Seven Hills Dance Studio

Dancing with Lynchburg since 1939!

Recital

Our annual recital is a long-honored and eagerly anticipated tradition held each May! We aim to create a polished performance, instill the value of show and 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 their creative goals. This requires regular attendance in class, dedicated practice, and participation at rehearsals.  

All classes perform in BOTH shows except:

  • Primary Combo – 2:00 PM Matinee only.
  • No Creative Movement or Pre-Pointe.

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PURCHASE TICKETS & RECITAL ITEMS ONLINE

  • ONE PACKAGE PER FAMILY.
  • Orders DUE APRIL 15.
  • Socially distanced general admission.
  • Fees go to venue, sound, lighting, equipment, stage/technical staff, insurance, licensing, & production.
  • NO items will be sold at the door on show day. All orders must be PRE-purchased due to capacity guidelines.
  1. TO BUY, login to Parent Portal
  2. Click STORE from ≣ Menu
  3. Scroll to select items & checkout!

Effective Apr 16 – Extra tickets available A La Carte per the governor’s capacity increase. First come, first serve. $15 each.

TIP: On phone? Keep scrolling in Portal until you see pictures.

Don’t have a Portal account? Complete an online order form.

Ticket Packages, A La Carte, & Program Ads

 

 

 

 

 

COSTUMES

  • $60 per dance. Auto-pay 3rd Fri Nov.
  • Non-refundable. Sent home once arrived and paid in full.
  • Unpaid costume balance? Login to Parent Portal & “Make Payment.”
  • Costumes are sized similar to clothing.
  • Alterations are parent responsibility. Pin straps, cut pant length, etc.
  • Complicated alterations? Contact us for in-house seamstress info.

# OF COSTUMES PER CLASS

  • No Creative Movement/Pre-Pointe
  • Primary: One Ballet Costume
  • Kinder: One Tap Costume
  • Elem A: One Ballet Costume
  • Hippity Hop: One Costume
  • Elem B: One Tap & One Jazz
  • Elem C: One Ballet, One Tap, One Jazz
  • All other classes: One per class

TIGHTS, SHOES, UNDERGARMENTS

  • Secure correct color tights & shoes so dancers look uniform.
  • Layer tights for quick changes.
  • Purchase locally at Carolina Connection or via links below.
  • No underwear. Nude colored undergarments if needed.
  • Visit Dress Code page for shoes.

PRIMARY, POINTE, BALLET 1 & UP

ALL OTHER CLASSES

*Stirrup tights allow access to bare feet or those that have bare foot dances while also allowing for dances shoes. Please do not roll up a pair of convertible tights. This interrupts the leg line on stage. By requiring the same skin/tan style for everyone, dancer’s look uniform and only have to purchase one pair of skin/tan!

PROGRAM ADS DUE APRIL 1

Make your program a keepsake! Accepting local business ads or dancer good luck messages. Design own OR submit info for existing templates. PDF, JPEG, PNG. Printed B/W.

Email content to ryan@sevenhillsdance.com by APRIL 1.

  • 1/8 Page: Business card size
    • 3.5”w x 2.25“h, $25
  • 1/4 Page: One image, short message
    • 3.5”w x 4.75”h, $50
  • 1/2 Page: Up to 2 images & message
    • 7.5”w x 4.75”h, $75
  • Full Page: Up to 4 images & message
    • 7.5”w x 10.00”h, $100

SCHEDULE RECITAL PORTRAITS

We are hosting Ally D Photography at the studio for recital portraits!

Sat, May 8

  1. Schedule 5 min slot between 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Text/Email 434-660-2583 or allydphotos@gmail.com
  2. Come in fave costume, hair/make-up, & ready to pose!
  3. Multiple costumes? Let photographer know when scheduling for a longer time slot.
  4. Payment due at session. Cash, Check, PayPal, or Venmo @aldawson1
    • All high-res digital images up to two costumes: $25. Access emailed once available.
    • Each additional costume: $10 for all high-res digital images.

REHEARSALS AT THE STUDIO

Mon, May 3 – Wed, May 12

  • No regular classes.
  • Rehearse in time slots based on level.
  • Regular dance clothes, water bottle, & dance shoes in small bag.
  • One guardian may drop-off at beginning and pick up at the end.
  • We use these rehearsals to space in stage dimensions and finalize overall creative elements.
  • We only get ONE rehearsal ON STAGE this year so these are important!
  • Office CLOSED while in rehearsals.
  • Only ONE dance? Wear shoes to rehearsal.

In Studio Rehearsal Schedule

 

 

 

 

 

STAGE REHEARSAL & LOAD-IN AT RAMP CHURCH

Thurs, May 13, 2021 from 4:00 – 8:00 PM

NO rehearsal EXCEPT Adv Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Pointe, Modern, & Lyrical.

  • We HIGHLY recommend you use this time to practice costume changes at home!
  • Adv Class dancers ONLY + Staff/volunteer load-in & set-up.
  • Meet at Main Sanctuary doors off Thomas Rd.
  • Regular dance clothes, water bottle, pack light dinner.
  • Adv dancers assist with load-in & set-up.
  • We will run Adv numbers toward the end of the evening.

Map for Ramp Church

 

 

 

 

 

DRESS REHEARSAL AT RAMP CHURCH

Fri, May 14, 2021

IMPORTANT: Arrive in first costume with hair & makeup DONE.

  • Students will receive performance masks & recital t-shirt (if ordered) at check-in.
  • Bring other items needed in small bag or suitcase.
  • Suitcases are helpful because dancers can drop items in during quick changes and organize later!
  • One guardian allowed at rehearsal if desired. Please wear mask and sit socially distanced.
  • We aim to run dances once or twice back-to back during rehearsal.
  • One guardian may pick-up once they have finished or at the end of their rehearsal.

CALL TIMES

  • 3:00 PM – Staff only
  • 4:00 PM – Act 1 check-in at RCI Building
  • 4:30 – 6:30 PM – Act 1 Dress Rehearsal
  • 6:30 PM – Act 2 check-in at RCI Building if only in Act 2
  • 6:30 – 7:00 PM – Dinner break for those in both acts. Pack light dinner to eat in dressing room.
  • 7:00 – 10:00 PM – Act 2 Dress Rehearsal

DRESSING ROOMS

*Based on Ballet or combo level. If you do not take ballet, use class level. 

Dress Rehearsal & Show Order

 

 

 

 

 

SHOWS

Sat, May 15, 2021

2:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Ramp Church: 701 Thomas Rd

Act 1: Alice’s Adventures

Approx. 1 hour. Traditionally Combos, Ballet, Pointe, Hippity Hop, & Acro 1

Act 2: Let Us Entertain You

Approx. 1.5 – 2 hours. Traditionally Tap, Jazz, Modern, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Acro, Seniors, & Company

IMPORTANT: Arrive in first costume with hair & makeup DONE.

  • Bring items in small bag or suitcase.
  • Suitcases are helpful because dancers can drop items in during quick changes and organize later!
  • Between shows, dancers may be picked up to leave for a meal, etc. or they may stay in their dressing room as long as a guardian stays with them. Staff will need to exit to clean, sanitize, and prep for second show.
  • Due to capacity rules and busy dressing rooms, we recommend staying seated once the show has begun and encourage dancers to handle changes on their own. Practice costume changes beforehand!
  • Dancers will NOT watch from the audience, but we may live stream to dressing rooms.
  • Pick-up student AT INTERMISSION ONLY if they are finished and you plan to leave the event.
  • Otherwise, pick-up dancer at the END OF THE SHOW(S).

CALL TIMES to check-in at RCI Building

  • 12:00 PM – Staff only
  • 1:00 PM – Act 1 matinee dancers
  • 2:30 PM – Act 2 matinee dancers if only in Act 2
  • 6:00 PM – Act 1 evening dancers
  • 7:30 PM – Act 2 evening dancers if only in Act 2

HAIR

  • Please secure hair BEFORE coming to rehearsals and performances!
  • All hair – low bun/no bangs unless told otherwise due to quick changes.
  • Watch our Video Tutorial for step-by-step instructions
    • featuring Dance Company Stylist, Emily Harris, from Body Works Salon & hair model, Stella.
  • Acro dances – secure bun tightly for skills done lying on back.
  • Short hair – secure away from face.
  • Secure hairpieces with bobby pins so they don’t fall on stage!
  • Bring bobby pins, hairspray, gel, hairbrush with you for emergencies/touch-ups.

MAKE-UP

  • Please do make-up BEFORE coming to rehearsals and shows!
  • Masks provided: Clear or colored mask.
  • Focus on eyes! Foundation, neutral eye shadows, liner, & mascara.
  • Add red lipstick & blush if we are able to use clear masks.
  • Ages 4 – 7: Blush/lipstick only if preferred.

RULES

  • Rehearsals CLOSED to public.
  • Staff ONLY allowed onstage/backstage.
  • No running/playing.
  • NO FOOD/DRINKS allowed in audience.
  • NO EATING/DRINKING IN COSTUME. Bottled water only. NO GUM.
  • NO JEWELRY/NAIL POLISH unless part of costume.
  • NO PHOTO/VIDEO during shows.
  • NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY ANY TIME.
  • NO SOCIAL MEDIA posting of routines or costumes until show weekend.
  • NO PHOTOS while others are changing or cell phones will be taken.
  • NO COSTUMES in audience! Wear cover-up.
  • NO VALUABLES. 
  • Label ALL items with NAME.
  • HELPFUL ITEMS: Ziploc bags for accessories, safety pins, & first aid items.
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