Recital 2026
Everything you need for recital can be found below. If you have questions, please review the information before reaching out.
IMPORTANT DATES
April 6-11: Costume Pickup at the Studio (details below)
April 4, 11&12, 18&19: Optional Individual Photos at the Studio. Click Here for Details
April 18: Tickets on Sale 11:15am (details below)
May 2: Dress Rehearsal at Leavenworth High School (details below)
May 3: Recital at Leavenworth High School (details below)
ALL Dancers Will Need: Costume, tights (1 pair included in costume bag), correct shoes for class (see costume details by class below)
Dancers in multiple classes must wear a skin tone camisole leotard under costumes. These come in a variety of shades to match different skin tones. Order today in our Online Store. Sample sizes and colors are available in the office.
If your dancer is sensitive to itchy material, or just prefers extra coverage, we recommend purchasing a skin tone camisole leotard.
ALL female dancers wear their hair in a bun. Makeup is optional, but highly recommended for Preschool Classes (Creative Movement, KinderCombo, Little Acrobats) and boys. The bright stage lights will wash out facial features and we want you to see those smiling faces.
Nail polish, jewelry, and underwear are NOT ALLOWED with costumes. Clear earrings can be worn.
If your dancer wears glasses: We recommend not wearing glasses on stage whenever possible, the stage lights cause a glare and there is always a chance their glasses will fall off mid dance, especially for acrobatics. If your dancer is uncomfortable without their glasses, they need to be secured by an elastic band that is clear or matches the dancer’s hair color and bobby pinned in place.
Costume Pickup
Please come to the beginning or end of your dancer’s regular class the week of April 6-11 to pick up costumes.
Costumes ARE NOT sent home with students.
ALL TUITION INSTALLMENTS THROUGH MARCH MUST BE PAID TO RECEIVE COSTUMES.
Please store costumes away from pets/children/etc. We are unable to replace lost/damaged costumes or accessories.
All costumes have been tried on and adjusted as needed, but if you have a concern please email a photo.
Tutus should be removed from the bag and hung up. Fluff them by straightening one layer of tulle at a time and either steaming or hanging in the bathroom during a hot shower (do not get them wet).
All costume bags are labeled and color coded. This is very important for making sure everything is in the right place backstage. Please keep the correct costume in each bag.
Tickets
Recital tickets are $16+tax for Premier Seating (first 10 rows) and $12+tax for Standard Seating.
Each family will receive an email with Ticket Link and Promo Code for 2 free tickets (Standard Seating). If using the code to purchase Premier Seating, $12 discount will be applied to 2 tickets. Emails will be sent on Friday, April 17 at 10am. This email DOES NOT come from the studio, be sure to check your spam.
Only ONE promo code is issued per family. It is specific to you and is one time use, so do not share your code.
ALL TUITION MUST BE PAID TO RECEIVE THE LINK AND PROMO CODE.
Be sure to enter your dancer’s name at the top to highlight which show they are in.
You will be able to purchase tickets to BOTH shows at the same time.
You may purchase all of the tickets for your family, or share the link with family and friends to purchase their own tickets.
Tickets are NON-REFUNDABLE, but may be exchanged for the other show.
IF YOU NEED WHEELCHAIR SEATING-Please notify us via email by Saturday, April 11th so we can block off those seats ahead of time as the regular seats have to be removed to accommodate wheelchair seating. Wheelchair seating is located in center Row A.
Dress Rehearsal: May 2nd Leavenworth High School
Please click on the schedule below to see your dancer’s scheduled rehearsal time. Dress Rehearsal is NOT THE SAME ORDER AS RECITAL.
Please arrive at your assigned time.
Dancers should arrive dressed in their costume with hair in a bun and makeup on. Please cover costumes with a robe or large button up shirt.
Dancers will sit by class in the auditorium until their class is called.
When it is their turn, dancers will be taken backstage to learn their places, adjust lighting, and practice with the music.
During your dancer’s rehearsal, we invite you to come down front to take videos/photos of your dancer on stage. Photos/videos are NOT PERMITTED during recital.
After practicing, dancers will go with their instructor or an assistant to get their group photo taken. Please remain in the auditorium so we know where to find you when your dancer is done.
After pictures, dancers will be escorted back to their assigned row in the auditorium to be picked up.
Once your dancer has returned to the auditorium they are excused.
There are no dressing room helpers for dress rehearsal, if your dancer needs assistance changing costumes, please be available to help them.
NO FOOD OR DRINK IS ALLOWED WHILE IN COSTUME. ONLY WATER.
Recital: May 3rd Leavenworth High School
Check-In: Your dancer’s QR code can be found in the FCDC App. On the home page click “My Account”, then the menu (3 horizontal lines in top right corner), Student QR codes is at the top of the list. The QR code is required for check-in and check-out. Download the FCDC App and login to your account now: Apple, Android
Dancer check-in begins 1 hour before each show. (Noon for 1pm show, 3:30pm for 4:30pm show)
All dancers MUST be checked in no later than 30 minutes before showtime. (12:30pm for 1pm show, 4pm for 4:30pm show
For everyone’s safety, only staff is allowed past the check-in point.
Dancers should arrive dressed in their first costume, with hair and makeup done. Please cover costumes with a robe or large button up shirt. If your dancer is in only 1 dance, the only additional items they need to bring are the correct shoes and backup tights in case of emergency.
Dancers in more than 1 dance: arrive in first costume, bring all other costumes in the labeled costume bag provided. These labels tell us which dressing room the costume belongs in, so they are very important. Make sure needed tights, shoes, accessories, and bobby pins for headpieces are in each bag. PLACE ALL ITEMS IN THE COSTUME BAG, ADDITIONAL BAGS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN THE DRESSING ROOMS.
Label all items with your dancer’s name. Please write their name on the INSIDE of their shoes.
Dancers may bring something quiet to do while they are waiting in the classrooms. NO MARKERS! Phones/tablets are allowed, but FCDC and USD 453 are NOT RESPONSIBLE for lost items.
ONLY WATER IS ALLOWED while in costume. NO SNACKS or colored/sugary drinks.
Check-Out: ALL dancers remain in the classrooms until AFTER the show.
Once the show has ended, please have ONE parent or guardian line up to check out your dancer. Don’t forget your QR code.
Please use the line that matches the assigned classroom for your dancer. If you have multiple dancers, you only need to get in ONE line.
To ensure a smooth transition between performances, all audience members and performers must exit the venue after their scheduled show. Doors will reopen one hour before the next performance for check-in and seating. Thank you for your cooperation!