Recital Info: Part I

PART 1: Costumes, Hair and Makeup
We spend many hours determining the correct costumes for each class. They are always age-appropriate and of the highest quality possible. Costumes include all accessories (hats, gloves, etc.), tights but no shoes.
Alterations
Although rare, alterations are sometimes needed after the costumes have been distributed and are the sole responsibility of the student’s parent or guardian. We do as much work as possible to finish off the costum
Costume Care
We recommend that each student’s name be placed in his or her costumes, shoes, accessories, and tights. Place the costumes in a garment bag with your child’s name on the outside. Pack accessories in a clear plastic bag with your child’s name on the bag and on each item. Hats should be stored in a hatbox or similar container to prevent damage. Press all costumes prior to the dress rehearsal and the performance. Please do not wash costumes in your washing machine; dry clean them only (after the recital).

TIPS: Costume Common Sense
* Always have a second pair of tights available.
* Place costumes in a garment bag for travel.
* Carry hats in a hatbox or container to prevent them from damage.
* Hang and press costumes before each performance.
* Place your name in all costumes and shoes.

Hair and Makeup
All female students are required to wear makeup for the recital: red lipstick, blush, eye shadow (not blue), eyeliner (for older dancers) and mascara. For the boys, a little blush works well. Please, for younger dancers, use YOUR judgement. These are only recommendations. But, lighting will wash the dancer’s faces out on stage; therefore we ask that you use some.

Uniform hairstyles are required. All female students must wear their hair in a bun or down as specified on the label on your costume bag. No bangs or beads are allowed. Dancers with short hair must pull their hair away from the face and slick it down.