Makeup and hair should be done prior to arrival. Tights, accessories, and costumes will be at the school and ready for dancers when they arrive. Dancers should bring all of their shoes with them. Recital tickets will also be distributed at dress rehearsal. Pictures and videos may be taken at dress rehearsal only. We ask that only ONE parent or guardian stay for dress rehearsal. Please, no siblings. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter!

Hair should be styled in a low, center‑parted, sleek ponytail. Please spray down all wispies and flyaways, and secure the hair with bobby pins. Please practice this hairstyle before the day of the recital. If you are unable to do this hairstyle, please make arrangements for someone to assist you. Level 2 Oxford Dancers (Miss Ashley and Miss Harley) 💈Hair should be in a high ponytail (no part) for tap, jazz and contemporary. 👯‍♀️ Using that same ponytail 🐎 Hair should be in a bun for ballet and lyrical. 🩰

Makeup should be done for dress rehearsal so that any necessary changes can be made before the recital. Stage lighting will wash out the dancer’s face. Use light brown on the eyelids, a darker brown on the outer corners, and white under the brow bone. Black eyeliner and black mascara are also recommended. Please use foundation and powder to reduce shine on the face. Cheeks should be a pink or rose shade. Lip color should be red, not pink—think “fire engine” when choosing a shade. See the video link below for a makeup tutorial. A video demonstrating what recital makeup should look like is posted below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pB6-Pps7YM0

ALL SHOES, TIGHTS, AND COSTUMES MUST BE LABELED WITH THE STUDENT’S NAME INSIDE. THIS IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT. There are hundreds of shoes and costumes in the dressing area, and items can easily get misplaced. Ensuring that every item is labeled helps us return anything that goes missing.

No underwear is allowed to be worn, as it can be seen under stage lighting and costumes. Before coming to dress rehearsal and the recital, please have your dancer put on the nude tights first with no underwear, followed by the nude leotard (if purchased). We recommend a nude leotard for any dancer who has more than one dance. If you would like to order one, please use the link below. Child Size: https://www.dancewearsolutions.com/leotards/camisole/TB49C.aspx?position=3 Adult Size: https://www.dancewearsolutions.com/leotards/camisole/TB49.aspx?position=5

Recital will be held Saturday, June 20th with the first show at 11 and the second show at 3:30pm. **NOTE: This is a time change.  Dancers should come to the school in street clothes with their tights on and hair / makeup done. Costumes will stay at the school after dress rehearsal.  Show A: 10:00AM arrival  Show B: 2:30PM arrival

Please double‑check that everything—except costumes and tights—are packed in their bag. Dancers will need to be dropped off and signed in at the dressing room. There will be designated assistants in the dressing room to help your dancers with changing and anything they may need during the recital. ANYONE WHO IS NOT CLEARED AS A DRESSING ROOM ASSISTANT MAY NOT ENTER THE DRESSING ROOMS. Please understand this is for your child’s safety. We must always know who is in the backstage area. AAOD staff members will be stationed in the dressing room at all times. Dancers will also need to be signed out at the end of the night. You may pack your dancer a clean snack and water for while they are backstage.

We would like all dancers to stay until the end of the show to be part of the all‑studio finale. All dancers have learned this routine and have been practicing it in class. We encourage all dancers to participate if they would like to. Dancers may wear their recital T‑shirts if they are purchasing one or a teal-colored t-shirt with black bottoms.

The information provided on this webpage and FAQs will help you navigate through Recital details and the day of. Please read through this guide and ask any questions you may have. We will be having an informational meeting at each tech rehearsal to cover details. Monday, May 4 5:45-6:15 at Swift Tuesday, May 5 5:45-6:15 at Swift

Ballet: Pink Ballet Shoes, canvas is preferred for all dancers except pre ballet Tap: Black Oxford Tap Shoes Hip Hop/Hippity Hop: Solid Black Sneakers, used only for class/Recital Lyrical/Contemporary: Nude Pirouettes Jazz: Miss Vanessa Class: Tan Jazz shoes Jazz: Miss Ashley Class: Black Jazz Shoes  Jazz: Miss Harley Jazz/Musical Theater: Tan Jazz Shoes

Any questions regarding billing should be directed to aaodbilling@gmail.com. This includes costume invoices, recital invoices, etc. Shannon, our billing manager has direct access to this information. Please reach out to her with any questions or concerns. All outstanding balances must be paid by Recital in order to have your dancer participate in the show.

Recital tickets and merchandise are available to purchase through the google form link located on this webpage. Tickets first come, first serve. We recommend taking advantage of the presale. We may or may not have tickets available at the door.

Swift Middle School 1866 Robert Fulton Hwy, Quarryille PA 17566

Andrea's Academy of Dance welcomes dancers as young as 18 months in our Creative Movement and Pre-Level classes. These classes are designed to be fun, structured, and age-appropriate for our youngest students.

Class placement is based on age, experience, and skill level. New students can start with our Pre-classes (ages 3–6), and older or more experienced dancers will be placed based on technique and instructor recommendation. We're happy to help you find the perfect fit!

Yes! Andrea's Academy of Dance offers trial classes for new students so they can experience the class before committing to the session.

Class times vary based on age and level, typically ranging from 30 to 60 minutes. Our youngest dancers usually have shorter class times to match attention spans and energy levels.

Yes! Andrea's Academy of Dance holds an annual recital at the end of the season where all dancers have the opportunity to perform on stage in costume and celebrate their progress.

You can register online through our website or contact our studio directly for help with enrollment. Early registration is recommended as some classes fill quickly.

Andrea's Academy of Dance understands that things come up. Make-up classes may be available depending on the class type and schedule. Please contact us to find the best option.

Yes! Andrea's Academy of Dance offers both recreational and competitive dance options. Dancers interested in joining our performance or competition teams can inquire about auditions and requirements.

Andrea's Academy of Dance offers classes for a range of ages, including teens and adult dancers. These vary by season, so check our schedule or contact us for the most up-to-date offerings.

Andrea's Academy of Dance communicates through email, studio handouts, and our private parent portal. Be sure to follow us on social media and check your inbox regularly for important updates.