Tips and Tricks for a Successful Recital

We ask that no female dancer wear underwear for their performance! Dance costumes and tights are designed to cover your dancers the same as underwear. It is a good idea to start practicing now and send your dancer to class in her dancewear without underwear! A tip from a mom- “Explain it like she’s wearing a bathing suit” For dancers still potty training we understand that diapers and pull-ups may still be worn.

Stage lights are very bright and are designed to really spotlight the dancers. Stage lighting can make your dancers expressions and facial features more difficult to see (especially in photos and videos). We strongly recommend light makeup on all of our younger dancers! For young dancers we suggest only light brown eyeshadow, light pink blush, shiny lip gloss, and a few swipes of mascara! Please no blue/green/purple eyeshadows, eyeliners, or dark lipsticks. For older dancers please use slightly darker stage makeup such as eyeliner, burgundy lipstick, dark brown eyeshadow, and blush! A tip from a mom- “I think of it the one special day my little one is allowed to wear some of mommies special makeup”

To prevent any distractions from their big day we please ask that you limit your dancer to only wearing stud earrings. No bracelets, necklaces, rings, or dangly earrings! If your dancer does not have pierced ears, no worries! This will help have a distraction free performance!

When costumes go home (during parent week) please keep them hung in a safe place! Prevent playing dress up in your costume until after recital is finished! We are not able to order a new costume for recital if one becomes damaged!

Snacks and clear drinks are allowed in the backstage area. It is a good idea to pack lots of snacks and activities for your dancer to enjoy while waiting backstage. Unless you purchase a ticket for your dancer to watch the show they must remain backstage as UNF does not allow lap sitting. Robes, oversized t-shirts, and other clothing that can button up the front are a great for your dancer to eat snacks and not spill or stain on their costume! Toys and coloring books are also helpful for backstage. If your dancer has a tablet or any kind of electronic please label their device with their first and last name. We are not responsible for lost or stolen items.

The most important tip of all- Be Positive! If you have any problems come to any of the 1014 Staff so we can assist. But if you keep a positive attitude throughout the day your dancer will have a positive outcome! They have worked hard all year and we want them to have the best day ever!

Recital Rehearsals

We have asked all of our Studio 1014 families participating in recital to reserve the week of June 4^th-7^th for in studio recital rehearsals! These rehearsals will NOT be in costume and we ask for all dancers to be in attendance in preparation for June 9^th.

June 4^th – 4:30-6:15 Act 1 Rehearsal 6:15-7:30 Act 2 Rehearsal

June 5^th – 4:30-6:15 Act 1 Rehearsal 6:15-7:30 Act 2 Rehearsal

June 6^th- 4:30-6:15 Act 1 Rehearsal 6:15-7:30 Act 2 Rehearsal

June 7^th – 4:30-6:15 Act 1 Rehearsal 6:15-7:30 Act 2 Rehearsal

Dress Rehearsal will be held at UNF on June 9^th. Dancers are asked to wear makeup, have hair done, and bring all costume needs to this rehearsal.

10:00 am Call Time/Arrive @ UNF

10:15-10:30 Meeting in the theater with Ms. Cathy

10:45 am Dress Rehearsal Begins

5:00 pm Call Time/Sign in

6:00 pm Recital Begins

*All rehearsals are mandatory

*Please notify the office immediately in the event of your dancer being unable to participate in Rehearsal

*Snacks may be packed for in-studio rehearsal but will need to remain in cubbies outside of the ballroom

*Water only is permitted in the ballroom

*You are not required to stay in the studio for the duration of the rehearsals-Studio 1014 will not dismiss any dancers without a parent/guardian in attendance.