FAQ's
RECITAL Frequently Asked Questions
What is Recital?
Recital is an end of the year performance for all our Yearly program classes. Each class is invited to perform a dance they’ve learned throughout the year in their class. No additional rehearsals are required to learn choreography with the exception of Dress Rehearsal – on Sunday, June 9th. Costumes are distributed to all students during regular class times during Costume Week in March and Recital photos are taken by a professional photographer on an additional Sunday in April.
Are all dancers required to do Recital?
While Recital is strongly encouraged we will not force a student to perform if they are not comfortable. Please feel free to reach out at any time to discuss this further should you have any questions.
Will I be Automatically Signed up for Recital?
Yes! All Dance Directions students who are enrolled in the yearly program are automatically signed up for recital.
When is the Recital Fee & Costume Fee Due?
All Recital fees are due on October 15, 2022. All Costume fees are due on November 15, 2022.
Payments can be made by:
Automated: Visa/MasterCard automatically charged owing amounts on their due dates.
Manual Visa/MasterCard: Manually paying through your studio account, calling in or visiting our front desk.
E-transfer to: info@dancedirections.ca
Question: Where are we located?
Answer: squamish
Cheque: Payable to “Dance Directions” and handed in prior to the due date.
Why is the Recital deadline so early?
We order costumes from costume companies throughout Canada and the States. The costume companies do not always stock costumes and will not start making any costumes until they have been paid for in full. If we don’t order costumes by mid-January, they may not be ready for Costume and Picture week in April.
How can I purchase recital tickets?
Recital tickets may be purchased online starting May 4th. The ticket link will be sent out via email and can also be found on our website. If you need any assistance with this please do not hesitate to reach out.
What types of tickets are available?
General Admission tickets (first come first seated on show day) will be available.
How many shows will my dancer be in?
Each class performs in all shows.
Will I know ahead of time when specifically my dancer’s routine will be in Recital?
We will post in the studio and on the website the specific show order of each show by the end of May.
Why do you charge a Recital Fee?
Dance Directions charges a recital fee to cover the administrative costs of organizing and preparing for a recital for over 50 students. Some of the costs that are covered are rent on the theatre for both dress rehearsal and show, professional sound and lighting equipment, backdrops, etc. More information can be found in our studio handbook.
What do I get for my Costume Fee?
When you pay your costume fee you receive a costume and all accessories (headpieces, gloves, etc.). You are responsible for the shoes and tights needed for each particular recital dance. This is a rental fee that covers cleaning once all costumes have been returned.
Is my dancer allowed to watch the show after they've performed?
If your dancer performs BEFORE intermission they are welcome to watch the remainder of the show so long as they have purchased a ticket. Dancers will need to return back stage no less than 3 dances prior to the finale to be lined up and ready to go back on stage.
Why do dancers have to have tickets to the show?
For your safety, the Fire Department has set building capacity levels which are based on the number of physical seats in a building. In order to ensure that we comply with these safety rules, we need to make sure we know how many people are expected at each of our shows and that means that all persons watching a show must have a physical seat (unless they are very young and can sit on their parent’s lap- ages 3 and under). In addition, it is against Fire Department rules to allow any person to sit on the floor of an auditorium and many of our shows are nearly sold out.
Why can’t I video the show or take photos during the show?
For the safety of our dancers, we do not allow any flash photography at any of our shows. We also want to make sure that each person in the audience has a good view of the stage and their dancers. Tripods and anxious parents standing in the auditorium to take video/photos of their children disrupts the show and ruins the viewing experience for others around them. A digital download of the performance will be available for purchase for all families.
Can I keep my Recital costume?
No. To continue to provide affordable costuming we rent our costumes.
Can I buy Recital Tickets at the studio?
Yes, should you need to purchase your recital tickets with cash or etransfer you are welcome to come into the studio at any time and we will be happy to help.
Can I buy Recital Tickets at the door at Recital?
Yes, should quantities last you will be able to purchase tickets at the theatre prior to the show start time. However any tickets purchased at the theatre will be more expensive than online.
Why do I have to pay regular tuition for Costume Week?
Costume week is charged as regular classes. The teachers are present and working with the dancers during this week and the studio is open for business. Costumes will not take the entire duration of class and regular classes will take place.
Can I get a refund or credit if I decide not to do recital?
Recital fees and Costume Fees are non-refundable and no credits are given. Costume companies do not allow returns, refunds or credits so we cannot give you a refund or credit. Once the costumes are ordered, you will be responsible for your child’s costume fee even if they do not perform.
Does my child have to have a specific hairstyle or wear make up for Recital performance?
Yes! In March, we will email, post on our website and at the studio on a spreadsheet, organized by day, time & class, that outlines exactly the hairstyle that each teacher wants their class to have for recital. While there is no specific type or manufacturer for make up, you should generally match your child’s skin tone for the base make up and use basic red lipstick for recital.
What shoes does my child have to have for recital and do I have to provide them?
In March, we will email, post on our website and at the studio on a spreadsheet, organized by day, time & class, that describes what kind of shoe your dancer should be wearing. Dancers are responsible for providing their own shoes.