Recital Guide
May 16th-17th at the Savannah Theatre
SUMMER 
The Planning Starts…
In the heat of the summer (and having barely recovered from last year’s recital) we get right to work on our next year’s show… and every show begins with a great theme. Everything else we do with the recital revolves around it.
Our Theme this year is our very own hometown: SAVANNAH, GA!
We’ve got GHOSTS, PIRATES and BANANAS, in addition to artists like Savannah’s own Johnny Mercer, with many more surprises to come. We think you’re going to love this one-of-a-kind show!
Costumes
The Kids (and probably the Parent’s) favorite part of the Recital may just be the costumes. The glittery, shiny, magical, costumes! Well, who can blame them?
Measure Up
First things first, we gotta get everybody measured. Since we’re measuring in October for a costume they’ll wear in May, we always allow for growing room.
- Starts in October
WINTER 
Let the Dancing Begin!
After we have gathered up and carefully edited every piece of music, our amazingly talented team of instructors get to work on creating this year’s recital dances.
Costume Pick-up
Once we let you know your costumes are ready, a parent needs to sign them out (along with a Recital Info Packet) during your regular class time. Take special care of the costumes until the Recital, and then they’re yours to keep and enjoy!
- Costume Pick-Up starts in March
Lights! Camera! Action!
- March 22nd-28th (pictures only, no regular classes)
- Group Picture are taken during regular class time
- Bring all costumes, tights, and shoes
- Individual Photos are by appointment only
Your Dance Portal
Available online now:
- Show Time & Rehearsal Time
- Costume Info with Photos
- Practice Music & Videos
Flowers & Gifts
NEW FOR 2026!
Order your Recital Flowers and Gifts ahead of time and they’ll be waiting for you at the theatre!
Tickets
This year’s Recitals will be at the Savannah Theatre.
- Tickets are $20
- Your show times are listed in your portal
- Young children who can sit in a lap do not need a ticket
- The performer/dancer does not need a ticket for their own show
ON SALE APRIL 16th
Rehearsal Week
- NO Regular Classes– only Rehearsals. The last day of regular classes is May 9th.
- Log on to your account for your personalized rehearsal schedule
- These are NOT Dress rehearsals. Please wear your regular dancewear and shoes
- A parent should stay for the rehearsal
May 16th-17th
It’s Show Time!
This year’s performances will be at the historic Savannah Theatre at 222 Bull Street. To keep each show short and sweet we divide them up into smaller, fun-sized pieces.
Log on to your account to see your family’s show time & rehearsal times.
Before the Show
What to Bring
All costume pieces and accessories (put your name on them) All dance shoes (put your name on them, too)
Hair & Make-Up
If there are class-specific hair instructions, it will be on the costume list included with your costumes. Otherwise, hair should be neatly styled away from the face. Stage make-up is appropriate for any gender and age– it helps to define facial features that are washed out by the extremely bright stage lights.
Arriving at the Venue
30 minutes prior to Showtime, ONE parent should bring their dancer to the designated drop-off area. That parent will receive a bracelet at drop off. Go enjoy the show and we will take it from here!
Safety Rules
To ensure every child’s safety, the following rules will be strictly enforced:
- Dancers cannot leave the backstage area or be checked out until AFTER the show has ended.
- The same parent must drop off and pick up. Only ONE person per dancer.
During the Show
We’re sure you’ll be so entertained you wouldn’t want to move a muscle, but we do want to mention that movement through the auditorium is distracting for the dancers as well as other audience members. If you find it absolutely necessary to leave the auditorium, please do so between numbers only. Use of recording devices is permitted as long as you do not obstruct the view of other audience members (like, for instance, holding a giant iPad over your head.)
After the Show
Congratulations! You did it! Now to get your child: the 1 parent with the bracelet should remain in the theatre, while everyone else exits the theatre. Please be patient as we make sure every child is safely picked-up. And don’t forget to stay in touch online, so we can make sure you know when your pictures and videos are ready!