2026 Recital
Sunday, June 7th
University of Wisconsin – Whitewater Young Auditorium
930 W. Main Street, Whitewater, WI 53190
Ticket sales open Wednesday, May 6th at 6pm for dance families only.
Ticket sales will open for the public on Wednesday, May 13th.
10:00 am SHOW
Arrive by 9:30am in first costume,
with Hair and Makeup Done
*Doors open to public at 9:30am
2:00 pm SHOW
Arrive by 1:30pm in first costume,
with Hair and Makeup Done
*Doors open to public at 1:30pm
5:30 pm SHOW
Arrive by 5:00pm in first costume,
with Hair and Makeup Done
*Doors open to public at 5:00pm
SHOW DAY CHECK-IN POLICY
1. Use Door #17. ALL dancers must CHECK-IN at the Kachel Center. Once we have documented who has arrived, they will be directed to their dressing room area.
2. ALL dancers, regardless of age, must REPORT DIRECTLY to their dressing room AFTER they have been checked in, and remain there until showtime. Per theater policy, NO DANCERS will be permitted to enter the theater during the show.
3. PLEASE ARRIVE IN FIRST COSTUME WITH HAIR AND MAKEUP DONE
EMERGENCY OR ILLNESS
If you have an emergency or illness on the day of your dress rehearsal or your show, please call or text only this number: 608-774-7403 to notify us your child will not be present or will be late. This takes you directly to Miss Brianna at the Check-In table.
It is important we know this so we don’t spend extra time & resources searching throughout the venue for them. DO NOT CALL THE STUDIO, no one will be there to get your message.
RECITAL DAY CHECKLIST
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MAKEUP should be applied heavily to show up well on stage
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COSTUMES & ACCESSORIES Arrive dressed in your first costume. Include all correct costume pieces, dance shoes & tights for each class. See your Class Resources in Jackrabbit for your Recital Card
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HAIR Ages 4 and under - Bun, slicked back with gel & hairspray Ages 5 and up - Low Ponytail parted down the middle, slicked back with gel & hairspray
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BRING HAIR ACCESSORIES - brush, comb, gel, hairspray, ponytail holders, bobby pins.
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WRITE DANCER’S NAME in all shoes, tights, costumes & any other items they bring
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NO JEWELRY is allowed to be worn on stage (unless newly pierced ears)
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WATER BOTTLE Water only. Absolutely no juice, soda, coffee drinks, coolers, gatorade, etc. should be in dressing rooms or backstage.
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SNACKS
DRESSING ROOMS
1. Once checked in, dancers must STAY IN THEIR ASSIGNED DRESSING ROOMS with our staff and volunteer chaperones for the duration of the show. Dancers will be escorted by our staff to and from the stage for their dances.
2. Chaperones will assist any dancers needing to change costumes. If you would prefer to change your child’s costumes yourself, you may do so by filling out our Required Parent Costume Change Form
SHOW DAY DISMISSAL POLICY
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At the end of the show, the curtain will close and dancers 8yrs and up will be released to go back to dressing rooms first.
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Once the older dancers have cleared out of the stage area, ages 7yrs and under will be released from the stage and escorted back to the dressing rooms. It will be 5-10 minutes before your younger dancers will be ready for pick up.
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Please send only one parent/guardian to pick your dancer up from their dressing room.
RECITAL TICKETS
On-line ticket sales will begin on Wednesday, May 6th at 6pm. This is when the link to purchase will go live. We suggest starting with a maximum of 10 tickets per show (including your 2 free tickets).
Dance families will be emailed a 7-digit Family pin that must be used to login to purchase tickets.
Sales will open on Wednesday, May 13th for the general public.
Seating is assigned, and tickets are $20 plus fees or $10 plus fees for babies under 2yrs. Every attendee, including babies, MUST have their own seat per theater regulations.
Every dance family automatically receives (2) free parent tickets. Dance families will have a Coupon Code shown during your purchase, allowing you to redeem your 2 free tickets.
Tickets will be available for pick up at the studio starting Wednesday, May 13th at 5:00 pm. Please make sure to pick up your tickets no later than Thursday, May 28th at 8:00pm.
Eye shadow: BROWN - Eyeliner is not necessary
Mascara: BLACK
Blush to match your skin tone
Lips: RED
Bring Makeup to theater for any touch-ups
GENERAL INFORMATION
CLASS ATTENDANCE
We are finishing up dances, cleaning routines and working on staging. It is important for your dancer to feel confident when going on stage to perform. Please do your best to make sure your dancer is present for class.
BALANCES PAID UP
Your balance MUST be paid for your dancer to participate in the recital. Please check your account online or with the office to see your most current balance. Contact us as soon as possible if you need to set up a payment plan. We want all children to be able to participate in the recital. Our office hours are Mon - Thurs. 4:30-8:30pm. You can also email to ask for a payment plan lifedancejnsvl@gmail.com
WE NEED YOU
Please volunteer! It takes a lot of help to put on a safe and seamless show for our dancers. Dressing Room Chaperones will be necessary to make sure dancers are secure and where they need to be at all times. If you could find just a few hours during show weekend to lend a hand for a show your dancer is not in, it would make such a difference, and help us provide a smooth and memorable recital for all children.
A Sign Up Genius link will be sent out via email closer to recital time. Please volunteer and help us to have safe and smooth performances!
COSTUME PICK UP DAY - Saturday, May 9th
Costumes will be released only if costume balances are paid in full and accounts are up to date. The pick up schedule will be based on student's last name. Please contact the office if you are not able to attend during your assigned time. Hours will be between 9 am-3 pm.
SHOES AND TIGHTS
You can view your shoe and tights/socks requirements in your parent portal. Each class’s specific information and requirements are listed on their Recital Card in Jackrabbit in the Resources area under your dancer's class(es). The listed tights and shoes are required for every dancer, unless your teacher has given you other instructions.
Please order all shoes and tights by April 15th.
Shipping and back orders can become an issue the closer we get to recital day. We sell these in our Studio Store, through our Life Dance Academy - Shoes and Tights Order Form,
or you can purchase your own. (Please make sure you have the correct brand and color if purchasing on your own).
FLOWER SALES
Forever Flowers will be for sale before and after our shows and during Intermission. The special dancer in your life will love your thoughtful gift of support and admiration. Add one of the special Dancer flair picks to enhance the bouquet for your special performer.
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE
LDA merchandise will be available to purchase at the venue. Commemorate this amazing experience with a special gift. Check out the clothing, teddy bears, water bottles, notepads, stickers and more! you can also purchase items here https://virginiaanddees.square.site/
PICTURE DAYS May 16th & 17th
We will be offering a picture day opportunity for class and individual professional photos. This is a courtesy service we provide. It is NOT mandatory to participate in photos. These pictures are for you and your family, so hair and makeup may be worn any way you like. Downloads and prints will be available for purchase via email link once all editing has been finished. We need to keep the schedule running to the minute, so if you are late, you may miss any group photos. Your exact time is listed on your Recital Card, on the below list and posted at the studio.
Click Here for Our 2026 Picture Days Schedule
VIDEOS
Videos of every show will be done by Video Imagery. Every family will receive a video link via email after editing is completed. Editing usually takes a few weeks.
Dancers with last names beginning with:
A-H pick up between the hours of 9 am-11 am
I-Q pick up between the hours of 11 am-1 pm
R-Z pick up between the hours of 1 pm-3 pm
Dress Rehearsal
Saturday, June 6th
University of Wisconsin – Whitewater Young Auditorium
930 W. Main Street, Whitewater, WI 53190
**Your exact arrival time is listed below and will be posted on the bulletin board in the studio**
DRESS REHEARSAL CHECK- IN
Please make sure dancers arrive promptly at their assigned Arrival Time.
Use Door #17 upon arrival and check in at the Kachal Center. Once we have documented who has arrived, students and parents will remain in the Kachel Center. **We do not have access to the auditorium itself for viewing during dress rehearsals**
Click Here for Our 2026 Dress Rehearsal Schedule
REHEARSAL DAY CHECKLIST
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MAKE UP is not required for Dress Rehearsals
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ALL COSTUMES & ACCESSORIES should be brought, including all correct dance shoes & colors of tights for each class. See your Class Resources in Jackrabbit for specific requirements
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HAIR Ages 4 and under - Bun, slicked back with gel & hairspray Ages 5 and up - Low Ponytail parted down the middle, slicked back with gel & hairspray
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WRITE DANCER’S NAME in all shoes, tights, costumes & any other items they bring
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NO JEWELRY is allowed to be worn on stage (unless newly pierced ears)
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WATER BOTTLE Water only. Absolutely no juice, soda, coffee drinks, coolers, gatorade, etc. should be in dressing rooms or backstage.
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SNACKS
DRESS REHEARSALS DISMISSAL
Dancers may not leave the venue for any reason until they have rehearsed ALL of their routines. Students must be officially dismissed by their teacher before they can leave. If you have a significant break between rehearsals, you must sign out at the Check-In table to leave and sign back in upon return.
VENUE RULES
1. NO ONE is allowed in the Auditorium for observation during dress rehearsal! Parents of dancers ages 7 and under may accompany dancers to the backstage area. Parents of older dancers will wait in the Kachel Center. **We do not have access to the auditorium itself for viewing during dress rehearsals**
2. Please keep all personal items in dressing rooms or with you at all times. If you have a break between dances, you may stay in the Kachel Center until your next rehearsal.
3. NO wandering the building. Dancers and Parents are ONLY permitted in Dressing Rooms (or backstage when taken by staff). If you are not in the dressing room when your dance is called, you may miss your rehearsal.
4. Food and water must be kept in dressing rooms and Kachel Center only. Absolutely no juice, soda, coffee drinks, coolers, gatorade, etc. should be in dressing rooms or backstage.
If any of these rules are broken it may result in us losing the privilege of using this venue. If a dancer or parent is found to be in violation of these rules they may be asked to leave and not participate in the show.
EMERGENCY OR ILLNESS
If you have an emergency or illness on the day of your dress rehearsal or your show, please call or text only this number: 608-774-7403 to notify us your child will not be present or will be late. This takes you directly to Miss Brianna at the Check-In table.
It is important we know this so we don’t spend extra time & resources searching throughout the venue for them. DO NOT CALL THE STUDIO, no one will be there to get your message.