FAQ's

What is Recital?

Recital is the end-of-year performance for all Yearly Program classes. Each class performs a dance they’ve learned during the year. Dress Rehearsal is the only additional rehearsal required outside of regular classes.

Is Recital mandatory?

Recital is strongly encouraged, but no student is forced to perform. Contact us if you have questions or concerns about your dancer participating.

Recital & Costume Fees

  • Recital Fee: Due October 15.

  • Costume Fee: Due November 15. Covers rental of costumes and accessories.

  • Payments can be made via Visa/MasterCard, e-transfer, or cheque.

  • Fees are non-refundable, even if a student decides not to perform.

Costume Details

  • Costumes are rented and must be returned immediately after the last recital performance.

  • Students provide their own shoes, tights, and recital underwear.

  • Specific requirements for each class are listed in the Parent Portal under the costume info tab.

Tickets

  • Tickets go on sale May 2 online.

  • Children under 3 do not require a ticket unless occupying a seat.

  • Tickets are General Admission - first come first seated on show day.

  • Tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

  • Limited tickets may be available at the theatre on show day at a higher price.

What if one of our guests needs accessible seating?

Please notify us at least 48 hours before show time so we can reserve appropriate seating.

How many shows will my dancer perform in?

  • Students in our Shooting Stars (Yearly) Program and Constellation (Competitive) Program perform in all 3 shows.

  • Students in our Little Legends (Preschool) Program participate in 2 of our 3 shows. All preschool students will be performing in the June 14 Matinee show. Classes will be split between the remaining 2 shows.

Show Order

The specific show order will be posted on the studio website and in the studio by the end of May.

Can my dancer watch after they perform?

We ask that dancers remain backstage for the duration of the show. We will have a live stream of the show in the backstage greenroom for dancers to watch the performance live.

Photography & Videography

For the safety of our dancers and to comply with copyright laws, personal photography and videography are strictly prohibited during both Photo Day and Recital. Only our professional photographer is permitted to take pictures.

  • Photo Day: Professional photos will be available for purchase. See Photo Info page for details on ordering photos from photo day

  • Recital: High-quality photos will be provided to families, and Recital videos are available for purchase.

  • See Photo Info Page for recital sample photos.

Hair, Makeup & Shoes

  • Hairstyles and shoes for each class are posted in March in your Parent Portal.

  • Makeup should generally match skin tone with red lipstick.

Refunds & Credits

  • Costume and recital fees are non-refundable.

  • Regular tuition applies during Costume Week.