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Productions

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  • Holidayand June Production Information    
    • New to ADA?
      • If so, you are invited to attend an informal Q and A session with one of the owner of the studio. Check the calendar for dates and times.
      • Location of the show: Auburn Performing Arts Center.
    • All cast rehearsals/ extra rehearsals
      • In the month of December and June ADA call 2-3 all cast rehearsals. There is a $2.00 per child/ per class charge.
    • Parent volunteers
      • Parent volunteers are needed for all Pre Ballet/Tap Classes, & Levels one through three.
      • Volunteers must  be present for both dress rehearsal and the production.
      • You will be able to watch your dancer perform from the stage wings.
      • All volunteers will receive one complimentary production ticket.
      • Parent volunteer meeting is scheduled for the month of November and June. Please attend to receive your complimentary ticket.
    • Ticket information
      • Ticket pre- sale day is approximately 3-8 week prior to the show.Ticket day is on Saturdays.
      • Please do not line up before 6am.
      • Staff will purchase tickets the Thursday before ticket day. A section of seats will not be available for purchase by staff.
      • There is reserved seating with a TBA ticket limit per show.
      • Tickets are $13 on pre-sale day and are $15 there after.
      • There are no returns or exchanges. No exceptions.
      • You must have ticket to re-enter theater.
      • Children over the age of 5 must have their own seat. Children 5 and under may sit on the lap of a parent for free.
      • Cash and check only on pre sale ticket day.
    • Dress/ tech rehearsal
      • Drop off  your dancer with the dressing room manager at their scheduled check in time.
      •  Only authorized personal will be permitted in the dressing rooms.
      • Have your dancer dressed in costume with make up and hair complete when you arrive.
      • Dress rehearsal is closed to all observers including parents.
      • Please be punctual. Child pick up times are approximate.
    • Showtime
      • Showtime is at 7:00pm
      • All dancers should arrive @ 6:15pm and report to the dressing room manager at the door of the main dressing room.
      • Please have dancers use the restroom before they check-in.
    • Pre-ballet tap classes
      • Parents may drop off  their dancer at 6:45pm. The children will be escorted to their special pre–dance room.
      • You may pick up your dancer at intermission in the main dressing rooms BACK DOOR. They may watch the show sitting on your lap. They do not need a ticket.
      • Pre-Ballet/ Tap students do not participate in curtain call.
    • Production policy
      • No flash photography in either show. No video cameras in the June show.
      • No food or beverages inside the theater.
      • All students level 1-7 must stay backstage in designated areas (there will be a live feed TV to view the show).
    • Production services
      • "Message Hearts" are a way to get your message to your dancer through the ADA production program.
      • You may order a DVD of the June show ($40.00)
      • A Professional Photographer is provided to take individual and class pictures of your dancer.
      • Flowers are for sale at the show.

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    • Grooming Instructions for the show and related events. Such as, picture week, dress rehearsal , and the productions
      • No underwear or jewelry
      • No fingernail polish or toenail polish
      • Stage make-up
        • Foundation
        • Powder
        • Blush
        • Gray eye shadow
        • Black eyeliner
        • Black mascara
        • Dark Red lipstick
        • Pre Dance students may lighten makeup as needed.
      • Hair
        • With the exception of hip hop dancers and characters, hair should be parted on the right and slicked into a bun on the back of the head (not the top). Secure with a black hair net and bobby pins. Please no extra hair pieces or bun covers.
        • Hip Hop Dancers may wear their hair in any style. Please think about quick changes. A bun is acceptable for hip hop hair. You may want to get a hair extension piece in order to change hair quickly.
        • Hair instructional demonstrations will be given prior to picture week for pre- level 2 dance classes.
      • Show attire
        • Auburn Dance Academy dancers use Bloch brand tights.  ADA sell’s Bloch brand for your convenience
        • You may purchase the following products from the ADA Dancewear Boutique for use at the show.
        • BODY GLITTER:  Body glitter is a great way to stand out on stage.
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        • RHINESTONED FOOT UNDEZ: Apply  pack of Swarovski Crystal Rhinestones for your foot undez.
        • HAIR JEWELS: Add three rhinestones to your part for a nice touch.

  • Picture Week
    • Located at Auburn Dance Academy.
    • Class pictures will generally take place during regular class time at the end of May or the beginning of June.
    • A specific schedule is distributed at a later time.
    • Please arrive dressed and ready 5-10 minutes before the listed time. Please wear stage make-up and hair.
    • During picture week, each class rehearses and is pictured.
    • Saturday students and Xtreme routines are scheduled throughout the week.
    • Your teacher will provide 2 or 3 poses you can choose from, or you can create one of your own.
    • If you do not purchase pictures, please get your child’s picture taken with the group.
    • Xtreme members and characters with solo and duo’s: Please sign up at the front counter for a designated time if you want your solo or duo picture taken. You choreographer may or may not be present for your picture.
    • Wear your full warm-up and white tennis shoe for the Xtreme Team picture.
    • If your child is not participating in the production,we recommend that you do not attend picture day.
    • Parents should accompany their dancers to choose picture packages.
    • You must order and pre-pay your packages before your photos are taken.
    • Credit cards are accepted.
    •  Pictures are delivered to the studio in 6-8wks after picture week.