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Elite Dance Center Recital 2025
Nature's Symphony
Recital time is our FAVORITE time of year! There is so much joy in watching these dancers, of all ages, take to the stage and shine. Thank you to our staff, dancers and parents for making it possible to have such beautiful and professional shows.
Please take the time to fully read this informational packet!
The information you are about to read in this packet is very important. It contains detailed information you will need regarding costumes, dress rehearsals, show day, tickets, pictures, etc. Please read this packet carefully and mark your calendars with important dates and times. If you still feel unsure about anything after reading this packet please email us at edcfoxboro@gmail.com
Everything you need to know from head to toe:
Dress Rehearsal
Dress Rehearsal
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Dress Rehearsal will take place at Elite Dance Center, 30 Commercial Street, Foxboro
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Dress Rehearsal is May 27th, May 28th and May 29th at Elite Dance Center. Please see the Dress Rehearsal schedule sheet for specific rehearsal times.
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You can find your dancer’s detailed class info (teacher name, class name, show, etc) in your parent portal. Your Dress Rehearsal day and time are listed separately on the Dress Rehearsal handout.
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Please arrive with hair and makeup complete and fully dressed in your first costume. (See Hair and Makeup below)
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If you have multiple dances, plan to rehearse in the order they are scheduled on the Dress Rehearsal Handout. However, please understand that the schedule is flexible to ensure we are running as quickly and efficiently as possible. The order may not be the same for the recital with the exception of the Combo Classes.
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We run ON TIME, sometimes even a few minutes early. Please arrive 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR REHEARSAL TIME in your first costume with stage hair and make up done. We are unable to wait for missing and/or late students, and cannot alter the order in which numbers are rehearsed.
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Dress rehearsal is MANDATORY & very important for your child so they know what to expect for recital day. Including wearing the costume, entrances, exits, and most importantly a live audience.
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Cameras and Video cameras are encouraged for DRESS REHEARSAL ONLY.
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No extra visitors are allowed on this day. Only ONE parent/guardian per dancer .
Recital Photos
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Donner photographic will be set up in the studio at Dress Rehearsal.
Each dancer will have a group portrait taken in every costume.
Dancers will also take individual photos in each costume.
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Only dancers and Elite Staff are allowed into the photography Studio while pictures are in session.
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Pictures will be on sale Friday, June 6th 4:00pm to 7:00pm at Elite Dance Center. You will be able to view all of the pictures taken. There is no obligation to purchase pictures.
Regular Class Schedule during Dress Rehearsal Week
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There will be no regular classes during the week of May 26th through May 31st. In lieu of regular classes, we will be having Dress Rehearsal. Please see adjusted days and times.
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The Dress Rehearsal is considered a substitute class. If you are in a non-performing class, you may request a makeup class if desired.
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The last day of classes for the annual year is June 13th.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Dress Rehearsal
1. What do I wear?- All Dress Rehearsals are full hair, makeup and costume. This is the opportunity to get a practice round in for you and your dancer.
2. Where do I go? - Dress Rehearsals are being held at Elite Dance Center. You will park in the lot and enter through the front door. Inside there will be signs to direct you to your changing room. Please look for your class day and time on the assigned dressing areas.
3. What time should I arrive?- Every class has been assigned a window of time (see the Dress rehearsal Schedule handout). You should arrive 15 minutes earlier than the time listed on the spreadsheet. Dancers will perform their dance and then have the class photo taken. Individual dancer photos may also be taken at this time. Dancers will be released as soon as their dance is complete and their portraits have been taken. Please keep in mind that if children are late to rehearsal, it will affect the schedule for the rest of the day. In order to stay on schedule, classes may not wait for a late dancer arrival.
4. Why are Dress Rehearsals mandatory? This policy protects your child and classmates from a negative performance experience. Dress Rehearsals allow your dancer to get the on stage performance but in their home studio building confidence for a successful show!
5. What should I bring? If your child has multiple costumes, pack a dance bag with their additional costumes, accessories, tights and shoes. Otherwise, dancers should arrive ready to dance and won’t need additional items.
6. Can parents watch Dress Rehearsal? Yes! We encourage ONE parent to sit in the audience. Because you will not be allowed to photograph or video during recitals, this is a great time to take pictures and video.
7. Can I drop off my child? - NO. You will be responsible for your children's costume and changing them in between photos. Ages 12+ excluded.
Everything you need to know from head to toe:
Costumes and Hair/Makeup
Costumes
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Costumes will be distributed during class May 3rd through May 9th to Adults only. Your account must be in good standing, including May tuition, to receive your costume.
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Label everything, including costumes, tights, shoes, and accessories!
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Please do not let your child play dress up with costume as it cannot be returned or replaced prior to the recital.
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Once received, please take your dancer’s costume out of the bag and hang it somewhere safe. Tutu’s and ‘fluffy’ dance skirts should be hung upside down. This allows gravity to do the work, and once your dancer puts it on – the tutu will not sag. If the costume is wrinkled – do not iron! Simply hang it in your bathroom during a hot shower and let it get steam OR use a steamer for the perfect touch.
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Please write student’s name in his or her costume(s), shoes, and accessories. We recommend you store your costumes in garment bags for each costume. For your convenience, garment bags are available in the Studio for $13.
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Please do not wear underwear under tights. Remove all nail polish. No Jewelry may be wore except for small post earrings. Shoes should be clean.
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Final Bows – every Elite Dance dancer will wear their Recital T-Shirt for the Finale. Please make sure this is labeled and included with their costumes upon Recital check in.
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Please make any alterations prior to Picture Day.
Hair and Make-up
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Make-up is an important part of costuming for any children's dance recital. Because of the bright lights on stage, without make-up you will not see any features on your child’s beautiful face. Make-up for the stage is different from make-up for regular use.
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Please wear Hair and Makeup as you would for a Recital at Dress Rehearsal. We recommend mascara, neutral eyeshadow, bright lipstick, eyeliner and blush. This is great practice for both parent and dancer.
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Hair must be pulled back from face in a LOW bun with middle part and securely fastened with gel. Neutral colored hair ties should be used. Boys should be neatly groomed.
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Hats & Headpieces are to be secured with several bobby pins. Be sure to "X them on each side of the head to hold. Accessories should be pinned and secured with a medium size pin.
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Dancers should wear their NEW pair of tights to Dress Rehearsal/Picture Day and the Recital. If your dancer wears both white/pink and suntan tights put the tan tights first and the pink/white tights over them.
Everything you need to know from head to toe:
Recital Day
Show Times
Saturday, May 31st - 10:00 am arrival 9:30
Saturday, May 31st - 1:00pm arrival 12:30
Saturday, May 31st - 4:00pm arrival 3:30
Saturday, May 31st - 6:30pm show show is FREE for ALL who have a ticket for ANY show. It will begin
immediately after Show 3 is dismissed.
Arrival:
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Please arrive to check in with the table in the lobby no later than 30 MINUTES before your show time begins. The show will not be delayed if your dancer is late. Please ensure you arrive on time with all costumes and shoes.
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Parents are not allowed backstage to drop off their dancer.
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Hair/ makeup must be done upon arrival and in your first costume(combo classes). There will be someone checking dancers in upon arrival. All other dancers in multiple routines can change backstage.
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Peanut free snacks and water are allowed but NO colored items such as juice and Cheetos.
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Recital T-Shirts are Mandatory and are included with your dancer's costume. All students must wear there shirts for the bows/finale performance!
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Recital Awards are given at the end of each show. These include awards for dancers who have performed in the Recital for 5 years, 10 years, and 15 years. We also award an Entertainer of the Year, Most Improved, Most Promising, and 2025/2026 Full Scholarship.
Pickup Procedures:
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The performance is over after the Finale and Awards. Audience members should stay for the entire performance and should not leave early. Dancers will not be dismissed early from the performance. Please stay in your seat until the performance is over and the house lights are raised. If you must exit the auditorium during the performance, please exit in between dance routines. Then, exit with the rest of the audience. This policy is in place to show respect and appreciation to all of our performers as well as audience members around you.
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Dancers will be dismissed from the side door to a parent/guardian.
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Dancers in multiple shows may leave in between but must check in 30 minutes before the next show.
Dance Recital Etiquette
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Seating: Every member of the audience should have a ticket. Please prepare to show your ticket electronically at the door.
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Silence or Turn Off Your Devices: Please turn off cell phones, tablets, and any other electronic devices prior to the performance starting. You should never speak, text, or play games on your electronic devices during a performance. You should also not check your device during a performance since the backlight is incredibly bright and distracting to other audience members and also visible to the dancers on stage.
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No Video or Pictures: Photography and videography are not allowed during the recital performances. Members of the audience using their phones may be asked to leave the performance. Your movements trying to get the best angle as well as the light from the device are distracting to both nearby audience members and the dancers who have worked hard for this special day. Digital downloads of the professional videography will be sent when complete from True Focus Films. Photos with family, friends, and fellow dancers can be taken before or after the show in the lobby or outside.
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Applause: Most of us know that it’s tradition to give the performers a round of applause at the end of the dance! One of the most rewarding parts of recital weekend is hearing our younger dancers say “did you hear how loud they clapped for us?” as they rush off the stage for the first time. Another great way to show your support is to applaud during the impressive moments that you know your dancer has worked hard to achieve. Please refrain from yelling names throughout the performance. This can be distracting for the dancers and make them forget their routines.
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No Backstage Access: No one is allowed backstage during the shows except for dancers, volunteers, and instructors. Dancers will be released at the end of the Show. Please rest assured that we have a number of volunteers backstage to help your dancer throughout the entire process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Recital Day
1. Where can I buy tickets?
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Tickets can be purchased from Dance Recital Ticketing. All attendees Must Have a ticket. This link is shareable to your friends and family. We DO NOT post on social media. This way we know EVERY audience member is part of our ELITE family. https://26864.recitalticketing.com/landing.cfm?loc=4
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Tickets are for reserved seating. Tickets are $20 each plus fees. Tickets are a first come first served basis. All attendees must have a ticket. Make sure you are purchasing tickets for the correct show. Tickets must be purchased for each show you want to attend.
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Each attendee MUST have a scanable barcode with a Printed ticket or a Mobile E-Ticket. Tickets will be scanned prior to entrances.
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Seating availability is not guaranteed until tickets have been purchased.
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SHOW 4 is FREE! Please come support our dancers performing in this show. This is a great chance to show your dancers how amazing it looks from the audience.
2. How long are the shows?
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We anticipate shows will be approx 2.5 hours each. Live performances are never a guarantee, but this is a good estimate.
3. Once my child dances, when can I pick them up from backstage?
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Dancers may only be picked up at the end of the show. No dancers will be dismissed early. Dancers will be dismissed by class from the side door. Please stay in your seats through the Show.
4. How do I know which show my Dancers’ class is in.
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Each show is listed in the class title in the Parent Portal in Jackrabbit. Log into the parent portal is here: https://app.jackrabbitclass.com/jr3.0/ParentPortal/Login?orgId=543563 . For example dance class (SHOW 4)
5. Can I take photos/videos during the show?
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NO We have professional videography at the recitals so no photos or videos are allowed during the performance. Photos and videos are only allowed at Dress Rehearsal. This is strictly enforced. Video recording is distracting to both the dancers and the audience members and may be seen in the professional video.
6. Can I pack snacks?
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Dancers may bring a water bottle and colorless snacks such as animal crackers or pretzels.
7. I have a younger child. What should I bring to help entertain them during the show backstage?
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Coloring pages, crayons and other activities will be provided to backstage dancers. No electronics/phones should be packed with your child.
8. Can I buy a recital video?
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Recital videos have been charged to your current account. An electronic version will be distributed when editing is complete.
Gifts for Your Stars
Flowers
If this is your first dance recital you might be surprised to find many of the other parents or family members have small bouquets or single flowers ready to present to their dancer at the end of the show.
Elite has teamed up with Floracause to make this special day even easier.
You may order flowers for your dancer through Floracause. Flowers can be ordered here: https://floracause.com/elite/ Floracause donates a portion of sales to a charity of our choice. We have chosen to donate to Boston Children's Hospital. Pre Order bouquets HERE by May 26th.
Small Bouquets - $20 /
Large Bouquets - $23.
Orders will be available for pickup pre show, in the McVinney Auditorium lobby on the day of your recital. There may be bouquets available on the day of, but we cannot guarantee any availability.
Shout Outs
Send your favorite dancers a good luck message for the big show! Click HERE for the Order Form **ORDER FORMS DUE SATURDAY, MAY 23rd. These will be presented to the dancers backstage during the show. Only $3.00
Elite Dance Center Gear
Elite Dance Center Gear will be sold both before each recital and during intermission.
Stock up before it sells out.
Upcoming Events
Founder's Day
Saturday, June 7th - 9am to 12pm - Come join Elite Dance Center at the Founder’s Day parade. All participants must wear a Recital t-shirt. ALL families and friends of dancers are welcome.
Fall Registration
Fall Registration is opening soon! First come, first serve choice of class days and times.
Summer Registration
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Summer Intensive and Dance Team Auditions - Ages 5+ July 28th to August 1st
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Summer One Week Workshops:
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9am- 12pm, 9am- 2pm and 9am - 4pm options available
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July 14th to July 18th
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August 4th to August 8th
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August 18th to August 22nd
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Summer Weeknight Workshops
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Ages 2-4 ~ July 17th to August 21st
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4:00 - 4:45
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5:00 - 5:45
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Ages 5-7 ~ June 24th to August 19th
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5:00 - 6:30
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Ages 8-11 ~ June 26th to August 21st
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6:00 - 7:30
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Ages 12+ ~ June 24th to August 19th
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6:30 - 8:00
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Informational Parent Meeting for Dance Team and Company will be June 10th at Elite Dance Center ~ 7:30pm
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See our website www.elitedance.us for all Summer options and pricing
TUESDAY MAY 27TH
Rehearsal Time | Class Day/Time | Style | Song Title |
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1:30 PM | Tuesday 9:30 | Combo I-Ballet | Castle On A Cloud |
Tuesday 9:30 | Combo I-Tap | Lion Sleeps Tonight | |
Tuesday 9:30 | Combo I-Acro | Ain't No Mountain | |
3:00 PM | Friday 3:30 | Lyrical | Footprints in the Sand |
Thursday 2:45 | Open | New Star in the Sky | |
Tuesday 2:45 | Lyrical | Afloat | |
3:15 PM | Tuesday 3:15 | Contemporary | The Wolf |
Tuesday 2:45 | Tap | Smooth Criminal | |
Monday 5:00 | Lyrical | Oh, What A World | |
3:30 PM | Wednesday 2:45 | Character | Music Box Dancer |
Tuesday 3:30 | Open | Silver Lining | |
Friday 3:30 | Acro | Singin In The Rain | |
3:45 PM | Saturday 9:00 | Combo I-Ballet | Beyond |
Saturday 12:00 | Open | Funky Monkey | |
Monday 4:00 | Tap | Bare Necessities | |
4:00 PM | Saturday 11:45 | Combo III - Tap | Let it Grow |
Tuesday 3:45 | Company | Burnin Up | |
4:15 PM | Saturday 9:00 | Combo I-Tap | Sea Cruise |
Saturday 11:15 | Team Jazz III | Little Secret | |
4:30 PM | Saturday 11:45 | Combo III- Ballet | Somewhere over the Rainbow |
Tuesday 6:45 | Team Ballet II | Four Seasons | |
4:45 PM | Saturday 9:00 | Combo I-Acro | Walking on Sunshine |
Tuesday 6:45 | Team Ballet III | The Crown | |
5:00 PM | Saturday 11:45 | Combo III- Jazz | Something about the Sunshine |
Friday 6:30 | Team Ballet IV | Blood Upon The Snow | |
5:15 PM | Saturday 10:30 | Combo II-Ballet | A Whole New World |
Saturday 10:30 | Team Hip Hop I | Rollin | |
5:30 PM | Saturday 11:15&Tuesday 4:30 | Combo Intro/Creative Movement | Under The Sea |
Saturday 9:00 | Team Jazz II | Wildflower | |
5:45 PM | Saturday 10:30 | Combo II-Tap | Another Day of Sun |
Tuesday 3:30 | Jazz | Get Goin | |
6:00 PM | Tuesday 6:00 | Acro I | We're Back |
Saturday 9:00 | Team Jazz I | LOL | |
6:15 PM | Saturday 10:30 | Combo II-Acro | Mickie and Minnie on a Moonlight Night |
Saturday 9:45 | Team Tap I | Wash That Man | |
6:30 PM | Monday 8:15 | Lyrical III | What a Wonderful World |
Monday 5:15 | Hip Hop III | Make it Rain | |
6:45 PM | Team Photo | ||
7:00 PM | Monday 6:00 | Musical Theater III | Moana |
Tuesday 6:00 | Pointe | Yellow | |
7:15 PM | Monday 4:30 | Hip Hop II | Mountains |
7:30 PM | Monday 7:30 | Hip Hop V | Fly Girl |
Tuesday 4:30 | Ballet III | Creeks | |
7:45 PM | Monday 5:15 | Musical Theater II | Almost There |
Friday 3:00 | Contemporary | Unchained Melody | |
Tuesday 8:15 | Lyrical | Flowers | |
8:00 PM | Monday 6:45 | Acro III | Fire Burning |
Friday 4:45 | Contemporary | In Flames | |
Tuesday 9:00 | Pointe | Lilac Fairy | |
8:15 PM | Tuesday 7:30 | Acro V | Sky Full of Stars |
Friday 5:45 | Team Jazz V | Desperado | |
Thursday 3:15 | Lyrical | My Days | |
8:30 PM | Monday 6:45 | Musical Theater IV | Don't Rain on My Parade |
Friday 7:30 | Contemporary | When we were young | |
Wednesday 2:45 | Contemporary | Que Sera Sera | |
8:45 PM | Friday 3:00 | Hip Hop | Show Me |
Saturday 1:30 | Jazz | Big Girls Don't Cry |
Wednesday May 28th
Rehearsal Time | Class Day/Time | Style | Song Title |
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3:15 PM | Wednesday 2:45 | Acro | Fierce |
Wednesday 2:45 | Open | Girlz | |
Friday 4:15 | Open | Call Me Mother | |
3:30 PM | Wednesday 3:15 | Tap | Sunshine |
Tuesday 4:00 | Open | Hey, Hi, Hello | |
Wednesday 3:15 | Open | Manicure | |
3:45 PM | Tuesday 3:15 | Jazz | It Takes Two |
Saturday 2:15 | Open | FootWurkin | |
Saturday 2:15 | Lyrical | Iris | |
4:00 PM | Wednesday 3:45 | Combo III- Tap | Sunshine Day |
Wednesday 4:30 | Team Ballet I | Colors of the Wind | |
4:15 PM | Friday 4:15 | Boys Hip Hop 1 | Motownphilly |
Friday 3:30 | Team Hip Hop II | Lose Control | |
4:30 PM | Wednesday 3:45 | Combo III- Jazz | She Wolf |
Saturday 1:30 | Team Tap III | Five Guys Named Moe | |
4:45 PM | Monday 6:00 | Boys Hip Hop II | Wolf Pack |
Saturday 9:45 | Team Tap II | Pennsylvania 6-5000 | |
5:00 PM | Wednesday 3:45 | Combo III- Ballet | Bloom |
Wednesday 5:15 | Team Acro II | Fly Away | |
5:15 PM | Monday 5:30 | Combo II-Ballet | Rainbow Connection |
Wednesday 5:15 | Team Acro I | Alouette | |
5:30 PM | Wednesday 6:00 | Team Lyrical II | Once On This Island |
Tuesday 7:30 | Team Lyrical I | Head Above Water | |
5:45 PM | Monday 5:30 | Combo II-Tap | Shake your Tail Feather |
6:00 PM | Thursday 4:45 | Combo III-Tap | Jitterbug |
Wednesday 6:00 | Team Musical Theater | Jumanji | |
6:15 PM | Monday 5:30 | Combo II-Acro | Why Not Go Wild |
6:30 PM | Thursday 4:45 | Combo III-Jazz | Something about the Sunshine |
Tuesday 9:00 | Lyrical | Bird | |
Saturday 1:30 | Jazz | I Wanna Party | |
6:45 PM | Tuesday 6:45 | Team Contemporary I | Savage Daughter |
Wednesday 8:15 | Team Tap V | Come Together | |
7:00 PM | Thursday 4:45 | Combo III-Ballet | Winter Song |
Wednesday 8:15 | Team Tap IV | Puttin On The Ritz | |
7:15 PM | Wednesday 7:30 | Tap III | Sunflower |
Friday 5:45 | Team Jazz IV | Feelin Jovani | |
7:30 PM | Wednesday 8:30 | Jazz III | Ain't No Sunshine |
Thursday 7:00 | Contemporary | Walking Through The Fire | |
Thursday 8:30 | Jazz | Boss Lady | |
7:45 PM | Contemporary | Hometown Glory | |
Tuesday 9:00 | Contemporary | In case you don't live forever | |
Thursday 2:45 | Jazz | Natural | |
Wednesday 5:15 | Jazz | Get Your Hands Dirty | |
8:00 PM | Friday 7:15 | Team Contemporary II | Home |
Monday 8:15 | Adult Hip Hop | Waterfalls | |
Staff Photo |
Thursday May 29th
Rehearsal Time | Class Day/Time | Style | Song Title |
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3:30 PM | Thursday 3:45 | Lyrical II | Pure Imagination |
3:45 PM | Thursday 3:45 | Combo I-Ballet | Here Comes the Sun |
4:00 PM | Thursday 3:45 | Ballet I | I Can See Clearly Now |
4:15 PM | Thursday 3:45 | Combo I-Tap | Rockin Robin |
4:30 PM | Thursday 5:15 | Tap I | Wonderland |
4:45 PM | Thursday 3:45 | Combo I-Acro | Hawaiin Roller Coaster Ride |
5:00 PM | Thursday 4:30 | Jazz I | Electric Love |
5:15 PM | Thursday 5:00 | Combo II- Ballet | Butterfly Fly Away |
5:30 PM | Monday 4:30 | Musical Theater I | Okalahoma |
5:45 PM | Thursday 5:00 | Combo II- Tap | I Feel the Earth Move |
6:00 PM | Monday 3:45 | Hip Hop I | Rio |
6:15 PM | Thursday 5:00 | Combo II- Acro | Fire |
6:30 PM | Thursday 6:15 | Acro II | I've Got Sunshine |
6:45 PM | Thursday 6:15 | Lyrical I | Skyfall |
7:00 PM | Thursday 7:30 | Jazz II | Sunday Funday |
7:15 PM | Thursday 6:45 | Ballet II | Fire Under My Feet |
7:30 PM | Thursday 6:00 | Tap II | Once upon a Dream |
7:45 PM | Thursday 7:00 | Acro IV | Sun is Shining |
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