EC Glass High School: 2111 Memorial Ave Lynchburg, VA 24501
Sat, May 16, 2026, 7:00 PM
All classes. Exceptions: No Creative Movement, No Combo A’s, and No Combo B Wed.
Sun, May 17, 2026, 2:00 PM
All classes. Exceptions: No Creative Movement & No Combo B Tues.
Act 1: Theme TBA
*10 min intermission*
Act 2: Theme TBA
The recital is a long-honored and eagerly anticipated tradition held each May! We aim to create a polished performance, instill the value of show & rehearsal etiquette, and create life-long memories. Dancers gain self-confidence, practice awareness, and learn to express emotions while working as a group to achieve creative goals. This requires regular attendance in class, dedicated practice, and participation at rehearsals.
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Volunteers Needed
The recital is quite a production & we need help!
Sign-up here for positions
Volunteers receive a FREE Digital Download of the show.
Program Ads – Due 3/1
Advertise a local business or send a good luck message to your dancer in our program! Design your own or submit PNG or JPEG, images & text for existing templates. All ads printed in B/W. Ad is not considered reserved until we have received payment AND artwork.
Email ad content by 3/1 to ryan@sevenhillsdance.com. Buy Ads in Parent Portal Store.
| Ad Size | Description | Dimensions | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/8 Page | Business card size: | 4.25”w x 2.75“ | $25 |
| 1/4 Page | One image, short message | 4.25”w x 5.5”h | $50 |
| 1/2 Page | Up to 2 images & message | 8.5”w x 5.5”h | $75 |
| Full Page | Up to 4 images & message | 8.5”w x 11.00”h | $100 |
Picture Days: Dates TBA
Ally D Photography will once again be hosting costume picture day at the studio! This is also open to Creative Movement students who desire portraits in class attire or alongside a sibling in the recital. Fill out this FORM to schedule a time slot if desired. TEXT 434-660-2583 or EMAIL allydphotos@gmail.com with questions. All high-res digital images up to two costumes: $35. Each additional costume: $15. Pay at session. Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo @aldawson1
🎟 Tickets – Sales open online 4/1
Select seats online & show printed or mobile tickets at the door. Not sold in person. Sales remain open online on show days. Doors open one hour before shows. If you are unable to arrive with your entire party, we recommend printing a paper ticket. Prices exclude site fees. Ages 3 & up: $15. Ages 0-2 Lap child: No seat, ticket
If dancer plans to watch one show, select seat & enter code FREEDANCE for one free ticket during checkout. Only eligible for performers. Excludes site fees. There is a limited amount of uses set for this code to accommodate all of our dancers to watch one show. If you have multiple dancers, you will receive a separate one time code via email.
👚 T-Shirt – Order by 4/20
Short-sleeve commemorative tee features show themes on back & studio logo on front. $20. Pre-order only online with tickets by 4/20. Handed out at the studio once they arrive.
💐 Flowers – Order by 4/20
Save a trip to the florist and order a colorful bouquet for your dancer! $20. Pre-order online only with tickets by 4/20. Pick-up in lobby before shows.
💻 Digital Download – by 5/20
Preserve the night forever or share with out-of-town family! $25 one show. $35 both. Link emailed 1-2 weeks after show.
Fees go to venue rental, sound, lighting, equipment, tech crew, insurance, printing, licensing, & production.
✅ Rules
Rehearsals are closed. One guardian is allowed at dress rehearsal. Staff only onstage & backstage. No running. No food, drinks, gum in audience or in costume. No jewelry, nail polish, photo/video. Cover-up costumes in audience. No valuables. Label items with name. Ziplocs are helpful for accessories, safety pins, & first aid.
💄 Makeup
We recommend makeup for dress rehearsal & shows so dancers don’t appear washed out under stage lights. Foundation, neutral eye shadow, liner, mascara, blush, & red lipstick. Ages 4-7: blush & lipstick only if preferred.
💇♀️ Hair
No bangs. Act 1: Low bun. Act 2: Low pony. Do before dress rehearsal & shows. For short hair, pin away from face. Pin hairpieces so they don’t fall on stage! We recommend bobby pins, hairspray, & hairbrush for touch-ups.
Video tutorial below featuring Body Works Stylist, Emily Harris & model, Stella.
👚 Costumes
Costumes are included in tuition. Non-refundable. We measure in Nov, order in Dec, and send costumes home in the spring once they arrive. You may make minor alterations: pin straps, cut pant length, etc. For complicated alterations, text seamstress Emily Harris to schedule fitting at 434-546-0261. Exception: Creative Movement is not in recital.
🥾 Shoes, Tights
Please wear the correct color of tights & shoes listed for each dance below. Nude undergarments if needed. Layer tights for quick changes. Local provider: Carolina Connection. Purchase early to avoid delays! When purchasing skin tone stirrup tights, Caramel & Light Suntan are frequent choices, but see all colors here.
Rehearsals at the Studio: 5/4 – 5/13
At the studio. No regular classes. No costumes. If you are only in one dance, you will NOT need a dance bag – just wear shoes for your dance. Dancers rehearse in time slots based on show order on different days & times than the regular year. Schedule available in February. This allows us to space dances in our largest studio (Room 1&2) which translates to the stage size & finalize creative elements. Office is CLOSED while teachers are in rehearsals.
- Please wear ALL BLACK to help us view/clean dances more effectively.
- Exception: Combo A students wear colors below to help us group you and to help you find your class!
- Combo A Mon: PINK Combo A Tues: BLUE Combo A Wed: PURPLE
- Leggings or shorts and a fitted shirt instead of tights/leotard are acceptable.
No Rehearsal: Thurs, 5/14
No rehearsal. Pack items, review instructions, practice quick-changes/hair/make-up, & rest for the big show weekend!
Dress Rehearsal: Fri, 5/15
EC Glass High School. Enter parking lot via Murrell Rd or Langhorne Rd. From the lot, the school is on the right. Walk up the sidewalk. Entrance to the auditorium lobby is on the right. Dress rehearsal allows us to space dances, set lighting, & practice quick changes. Dancers may watch from audience and leave after THEIR last dance. One guardian allowed.
We run in SHOW ORDER. If we run dances more than once, we will do so back-to back.
Arrive in costume, hair, & makeup! Bring items in a bag. Suitcases are helpful to drop items during quick changes & organize later! Due to busy dressing rooms, we recommend dancers change on their own. EAT BEFOREHAND due to no food/drink rules at Glass. Water bottle allowed.
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Staff only load-in.
5:30 PM If in multiple dances, Act 1 reports to Dressing Room.
5:55 PM If only in one Act 1 dance, arrive in costume & sit with class in the audience.
6:00 PM Act 1 Dress Rehearsal
7:15 PM If only in Act 2 and in multiple dances, report to Dressing Room.
7:20 PM If only in one Act 2 dance, arrive in costume & sit with class in the audience.
7:30 – 10:00 PM Act 2 Dress Rehearsal. Pick-up in dressing room after their last dance.
👕 Dressing Rooms
Use ballet level to determine room for the entire show.
| Class | Room | Directions |
|---|---|---|
| Combos | Senior lounge | Enter main lobby, go through white doors on left across from auditorium, & upstairs |
| Level 1 | Backstage upstairs left | Enter Door #25 next to loading dock. Walk all the way upstairs. Room on left. |
| Levels 3, 4 | Backstage upstairs right | Enter Door #25 next to loading dock. Walk all the way upstairs. Room on right. |
| Levels Int & Adv | Backstage downstairs | Enter Door #25 next to loading dock. Go up small set of stairs. Room in front of you. |
| Teachers | Faculty Room | Enter Door # 25 next to loading dock, go up small stairs, room on right |
| Only in one dance | Report to backstage door | Report at least 3 dances before |
| Adults & Alumni in Finale | Wear black | Meet backstage last dance of Act 2 |
Show Days
Come in costume, hair, & makeup! Bring items in small bag or suitcase. Suitcases are helpful to drop items during quick changes & organize later! Due to busy dressing rooms, we recommend staying seated once show has begun and encourage dancers to handle changes on own.
EAT BEFOREHAND due to no food/drink rules at Glass. Water bottle allowed.
A limited quantity of paper programs will be available at the door. Scan QR code posters for digital program.
Saturday, 5/16
5:00 PM Staff only
6:00 PM Act 1 to dressing room. No Combo A’s in this show. Other Combos come at 6:15. We ask that parents take seats around 6:30/40 so dancers may adjust and begin backstage lineups. We recommend staying seated once the show has begun. Encourage dancers to handle changes on their own.
6:30 PM Act 2 to dressing room. If only in 1 dance, dancer may watch until 3 #s before. To get backstage, exit the auditorium and re-enter near the loading dock. Side stage steps used in rehearsals ARE NOT available during shows.
7:00 PM Show. Parents pick-up dancer(s) in their dressing room after their last dance if they are watching the show with you afterwards. If they are not watching the show or they are in multiple dances, meet them outside the loading dock.
Sunday, 5/17
12:00 PM Staff only
1:00 PM Act 1 to dressing room. Combos come at 1:15. We ask that parents take seats around 1:30/40 so dancers may adjust and begin backstage lineups. We recommend staying seated once the show has begun. Encourage dancers to handle changes on their own.
1:30 PM Act 2 to dressing room. If only in 1 dance, dancer may watch until 3 #s before. To get backstage, exit the auditorium and re-enter near the loading dock. Side stage steps used in rehearsals ARE NOT available during shows.
2:00 PM Show. Parents pick-up dancer(s) in their dressing room after their last dance if they are watching the show with you afterwards. If they are not watching the show or they are in multiple dances, meet them outside the loading dock.
