes will be in "SHOW A":
- Monday 3 to 5 year old 4:15pm class
- Wednesday 4 to 5 year old 5:15pm class
- Saturday 3 to 5 year old 9:45 am class
- Wednesday 6 to 8 year old 4:15 Hip Hop class
- Thursday 6 to 8 year old 5:00 pm class
- Saturday 6 to 8 year old 10:00 am class
- ALL TEEN classes
- (Monday Jazz and Tap/Wednesday Hip Hop, Ballet and Modern)
- Pre Company I
"SHOW B": 4:30 pm, Sunday, June 9, 2024
L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center
The following classes will be in "SHOW B":
- Tuesday 3 to 5 year old 4:00 pm class
- Tuesday 4 to 5 year old 5:00 pm class
- Thursday 3 to 5 year old 4:30 pm class
- Tuesday 6 to 8 year old 4:00 pm class
- Friday 6 to 8 year old 5:15 pm class
- ALL 9-12 year old classes
- (Includes Wednesday Ballet and Hip Hop/ Friday Modern, Jazz and Tap)
- Pre Company II
**IMPORTANT**
ON RECITAL DAY ACT 1 DANCERS
Arrive 1 hour prior to showtime.
ON RECITAL DAY ACT 2 ONLY DANCERS
Arrive 30 minutes after the showtime.
Location
L. DOUGLAS WILDER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER - How do we get there?
DIRECTIONS TO THEATRE:
Take I-264 toward Norfolk.
Take exit 11B Brambleton Ave.
Stay in the far right lane and take 1st right at stop light onto Park Ave.
Then take immediate next right onto Presidential Parkway (Gate 1).
Theatre will then be on your left.
Gate attendant will direct you to correct parking lot.
****Please do not park on the inner or outer loop next to the theatre. This parking is for staff ONLY! ****
Dress Rehearsal
SUNDAY, JUNE 2nd - When do we arrive for dress rehearsal? What to expect? See below.
"SHOW A" DRESS REHEARSAL
Sunday, June 2nd at L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center
ALL 3 to 5 and 4 to 5 year old classes in SHOW A will arrive at 10:30 am for dress rehearsal.
These dancers will do a run through from 11:00 - Noon. Parents will drop their dancer off backstage to their designated "stage mom" who will be with them at rehearsal and on show day. After dropping your child off please proceed to the auditorium where you can watch the rehearsal and then when announced you can pick your dancer up where you dropped them off and they will be finished for the day.
ALL OTHER NON - COMPANY DANCERS in SHOW A will arrive at 11:30 am for dress rehearsal.
Please head to your designated dressing room area and get ready to run the show. This dress rehearsal of Show A will probably run until about 3:30/4:00 pm, so please pack enough water and healthy snacks/lunch that is not messy and won't get all over faces and costumes. No Cheetos, cheese puffs, or other sticky foods and WATER ONLY. Parents for these classes do not need to stay as it is a long time frame, but please leave a contact number with the stage mom so she can check in and let you know when rehearsal is looking like it will be finished. At dress rehearsal ONLY as soon as your dancer finishes rehearsing their last dance they are allowed to be picked up from their stage mom and signed out. If your child only has 1 or 2 dances it is possible, they will finish much earlier that 4pm, so please ask a teacher or staff member to help you figure that out closer to rehearsal day. It will all depend on where their dances fall in the show lineup.
"SHOW B" DRESS REHEARSAL
Sunday, June 2nd at L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center
ALL 3 to 5 and 4 to 5 year old classes in SHOW B will arrive at 3:30 pm for dress rehearsal.
These dancers will do a run through from 4:00 - 5:00 pm. Parents will drop their dancer off backstage to their designated "stage mom" who will be with them at rehearsal and on show day. After dropping your child off please proceed to the auditorium where you can watch the rehearsal and then when announced you can pick your dancer up where you dropped them off and they will be finished for the day.
ALL OTHER NON-COMPANY DANCERS in SHOW B will arrive at 4:30 pm for dress rehearsal.
Please head to your designated dressing room area and get ready to run the show. This run through of Show B could run until about 8:30/9pm, so please pack enough water and healthy snacks/dinner that is not messy and won't get all over faces and costumes. No Cheetos, cheese puffs, or other sticky foods and WATER ONLY. Parents for these classes do not need to stay as it is a long time frame, but please leave a contact number with the stage mom so she can check in and let you know when rehearsal is looking like it will be finished. At dress rehearsal ONLY as soon as your dancer finishes rehearsing their last dance they are allowed to be picked up from their stage mom and signed out. If your child only has 1 or 2 dances it is possible, they will finish much earlier so please ask a teacher or staff member to help you figure that out closer to rehearsal day. It will all depend on where their dances fall in the show lineup.
Annual Dance Recital
Our annual dance recital is a highlight of our dance season, where dancers have the opportunity to demonstrate their progress and share their passion with family, friends, and the community. It is a culmination of months of dedicated training, rehearsal, and artistic exploration.
Our recital features a diverse range of dance styles, including ballet, tap, jazz, modern, hip hop, and more. Each performance is thoughtfully choreographed to highlight the unique strengths and abilities of our dancers, creating a captivating showcase of creativity and artistry.
From the youngest performers taking their first steps on stage to our seasoned dancers who have honed their skills over the years, our recital embraces dancers of all levels. It is a joyous celebration of their individual growth, teamwork, and the sheer love of dance.
