Brandon Division Recital Information

Brandon Division Recital Information

McConnell School of Dance’s 2nd Annual Brandon Recital will be held on Saturday, May 14^th at the Evans Theatre in the University of Brandon.

MAY 30^th SCHEDULE 

2:00 PM  Brandon Dancer Arrival

2:00  – 4:30 PM  Rehearsal – no costumes or wigs needed

4:30 – 6:00  PM   Break

5:00 PM  Winnipeg Performance Division Arrival

6:00 PM   Brandon Dancer Arrival

6:30 PM  Doors Open

7:00 – 8:30 PM Recital

REHEARSAL

• Costume & make up are not required for rehearsal
• All dancers performing in the recital are expected to attend the rehearsal, unless there are extenuating circumstances.  Please contact us if you are unable to attend the dress rehearsal.
• Only dancers are allowed in the theatre during rehearsal
• Parents, please send non-messing snacks & water bottles for dancers.

RECITAL

Brandon Recital    7:00 – 8:30 PM

• Dancer arrival time is 1 hour prior to the recital start time (6:00 PM)
• Dancers are required to stay for entire recital as there will be a finale at the end.

TICKETS

Tickets will be available at the door

Adults $10     Children $8

• Rush Seating only
• Advanced seating in the 1^st & 2^nd rows for those with special requirements.  Please check in prior to 6:30 PM at the admission table if you require special seating.

RECITAL ARRIVAL   

Check in opens – 6:0 0 PM

Dancers should arrive in socks (or tights, if applicable) with wigs and make-up applied.  

RECITAL PICK-UP

Please allow 15 – 20 minutes after the recital is over before you pick up dancers at the performer entrance.  Children under 12 will not be excused without a parent.  If someone other than a parent/guardian (as per your registration form) will be picking your child up, please let your instructor know. 

DRESSING ROOMS     

The dressing room is co-ed due to venue constraints.  Parents are not allowed in dressing rooms due to limitations of space and privacy issues. 

• Parents with young children who may not be comfortable in the change room alone are welcome to stay until their dancer feels secure.

COSTUMES

Parents may choose to send their child in costume, if they prefer not to have dressing room assistants help with costume changes.  

Dancers should arrive in socks (or tights, if applicable) with wigs and make-up applied.  

Please make certain Tara Pins are sewn to costumes.

*Novice, Preliminary, Intermediate, Adult should dancers bringing a basket or box (preferably collapsible) clearly labeled with their name to keep their hard shoes and costume accessories.

*Make sure all shoes/costume pieces and garment bags are clearly labeled with first and last name for dressing room and backstage help.

MAKE-UP

Make-up is required for all dancers as stage lighting washes out natural colour and makes performers look pale. All make-up should be applied prior to check in.

FULL STAGE MAKE-UP is required for all dancers at recital.  Full stage make-up is applied heavier than daily use 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.  Nail Polish is not allowed for performances and should be removed at home. Jewellery (rings, bracelets, earrings) may not be worn for performances with the exception of wedding rings and medical alert bracelets

PERSONAL ITEMS
Deodorant should be worn by all Novice, Preliminary, Intermediate, Adult and Advanced dancers.

Crowded dressings rooms can get extremely smelly when filled with sweaty dancers and can rapidly become unpleasant for all concerned.
Please assist us by making sure dancers are clean and freshly washed for performances.
It is important that all developing female and adult dancers wear maximum support bras and /or sports bras while dancing, to prevent bounce and injury. Younger dancers may prefer to wear light undershirts (from home) to avoid embarrassment in dressing rooms which sometimes contain mixed crowd with multiple performers involved.

Dress shields should be used by all dancers, regardless of age. Dress shields help prevent odour and stains from sweating when pinned in the underarms of costumes. Removable / washable dress shields are available at sewing and fabric stores in the city.

IRISH DANCE WIGS

All dancers should arrive with wigs on.  Dressing-room volunteers do not have time to assist dancers apply wigs. 

Tips on wearing wigs...

Hair should be put in 2 ponytails on the sides of the head. This creates hair going in the opposite direction of the comb in the wig and therefore causes resistance to the comb sliding backwards while the dancer is bouncing.

If the last time the hair is flipped through the pony tail holder, it is only pulled part way through it makes the hair easier to tuck underneath the wig.

Once the combs are fastened in, it is always best to put 3 - 4 bobby pins just securing the wig. Usually in the front, woven with the hair and front of the wig, this also helps prevent the wig from sliding backwards during a performance.

IRISH DANCE SHOES

Soft & Hard Shoes should be cleaned prior to the performance and polished so they shine. 

SOCKS & TIGHTS

Poodle socks should be clean and bright white.  If you use your poodle socks for practice and they are looking grey, please bleach them or purchase a new pair before the performance.

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

Tights (Performance Division & Adult) must be Mondor brand (no exceptions) and free from runs or holes.  We recommend you have an extra pair handy in case they run at the show. 

PARENT INFORMATION

Parents are not allowed in dressing rooms due to limitations of space and privacy issues. 

• Please arrive early or on time as dancers need time to change, warm –up, and practice with their group.
• Recitals can run late, so your patience is necessary should there be delays at pick up at the dressing room.
• We recommend parents send their children with a book or game to occupy their time in the dressing room.

SNACKS & DRINKS

ABSOLUTELY NO FOOD OR DRINKS IN THE THEATRE

Please send your child with adequate healthy snacks and drinks clear liquids only.   Dancers who bring sodas, juices, or drinks which may stain costumes will not be allowed to drink them in the dressing room. 

Avoid sticky or messy snacks as dancers will not be allowed to eat them back stage or in the dressing room.

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.