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RECITAL 2022 INFO
HELLO FOREVERMORE
FAMILIES #herewegrow
School has started and Fall is on the horizon, A big part of the dance training process includes
installments for our performance package begin learning through performance. The experience
Sept 15. We know the next questions on your helps build self- esteem and confidence in
mind have to do with RECITAL! We prepared dancers. Participating in recitals and dress
this email to “pull back the curtain” on our plans rehearsals also helps dancers develop retention
for our 2022 recital “Grow & Bloom.” As always, skills, teamwork, and adaptability.
we’re happy to help with questions that may not
already be answered here. Beginning in January, each teacher creates
customized age-appropriate choreography for
What is the Recital? each class. After 4 months of practice during
The Recital is a professionally directed class time the year culminates as each class
performance that allows our Forevermore “Showcases” their routine wearing a special
dancers to present to their families and friends costume, tights, dance shoes and make up on
the results of a year of hard work, dedication and stage. Your attendance and applause at the end
progress. The recital is an annual rite of passage, of each piece is the reward dancers receive for
and a performance opportunity that all dancers months of effort, and the dancers walk off the
look forward to. stage feeling satisfied about a job well done.
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FOREVERMORE DANCE & THEATRE ARTS RECITAL 2022 INFO
When is the Recital?
The planned date of recital is June
25th. Traditionally, there are spacing
rehearsals, dress rehearsals, followed
by performances.
We were very fortunate to produce
such a beautiful recital last year. We
even had a few upgrades like our live-
streaming professionally-recorded
event. We are continually planning
for options at every safety level!
COSTUMES
Costume and participation fees are being
distributed into 6 installments called our
"Performance Package".
Costume fees are collected and dispersed to the
costume manufacturers who make our recital
costumes. Costumes are made to order, which
typically requires a 12-16 week lead time to cut
patterns, sew, adorn and ship.
Dance Studios across the world place their
costume orders around the same time. In an
effort to ensure that our costumes are delivered
in time for recital photographs and an organized
distribution to our students, costume orders are
placed in November. Costumes arrive January-
March and are tried on during class time to
ensure a proper fit. Costume manufacturers do
not accept cancellations or offer refunds;
therefore the school does not refund costume
balances.
*We assume all dancer’s will participate in the recital.
If you do not want your dancer(s) to participate, please notify Ms. Kris in writing at:
ms_kris@forevermorearts.com prior to September 10th.
Once Performance Package charges have been processed to your account they are non-refundable.
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COSTUMES CONTINUED
What if I’m unsure and want to order my costume late?
Due to the impact COVID-19 has had on importsand exports , we cannot guarantee costumes will arrive
on-time for students who order later in the year. We are ordering early to ensure we receive costumes
on-time for this very reason. Generally late order costumes do not arrive before picture week so you
would risk missing out on picture week as well.
In addition, parents will be responsible for all expenses, including surcharges and postage for costumes
that are ordered late. Forevermore is not responsible if costumes are not received in time for picture
week or the recital due to late payments and late orders.
How are costumes sized?
We will be measuring dancers during their regular class time
September 13-18. Please make sure your dancer is present,
this generally takes less than two minutes per dancer.
Dance costumes come in general sizes, like small, medium, and large, and depending on fabrics, we often
add 2 inches to allow for growth in our youngest dancers. Because costumes are not custom tailored for
each body type, sometimes small alterations are needed. We will have an Alterations Day on Saturday
May 7.
Alterations Day
WHEN: 5.7.2022
WHAT: Stop in to have your costumes pinned and brought to the seamstress to make them show
ready!
WHY: Our goal is to make everything easy for you! Let us pin, stitch and, sew to make them show
ready! Dancers should have opportunities to be raised up individually and made to feel amazing.
HOW: We love taking care of many tasks on the to do list for any event pertaining to dance!
Alterations Day is a simple and easy way to get all alterations and minor adjustments complete and
off your plate with no more than a simple appointment!
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PERFORMANCE PACKAGE & MORE
What is my financial investment?
Each class performing in the recital will order a costume. If your dancer is enrolled in 3
classes, you would order 3 costumes.
In an effort to help our families and ease the stress of backstage costume changes some
classes will have All-In-One Costume Options and we will notify you of the final balance due
if you take multiple classes.
What is the Performance Package Fee?
WHEN: Auto-draft ran on Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb 15th. All cash payments due by
10th.
WHAT: The costumes purchased are used in the year-end recital. They are required for
each dancer in order to participate. Each class receives a different costume. The package
includes, Costume, Tights, T-Shirt, Videography, and Participation in Recital.
WHY: Collecting Performance fees earlier allows us to order the costumes early so we do
not have to wait for late ship dates, back orders and limited stock, and it helps our
families by balancing the budget of performance fees.
HOW: Splitting the Performance Package up in 6 payments creates a more flexible
payment plan for most families. Families who choose to pay in full may do so by arranging
it with the studio. By ordering early, it also has helped the efficiency of systems and bulk
orders affording us the opportunity to keep the prices of costumes affordable even as
industry costs rise!
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RECITAL DETAILS
Recital Details Unveiled in January
WHAT: Enjoy all the details of Recital unveiled on the website and via email in January! This is all the
information you will need for recital. Any questions you may have are inside all this info. Details
about show orders, drop off and pickup, etc. will be included.
WHY: The website helps us keep everything in one place and can get all the information at the tip of
your fingers. It walks you through the whole recital experience so be sure to put all the dates in your
calendars! It is important that we give you all the dates and information ahead of time so all the
dancers can have a memorable experience. We don’t want anyone to miss anything!
HOW: We go beyond to present all information in the ways that suit everyone’s communication style
best. You will see 3 ways of communicating presented:
1. Website for the techy people.
2. Plain Jane email for those who just want the info no frills.
3. Infographics for those who process things
better when they look pretty!
Recital Tickets
All studios sell tickets to their recital to cover the cost of the venue and other expenses that come with
producing a top-notch experience for children and their families. Tickets will be available through a
ticketing service and range from 15-25 dollars. In order to be admitted to the recital, a ticket must be
purchased. Infants and children who have a hard time remaining seated during the entire performance
should not attend.
Recital Gifts and Love Messages for the Program
WHEN: Go on sale 3.7.2022 ORDERS DUE:6.1.2022
WHAT (LOVE MESSAGES): Create a special message for your dancer from you and the family that
they can cherish forever in our yearbook. Messages can be designed in ¼, ½ or full pages in color!
WHY (LOVE MESSAGES): Year over year your message to them will be saved and cherished.
Consider it like a way to save time. Add their image or keep it simple, it’s up to you!
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PICTURE WEEK
Picture Week
WHEN: 5.20-5.26 DURING REGULAR CLASS
WHAT: This super fun week each dancer has their photos taken individually during their
regular class time. Hair can be styled “up”and makeup may be done however the dancers
desire! Dancers will need costume, makeup, tights, and proper dance shoes.
TO PLACE PICTURE ORDER: We will send a link through Shootproof and you can order
your photos there.
WHY: We will feature EVERY dancer in our digital yearbook. More so, this week gives
them time to celebrate themselves. They get to be in a room to be lifted up, told they are
amazing as they are and get pumped.
HOW: This week is during regular classes so YOU don’t have to worry about putting
anything else on your calendars. Hair and makeup is your choosing so there is no rushing!
Online orders are so super simple you can order photos right from your phone!
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RECITAL REHEARSALS
Recital Dance Share Parties
WHEN: 6.3.2021 TIME 5:30-7:00 Primary/Elementary 7:00-8:30 Intermediate/Teen
WHERE: 7511 W. Belmont Ave
WHAT: Both of these shows are run through beginning to end, no costumes required, wear Recital
T-Shirts. This event is where all the dancers get to cheer each other on and enjoy the talents of one
another! Finales are pieced together with all the traffic patterns and spaces worked out!
WHY: This event is where the fun comes together! We love creating moments where the kids can
just be kids. We want them to celebrate their efforts with their peers and experience the magic of
watching a “show” for themselves!
HOW: Enjoy this evening “off” grab a bite to eat or run some errands for yourselves while the
kiddos are having the time of their lives! Knowing they are safe and having a blast while being
mentored to be the best versions of themselves is the secret sauce to all our magic here at
Forevermore! Parents we do it for the kids, yes, but we do it for you! Proud to be a part of your
village!
Showcase Week
WHEN: Week of June 18 WHEN: During regular classes
WHERE: 7511 W. Belmont Ave
WHAT: This week replaces a traditional “dress rehearsal”. Dancers are to come during regular
class time in costume, makeup and required hairstyle with proper shoes. If there are any
adjustments that need to be made to costumes, you will receive an email. We encourage parents to
bring cameras to join in the fun at the end of each class!
WHY: We love providing moments for students to get pumped, build hype and get ready for
Recital! Any changes or adjustments needed are communicated out at the end of the week to all
guardians.
WHY: We try to be respectful of your time. For that reason, we do it during regular class time! We
don’t want you having to block multiple days for rehearsals when we can do all the training in class
while the dancers are already there!
SAFER STUDIO: Details will be disclosed as the event nears.
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