Important performance note: Fog machines will be used in the production. Please be aware in case of any sensitivity/reaction this may cause.

 

RECITAL INFORMATION PACKET

We are so excited about Ohana's 7th Annual Performance Showcase! We have done our best to combine all information regarding the recital in order to make all of the details easily obtained, easier to understand and as detailed as possible. We hope that this packet helps to make recital go as smoothly as possible for you and your dancer! 

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What is contained within this packet:

Recital Details

Recital FAQs

Shoes & Tights Information

Recital T-Shirt Order Form

Picture Week Details

Video/Photo Information

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Quick Reference Dates:

Monday, May 8th - Show Sponsorships Due

Monday, May 8th   -  Tickets go on sale

Monday, May 22nd - Yearbook Pre-orders Due

Friday, June 2nd & Saturday, June 3rd - Picture Day

Friday, June 23rd - Dress Rehearsal

Saturday, June 24th - SHOW DAY

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Recital Details

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Dear Parents, 

Thank you so much for all of your support, patience, enthusiasm and love during this wonderful dance season. We are so proud to be able to showcase each and every dancer, after all of their hard work and commitment.

The theme this year is: "Embrace who you are". In a world where everyone tries so hard to fit in, STAND OUT! This year's message is to encourage everyone to celebrate their individuality and to be proud of their unique identity and not be afraid to show it off to the world. When you fully accept yourself, you'll attract people who appreciate and accept you for who you are.

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• Ohana's 7th Annual Performance Showcase will be held on Saturday, June 24th, with one troupe performance showcase at 10:00AM and one performance showcase at 1:00PM. The show will have 2 intermissions & will end around 5:00PM. It will be held at the Bromery Center for the Arts at UMASS, Amherst located at 151 Presidents Dr, Amherst, MA 01003. The show is located in Tillis Performance Hall. Dancers must arrive in costume with hair and makeup done 30 minutes prior to showtime.

• All dancers will receive an orange lanyard that will act as their ticket to the show. Lanyards will be taken off while performing and put back on when they get off stage.
   

• Students in 2 or more classes will be assigned a dressing room to change in. Dancers should sit in the audience when they are not waiting to perform backstage.  
   

• Dress Rehearsal will be held on Friday, June 23rd at 4:00PM at the Bromery Center for the Arts at UMASS, Amherst located at 151 Presidents Dr, Amherst, MA 01003. 
  Dancers must arrive in costume with hair & makeup done 30 minutes prior to show (3:30PM).
  Opening Number dancers must arrive at 1:00PM for 1:30PM rehearsal.
  Troupe performers must arrive by 2:00PM for a 2:30PM rehearsal. 
   

• Only one parent/guardian is allowed to attend dress rehearsal with their dancer(s).
   

• Students should leave once they are finished rehearsing all of their dances. You will not be dismissed and therefore are responsible for leaving after your last dance is rehearsed.
   

• Dancers will sit in the audience with their parent/guardian during dress rehearsal.

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CONSECUTIVE YEARS OF DANCE AT TECHNIQUE/OHANA

*Please check to be sure this is accurate / if your dancer should be on this list 

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RECITAL FAQ'S FOR OHANA FAMILIES

 

WHERE IS RECITAL BEING HELD THIS YEAR?

The recital is being held at the he Bromery Center for the Arts at UMASS, Amherst located at 151 Presidents Dr, Amherst, MA 01003.

 

WHEN IS THE RECITAL?

Dress Rehearsal is on Friday, June 23rd

1:00 PM - Opening Number Students arrive

2:00PM - Troupe students arrive 

3:30 PM - ALL Ohana Students arrive

4:00 PM - Dress rehearsal Begins

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One Troupe showcase: 10:00AM on Saturday, June 24th
One Performance showcase: 1:00PM on Saturday, June 24th

 

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PURCHASE A SPOT ON OUR "WALL OF WISHES" TO SUPPORT YOUR FAVORITE DANCER! 

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HOW LONG DOES RECITAL LAST?

Though it's difficult to predict the exact length of the recital, the show should be no longer than 4.5 hours, 5 hours at the absolute maximum. There will be 2 intermissions during the performance. The show should be done by 5:00PM.

The troupe showcase should only be 1 hour long with no intermission. 

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HOW LONG DOES DRESS REHEARSAL LAST?

Dress Rehearsal will run until about 9:00PM, however, dancers should NOT stay the entire time. Dancers should leave dress rehearsal when they are finished rehearsing their routines.

 

WHERE CAN I FIND THE LINE-UPS TO THE SHOWS?

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DOES MY DANCER NEED TO STAY FOR THE WHOLE RECITAL?

Dancers are asked to stay until the end to participate in the Grand Finale! Also, dancers and their families are asked to stay for the whole recital in order to cheer on each and every dancer who has worked hard all season for their chance to perform. If everyone left when they finished performing, there wouldn't be an audience left for the dancers who are performing towards the end of the show.

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DOES MY DANCER NEED TO WEAR MAKEUP ON STAGE?

We strongly encourage dancers to wear makeup that enhances their features (eyeliner/eyeshadow, blush & lipstick). The purpose of makeup is to enhance the performers features so that audience members can see from a distance. Natural shades are best. If you need more help with makeup, please email us at info@ohanaperformingarts.com.

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CAN WE TAKE PICTURES?

Pictures and video are allowed at dress rehearsal ONLY. Photography and videography is strictly prohibited during the performance, as we will have a professional company recording the show and capturing still photos. We ask that you adhere to this policy out of respect for the professional artists and Ohana.

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CAN WE TAKE VIDEO?

Pictures and video are allowed at dress rehearsal ONLY. Photography and videography is strictly prohibited during the performance, as we will have a professional company recording the show and capturing still photos. We ask that you adhere to this policy out of respect for the professional artists and Ohana.

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HOW DO I PURCHASE PHOTOS/RECITAL VIDEO?

You are able to pre-order a digital file of the Troupe Showcase as well as the 7th Annual Performance Showcase.


 

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WHERE DO I GET MY CHILD WHEN THEY ARE FINISHED PERFORMING?

We will explain this in more detail at dress rehearsal. We will be calling routines backstage 5 at a time. When your dancers routine is called, you will walk them backstage to Ohana Staff. They will stay backstage and you will be able to return to your seat. If your dancer is nervous and not ready to stay backstage without you, you are more than welcome to stay with them! Once their routine is finished, we will hold your dancer backstage with us and you will come back to get them. It is VERY important that parents & dancers are paying attention to the line-ups. We will be making announcements, but it is also your responsibility to be aware of when you/your dancer is performing. 

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HOW MUCH ARE TICKETS?

Troupe Showcase: 

$10 per person, general admission seating.

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Performance Showcase:

Balconies will be closed for seating.

Mezzanine & Orchestra Seating $30.00 (General Admission, Not assigned)

EARLY ACCESS - $45.00

 -- enter the theater 30 minutes before general admission, not assigned -- 

*Ticket price includes parking

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Pricing is the same for all ages of audience members. Ohana students will receive a ticket (lanyard) with their "performance pack" to sit in the audience with their family.

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Tickets go on sale beginning Monday, May 8th through the Bromery Center for the Arts Box Office. 
 

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TICKETS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE & NON-EXCHANGEABLE.

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CAN I BUY TICKETS ONLINE?

All tickets are purchased through the Bromery Center for the Arts Box Office. 

*TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR FOR $35*

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WHEN AND WHERE DO I BUY TICKETS?

You can buy tickets beginning Monday May 8th. Visit this page for the links to purchase. 

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WHERE DO WE PARK?

Parking is available in the visitor center lot across from the Bromery Center for the Arts. Accessible Parking is located right outside of the theater doors. 

WILL STUDENTS RECEIVE A TROPHY?

Yes! All students will receive a trophy, and special awards will be given to dancers who have been a part of our studio family for 5 years or longer. Trophies will be distributed to all students age 18 and under during the last week of classes. 

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IS THERE ANYTHING I NEED TO PURCHASE FOR THIS EVENT?

Yes, we are putting together a "Performance Pack" that is mandatory for all dancers to purchase for $30.

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This charge will be added to your studio account to be paid with May tuition. 

 These packs include:
 

1. Recital Packing Checklist

2. Recital Info Sheet

3. Custom "Ohana 2023" Lanyard/Dancer's Ticket

4. Prop to be used for grand finale performance
5. Dress Rehearsal Band for 1 parent to attend

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I'D LOVE TO HELP! DO YOU NEED VOLUNTEERS?

YES! YES! YES! We would love your help. All volunteers will receive a $15 Dunkin Donuts Gift Card as a thank you!  
Please reach out to us at info@ohanaperformingarts.com if you would like to volunteer!

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I CAN'T VOLUNTEER BUT HOW ELSE CAN I SHOW SUPPORT?

Thank you! There are a variety of ways to show support.​

• Sponsor the show.

• Ask your family and friends to attend and purchase tickets.

• Purchase a spot on the WALL OF WISHES!

• Purchase an ad in the program
   

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WILL THERE BE A PICTURE DAY THIS YEAR?

• Picture day will be held on Friday, June 2nd for Troupe Dancers and Saturday, June 3rd for all classes 

• EAP Productions will be taking dance photos this year

• ALL dancers should arrive in full hair, makeup, tights and costume

• EAP Photography will be available to answer any questions and to complete orders.

• Dancers will get their individual and group picture taken in Studio A.

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WILL THERE BE FOOD AND DRINK AVAILABLE AT THE SHOW?

Yes! There will be food/drink options for dancers, parents & attendees. 
 

Soda, water & juice beginning at 10:00AM

Full bar beginning at 12:00PM
 

On Site

Pre Packaged Snacks

Fruit Cups

Sandwich Boxes

Salads

Specialty Item - Sushi?

Bakeshop Dessert

 

Worcester Dining Commons

• $6.50 special rate to dine in Worcester Commons on this day.

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ARE YOU READY FOR AN AMAZING SHOW?!

We sure are! We can't for you to see these amazing dancers perform & shine their light on stage!