Philadelphia 
Studio Ballet

 Parent’s Handbook  

for the 

2006 Showcase

  iMPORTANT LETTER FROM SUZANNE

Showcase 2006 is being held at the Valley Forge Middle School,

105 West Walker Road

Wayne, Pa. 19087

The link for information is VFMS; click on maps and directions.

 
PERFORMANCE - SUNDAY, MAY 21^st, 2006

1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

This handbook will answer the many questions you may have about the course of events on Saturday, May 20^th and Sunday, May 21^st.  If after reviewing the following you still have unanswered questions, please let me know and I will be happy to get an answer for you as soon as possible.  You may reach me at 610-525-7151, by e-mail at [email protected] , or check the website at www.philadelphiastudioballet.com.

Thank you.

Suzanne Slenn

THEATER REHEARSAL: Saturday, May 20^th, 2006

A full theater rehearsal will be held on Saturday, May 20th from noon until approximately 5:00p.m.  The order for this rehearsal will be as it appears in the performance beginning by setting the Entrada and the Finale, and continuing with the individual classes. I will work with the youngest students first. The school asks that families be patient during the rehearsal and understand that arrival and dismissal times are merely an approximation. When setting lights, music, stage direction, etc. it is difficult to anticipate exact times.

Sign-In Sheets:

We require all students to sign in upon arrival at the theater for both dress rehearsal and performance.  This sheet will be posted in the auxiliary gym, which is our dressing room.  DO NOT FORGET TO SIGN IN!!!!

Arrival Times:

REHEARSAL ARRIVAL: SATURDAY, MAY 20TH

Following, you will find the running order for both shows. Rehearsal will proceed in the same order. Students should arrive on Saturday at least 15 minutes before their assigned rehearsal time. Children should be stage ready at this time. This means makeup should be on and hair is done (you will find information regarding preparation later in this handbook). Wearing makeup for the dress rehearsal, particularly for the younger students, is helpful as a test run to help them get used to the feel and smell of the makeup.   Please arrive in dance attire (class leotard and pink tights) and wear loose fitting pants over your tights. This will help protect them from becoming soiled while waiting to dress. Your costume should be brought separately and it is a good idea to find a discreet spot to place your name or initials.

*ALL STUDENTS: If possible bring extra tights and a sweater and/or warm-ups*

SHOWCASE #1: REHEARSAL SCHEDULE IS AS FOLLOWS: 

Act 1: Rehearsal    Noon – 1: 15     Arrival Time: 11:45

            Entrada

1 – Tuesday –       Pre-Ballet 1 Class

2 – Friday –    Pre-Ballet 3 Class

3 – Saturday –       Pre-Ballet 1 Class

4 – Tuesday –       Pre-Ballet 3/Tap Class 

5 – Friday –    Pre-Ballet 2 Class

6 – Saturday –       Pre-Ballet 1/Tap Class

7 – Tuesday –       Pre-Ballet 3 Class

8 – Saturday –       Pre-Ballet 2/Tap Class

9 – Adult Tap

 Act 2: Rehearsal   1: 15 – 2:30     Arrival Time: 1:00

10 – Friday –    Pre-Ballet 1 Class

11 – Monday –      Pre-Ballet 3 Class

12 – Thursday –       Pre-Ballet 2 Class

13 – Saturday –       Pre-Ballet 3/Tap Class

14 – Saturday –       Pre-Ballet 2 Class

15 – Monday –       Pre-Ballet 3/Tap Class

16 – Saturday –       Pre-Ballet 3 Class

        Finale

SHOWCASE #2 REHEARSAL SCHEDULE:

Act 1: Rehearsal    2:30 – 3:45     Arrival Time: 2:15

Entrada

1 – Monday –       Level 1 Ballet

2 – Saturday –      Level 1 Jazz

3 – Wednesday –    Level 1 Ballet

4 – Wednesday –    Level 2 Tap

5 – Tuesday –       Level 2 Ballet

6 – Wednesday –    Level 1 Jazz

7 – Thursday –       Level 2 Jazz

8 – Adult tap

Act 2: Rehearsal   3:45 – 5:00     Arrival Time: 3:30

1 – Monday –       Level 1 Tap

2 – Thursday –      Level 3 Jazz

3 – Saturday –      Level 1 Ballet

4 – Tuesday –       Level 2 Hip-Hop

5 – Thursday –      Level 2 Ballet

6 – Tuesday –       Level 4 Hip-Hop

7 – Wednesday –    Level 2 Jazz

8 – Monday –       Level 3 Ballet

9 – Thursday­ –       Level 4 Ballet

Finale

PERFORMANCE: SUNDAY, MAY 21^ST

SHOWCASE #1:

The performance begins at 1:00 p.m. with pre-ballet students. Unlike our rehearsal,

ALL STUDENTS, regardless of their order of appearance must arrive at the theater at 12:00 noon, one hour prior to performance. Students should be performance ready at this time (hair and makeup). Parents are to take children to the auxiliary gym which is connected to the stage and there will be signs posted to guide you. As indicated earlier, you should bring their costumes separately and you may dress them once you are here. Once dressed, all parents are requested to take your seats at this time. There are parent chaperones that will remain in the gym with the children and make sure they are safe and sound. Students performing more than once should have their second costume with them in the auxiliary gym. Chaperones will help the younger students with costume change.

Children will be escorted from the stage back to the dressing room after their class performance and wait to participate in the finale. They will remain with the chaperones during this time. We do not anticipate any problems, however, in case a child is having difficulty remaining in the back, we ask that you leave your cell phone #  when you sign in and also ask that you please leave your phone on vibrate in case we must contact you.

***At the conclusion of the performance, Pre-ballet parents DO NOT have to come backstage for their child!  We will bring your child to you at the back of the auditorium.  Children will remain chaperoned until reunited with their parents***

*** PLEASE REMIND YOUR CHILD THAT THEIR COOPERATION IS ESSENTIAL AND THAT PARENT CHAPERONES ARE ACTING WITH THE AUTHORITY OF AND ON BEHALF OF PSB.  QUIET ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN INVALUABLE IN PRIOR PERFORMANCES TO KEEP THE CHILDREN QUIET. ***

SHOWCASE #2:

The performance begins at 4:30 p.m. Unlike our rehearsal, ALL STUDENTS, regardless of their order of appearance must arrive at the theater at 3:30, one hour prior to performance. Students should be performance ready at this time (hair and makeup). Parents are to take children to the auxiliary gym which is connected to the stage and there will be signs posted to guide you. As indicated earlier, you should bring their costumes separately and for parents of the younger students, you may dress them once you are here. Once dressed, all parents are requested to take your seats at this time. There are parent chaperones that will remain in the gym with the students and make sure they are safe and sound. Students performing more than once should have their second costume with them in the auxiliary gym. Chaperones will help the younger students with costume change.

Students will be escorted from the stage back to the dressing room after their class performance and wait to participate in the finale. They will remain with the chaperones during this time. We do not anticipate any problems, however, in case a child is having difficulty remaining in the back, we ask that you leave your cell phone #  when you sign in and also ask that you please leave your phone on vibrate in case we must contact you.

***At the conclusion of the performance, parents of younger children DO NOT have to come backstage for their child!  We will bring your child to you at the back of the auditorium.  Children will remain chaperoned until reunited with their parents***

*** Older students (level 3 and above) will be released into the theater at the end of the show as soon as all belongings are gathered up and they have finished changing.  Parents may remain in the auditorium or the lobby during this time

***PLEASE REMIND YOUR CHILD THAT THEIR COOPERATION IS ESSENTIAL AND THAT PARENT CHAPERONES ARE ACTING WITH THE AUTHORITY OF AND ON BEHALF OF PSB.  QUIET ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN INVALUABLE IN PRIOR PERFORMANCES TO KEEP THE STUDENTS QUIET.***

MAKEUP:

Pre-Ballet 1, 2 & 3:

-Light makeup for the show consisting of blush and lipstick.  The makeup tones should be rose, pink or brownish-pinks (non-frosted). 

-Face powder in a compatible skin tone is also recommended.

-Eye shadow in a natural shade is optional.

All Other Levels:

-Base should be used in a shade that is compatible with your natural skin tone. 

-Lipstick and blush should be in rose, pink or brownish-pink tones (non-frosted).

-Eyeliner—usually, medium brown or black works best.

-Mascara (optional)

-Eye shadow in a natural shade.

*** Orange tones do not compliment the face on stage! ***

HAIR:

All students’ hair should be performance-ready upon arrival at the theater for both the dress rehearsal and performance. Unless otherwise indicated, all students should have their hair styled in double buns. To achieve this, make two high pigtails (above the ears) and wrap each one in a bun and secure with bobby pins. Spray generously and please be sure to pack extra hairspray, bobby pins, brushes, gel, etc.

COSTUMES:

Pink tights, clean pink ballet slippers, tap or jazz shoes and your costume and coordinating headpiece.

The Wednesday, level 1 Jazz class should have Suntan (flesh) color tights to complete their costume.

JEWELRY:

No student is permitted to wear watches, bracelets, necklaces or rings, etc. on stage.  If ears are pierced, small stud earrings are acceptable

FOOD:

If you must send a snack, please include something which will not stain tights, etc. 

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PHOTOGRAPHY:

No videotaping or flash photography will be allowed in the theater.  Therefore, parents should plan for picture-taking before or after the performance.

Deborah Boardman, official photographer for many professional ballet companies will be in the lobby of the theater on Saturday, May 20^th to photograph your child if you choose. She offers very affordable packages and she will have order forms available that day.

*The handbook states that all students who are interested, would meet for photos after finishing rehearsal on stage. However, Ms. Boardman, our photographer is scheduled from noon to 4:00 and is not able to stay past 4:00. This will not affect students in Showcase #1, but it does mean that students involved in Showcase #2 (particularly those in act 2) should plan on seeing Deborah earlier. Both Deborah and I have been involved in many performances and I want to assure you that four hours provides plenty of time to see everyone. Please do not worry. Students are still required to proceed to the auxiliary gym to dress and sign-in upon arrival. 

At the conclusion of your child’s class rehearsal, you may proceed to the lobby for photographs if you wish.

VIDEO:

Philadelphia Studio Ballet has arranged for the showcase to be videotaped.  Copies will be available at a later date. 

RECEPTION:

There will be a small reception in the lobby following the show to which all guests, faculty and performers are invited.