As we step into the new year, we are excited to begin preparations for our annual all-studio June performance — one of the most magical and anticipated highlights of our season! This year’s performances will take place June 6 & 7, and we are thrilled to bring to the stage our story ballet,“The Adventures of Lucy May.” Participation is never mandatory, but from years of experience, we can confidently say that performing on stage is a joyful, confidence-building experience that dancers remember for years to come!
❗IMPORTANT REMINDER If your dancer is NOT going to participate in the year-end performance, please notify us by January 15. If you ARE planning to participate, no action is needed. This information is essential not only for costume orders, but also for choreography and stage planning.
Due to time constraints the studio will be divided into 2 separate casts (cast lists will be determined by the end of February). One cast will perform Saturday June 6 at 5:00 and the other Sunday June 7 at 2:00. As a general rule 4th grade and above will be in both casts while 3rd grade and below will be in 1 cast only. All of the performances will be in the new theater at Pine Street. Performance length is about 1-3/4 hours. If your dancer takes more than 1 class or if you have multiple students, every effort will be made to have them all in the same cast. Unfortunately, due to the many variables that isn’t always possible. Decisions are made based on trying to accommodate the largest number of students in each class.
This is the first time we will perform on the stage so it is very important that all dancers be there! Saturday May 30 @ 8:00am (Saturday cast) and 10:00am (Sunday cast).
Date and time to be announced. The photographer will take a group and an individual picture. You are under no obligation to have pictures taken, although they are a great keepsake at a reasonable price.
A costume is ordered for each dancer after a $35.00 deposit has been paid (due the week of Jan 12-15). Many hours are spent choosing something that is reusable, age appropriate and cost effective for each class. The average cost is $50.00-$60.00. The balance is due the week of April 6-10.
Seating will be reserved and admission is $15.00. The ticket price is to cover the cost of the show and to support Silverton Ballet and PAC’s reduced tuition program for any family paying for 2 classes, and an even greater discount for families taking more than 2 classes as well as our many scholarship opportunities.
We will be asking for parent volunteers to be back stage with the dancers during the performance. While your dancer performs there will be a designated area for you to stand and watch him/her dance.
(pictures will be handed out at the last class) June tuition is half of your normal monthly amount. All outstanding balances must be paid by June 1 in order for your child to perform. The last days of class will be June 8-11.
More details to follow in your Performance Packet, to be emailed in April!
Katie Ross (Brown)