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[email protected] N-STEP Dance Center Recital 2015 Information Packet (603)641-6787 Dear N-STEP Families, We are so excited for N-STEP Dance Center’s 14th Spring Recital! This year’s Recital theme is “N-STEP’s Playlist” featuring some of our favorite “playlists” found on our iPods! We will have one show that will be held at the beautiful auditorium at Windham High School on Saturday, June 20th at 11:30am. Please read the information in this packet very carefully and be sure to add all dates and times to your family’s calendar. All schedules and details included are very important. Well-informed parents can help the performance season run smoothly and be less stressful for everyone! All of this information will also be posted on our website www.nstepdance.com as well as our blog n-stepdance.blogspot.com. Schedules are subject to change – any changes or updates will be sent out via email and posted online with as much advance notice as possible. As always, thank you for choosing N-STEP, and please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns. Jackie Lemoine Owner/Executive Director 603-641-6787 ∣ [email protected] TABLE OF CONTENTS Important Dates Costume Information & Costume Week Picture Day Tech/Dress Rehearsal at Windham High School What to Bring TicketsPage Volunteers Outstanding N-STEPPER Award Recital T-Shirt Order Form Tights & Bodysuit Order Form Program Ad Form Recital Bear Order Form - Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 5 Page 6 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 1 N-STEP Dance Center [email protected] Recital 2015 Information Packet IMPORTANT DATES SPRING BREAK: Sunday, April 26th – Sunday, May 3rd COSTUME WEEK AT N-STEP: Monday, May 11th – Saturday, May 16th (during regular class schedule) PICTURE DAY AT N-STEP: Wednesday May 20th All Competition Groups Thursday May 21st All Classes N-STEP CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY: Monday, May 25th PICTURE SALES DAY AT N-STEP: Wednesday June 3rd TECH/DRESS REHEARSAL AT WINDHAM HIGH SCHOOL: Saturday June 13th 9:00am LAST DAY OF REGULAR CLASSES: Friday, June 19th PERFORMANCE AT WINDHAM HIGH SCHOOL: Saturday, June 20th 11:30am WINDHAM HIGH SCHOOL ADDRESS: (603)641-6787 67 London Bridge Rd, Windham, NH 03087 *Do no use GPS for directions or you will end up at the other side of London Bridge Rd From the North and South: take Interstate 93 to exit 3. From NORTH, at end of ramp take a right to onto Route 111. From SOUTH, at end of ramp take a left onto Route 111. WHS is on London Bridge Rd which is a left at the 5th traffic light. Follow the road up the hill to the entrance of the high school at the top on the left. From the West: take Route 3 to Route 111 East. After you pass the intersection of Route 111/Route 128 (Mammoth Rd) you will continue straight for a few miles and at the next light take a right onto London Bridge Rd. Follow the road up the hill to the entrance of the high school at the top on the left. - Page 2 [email protected] N-STEP Dance Center Recital 2015 Information Packet (603)641-6787 COSTUME INFORMATION: COSTUMES – Costumes will be tried on in class as shipments arrive. Any alterations are the responsibility of the parent. N-STEP does NOT provide alterations. Costumes with significant sizing issues will be sent back to the manufacturer for size exchange. Costumes should NOT be worn for any reason except for Picture Day, Costume Week, Tech Rehearsals, and Recital Day. Costumes CANNOT be replaced if damaged or lost. UNDERGARMENTS: NUDE LEOTARD (Briefs for boys) – ALL DANCERS THAT ARE IN MORE THAN ONE ROUTINE MUST WEAR A NUDE LEOTARD UNDER THEIR COSTUMES. Nude leotards can be purchased at N-STEP ($18.50 child sizes, $19.50 adult sizes). This pricing is 30% off retail pricing! Nude leotards keep costume changes quick, easy, and modest. Regular underwear is not permitted underneath costumes. Students who wish to wear bras must purchase a nude/flesh toned bra and panties from a dance retailer to wear under their costume. TIGHTS – If required for your dancer’s costume, tights are available for purchase at NSTEP ($8). Tights must be worn over the nude leotard. (We recommend having an extra pair of tights on hand, just in case one pair gets a run!) HAIR & MAKE-UP – Hair and Make-Up Requirements are included in this packet. COVER-UP – Students must wear a cover-up over their costumes at all times while waiting to perform/rehearse. A bathrobe or oversized button-up shirt from Mom or Dad works well. (Shirts that have to be pulled over the head are not allowed as they will mess up hair and makeup.) PROHIBITED DURING REHEARSALS, PICTURE DAY, & RECITAL: o Glitter o Jewelry of any kind – please do NOT get your ears pierced before the Recital! o Nail polish o Temporary tattoos o Underwear (nude leotard/briefs only) o Tights with runs or holes All personal belongings, including costumes, shoes, and finale costume pieces, must be clearly labeled with dancer’s first and last name. STUDENTS MAY NOT EAT WHILE IN THEIR COSTUMES AT ANY TIME. NO EXCEPTIONS. More costume details specific to your dancer’s class will be released when costumes are handed out. COSTUME WEEK AT N-STEP: Monday May 11th – Saturday May 16 t h N-STEP WILL OPERATE ON A REGULAR CLASS SCHEDULE DURING THIS WEEK - Costume rehearsals will occur during regular class time. Dancers should come to class wearing their nude leotard (boys – nude briefs) and their costumes with required tights and all accessories. Full hair and makeup are not necessary for this week. Dancers should bring their regular class attire with them to change into following dress rehearsal and a garment bag or other protective covering to put their costume into after rehearsing. - Page 3 [email protected] PICTURE DAY N-STEP Dance Center Recital 2015 Information Packet (603)641-6787 Wednesday May 20th: Competition dances (schedule to be distributed at a later time) Thursday May 21st: All classes Arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled picture time wearing costume, tights, accessories, with hair and makeup done. Due to the busy nature of the event & the number of students who will be in the studio at once, parents must wait in the waiting area while their students are having their pictures taken. Students in more than one dance will be able to change costumes in dedicated changing areas. Pictures will be taken by Donner Photographic Inc. Parents will be able to order prints of group shots and solo portraits. Ordering info will be released closer to the Picture Day date. Dancers should come to their class’s picture day even if parents do not plan on ordering prints so that all dancers will be in the group photo to go on the N-STEP’s wall of fame! The picture day schedule below is subject to change. Any changes will be released at least one week before picture day. It is imperative that you arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your child’s first scheduled picture time as they will not be held for individuals arriving late. A significant portion of class time will be spent rehearsing the recital dance in the costume to ensure we have no potential “wardrobe malfunctions.” 2015 PICTURE DAY SCHEDULE 5:00 5:05 5:10 5:15 5:20 5:25 5:30 5:35 5:40 5:45 5:50 5:55 6:00 6:05 6:10 6:15 6:20 - Jazz 2 Mon - Miss Jen PreDance Fri & Sat - Miss Alycia Lyrical 2 - Miss Ashley Ballet 2 Wed - Miss Ashley Tiny Tots Fri - Miss Alycia Lyrical 1 - Miss Mikayla Musical Theater Int - Miss Erin PreDance Mon Ages 3-4 - Miss Lindsay Lyrical 3 - Miss Ashley Ballet 1 Mon - Miss Lindsay Tap/Jazz/Ballet Combo 4-6 - Miss Mikayla Tiny Tots Morning - Miss Jackie Hip Hop Ages 7-10 Tues - Miss Sinead Jazz 3 - Miss Ashley Musical Theater Beg - Miss Erin Jazz 4 - Miss Emma Hip Hop Girls Age 4-7 - Miss Lindsay 6:25 6:30 6:35 6:40 6:45 6:50 6:55 7:00 7:05 7:10 7:15 7:20 7:25 7:30 7:35 7:40 Tap 1 /2 - Miss Alycia Urban Hip Hop Beginner - Deo PreDance Tues - Miss Jackie Jazz 1 Wed - Miss Ashley Tiny Tots Saturday - Miss Alycia Contemporary 1 - Miss Ashley Ballet 1/2 Recital Fri - Miss Ashley Tap/Jazz Combo 6-9 - Miss Lindsay Ballet 3 - Miss Ashley Hip Hop Age 6-9 - Miss Lindsay Urban Hip Hop Intermediate - Deo Teen & Level 1 Ballet - Miss Alycia Breakdancing & Tricking - Shaquille Tap 3/4 - Miss Lindsay K. Jazz-Teen/Adult Beginner - Miss Erin Ballet 4 - Miss Ashley Page 4 [email protected] N-STEP Dance Center Recital 2015 Information Packet (603)641-6787 TECH/DRESS REHEARSAL AT WINDHAM HIGH SCHOOL - JUNE 13th 9am Dancers must arrive and check in least 30 minutes before their first scheduled rehearsal. Parents are encouraged to stay to watch the dress rehearsal. 1 adult is permitted per child Students who will be at the theater for longer period of time may bring dinner or a snack to eat (NO FOOD OR DRINK ALLOWED IN THE AUDITORIUM). Please make sure this meal is light on the tummy & NOT MESSY. During the dress rehearsal, students are required to stay with their Class Mom, but may wait in the dressing room or sit in the audience to watch the other classes rehearse. Students will be dismissed after they have finished their practice time on stage for their class dance. All costumes and student belongings must be removed from the dressing rooms following rehearsal. PLEASE ARRIVE AT LEAST 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO YOUR CHILD’S FIRST SCHEDULED REHEARSAL TIME. RECITAL DAY: SATURDAY JUNE 20TH 11:30AM Dancers arrive at the Windham High School NO LATER THAN 1 HOUR prior to their scheduled show. Parents sign their dancers in at the check-in table. Parents who are not Class Mom volunteers may NOT stay in the dressing rooms. All dancers arrive in their first costume, with hair and makeup already done. Show line-up will be released closer to the show. Additional costumes should be transported in garment bags. Dancers stay in the dressing rooms during the entire show. There will be dedicated staff members and volunteers in the dressing rooms to help students change and keep them occupied. The show begins at 11:30AM and will last approximately 3 hours. SPECIFIC ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL INFORMATION WILL BE DISTRIBUTED PRIOR TO DRESS REHEARSAL WHAT TO BRING Dancers will be at the theater for several hours on Tech Rehearsal day and Recital day. Dancers will be in the dressing room for the duration of the Recital, except during their own performances. A cover-up to wear over their costumes at all times and a towel or blanket to sit on while they are waiting in the dressing room. Extra hair supplies: hair spray, bobby pins, etc. and make-up for touch-ups: lipstick, eye shadow/eye liner, blush, mascara, etc. Students will not be permitted to share makeup for hygienic reasons. A bottle of water with student’s name. Quiet, clean activities to keep students occupied, such as coloring/reading books (NO MARKERS), board games (easily cleaned up), cards, etc. Lost/stolen items are not the responsibility of N-STEP. To keep the dressing rooms organized, we recommend having your child’s belongings in a tote or large plastic container labeled with the student’s name. Caboodles or tackle boxes are great for hair and makeup supplies. - Page 5 [email protected] TICKETS N-STEP Dance Center Recital 2015 Information Packet (603)641-6787 Tickets will be sold through DanceRecitalTicketing.com & will go on sale Friday April 17th at 10am. A link will be sent out prior to the sale date. All tickets are Reserved Seating. Ticket prices are $20/person for all seats, with a ticket administration charge of $1.75/ticket. If you have a child under the age of 2, you do NOT need to purchase a ticket for them provided they will be sitting on someone’s lap. If they will require a seat, you will need to purchase a ticket. All sales are FINAL! No returns for ANY reason. Based on historical sales, we anticipate that this show will sell out. Please be prepared to purchase tickets when they go on sale or you will be at risk of not having any available to purchase. PREORDER YOUR PERSONALIZED RECITAL BEAR TODAY! We are excited to offer beautiful personalized Ballet, Jazz/Tap, Hip Hop & Gymnastic Bears that your star performer will love and cherish forever & ever. Each bear is embroidered with the Performer’s Name, Studio Name & Recital Year free of charge. Cost for the bears are $40 each. Please fill out the information below & return the Order Form with payment to the Front Desk by May 1st. All orders will be shipped free of charge to the studio and will arrive prior to the recital. Order forms can be found at the Front Desk as well as at the end of this informational packet. WHAT CAN YOU PURCHASE AT THE SHOW? A professional videographer & photographer will be capturing the Recital this year. DVD’ s & p h o t o s will be available for purchase. More info & pricing will be available closer to the show date. Every hard working dancer deserves a beautiful bouquet of flowers after a performance. We will have arrangements for sale at the recital. What would a show be without concessions? We will have an assortment of goodies that you can purchase to eat during intermission, as well as before and after the show. VOLUNTEERS Putting on the Recital takes a LOT of work, and we need your help! We will be posting all jobs and descriptions on SignUpGenius.com in coming weeks. We hope that you will join us in making this a wonderful experience for all of our dancers here at N-STEP! Class Moms The most important parent volunteer job is Class Mom. These moms stay with their group during rehearsals and the Recital to help keep everyone calm, happy, and organized in the dressing rooms. All Class Moms will be able to watch their child perform from the wings. Dads are not allowed in the Girls Changing area under any circumstances! Other important jobs: Ushers Sign up here! - Ticket Takers Check In Check Out http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E054DAAA828A57-2015 Security And more! Page 6 [email protected] N-STEP Dance Center Recital 2015 Information Packet (603)641-6787 OUTSTANDING N-STEPPER AWARD N-Step Dance Center is pleased to announce our 5th ANNUAL OUTSTANDING N-STEPPER AWARD. We are asking our dancers to nominate a fellow dancer who they believe is worthy of this award by writing a brief essay explaining why they believe their nominee is truly an Outstanding N-Stepper. Not only are we looking for nominees who are dedicated, but those who exemplify the qualities of a good person with a role-model worthy character. Maybe there is someone in one of your classes who you know tries 100% all the time. Maybe you know of a dancer who went above and beyond to help another at some point during this year, or a dancer that always does a great job and you look up to them. Maybe there is a dancer that stands out to you for another reason. Please write us a brief essay and tell us about them! Essays will be read by me and a winner will be chosen based on the content of the essay not by how many nominations an individual receives. The winning essay will be read aloud during our awards ceremony at our 14th Annual Recital acknowledging the author and the recipient. If you wish your nomination to remain anonymous please let us know. All essays need to be submitted by June 1st. You may write it and place it in the Payment Box or email it to [email protected]. Please share this opportunity with your dancer. Have them use the space provided below for your essay and if additional space is needed please attach another sheet of paper to this. The Staff thought that this award would be a neat addition to our recognition ceremony at the Recital and a way for the dancers to have a voice as to who they thought was deserving of recognition! Past Recipients 2014 Kaylie Leitner 2013 Isabelle Richard 2012 Jaclyn Allen 2011 Courtney Poirier & Elizabeth Morrissette Thank you and I look forward to reading all your essays! Miss Jackie YOUR NAME:_____________________________________________________________________________ I WOULD LIKE TO NOMINATE:_____________________________________________________________ TELL US WHY: - Page 7 [email protected] - N-STEP Dance Center Recital 2015 Information Packet (603)641-6787 Page 8 [email protected] N-STEP Dance Center Recital 2015 Information Packet (603)641-6787 BODY SUIT AND TIGHTS PRE-ORDER FORM Please review the document that reviews additional accessories requirements for tights. You have the choice to order the item yourself or you can simply place the order using the form below and save on the shipping charges. All orders will be delivered to the studio for distribution. BODYSUIT CHILD: $18.50 SIZE:__________ CHILD: $19.50 SIZE:__________ Theatricals Caramel: Size:______________ Stirrup Convertible Qty:_______________________ Theatricals Ballet Pink: Stirrup Size:_______________ Footed Footed Convertible Qty:_______________________ Tights are $8/pair DANCER’S NAME:________________________________________________________________________ TOTAL DUE:_____________________________ - Page 9 [email protected] N-STEP Dance Center Recital 2015 Information Packet (603)641-6787 ADS FOR RECITAL PROGRAM BOOK When you attend the Recital, you will receive a Program Book that highlights the dances that will be performing. A Program Book is handed out to everyone that attends the show so it is seen by hundreds of individuals. Are you looking to get your company name out there? What about sending a special note to one of the performers? We will be selling space in the program book for you to send your special message! If you are interested, please fill out the attached form and put it in the payment box, along with any pictures that you would like included. You can either email the design of the ad, or have us design it for you! All submissions are due no later than May 20th. Please see the Front Desk with any questions! ________$100 - FULL PAGE (up to 4 photos) ________$25 - QUARTER PAGE (1 photo) ________$50 - HALF PAGE (up to 2 photos) ________$10 - SPECIAL NOTE TO YOUR DANCER, NOT TO EXCEED 50 WORDS Your Name:________________________________________________________________________________ Dancers Name:_____________________________________________________________________________ Phone #____________________________________Email Address:___________________________________ Please be sure to submit your ad as you would like it to read, in addition to any pictures that you would like to include. Proof of all artwork will be submitted to you for approval before printing. Remember submissions are due no later than May 10th. Below is an example of a Half Page Ad: - Page 10 [email protected] - N-STEP Dance Center Recital 2015 Information Packet (603)641-6787 Page 11
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