June 3-4 / Tolland High School
Performance
Tickets
SHOW
This year's "20th Anniversary Showcase" will take place June 4th @ Tolland High School. There will be 2 shows - 12:00 + 4:00PM, dancers will be assigned to one or both ("Children's Program" performs in one show).
REHEARSAL
A full Stage Rehearsal is held the day before Showcase - 6/3. Dancers participating must be present for this day, schedule will be announced in the Spring.
COMMITMENT
To participate in the Show dancers must commit to attending class regularly. Students that consistently miss or exceed 3 absences in a row will be unable to participate.
SALES
Sunday May 15 @ 10:00am - Click here to purchase / View the seating chart
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It is assigned seating, if you'd like to sit together with family we encourage you to have 1 person from your group log-in and purchase
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Due to fire code all attending patrons must purchase a ticket and sit in a seat regardless of age. We strongly recommend not bringing small children or babies, the theater is very dark & loud with complete blackouts every 3 minutes.
PREPARATION
PHOTOSHOOT WEEK
May 23-28 - Schedule Here
Attend class on the same day in costume to take class pictures for our annual Dance Yearbook (note - some times modified to accommodate multiple classrooms)
DRESS REHEARSAL
June 4-9 @ Toriography
Final class before the Showcase, dancers come at their normal time in costume (older dancers bring costume w/you) No hair or makeup!
STAGE REHEARSAL
June 11 @ Tolland High School (no costumes)
This rehearsal is mandatory for all dancers performing in the Showcase. Your scheduled time and information is posted here.
VOLUNTEERS
To make the Show a success we need Parent Participation backstage. Please consider volunteering before purchasing tickets, sign up here:
Positions:
• Class Moms- represent your dancer's group in the dressing room, help them change if needed, and keep them entertained. You will be able to visit the auditorium and view your dancer's performance!
• Runners - right in the action, bring dancers to & from the stage to perform. Note - you will be on your feet the length of the show
• Bathroom Runners - take little ones to & from the bathroom during the Show (great job for a grandma too!)
• Props - work backstage in helping set props/scenery on stage (great job for a Dad too!)
GETTING ORGANIZED
COSTUMES
They will begin arriving over the next 2 weeks and sent home. Please hang in a clean, dry place and do not wear for play or outside. Wrinkled costumes can be steamed but never ironed or placed in the wash. Some alterations may be needed to find a great fit for your dancer. Put your dancer's name inside costume pieces, dance shoes, & accessories.
OUTLINE
A list of what style tights need to be purchased, hair requirements, shoes per costume is accessible here. (Note - there are separate tabs by day) It will be updated as they arrive, check back often! Does not include Company Routines
SHOP
To purchase tights online we recommend www.dancewearsolutions.com, locally there is a store in Manchester called "Dance Village"
GENERAL GUIDELINES
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Underwear is not worn under dance costumes, tights serve this purpose.
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2 pairs of tights should be purchased to have a backup pair in case they rip.
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Developing dancers need to utilize a dance bra in beige/tan under costumes. Straps should be clear or pinned to be completely hidden. (No colored bras!)
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Remove jewelry, nail polish, friendship bracelets, and apple watches.
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All dancers are expected to arrive on Showcase Day clean & showered, with older dancers utilizing clear deodorant
SHOWCASE DAY
ARRIVAL
On Showcase Day, 1 female parent will drop their dancer off in the Dressing Room area @ 9:30am for 1st Show and 1:30PM for the 2nd. Hair & makeup should already be complete and costume (or 1st costume) already on. Dancers will be left here for the length of the Show and picked up when it's complete, parents that are not volunteering will not be permitted to stay.
Dressing Room Areas:
Ages 4-11 : Small Gym
Ages 12-14 : Choir Room
Ages 15+ : Band Room
PICK-UP
At the completion of the Show, send 1 female parent to the dressing room to pick up your dancer. Note - early retrieval is not permitted for the safety of all dancers.
PACKING
Here are some great things to pack with your dancer on Show Day:
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Favorite doll/stuffed animal (great for little ones!)
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Small blanket or sweater if tend to get cold
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Coloring books, games, cards, etc.
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Small snacks - water, pretzels, granola bar (dry items) *No colored drinks, pudding, applesauce, etc.
BEAUTY
MAKEUP
All dancers need a little makeup to brighten their faces on stage (lights will wash them out). Here is what we recommend:
Ages 4-6* / Blush, eyeshadow (browns/taupes, no colors), lipstick (berry shades, not bright red or pink)
Ages 7-9 / Same above plus foundation, powder, mascara
Ages 10+ / Same as above plus eyeliner
*Toriography strongly believes in kids looking like kids. Makeup is not required for the 4-6 age group, do what you feel comfortable with, however a little makeup can make them feel extra special on this day!
HAIR
The style required for your class is listed here. If you have a "high bun" it should be tight, clean and hold up all day utilizing copious amounts of strong gel & hairspray (bangs must be back). Here is a video tutorial to help you in creating your bun!
✽ Shopping List: Hair ties in your color, strong gel, hairspray, hair pins, bobby pins or barrettes, hair net in your hair color, donut (recommended)
NOTE - Do not add sparkly makeup, hair glitter, or additional accessories to any dancer! Please follow the above information only.
MASKS
Masks will not be required at the Showcase, however you are always welcome to wear one. Please utilize a "flesh" color one on stage, not one that matches the costume.
Costumes
• PURCHASE
One costume is purchased for each class you participate in - card on file will run automatically April 1st. Price includes costume, accessories (ie. hats, gloves, etc), and props. Coordinating tights + footwear are the family's responsibility. (You will receive an outline of these items) >Note - there are no refunds on costumes
• PRICE
Children's Program/Foundations - $79.00 + tax
Dance Program - $89.00 + tax
• MEASUREMENTS
Please measure + enter your dancers numbers using the instructions here
Fees
• PARTICIPATION
A fee of $75.00/dancer is charged with your final tuition payment May 17 (additional siblings are $50.00). Your fee includes an HD download of the full Show,
commemorative Cast T-Shirt, and covers all theater rental/production costs.
• TICKETS
Tickets for the June 4th performances will go on sale May 7th @ 10:30AM with Dance Recital Ticketing (link will be posted here). You will be able to log-in and purchase assigned seats on this day for yourself and family members. (Dancers do not need a ticket) Please note the following:
> It is assigned seating, if you'd like to sit with family we encourage you to have 1 person from your group log-in to purchase. View the seating chart here!
> Due to fire code all attending patrons must purchase a ticket and sit in a seat regardless of age. We strongly recommend not bringing small children or babies, the
theater is very dark & loud with complete blackouts every 3 minutes. Screaming/crying affects the dancers on stage as well as surrounding dance families.
Pictures
• PHOTOSHOOT WEEK
This annual event will be held May 1-7 at Toriography. Dancers will arrive to class in their costumes and have a picture taken as a group for our annual Yearbook,
as well as individual poses. A gallery will be sent home for you to select your favorites (optional) and Yearbook available for purchase.
Other
• More information regarding the event will be added here as we get closer. Check back for updates!
• Showcase is not required. Dancers are still welcome to learn the routine and participate in class. Please note however - the Showcase will be discussed often and
dancers prepared in many ways for the big day. Receiving/trying on costumes can be especially sensitive if they are not a part of it. We strongly recommend having
this conversation with your dancer so they are not surprised or feel left out of the process.
• To make the day run seamlessly we rely on the help of our Toriography families to volunteer. Jobs include Class Moms, Prop Parents, Runners, etc. A sign-up
form will be sent as we get closer, consider sharing your time to make the event successful!
• All dancers will be assigned to a "Dressing Room" area during the performances. They will remain backstage through the length of Show (approx. 2-2.5hrs). This
includes younger dancers, please note before committing that they have to stay for the entire performance and parents are not permitted backstage unless
volunteering (see above).