There are several components
involved in staging a recital. We ask that you carefully go over
this information and if you have any questions please ask at the
front desk.
How much are dance
costumes?
Each dance class will learn one routine to perform in the
recital. This requires a dance costume for each dance.
Costumes cost $65 for
students ages 6 and up, and $55 for combination classes ages 3-5.
Costume payments are automatically deducted November 15.
A $40 recital fee per family
is automatically deducted March 1, which includes TWO FREE tickets.
Complimentary tickets must be picked up at the studio prior to
recital. Free tickets will not be available at the door.
Recital Tickets go on sale
May 1. There is a limited amount of tickets sold at the studio.
Once tickets are sold out at the studio, you may ONLY purchase them
at the door. Lost or stolen tickets cannot be replaced.
What do the music
students wear for recital?
Music students are asked to wear formal party or church attire
that may include a party dress, slacks, and button or polo shirt.
When and where is the
recital?
Recital is scheduled for June 17 @ 7:00pm & June 18 @ 1pm,
2011. A mandatory dress rehearsal (full costume, but not hair &
make-up) is scheduled for June 16 at 6:30pm (There will be no
classes this day.) Rehearsals and shows are at the Gavilan College
Theater Auditorium located on the Gavilan College Campus in Gilroy.
Performers participate in both shows.
Directions to the
theater: Take Highway 25 to 101 North. Exit Monterey St., and turn
left under the freeway. Turn Left onto Luchessa/Thomas Road. Make
another Left onto Thomas Road. Make a Left onto Santa Teresa
Blvd. The first light is Mesa, turn Right. Enter Parking lot A and
enter into the college. The theater will be on your left.
Performers should arrive 45
minutes prior to show time. Upon arrival, performers will enter
backstage and proceed to their assigned area. Leave your child with
the assigned line mom and then enter from the front of the
auditorium. Auditorium doors open a half hour prior to show time
with open seating. We strive to limit the recital to 2.5 hours in
length with a 10-minute intermission.
Will my child be
supervised backstage?
Yes. Classes ages 3-9 are assigned a line mom who supervises
backstage and assists in changing needs. Stage managers are
backstage as well assisting performers and preparing them for
performance time. Only volunteers with a backstage pass are allowed
backstage and in the dressing rooms. This is a security issue and
will require cooperation by each and every parent. You may pick up
your child at the very end of the recital inside the auditorium.
How do I purchase
tickets?
Tickets may be purchased at the studio for $12 in advance, or
$14 at the door beginning May 1. Each family receives two free
tickets with payment of the $40 recital fee. Free tickets are not
available at the door. There is a limited amount of tickets sold at
the studio. Once tickets are sold out at the studio, you may ONLY
purchase them at the door for $14. Lost or stolen tickets cannot be
replaced. Ticket sales and seating is available on a first come
first served basis. Parents drop off their children backstage with
the assigned line mom, and then enter through the front of
the auditorium.
Can I take pictures and
videotape during the performance?
There will be NO flash photography or videotaping at any
time during the recital. Flash photos are potentially blinding to
performers on stage and distracting to audience members. A
professional videographer will be on site videotaping both shows.
DVD’s are available for purchase before, during, and one week after
recital.
You are more than welcome to
videotape during dress rehearsal. Photos are allowed, but turn off
the flash mode.
Does my performer need to
stay for the entire show?
All performers are invited back on stage for final bows at the
close of the recital. If you need to leave early, you must check
your child out with your line mom. Performers can be picked up in
the auditorium after final bows.
Where do volunteers check
in?
Volunteers should come to the back of the auditorium to receive
their back stage pass and further instructions. Only volunteers
wearing their backstage pass will be allowed in backstage areas. If
you are interested in becoming a volunteer, sign up lists are
displayed May 1.
What concessions will be
available?
For your convenience, Geraldine’s Event Planning will be
offering beautiful flower bouquets and arrangements for your
performer. Pre-orders are recommended, but she will have some
available at her booth. It is customary to bring performers flowers
after a great performance.
As well, a concession stand
will have water & candy at intermission. Recital T-shirt pre-orders
happen in May. DVD order forms are available before, during, and
one week after recital.
Does my performer have to
wear make up?
Stage make up is worn by performers due to the harsh lighting in
most theaters. You will notice performers who do not accentuate
their features by wearing make up can appear very drowned out, pale,
or even ghostly. Make up is not required, but highly recommended.
General Theater Rules &
Etiquette:
There will be NO entering or exiting during performances.
Auditorium doors will be opened between performances only. This is
good theater etiquette.
Your applause is requested
for each and every performer, even those who do not belong to you.
For many performers, this is their very first time on a stage and
they need to feel supported and appreciated.
Turn off all noisy
electronic devices and keep them in silent mode until the end of the
recital.
There is absolutely NO food
or drink allowed in the auditorium, auditorium rules!
Respect others around you by
not talking, standing up or walking through the isles during
performances, and by keeping little ones quiet during the show.
West Coast Music & Dance FX
618 San Benito St.,
Hollister, CA 95023
Phone: 831.635.0553 Fax: 831.635.0521 |
