Recital
Tips
Recital can be a stressful part of the year. Here
are some helpful tips to keep you and your child calm and prepared for
anything.
11.
Stay Calm!
A positive attitude will help your dancer stay calm. Children can pick up on our stress levels.
22.
Be prepared. Get
everything ready a few days before the recital.
A few days before the recital
11.
Make a list of
everything they need, costume, shoes, tights, hair pieces, etc.
22.
Get all parts of
their costume ready.
33.
Take their costume
out of the bag and make sure it doesn’t look wrinkled. (Do not use an iron on costumes. Tutus and other costumes can be steamed in a
steamy bathroom or with a laundry steamer.) If your child is in more than one dance: check the show order, put costumes in order
of performance. Teachers and Staff will
help dancers with costume changes. Have
your dancer wear a nude colored leotard underneath their costumes, it makes
costume changes more comfortable.
44.
Check to make
sure you have the shoes needed.
55.
Hair pieces are included in the costume bag. Each class has a specific hair style. Please make sure you know how they are to wear
their hair. Remember to use hair gel and
hairspray. A hairnet for buns is a great
tool.
66.
Tights. Please wear
the tights we included in their bags.
Typically, it’s pink tights for Ballet and Tan (Carmel) tights for Jazz.
77.
Label everything. i.e. on the
tag inside the costume and inside the shoes. Many young girls in the same classes are the same size.
88. Makeup. For younger dancers: blush and lip gloss is
enough. For older dancers: foundation, blush, neutral browns eye shadow,
mascara, classic red lipstick.
99. Pack their dance bag:
-A water bottle, snacks, (no sticky,
messy kinds), etc.
-A few quiet games, such as a
coloring book, stuffed animal, or deck of cards will help them quietly pass the
time while they are waiting to perform.
110. Make sure your child is rested. A little extra sleep before the recital will
go a long way.
111. Check the address of the recital. Get directions if you need them. South Hills Middle School, 13508 S. 4000
W. Riverton, UT. Make sure you know how long it will take you
to get to the school.
The day of the Recital
11.
Make sure dancers go to the
bathroom before you get ready.
2. Relax. Keep in mind your dancer will be excited
and anxious, as will you. Try to relax and enjoy this special night in
your dancer's life.
3. Ask
for help! We are here to help you
and your dancer. Our teachers and
staff have lots of experience with performing.
4. Have
fun! This is what we have been working towards, so enjoy it!
