MASTER PICTURE, REHEARSAL & RECITAL SCHEDULE
MASTER PICTURE, REHEARSAL & RECITAL SCHEDULE
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2026 PictureRehearsalRecital Schedule (2).pdfPERFORMANCE PACKAGES
PERFORMANCE PACKAGES
Performances are known for creating special memories—both for the dancer and for their family and friends. It is a sentimental moment in time for many parents, watching their child perform in front of an audience!
Performing onstage is an incredible opportunity for dancers to share what they have been learning in class, and to showcase their progress from the beginning of the year to the end. All the hard work is worthwhile when a dancer experiences the high fives and smiles and congratulations that the recital brings from classmates, family, and friends!
Performance Packages are priced by family. Payments are broken up into two (2) installments and are run with tuition using the card on file unless paid prior to the date they are due.
First installment is due... FEBRUARY 1, 2026
Pay with cash or check by Saturday, January 31 at 1PM to avoid a 3% surcharge fee!
Second installment is due... MARCH 1, 2026
Pay with cash or check by Saturday, February 28 at 1PM to avoid a 3% surcharge fee!
INVESTMENT:
Families With One (1) Child:
Cash/Check: $129.00
Credit: $132.87
Families With Two (2) Children:
Cash/Check: $169.00
Credit: $174.07
Families With Three+ (3+) Children:
Cash/Check: $199.00
Credit: $204.97
THE PERFORMANCE PACKAGE INCLUDES
COSTUME PICK-UP - APRIL 11
COSTUME PICK-UP - APRIL 11
This is a drive-thru recital costume pick-up at Tonawanda Dance Arts.
Please enter on Merle Rd and exit on Military Rd.
Check your pick-up time block below based on your child's last name.
All accounts must be paid in full to receive costume(s). No exceptions.
12-1PM: A - G
1-2PM: H - M
2-3PM: N - R
3-4PM: S - Z
PICTURES - APRIL 13-18
PICTURES - APRIL 13-18
Pictures will take place at the studio April 13-18. There are no regular classes this week.
Your child’s photo will typically be scheduled on their regularly scheduled class day. However, due to scheduling constraints, the exact time may differ from their normal class time. Please reference the picture schedule here.
Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled picture time. We cannot wait for late students.
Students should arrive in costume with hair and makeup done.
Upon arrival, students will have their individual photo taken first, then a class photo.
There will be a dressing room available for students to change in. For children 6 and younger, one parent is allowed in the dressing room if their child needs assistance. Parents are not allowed in the picture rooms.
Hair must be slicked back and secured tightly in a bun at the crown of the head (without a hair part).
No jewelry, nail polish, or underwear (some exceptions).
Make sure your dancer has the correct shoes. All slip on taps should have elastic ties.
Please make sure to bring all parts of your costume with you (ie. tights, socks, gloves, headpiece, etc.). If you don't know what something is, please bring it and we will help you!
Any Boppin'® Babies students that are having a photo taken will have it taken with a parent or guardian. The parent or guardian should wear the Boppin'® Babies performance shirt they are given with their child's costume.
All special dances will have a specific time slot that they will be able to get their picture taken. A schedule will be provided.
NEW THIS YEAR! After picture week, you will receive a link via email to view and select your child's pictures and purchase a picture package online.
It takes a few weeks to fill all orders. You will receive communication when photos are ready.
REHEARSAL - MAY 11-12
REHEARSAL - MAY 11-12
Our rehearsal is the last chance to practice before our big show!
Rehearsal will take place May 11-12 at Cardinal O'Hara High School.
This is not a dress rehearsal. Students should wear their regular dance clothes. THEY SHOULD NOT WEAR THEIR DANCE COSTUME.
Please reference the rehearsal schedule here. This will vary from your normal class time.
Arriving early for your call time will guarantee that your child doesn't miss their chance to rehearse on stage. We cannot wait for late dancers.
Anticipate you will be at rehearsal for up to 30 minutes per dance.
Upon arrival, check-in with our staff at the check-in table, following signs and instructions.
Children will get the opportunity to rehearse their dance onstage.
Parents and guardians are not allowed backstage.
When your class has finished rehearsing, you are free to leave!
RECITAL - MAY 13-17
RECITAL - MAY 13-17
Recital will take place May 14-17 at Cardinal O'Hara High School.
Please reference the recital schedule here.
Students should arrive 30 minutes prior to show time.
Students should use the bathroom before arriving.
Please DO NOT send snacks to due to potential food allergies.
Students should be fully dressed in their costume, with make-up on and hair in bun. No jewelry, underwear (some exceptions).
Hair must be slicked back and secured tightly in a bun at the crown of the head (unless otherwise noted). See below for a tutorial!
Students should wear make-up so they don’t appear washed out on stage (though this is optional for young children). See below for a tutorial!
If your child has multiple dances with different tights, LAYER YOUR TIGHTS!
Start by putting on the pair of tights your child will wear LAST. Whatever their last dance is in the show line up.
Then, put on the pair of tights they will wear SECOND TO LAST in the show line up... and so on.
This makes it easier while changing costumes! They just have to take off a layer and then they are ready.
If your child has costume changes during the performance, make sure to have their costume with all accessories and shoes labeled and ready to give to the studio representative upon check-in. Their name should be written on every part of the costume (ie. tights, headpieces, shoes, etc.). A studio representative will make sure that your child gets changed during the show and has everything they need for a successful performance!
After dropping your child off at the dressing room, proceed to the audience and find your seat to watch the performance.
Dressing rooms are supervised with our background checked and first-aid trained studio representatives. They are safe and secure.
QUICK CHANGES
All of your dancer's costume changes will be dropped off when you check in at the recital.
Make sure all tights and shoes needed for each costume are in the costume bag (not in a separate dance bag). All costume pieces, including tights and shoes, should be stored together in the costume bag.
If you are in My Special Someone, have your shirt, jeans and shoes labeled in a bag for easy identification of who it belongs to.
Staff will handle all costume changes. You can just sit back and enjoy the show!
Pick up your costume(s) after the show. There will be a storage rack backstage and a storage rack in the dressing room with all the student’s costumes from that show. Your dancer’s costume will be located in either of the places, depending on where they had to change.
DANCER CHECK IN AND CHECK OUT AT RECITAL
Safety is always TDA’s top priority. You will receive an email with a QR code for dancer check in and check out. The email will be sent the week of recital to the email we have on file. If a different guardian is dropping off and picking up your child at recital (which was designated on the security form), please make sure they have the QR code available by forwarding them the email.
CHECK IN: One parent should check in the dancer. When you walk into the venue, find the merchandise table and turn left. You will find dancer check in right inside the dressing room. After check-in, your dancer will find their friends and you can proceed to the audience, find your seat and enjoy the show!
CHECK OUT: After the show finishes, all children sit down on the stage with our designated staff and Leaders In Training. The guardian on the security form and with the security bracelet will go to the right side of the stage, up the stairs, and through the doors. Pick up your child on the stage and have your QR code ready. Walk across the stage and you will show your QR code to our designated staff members to check out. Proceed down the hallway back to the front of the school. Don't forget to pick up additional costumes and shoes from the dressing room before joining the rest of your family.
RECITAL TICKETING INFORMATION
RECITAL TICKETING INFORMATION
PATRON codes and COUPON codes are issued per family and will be sent to the email on file at least 12 hours in advance. The code can only be used ONCE.
Ticketing codes are not given to accounts with an outstanding balance. Therefore, in order to purchase tickets, accounts must be paid in full. No exceptions.
Recital tickets go on sale starting at the following times. Tickets are purchased online only.
Graduating Seniors - May 2 @ 9AM
2025-2026 Elite Members - May 2 at 10AM
2025-2026 Premium Members - May 2 at 11AM
2025-2026 Basic Members - May 2 at 3PM
General Sales - May 9 at 10AM
MEMORY BUNDLES, MEMORY BOOKS, AND STUFFIES
MEMORY BUNDLES, MEMORY BOOKS, AND STUFFIES
Our Memory Bundles, Memory Books and Recital Stuffies are the perfect way to remember your child's special performance in our 2026 performance "Dancing Through Life"!
Orders are due no later than APRIL 18 at 1PM.
💭 MEMORY BUNDLES: Bundles include one (1) memory book and one (1) picture patron in our memory book (price depends on size of picture patron). If you are ordering multiple picture patrons, please fill out the form for each patron separately.
💭 MEMORY BOOKS: Memory books are in full color and include tons of fun surprises! You can view past copies of the memory book at the desk.
💭 STUFFIES: The cutest and cuddliest gift for after an incredible performance! The teddy bear is wearing a t-shirt with the recital logo.
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