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Join us as our dancers take the stage for a celebration of another amazing year of dance!


Dress rehearsal on Thursday, June 10th 
Recital on Saturday, June 12th.


Sandler Center for the Performing Arts

2027 Annual Recital

A Celebration of Their Year

There's something special about watching a dancer take the stage after a year of learning, growing, and finding their confidence. Our annual recital gives every dancer the opportunity to celebrate their accomplishments, share their love of dance, and create special memories with people who love & support them.

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Costumes

Your dancer's costume is an important part of bringing their recital performance to life! Costume details, including distribution and any required accessories, will be shared with families as we get closer to recital. 

One Costume

First Steps

 

Tiny Toes Ballet

Hip Hop

Lyrical 

Preschool Dance Class

Two Costumes

Beginner Ballet & Tap

Junior Jazz & Hip Hop Combo

Three Costumes

Beginner Ballet, Tap, & Jazz

 

Ballet 1, Tap 1, Jazz 1

Ballet 2, Tap 2, Jazz 2

Pre-Teen Ballet, Tap, Jazz

Payment Schedule

Each Costume is $75

Payment/Costume Payment #1: October 15th, 2026

Payment/Costume Payment #2: February 15th, 2027

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Payment/Costume Payment #3: May 15th, 2027

Costume Money is NON-REFUNDABLE!

Recital Guide

Everything you need to know about preparing for recital can be found in our complete Recital Guide below.

The recital graphic below will continue to be updated & is subject to change!

FAQs

FAQs

Have questions? We've got your covered!

🎭General Questions

1. When and where is the recital?  Our Annual Recital will be held on June 12th, 2027 at the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts. 2. Is participation in the recital required? Yes! Our annual recital is a special opportunity for dancers to showcase what they have learned throughout the season. ​ 3. How will I know what costume, tights, shoes, and accessories my dancer needs? All costume information can be found in our Recital Guide under Class Details. ​

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💃🏼Dress Rehearsal Questions

4. Does my dancer need to attend dress rehearsal? Yes, dress rehearsal is an important part of preparing for our recital. Dancers will have the opportunity to practice on stage, and rehearse their entrances, exits, and formations. All dancers are expected to attend dress rehearsal. 5. Where do I drop off and pick up my dancer? Every dancer and ONE parent can use the Performer's Entrance located on the side of the building. 6. Can parents watch dress rehearsal? Dress Rehearsal is CLOSED. Parents may wait in the dressing rooms.

Recital Day Questions

7. What time should dancers arrive on recital day? Please refer to the Recital Guide under Class Details for your child's specific class arrival times! 8. What should my dancer bring to recital? Your dancer will need to arrive with hair & make up DONE. Please bring all costumes, tights, and dance shoes. 9. Where should my dancer get ready? Each class will have an assigned dressing room where dancers should get ready before the recital. Dancers will use the SAME dressing room assigned to their class for Dress Rehearsal. 10. Can I access my dancer during the show? A side hallway will open during the show to allow ONE parent with their PARENT BADGE access to the dressing rooms. While there is access to your dancer, we strongly encourage you to enjoy the show. Our runners will be with your child at all times and can help with costume changes if needed. 11. Should I come pick up my child during the show? If your child is in First Steps, Tiny Toes, or Providence Preschool, you will pick up your child directly after they dance. You must SIGN OUT your child with your child's runner. All other dancers will remain in the green room until the end of the show. 12. How do I pick my child up after the show? ONE parent with their PARENT BADGE may enter the TV Room to pick up their dancer. Please be sure to sign out your child with their runner.

🎟️Ticket Questions

13. Are tickets reserved seating? Yes! All recital tickets are reserved seating. Your seat numbers will be assigned when you purchase your tickets. 14. Do dancers need a ticket to attend the recital? Dancers do NOT need a ticket to attend the recital. They will remain in the green room before and after their performance. 15. How many tickets can I purchase? There is no limit on the number of recital tickets each family may purchase. Families are welcome to purchase as many tickets as they need for their guests, based on ticket availability. 16. Are children required to have a ticket? Anyone over 2 years old is required to have a ticket. Children under 2 years old may attend without a ticket BUT must sit on an adult's lap. If you would like a seat for a child under 2, a ticket must be purchased. 17. Can I purchase additional tickets if I need more? Yes! Additional tickets may be purchased as long as tickets are still available. Because our recital features reserved seating, additional tickets may not be located next to your original seats. We recommend purchasing all of your tickets at once so your family and guests can sit together.

We Can't Wait to See Them Shine!

Thank you for being part of another incredible year at Performing Arts Academy. We can't wait to celebrate our dancers and all they've accomplished on stage!

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