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JULY 2022
Concert Magazine July - 2022
Page 2......... Index Page 4........ Important Dates Page 5........ Extra Rehearsal Details Page 6........ Hair & Makeup: Pre Juniors - Intermediates Page 7........ Hair & Makeup: Pre Senior - Adults Page 9........ Concert Day Details Page 11........ Top 10 Tips for a Successful Show Day
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DANCE IS THE JOY OF
AND THE HEART OF LIFE
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Important Dates.
MARK YOUR CALENDAR In the lead up to the show we have a few important dates for you to mark in your calendars. Some of the points will be expanded on as we move through the details in this booklet.
20th of June
TICKET SALE
Mid Year concert tickets for "Blessed Be" go on sale. Tickets are available to purchase via Ticketek.com.au . Tickets are $47.85 each. If you would like for your child to watch the show with you they will need to purchase a ticket. This is a safety regulation set by Panthers.
18th - 23rd of July
Week 1 of Term 3 This week marks the return of Term 3. The classes during this time are very important to attend as these will be our last lessons to perfect our routines. If you are unwell and cannot make it to any classes it's very important to let us know by calling the studio on (02) 4577 9557.
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23rd of July
DRESS REHEARSAL & PARENTS MEETING Our parents meeting will commence at 11am, we will go through a quick Q&A session and additional information for show day then we will complete the costume hand out for our students. The meeting will be followed by the students breaking off into change rooms and then starting our full dress rehearsal at 11:30am. This day is closed to all parents Pre Junior and up.
24th of July
CONCERT DAY It's the special day! Soak it up ... every moment. Take photos to cherish the memories. For some this will be your first time performing in a live show at Off Centre or maybe your first show ever and for all of you this is your time to shine and showcase everything that you have been working hard for in your classes each week. We are astounded by the talent of our cast members and we all can't wait to see you all sparkle on stage!
Extra Saturday Rehearsal
All Students Needed for Dress Rehearsal Saturday 23rd July
With the our mid year concert "Blessed Be" only a few weeks away it is very important that we have all our students present at our dress rehearsal. You'll find on this page all the information you need to know about this day.
When will the extra rehearsal be? Dress rehearsal for all students will be on Saturday 23rd of July and will be held at our studio location. A parents meeting will happen in Studio 1 at 11am and dress rehearsal will start 11:30am using studio 3 as a stage space. This will be a closed rehearsal to parents we want to keep the show a surprise! All dance students will be required to attend their classes during week one of Term three commencing Monday 18th July to practice their routines in the lead up to the show.
When will costumes be handed out? Costumes will be handed out on the 23rd of July at the dress rehearsal. You will take your costumes home to pack your bags for the concert the following day.
What do I need to have for dress rehearsal? Dress rehearsal is a very exciting time. Here are all the things you will need: Your costumes. (these will be handed out before the full dress rehearsal starts) All of your shoes Correct hair for your age group Make up for dress rehearsal is not required
All students to attend rehearsal on 23rd July. Rehearsal at the studio. Bring all required shoes. Only hair required, no make up needed. Costumes will be handed out on the day.
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Pre Juniors - Intermediates
CONCERT HAIR Students will need to wear their hair in a stacked pony tail with multiple elastics. The pony elastic stack is then wrapped with black electrical tape. Please make sure your hair is neat and tidy. Hair is to be tight and slick with no fly aways, the use of hairspray and gel can help a lot with this. Please use a hair tie colours that are close to the colour of your hair so if there is any sticking out of the tape it is non visible.
CONCERT MAKE-UP - Foundation, please make sure it is suitable for your skin tone (usually one shade darker is great) and blends into the neck. - Brown Smokey Eye (as seen in the above photo) - Red Lipstick (as seen in the above photo) Page 6
Pre Senior - Adults
CONCERT MAKE-UP - Foundation, please make sure it is suitable for your skin tone/or fake tan tone (usually one shade darker is great) and blends into the neck. - Black Smokey Eye (as seen in the above photo) False lashes for Senior Elite. - Red Lipstick (as seen in the above photo)
CONCERT HAIR
Students will need to wear their hair in a stacked pony tail with multiple elastics. The pony elastic stack is then wrapped with black electrical tape. Please make sure your hair is neat and tidy. Hair is to be tight and slick with no fly aways, the use of hairspray and gel can help a lot with this. Please use a hair tie colours that are close to the colour of your hair so if there is any sticking out of the tape it is non visible. Page 7
DOES MY CHILD NEED TO WEAR MAKEUP? Short answer is Yes. When doing a performance to the level of an Off Centre Dance Co show there are elements such as Lighting and Screens which play a big part in the over all look of the show. Wearing a light stage make up is necessary for all students when performing on stage. The strong stage lighting will wash out your childs face for both the live show and also the video memory created with the show. The goal of wearing makeup is not to make your child look older or more mature... It's there to frame their facial features. If we do not take this important step in performing we will only see a cute costume with a washed out complexion. Page 8
Concert Day Sunday 24th July
Below is the inside scoop on how concert day will run with a timeline so that you can plan accordingly and be set up for success.
Concert Day Runsheet: 8:30am - Bump In (for all helpers). 9:00am - Advanced, Seniors and Pre Senior students arrival time. 11:00am - Intermediate and Pre Intermediate students arrival time. 11:45am - Junior, Boys Only, Cheer and Acro students arrival time. 12:45pm - Pre Junior and Adult students arrival time. 1:15pm - Break Time. 1:15pm - Mini's Arrival Time. 1:30pm - All Students Meeting on Stage. 1:45pm - Full Show Run (Correct Footwear required, Uniform only). 4:15pm - Pick up for Dinner. 5:00pm - Lockdown (Get Ready) .
Our concert day rehearsal is a CLOSED Rehearsal. This means that there is to be students only within the venue. Mini's parents will have special condiitons. Mini's parents are asked to stay within the concert venue with the students throughout their rehearsal. We ask that Mini's parents find a seat towards the back of the venue and enjoy watching the rehearsal while helping us keep our Mini's entertained when waiting for their turn on stage. Lockdown is the time when all students are to be in the change room. We allow 1 helper per student backstage (please note this is a females only change room so helpers/parents MUST be female only) We have 1 hour to get ready. This includes Hair and Make Up. Please note that this is the only time all students/teachers have to get themselves ready also so it's important to have a parent/helper per student where necessary to get them ready.
6:00pm - IT'S SHOWTIME.
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Top 10 Tips for a Successful Show Day!
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10 TIPS for a successful show day Most parents understand that a dance recital is an opportunity for your kids to display all of their hard work, dedication, and progress they have made throughout the dance year. However, for a first-time dance parent preparing yourself and your dancer for a successful concert can be a little bit overwhelming. Here are 10 of our favourite dance concert tips to help you feel prepared for the best concert experience and eliminate anything that may have you feeling overwhelmed.
Number Two.
Practise, practise, practise Practise makes perfect. There is no such thing as practicing too much. I am sure you have asked your dancer to share their recital dances with you at home and they have responded in a way that says “no way.” If your dancer is not willing to practise in your presence, don't get upset. This is totally normal. However, there are things that you can do to ensure that your dancer is practicing at home.
Number One.
Attend all Rehearsals As it gets closer to recital time, it is important to be at as many rehearsals as you can. With the concert being on the 24th of July our classes rehearsing together is so important If you cannot make a rehearsal, please inform the dance studio via email or phone. You can email us via the following address: reception@offcentre.com.au or call us on 02 45 779 557. During concert time, communication is key to a successful performance.
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STAY CONNECTED WITH OTHERS Staying connected with the dance moms and dads in your classes are essential. As you may know, the entire production of a dance concert can be overwhelming at times. You will be thankful for the support that your dance family can provide for you. Remember you are a team and teamwork makes the dream work. Over the next few weeks, you all will be getting pretty close. Enjoy building these new relationships!
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10 TIPS for a successful show day Number Four.
COSTUME TIPS AND TRICKS Getting your costumes is such an exciting moment. Costumes often come with accessories, such as hair pieces or gloves. It is so important to keep the accessories and the corresponding costume together. Place your costumes in zip lock bags with your dancer’s name on the front. When you get home take your time and double check you have the correct costume and accessories in your bags. Flesh tone/nude undergarments are to be worn underneath your costumes. These undergarments provide coverage to eliminate any discomfort when changing costumes in the presence of other dancers. These undergarments are also great solutions for quick changes backstage. On the day of the recital, secure your dancer’s hair accessories by criss crossing bobby pins through their hair and the hair accessory. (where necessary) Please make sure that all finger/toes nail polish is taken off before concert day. All costumes are to be returned before leaving the concert. Please place them back into your zip lock bag, returned it into a storage tub in the main change room and get your name marked off by one of our helpers or staff members.
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Label your Childs shoes A typical dance class can have as many as 15 to 20 students. Imagine what would happen if the dancers did not have their dance supplies labeled with
their name. The likelihood of things getting mixed up or misplaced is very high.
"We don't want to misplace anything" Be proactive and label everything. Yes, everything. Including dance shoes, make up, dance bags, garment bags, snacks, games, books, tablets, phones. etc.
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pack snacks, water & games Having access to snacks and water backstage is extremely important. As always, healthy snacks are going to boost their energy and not make them sleepy or lethargic. Dancers who perform more than one dance may have significant downtime inbetween their dances. Thus, it is essential for the dancer to stay energized, but of course not too energized! Pack non-messy foods: dried fruit, granola bars, cheese and crackers, chips, and sandwiches. Once you connect with the other dance parents, make sure you ask about food allergies. Avoid, avoid, avoid soda and juice! Pack water. Sugary drinks do not have the best impact on children that have to sit in a room. You also do not want to risk your dancer showing up on stage with a bright orange
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10 TIPS for a successful show day stain on a beautiful costume. Pack activities that you know your child will use and enjoy to keep themselves entertained. This may be a tablet, puzzles, iPod, reading books, coloring books, stuffed animals, card games, or a phone perhaps. The concert will be streamed on a big screen in the main change room for all students to watch. Having some form of entertainment will help shorten the time.
exhausted and ready to get into bed. However, it is worth taking an extra 10 minutes to ensure that your dancer has everything ready to experience a great show. Trust me when I say, an evening of excitement can suddenly go sour when you realize that your dancer is missing their left tap shoe 20 minutes before they are set to go on stage. Additional items you may want to consider packing include bobby pins, gel, hair spray, hair ties, hand sanitizer, deodorant, baby wipes, pain reliever medicine, lotion, fingernail polish remover, and an extension cord.
"Check list is a must for a smooth concert" Number Eight.
TALK ABOUT NERVES & EXCITEMENT
Number Seven.
make yourself a checklist Create a checklist of all of the items you need to pack. Then, take the time to pack all of your costumes and accessories and dance shoes prior to concert day. You will want to make sure that you have everything in place both during a dress rehearsal and for the actual performance. On the night before the show, take the time to check and recheck that everything is packed. Yes, you will be
Performing on a brightly lit stage in front of a lot of people can be very scary. Start talking about this with your dancer now. Encourage them to do their best and to keep dancing no matter what. Yes, this means even if they forget a step or two, they will know to continue with their performance because you took the time to teach them this important lesson. Remind them to have fun. A dance concert is a celebration to show how much progress your child has made during the dance season and this is just the beginning! If this is your first dance concert, you are probably more nervous than your dancer. So, remember take a deep breath and enjoy the show and witness them blossom on stage!
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10 TIPS for a successful show day Number Nine.
don't forget to get tickets Getting your family together to support your child is possibly the biggest tip out of them all. Your child gets to be on a stage doing what they love and we want you and your family cheering them on. This is not just your standard open the curtains and perform style showcase. Off Centre is well known in the industry for the standard of shows we create. This is something your family will not want to miss. If you are yet to purchase your tickets you can head to Ticketek and search "Blessed Be". Limited tickets are available so get in fast.
Number Ten.
capture memories of the event Memories in the form of photos and videos will last a lifetime. So, remember to take as many pictures and videos as you can. It is going to be so exciting to see how much your child has progressed in the short time they have been a student. Make good use of dress rehearsal and the time backstage to
document these memories. A big reminder is NO PHOTOS OR VIDEOS ARE TO BE TAKEN INSIDE THE DRESSING ROOM. All photos and videos are to be taken outside the change room doors. Now, what I am about to say next is also very important so repeat after me.
"I will not take pictures or videos of my dancer while they are performing on stage.” For the safety and privacy of the dancers performing on stage, all photography is strictly prohibited. Little Fun Fact! Did you know that a flash from a camera in the audience has the power to temporarily blind a dancer, putting them in a compromising position that increasing their risk of injury? This is why all cameras are to be switched off during the performance.
One extra one because WHY NOT? Number Eleven.
enjoy your time. Breathe - you have made it! Now, enjoy this moment. Enjoy this milestone. And last of all Sit back, relax and enjoy the show. Break a leg, dancers!
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Q&A'S What happens on the day of concert regarding Lunch Breaks? We suggest that you pack snacks and have plenty of hydration for the day. No students will be permitted to leave the venue and no external fast food is allowed inside. We will not have a set break for lunch.
Do I need to come back stage and help my child get ready/changed? One helper is permitted backstage (Female Only). Please make sure that they are ready as fast as possible after their routine.
Are they allowed to sit in the audience? Should your child want to sit in the audience they will be able to do so, They will be required to have a ticket for this. It will be very entertaining for them to see the older students perform!
If they stay in the change room what happens during the show? There is a live stream of the concert in the main change room and there will be supervision overall for the students.
Can they go for dinner before the show? Our Minis can be taken for dinner before the lockdown commences. Please plan accordingly as the bistro and restaurants are usually very busy.
Who does hair and make-up and when? Hair and make-up can be completed during the lockdown period. We recommend putting the red lipstick on as the final step as close to show time as possible and after the Mini's are in their first costume for the show. How long is the concert? We estimate the show to be 2.5 - 3 hours long. "Blessed Be" will be shining a spotlight on all of our amazing cast members and we have put together something amazing that will make you proud to be a part of the Off Centre family. Where do I direct my questions on concert day? Our team are all available during show day to navigate any questions or concerns. Please note that a lot of the team also dance in the show so some of us may only be available for windows of time. Please do not approach Ryan.N on the day as he will be coordinating sound and lighting. Can parents stay and watch rehearsal on the day? Minis parents can remain in the auditorium during the rehearsal to look after and entertain the little ones around their routines. It is recommended that you stay for this time so that you can navigate any questions. If you are unable to stay with your Mini student please let us know prior to the day so that we can plan for sufficient supervisioin during the rehearsal time.
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