Recital Information

Welcome, EDF families! As we approach the most exciting time of the year—our annual recital—we’ve compiled all the essential information in one place for your convenience. Please review this page carefully to ensure a smooth and enjoyable recital experience.

 

Recital Overview

  • Date: Saturday, May 31st, 2025

  • Location: The Berman Center for the Performing Arts

  • Showtimes: 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM

Dress Rehearsal Information

    • Preschool Ballet/Tap (SAT)

    • Beginner Ballet/Tap (SAT)

    • Beginner Jazz/Hip Hop (SAT)

    • Intermediate Jazz/Hip Hop (SAT)

    • Primary Ballet

    • Ballet 1 (ABT)

    • Advanced Modern

    • Ballet 2.5 (ABT)

    • Ballet 2 (ABT)

    • Intermediate Modern

    • Int/Adv Pointe

    • Intermediate Modern

    • Preschool Ballet/Tap (Afternoon & PM)

    • Beginner Ballet/Tap (WED)
      Beginner Jazz/Hip Hop (WED)

    • Intermediate Jazz/Hip Hop (WED)

    • Ballet 3/4 (ABT)

    • Ballet 1+ (ABT)

    • Ballet 2.5+ (ABT)

Dates & Times:
Dress rehearsals will be held during your dancer’s regular class times May 17th-22nd at Elite Dance Force. Please bring the following items:

  • Costume, tights, and shoes

  • Hair styled as it was for picture day (no makeup required)

Dress Rehearsal Schedule:

Ticket Sales

Tickets go on sale May 15th via The Berman Center’s website. Options available for purchase:

  • General admission tickets

  • Livestream access

  • Digital downloads

NOTE: Stay tuned for the ticket link and additional details. If you purchase directly from the Berman Center’s website, you may not receive all applicable studio discounts and promotions. Please be patient and wait until we provide you with the link.

Recital Programs

We’re offering pre-ordered recital programs this year, available exclusively through Dance Studio Pro (DSP).

  • Program Price: $20 due May 2nd

  • Shoutout Ads: $15 (Submit photos/messages by May 9th below)

  • Sweet Tweets: $5 (Text-only messages under 160 characters, also due by May 9th).

Please purchase through DSP. To submit materials for ads, please fill out the form below.

Recital programs will be available for pick-up on the day of the recital. Programs will not be for sale at the recital.

Recital Day Schedule

Call Times:

  • Show 1: Dancers arrive at 12:00 PM; Final bow rehearsal 12:30

  • Show 2: Dancers arrive at 2:00 PM; Final bow rehearsal 2:30

Dancers must arrive with hair and makeup done and dressed in their first costume. Recreational dancers should wear slicked-back high buns. Competition dancers should style their hair as they do for competitions.

Dancers who do not arrive in time for the Final Bow rehearsal, will not be in the final bow. Please arrive in a timely fashion.

What to Pack for Your Dancer

To keep your dancer prepared and comfortable during the recital, consider packing:

  • All costumes (labeled) and accessories

  • Extra tights in case of rips or runs

  • Dance shoes (correct pair for each routine)

  • Hair supplies (brush, hairspray, bobby pins, hairnets)

  • Makeup touch-up kit

  • Water bottle (labeled)

  • Non-messy snacks if your child has specific dietary needs

  • A book, quiet game, or activity to keep them entertained in the dressing room

Label all your dancer’s belongings—costumes, shoes, tights, hair accessories, and snacks—to prevent items from being misplaced or mixed up with others.

Check-In Process:

  • Parents will check dancers into the dressing room and confirm emergency contact information.

  • Dancers will be grouped with their classes and teacher assistants.

Audience Etiquette

  • Please arrive on time and remain seated during performances.

  • If you need to leave the auditorium, wait for a break between routines to avoid disrupting the dancers or other audience members.

Photography and Videography

  • Professional photography and/or videography may be arranged for the recital.

  • Personal recording and flash photography during the performance are typically not allowed to ensure the safety of the dancers and a distraction-free experience for the audience.

  • Livestream and digital download options will be available for purchase—stay tuned for details.

During the Show

  • Dancers (except preschoolers) will remain in the dressing room until the end of the show.

  • Preschoolers: May be signed out at intermission if they are not staying for the final bow.

Helpful Tip: If your dancer is in multiple routines with different tights, layer the second pair under the first for quicker changes.

Final Bow

All dancers will participate in a final bow at the end of each show. Afterward, dancers will return to the dressing room for check-out. Final bow will be rehearsed 30 minutes before the show on stage.

Additional Notes

  • Dressing Rooms: Activities, snacks, and water will be provided. Quick-change areas are available for female dancers with less than three dances between routines. Parents are not allowed in the dressing room during the show.

  • Pom Uniforms: Competition team members must return studio-owned pom uniforms after their last show.

Banquet Information

Join us for our Annual Awards Banquet to celebrate the season!

  • Date: Monday, June 2nd, 2025

  • Location: St. Mary's Cultural Center, Livonia, MI

  • Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

  • Cost: $25 per person

Additional Resources

  • Stage Makeup

    Stage makeup accentuates a dancer's features, ensuring their expressions are clearly visible to the audience. We've put together a handy guide and some tips for you on how to apply stage makeup at home.

    Learn More

  • Recital Buns

    Creating the perfect bun for a dance recital not only completes the look but also ensures that the dancer's hair stays neatly in place, allowing them to focus entirely on their performance.

    Learn More

  • Nutrition for Dancers

    It’s essential to focus not only on dance technique but also on what fuels the body. Proper nutrition is key to sustaining energy, improving performance, and maintaining overall health.

    Learn More

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Parents will be allowed in the dressing room only during check-in. Once the dancers are settled with their classes, parents must leave to ensure the space stays organized and clear.

  • No, preschoolers can be signed out at intermission by the parent who checked them in. However, if they leave at intermission, they will not participate in the final bow. If they plan to stay for the final bow, they must remain in the dressing room for the entire show.

  • Yes, allergy-free snacks and water will be provided in the dressing room. Please label your dancer’s personal items to avoid any mix-ups.

  • IteThere will be a quick-change area backstage for female dancers who have less than three dances between routines. We recommend layering tights if your dancer needs to switch between different colors.