Monday, 5 March 2018

General Division Costume Update


Dear Dancers & Parents,
As we are approaching the 1st  General Division performance for the season (St. Patrick’s Fest’ – Saturday March 17th, 2018) we are sending out a reminder of costumes items required for all  dancers performing. 
Please see your level below, to insure you have all the required items if you are performing at St. Patrick’s Fest or Recital (Wednesday May 30th, 2018)
If you haven’t confirmed your participation at St. Patrick’s Fest with your instructor yet, please do so this week or email info@mcconnelldancers.com
If you have any questions, please let us know!

New Costumes
If you’ve ordered a new costume this year, Jocelyn will have your costume ready for pick up at the studio on Saturday March 10th and Wednesday March 14th, 2018.
Please try on costume to make sure fit is good, prior to taking home.  If there are issues with costume fitting, please speak with Jocelyn immediate so costume can be altered by St. Patrick’s Fest.
Payment is due by  pick up.
Please note;
  • Payment for seamstress fees is to Jocelyn Grant (cheque or cash)
  • Payment for materials is to McConnell School of Dance (credit card / cheque / cash)
  • *If you wish for us to apply the material fees to your credit card on file, please email randy@mcconnelldanceres.com  Payment must for materials must be received prior to costume pick up.
  • Payments for seamstress fees cannot be combine with materials

Costume Fees
Beginner Skirt - $30 Seamstress / $15 Materials
Beginner Vest - $45 Seamstress / $15 Materials
Novice Black Dress - $150 Seamstress / $40 Materials
Preliminary / Intermediate / Advanced / Adult Sleeveless Dress - $200 Seamstress /  $40 Materials


GENERAL DIVISION COSTUMES
Irish dance wigs are optional for all General Division Dancers.

Beginner
Females
Black Skirt, Green Vest, White Blouse, White Poodle Socks, Spankies / Dance Briefs
Required Shoes - Irish Soft Shoes or Black Ballet Slippers
1) Black Skirt - $30 Seamstress,  $15 Materials
2) Green Velvet Vest - $45 Seamstress, $20 Materials
·Payment for seamstress should be given directly to Jocelyn Grant.  (cash or cheque)
·Payment for material  to McConnell School of Dance (cash, cheque, credit card)
3) Long Sleeve White Blouse - Purchased by the parent from Old Navy <a href="http://www.oldnavy.ca/products/girls-uniform-shirts.jsp">http://www.oldnavy.ca/products/girls-uniform-shirts.jsp</a>
4) White Poodle Socks - Available at the studio $12 each, order on line from Irish dance supply stores, or pick up at Unique Ireland on Pembina Hwy.
5) Black Spankies / Dance Briefs - A necessary item for all dancers.  Purchase by the parent from dance supply or retail outlet.
Males
Black Dress Pants (preferably without pockets) - Purchased by the parent.  Please make sure pants are hemmed to the correct length for dancing
Black Dress Socks - Purchased by the parent
White Dress Shirt - Purchased by the parent
Green Vest - Ordered from School Seamstress $45 Dressmaking, $20 Materials
Green Tie - Ordered from School Seamstress $15 Seamstress


Novice
Females
New Black & Green Dress, Poodle Socks, Black Spankies/Dance Briefs.
Required shoes - Black soft shoes and Hard Shoes
1) Black & Green Dress  - $150 Seamstress & $40 Materials
·Payment for seamstress should be given directly to Jocelyn Grant.  (cash or cheque)
·Payment for material  to McConnell School of Dance (cash, cheque, credit card.
2) White Poodle Socks - Available at the studio $12 each, order on line from Irish dance supply stores, or pick up at Unique Ireland on Pembina Hwy.
3) Black Spankies / Dance Briefs - A necessary item for all dancers.  Purchase by the parent from dance supply or retail outlet.
Males
Black Dress Pants (preferably without pockets) - Purchased by the parent.  Please make sure pants are hemmed to the correct length for dancing
Black Dress Socks - Purchased by the parent
White Dress Shirt - Purchased by the parent
Black Vest - Ordered from School Seamstress $45 Dressmaking, $20 Materials
Tie - Ordered from School Seamstress $15 Seamstress

Preliminary / Intermediate / Advanced
Females
Black Sleeveless Dress, Poodle Socks, Black Spankies/Dance Briefs.
Dancers who wish to participate in Folklorama will also require a cummerbund and cuffs.
Advanced level dancers also have the option to purchase a solo dress.  All solo dresses must be approved by your teacher, prior to purchase or order.
Required shoes - Black soft shoes and Hard Shoes
1) Black Sleeveless Dress  - $200 Seamstress & $40 Materials
·Payment for seamstress should be given directly to Jocelyn Grant.  (cash or cheque)
·Payment for material  to McConnell School of Dance (cash, cheque, credit card.
2) White Poodle Socks - Available at the studio $12 each, order on line from Irish dance supply stores, or pick up at Unique Ireland on Pembina Hwy.
3) Black Spankies / Dance Briefs - A necessary item for all dancers.  Purchase by the dancer from dance supply or retail outlet.
Males
Black Dress Pants (preferably without pockets) - Purchased by the dancer.  Please make sure pants are hemmed to the correct length for dancing
Black Dress Socks - Purchased by the dancer
Black Dress Shirt - Purchased by the dancer

Adult Levels
Females
Please note, Adult dancers will have the option to use the School Costume (Black Sleeveless Dress) OR Black Skirt & T-Shirt for performances this year due to changes to our school costume next season. 
Black Sleeveless Dress,  Black Tights, Black Spankies/Dance Briefs
                                                        OR
Black Skirt, Black T-Shirt, Black Tights, Black Spankies / Dance Briefs
Advanced level dancers also have the option to purchase a solo dress.  All solo dresses must be approved by your teacher, prior to purchase or order.
Required shoes - Black soft shoes and Hard Shoes
1) Black Sleeveless Dress  - $200 Seamstress & $40 Materials
·Payment for seamstress should be given directly to Jocelyn Grant.  (cash or cheque)
·Payment for material  to McConnell School of Dance (cash, cheque, credit card.
2) Black Tights- Mondor brand, available at dance stores
3) Black Spankies / Dance Briefs - A necessary item for all dancers.  Purchase by the parent from dance supply or retail outlet.
Males
Black Dress Pants (preferably without pockets) - Purchased by the dancer.  Please make sure pants are hemmed to the correct length for dancing
Black Dress Socks - Purchased by the dancer
Black Dress Shirt - Purchased by the dancer



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