Saturday, May 5th, 2018
Location: Prairie Theatre Exchange - 3rd Floor
Portage Place
Doors Open 6:00 PM Recital 6:30 – 9:30 PM
*Please note
recital length is estimated for the latest possible scenario, end time
may vary. Dancers are asked to stay for the entire recital to take part in the
Finale.
*Due to the
recital there will be no classes on Saturday, May 5th, 2018
RECITAL TICKETS
All tickets will be sold on-line through
Eventbrite. To purchase tickets, please visit the following link;
Tickets $15 Adult $10 Child (12 &
Under) *Taxes & Fees extra
· Infants who do not require a seat are free
admission (no ticket purchase required)
·
Dancers do not require a ticket.
·
All Sales Finale - No refunds or exchanges on tickets
·
Special Seating Requirements - The first 2 rows will be reserved for
individuals with special seating requirements. If you require special
seating, please arrive 15 min prior to Doors Opening
REHEARSAL
Saturday, May 5th at Prairie Theatre
Exchange
We ask all dancers performing in the recital
to please attend the scheduled rehearsal for their Division & Level.
- Costumes
& Make-up are NOT required for the Rehearsal (dance attire & shoes
only).
- Dancers
only in theatre. Check in at Green Room Door. No parents
please.
- Please
be ready at your scheduled rehearsal time. We recommend arriving 15
minutes prior to rehearsal time. Rehearsal Check-In at Green Room
Door.
- Please
allow 10 – 15 minutes for pick-up after scheduled rehearsal time.
All General Division Dancers must be picked up by a parent / guardian
between rehearsal & recital. Pick-up location is outside Green
Room Door
Rehearsal Schedule
1:45 – 2:45
PM General Division - Beginner, Novice,
Preliminary
2:30 – 3:30
PM General Division – Intermediate, Advanced, Adult
3:30 – 4:30
PM Performance Division
4:15 – 5:00
PM Brandon Division
CHECK IN
Rehearsal & Recital
Dancers will need to check in at the performer
entrance door at the West end of the lobby. Parents should accompany
dancers under 12 for check-in. Parents are not permitted in the back
stage or dressing room area due to issues of space and privacy. If you
have concerns for your younger child, please contact us in advance to arrange
for assistance.
- Rehearsal Check In Open 1:45 PM
- Recital Check In 5:15 PM
Please assist us in keeping to our schedule by;
1) Arriving on time, please allow for delays with
traffic and parking.
2) Beginner, Novice, and Preliminary dancers are asked
to arrive in costume wearing socks, with wig & make-up applied. There
is a restroom in the lobby for parents to change dancers prior to check-in
(arrive earlier than 5:15 PM if you plan to change your dancer at PTE)
. Please have dancers fully ready and in costume for check-in at 5:15 PM
RECITAL PICK-UPS
Please allow 15 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 the check -in volunteer 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.
COSTUMES
Beginner, Novice, Preliminary Dancers should
arrive in costume, wearing socks with wigs and make-up
applied.
- 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 recommended 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 suggested 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.
- 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
Wigs are optional for all dancers. Dancers who
choose not to wear a wig should have their hair pulled back off their face and
curled, if possible.
- Dancers
should arrive with wigs on. Dressing-room volunteers do not have
time to assist dancers apply wigs.
IRISH DANCE SHOES
Soft & Hard Shoes should be cleaned prior to the
performance and polished so they shine.
- Dancers with shoe changes (with the exception of
beginners) should have a folding dance box to keep their shoes and water
bottles organized back stage
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 on time as dancers need time to change,
warm –up, and practice with their group.
Generally, there are line up’s at check in and check
out, so please be understanding with your check in volunteer. 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. Recitals can
run late, so your patience is necessary should there be delays at pick up at
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.
- Snacks
to avoid – Flavoured potato chips, buttered popcorn, chocolate bars,
Danishes & pastries, chocolate covered granola bars, gum, juices,
sodas, sugared or sweet candy.
Please send nut free snacks as we do have students
with serious anaphylactic allergies.
VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are always appreciated for our Annual
Recital from all Divisions. Performance Division members are required to
supply 3 hours of volunteer time per family for the Annual Recital. To
Sign up for your volunteer shift, please visit the Sign Up Genius Link Below.
Thank you!
