74TH ANNUAL RECITAL
DANCER INFORMATION
This email contains important information for dancers performing the Annual Recital on Wednesday, June 15th, 2022.
The Annual recital is the culmination of a year's worth of hard work on the part of our dancers and our instructors. We are delighted for the dancers to have the opportunity to showcase all of the new dances they have learned since classes commenced in September 2021 and we look forward to family and friends joining us for the performance. In addition to our dancer's performances we will also be presenting the awards for the Jackie White Lyons & Vicki Cielen Scholarships.
If you have questions, please contact us BEFORE Wednesday, June 15th, 2022
PLEASE READ ALL DETAILS BELOW
RECITAL INFORMATION
Wednesday, June 15th, 2022
Location - Pauline Boutal Theatre - CCFM (340 Provencher Blvd)
Doors Open 6:40 pm Show 7:00 - 9:30 pm
ALL DANCERS PLEASE ENTER THROUGH THE MAIN ENTRANCE DOORS ON THE NORTH SIDE (STELLA'S ENTRANCE). THE ENTRANCE TO PAULINE BOUTAL THEATRE IS ON THE RIGHT SIDE, BEFORE THE GALLERY.
DANCER ARRIVAL
DANCER ARRIVAL TIME - 5:30 PM
Dancers under 12 should have parent accompany them for check-in.
- Instructors will be at the door to greet and accompany younger students to the dressing rooms.
- Due to limited space and privacy concerns, no parents will be permitted in the dressing room or back stage.
Parents and family are asked not to wait in the CCFM lobby or entrance way after dancer drop-off as we have received concerns from the facility in the past with families blocking the entrance to the building. Please plan for a suitable location to wait until doors open at 6:40 pm. In addition to Stella's, there are numerous restaurants, cafe's, shops, parks, and outdoor activities in the area.
RECITAL SCHEDULE
5:30 pm Dancer Arrival
6:40 pm Doors Open
7:00 - 8:15 pm Recital Part 1
8:15 - 8:30 pm Intermission
- All Preschool and Wednesday Beginner dancers should be picked up at the admission desk by a parent or guardian during admission. Preschool dancers are welcome to stay and watch the 2nd part of the recital with their parent. Please email us to obtain a complimentary ticket for your dancer in advance.
8:30 - 9:30 pm Recital Part 2
COSTUMES
ARRIVE IN COSTUME
We ask all Preschool, Beginner, and Level 1 - 3 dancers to arrived in costume, with hair and make-up done in advance.
All dancers should bring a change of clothing with them for the end of the night. Dressing room assistants will be there to help dancers change out of their costume.
BRING A DANCE BOX OR BASKET
All dancers should bring a basket or box (preferably collapsible) clearly labeled with their name to keep their shoes and costume accessories. Boxes are important for keeping shoes and personal belongings organised in a dimly lit backstage area and in the dressing room. Without boxes, dancers shoes can get lost, misplaced, and they may have to go on stage without shoes or may miss their entrance.
LABEL EVERYTHING
Make sure all shoes, costume pieces, and garment bags are clearly labeled with first and/or last name. Items are easily mixed up in dressing rooms and back stage, so please label everything as we cannot be responsible for any loss of dance or personal items.
IRISH DANCE SHOES
All dancers must wear proper footwear on stage, for safety and liability.
Dancers who do not have Irish Soft or Hard Shoes have the following options.
Colour - Black
- Ballet Slippers
- Jazz Shoes
- Gym Shoes
CLEAN SHOES BEFORE THE PERFORMANCE
All shoes should be cleaned prior to the performance and polished so they shine.
MAKE-UP
Make-up is recommended for dancers as stage lighting washes out natural colour and makes performers look pale. All make-up should be applied at home, prior to arrival.
Stage make-up is applied heavier than daily use make-up and left up to the discretion of dancers or parents. Those who do not feel comfortable wearing make-up do not need to wear make-up.
MAKE-UP RECOMMENDATIONS
- Foundation (to match skin tone) and powder to prevent shine
- Eye-shadow (brown, beige, copper shades)
- Mascara (brown or black) ,
- Blush (pink)
- Lip Stick
Dancers wearing poodle socks should cover up unsightly bruises on legs and knees with foundation and make-up.
Jewellery (rings, bracelets, earrings) may not be worn for performances due to safety issues, with the exception of wedding rings and medical alert bracelets
HAIR
Irish dance wigs are optional for recreational dancers.
If you will not be wearing a wig, please use the following guidelines for dancer's hair;
Dancers with longer hair should style in a 1/2 pony tale or 1/2 down as seen in the illustration below. Regardless of length, please make sure all hair is securely pulled off dancers face using invisible bobby pins (no coloured combs or clips)
Please make sure hair is clean and styled appropriately for performances.
SOCKS & TIGHTS
All dancers under 18 years of age wear poodle socks. If you have not purchased poodle socks, please do so BEFORE your last class. Poodle socks can be purchased on our website - CLICK HERE
POODLE SOCKS
White Irish dance socks designed for use with Irish dance shoes.
Poodle socks should be clean and bright white. Please bleach socks or purchase a new pair before the performance.
SOCK GLUE
Sock or body glue is used to insure poodle socks stay up while a dancer performs. Dancers should always use glue when wearing poodle socks.
Sock Glue will be provided to all dancers courtesy of MSDSA. Dancers who would prefer not to share sock glue for hygiene reasons may choose to purchase their own bottle (available on-line through Irish dance merchants)
TIGHTS - ADULT DANCERS
Tights should be dance quality (Mondor brand recommended) and free from runs or holes. We recommend you have an extra pair handy in case they run at the show.
Please insure sizing is correct as tights which are too small with show as shear on stage and dance tights should not be transparent in anyway.
DANCE PARENT INFORMATION
Performing is an exciting opportunity but some dancers may feel nervous dancing in front of an audience, especially if it's their first time. Please be sensitive and encouraging to dancers who may be worried in advance of a performance. We make sure the experience of performing is fun and supportive. The atmosphere back stage is safe, positive, and dancers feel a part of their larger McConnell Dance Family.
A few things to keep in mind;
There may be line up’s at check in and check out, so please be understanding as our door check-in and admissions are volunteers.
It is essential for our dancer’s safety that all precautions are taken when working with large groups of children at events open to the public.
Please keep in mind, performances can run late, so patience is necessary should there be delays.
SEND DANCERS WITH HEALTHY SNACKS
Please insure dancers have a healthy meal before the performance and send healthy, non-messy snacks.
SNACKS TO AVOID - Flavoured potato chips, buttered popcorn, chocolate bars, Danishes & pastries, chocolate covered granola bars, gum, juices, sodas, sugared or sweet candy. Remember, dancers burn a lot of energy on stage, so extra snacks are recommended. Please send nut free snacks as we do have students with serious allergies
SEND DRINKS - SEALED WATER BOTTLES.
Absolutely no sodas, juices, or drinks which may stain costumes allowed in the dressing room. Sealed water bottles only.
NO FOOD IN THE MAIN HALL OR BACKSTAGE
No food allowed in the theatre or backstage. Dancers may eat while in the dressing room only.
DANCER PICK UP
All Preschool dancers should be picked up at the admission desk by a parent or guardian during admission. Preschool dancers are welcome to stay and watch the 2nd part of the recital with their parent. Please email us to obtain a complimentary ticket for your dancer in advance.
Parents with dancers performing in the 2nd half of the recital may wait in the theatre after the show is over. Once dancers are changed, they will be escorted to their parents. PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE THE THEATRE IF YOU ARE PICKING UP A DANCER.
KEEPING EVERYONE SAFE
We have limited seating so there will be ample space between families in the theatre.
MASKS ARE HIGHLY RECOMMENDED, BUT OPTIONAL FOR DANCERS & PATRONS. WE ASK PATRONS TO PLEASE CONSIDER WEARING A MASK WHEN MOVING ABOUT THE THEATRE.
Dancers have the option to remove masks while they are performing for this event. Parents with younger who prefer their dancer keep their mask on for the performance should let the volunteer know at check-in.
Dancers who perform wearing masks are asked to use plain black masks please.
TICKE SALES
CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS
We strongly recommend tickets are purchased in advance, however there will be ticket sales available at the door.
CASH ONLY AT THE DOOR - FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO USE CREDIT OR PAYPAL AT THE DOOR - PLEASE PURCHASE IN ADVANCE.
ADVANCE TICKETS
- Adult $18 Child / Youth $10 *18 & Under PLUS GST & FEES
DOOR TICKETS
- Adult $20 Child / Youth $15 *18 & Under PLUS GST & FEES
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