2021 CONCERT PACKET & STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE
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IMPORTANT DATES
June 1 Tuition Due June 5 Order Forms Due June 7-16 Scene & Dress Rehearsals at WBC June 11 Photo Shoot June 17 Mandatory Dress Rehearsal at Covey Center June 18 Performance 7:00 June 19 Performance 2:00 & 7:00 June 19 Cast Party at WBC June 21-25 Teacher Change Week & Class Parties June 25 Spring Classes end. Studio Closed July 12– Aug 6 Summer Camps & Intensives August 16 Fall Classes Start |
ABOUT THE CONCERT
Since its inception in 2000, Wasatch Ballet has provided students with an exciting performance experience through its June recital. This annual staple of our dance studio is a rite of passage for many youngsters—a chance to shine in front of family and friends that they anticipate with nervous excitement all year. A big part of the dance training process includes learning through performance. This experience helps build self-esteem, self-assurance, and contributes to a sense of confidence. Although performance opportunities can help prepare students for a possible career in dance, they also contribute to children’s success in non-dance activities. Onstage experience can result in better school presentations, improved social skills, and strong interview skills for future college or job opportunities. The rehearsal process is a tremendous learning experience as well. It helps the children develop retention skills, and by working with their classmates on a group performance, they learn the positive aspects of working as a team to create the best end result. Lastly, the most important benefit of the recital is the fun experience and the opportunity to make memories and friendships which will last a lifetime. WBC offers students a professionally directed performance that allows dancers to demonstrate the results of a year’s hard work, dedication, and progress. Our Spring Concert is a unique experience because each year, our studio presents an enjoyable, original Story Ballet (with ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and more). This year, we will be performing The Good, The Bad, & The Clever. It is an original ballet, created by Allison T. Wolsey and Stephanie Saul, with all original choreography by WBC’s faculty and guest choreographers. |
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We need you there!!
Every student participating in the concert signed a form stating they will attend all classes and rehearsals! Order your REHEARSAL MUSIC - Only $5! -Custom-made for your dancer -Order forms at front desk or Click HERE to order online! |
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM NOW UNTIL THE CONCERTSTEP #1 - WEEKLY CLASSES AND REHEARSALS
Now Through June 5 Classes have been working hard and are completing their choreography. Most classes will perform at least two dances. Jazz, Contemporary and Acro classes will perform one dance. It is extremely important that all students attend classes! It is difficult for the individual, the class, and the teacher if students are absent. Commitment: As a reminder, every student participating in the concert signed a form stating that they are committed to be in the show and will be in class and at all of the rehearsals. If your child will be absent due to a planned activity, please give us notice in writing. If your child is sick, please call in to the studio. Students with excessive absences will not be allowed to perform. Please make every effort to have your children in class so they will be ready to perform to the best of their ability. Practice! Practice! Practice! Students are encouraged to rehearse their recital dances at home. This year, you will receive your Rehearsal Music through File Sharing: we will email a Google File to you with your music (including all changes). Classes have been working hard and are completing their choreography. Most classes will perform at least two dances. Jazz and Contemporary classes will perform one dance. It is extremely important that all students attend classes! It is difficult for the individual, the class, and the teacher if students are absent. Commitment: As a reminder, every student participating in the concert signed a form stating that they are committed to be in the show and will be in class and at all of the rehearsals. If your child will be absent due to a planned activity, please give us notice in writing. If your child is sick, please call in to the studio. Students with excessive absences will not be allowed to perform. Please make every effort to have your children in class so they will be ready to perform to the best of their ability. Practice! Practice! Practice! Students are encouraged to rehearse their recital dances at home. This year, you will receive your Rehearsal Music through File Sharing: we will email a Google File to you with your music (including all changes). |
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STEP #2 - KNOW WHAT IS COMING & MARK YOUR CALENDARS
· Check which days and times your dancer is scheduled to perform. See Performance Schedule here. · Review the General Schedule for photo shoot, Covey Dress Rehearsals, and performance times. · Look through the Detailed Rehearsal Schedule. Mark your calendars for all rehearsals! · Choose your Volunteer Dates & order your optional items. Concert Order Forms due JUNE 8 · Get your tickets! Visit coveycenter.org to reserve your seat. Tickets on sale starting May 22. STEP #3 - SCENE REHEARSAL WEEK
JUNE 10-13 Dance Expressions Classes & Expressions Combo Classes: Classes will be held at your usual time and nothing will be different. Combo Basics and Higher: Your dancers will need to attend “Scene Rehearsals.” During these rehearsals, students will work on their entrances, exits, and stage positions during the scenes they are on stage. Please see Detailed Rehearsal Schedule! |
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STEP #4 - RECEIVE COSTUMES
JUNE 10-13 Full Costume, Tights, Shoes, Hair, & Make Up details available here. STEP #5 - PHOTO SHOOT
JUNE 14 Back by popular demand, the Photo Shoot will again be done by Hello Dancer Photography. Group and Individual photos will be professionally taken. All students will be in the group photo, while individual shots will only be taken of those who have prepaid. Click here for Photo Shoot Schedule. What to expect: Arrive at the studio at the required time in costume. DO NOT BE LATE! All students will be in the class photo. Individual photos will only be taken for children who have prepaid. Please go to the Hello Dancer website for more info and to pre-register: www.hellodancerphotography.com Please keep non-dancing siblings at home! |
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PLEASE NOTE - Rehearsals are MANDATORY. Please arrive on time.
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STEP #6 - DRESS REHEARSALS AT WBC
JUNE 17-19 Please see Detailed Rehearsal Schedule! These rehearsals allow the students to become familiar with the show order, costumes, and performing. Lighting, music cues, set changes, and all other logistics for an organized and professional performance are rehearsed. We run organized and timely rehearsals and your help with the process will guarantee a professional and pleasant production. When it is your Dress Rehearsal at WBC: Hair must be in appropriate fashion. Bring all costumes, accessories, tights, and shoes. Make-up is not required. |
ABOUT THE COVEY CENTER THEATER:
Wasatch Ballet’s June Concert will be held at the beautiful Covey Center for the Arts located at 425 W Center St, Provo, UT 84601.
Directions: From I-15 South, use the right 2 lanes to take exit 265 toward Provo Center St/Airport. Keep left at the fork to continue on W Center St. The Destination will be on the right
Parking (FREE!): Visitor Parking is South of the Covey Center (enter from 100 South). Additional Parking is located South of the Provo City Center.
Performers’ Entrance: Located down the receiving ramp on the southwest corner of the building.
Other Covey Policies: We do not allow food or beverages (besides water) in the theater or in the lobbies. Please plan on eating backstage or outside. Those with food in these areas will be asked to leave. Performers are not permitted in the lobbies. Please stay backstage or in the theater. There are restrooms in the dressing rooms and a drinking fountain backstage for your convenience.
The lobbies will be closed outside of regular business hours. At those times, no one will be permitted in the lobbies, including parents/families of performers. Public restrooms are not to be used for makeup, hair, or changing facilities. The lobbies and the theater are also not to be used for hair and makeup. Please use the dressing rooms backstage for these activities. Parents/Friends/Audience members are not permitted onstage or backstage. Please arrange to meet in the lobbies or outside after the performance.
On the night of the show:
Wasatch Ballet’s June Concert will be held at the beautiful Covey Center for the Arts located at 425 W Center St, Provo, UT 84601.
Directions: From I-15 South, use the right 2 lanes to take exit 265 toward Provo Center St/Airport. Keep left at the fork to continue on W Center St. The Destination will be on the right
Parking (FREE!): Visitor Parking is South of the Covey Center (enter from 100 South). Additional Parking is located South of the Provo City Center.
Performers’ Entrance: Located down the receiving ramp on the southwest corner of the building.
Other Covey Policies: We do not allow food or beverages (besides water) in the theater or in the lobbies. Please plan on eating backstage or outside. Those with food in these areas will be asked to leave. Performers are not permitted in the lobbies. Please stay backstage or in the theater. There are restrooms in the dressing rooms and a drinking fountain backstage for your convenience.
The lobbies will be closed outside of regular business hours. At those times, no one will be permitted in the lobbies, including parents/families of performers. Public restrooms are not to be used for makeup, hair, or changing facilities. The lobbies and the theater are also not to be used for hair and makeup. Please use the dressing rooms backstage for these activities. Parents/Friends/Audience members are not permitted onstage or backstage. Please arrange to meet in the lobbies or outside after the performance.
On the night of the show:
- Covey Theater requires that all audience members have a ticket.
- Theater does not open for seating until 30 minutes before to start time.
- Lobby opens an hour prior to performance.
- The Covey Center charges $3 fee per ticket to exchange tickets, including complimentary/volunteer tickets.
- All ticketing will be handled through the Covey Center Box Office.
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Please see General Schedule for details!
For the safety of ALL dancers, please follow the CHECK-IN AND CHECK-OUT RULES! Hair, Makeup, Costumes, Shoes, and All Accessories are required for Covey Dress Rehearsals!
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STEP #7 - DRESS REHEARSALS AT THE COVEY
JUNE 20 JUNIOR CLASSES Who are the Junior Classes: All Dance Expressions (1 & 2), Expressions Combo, Combo Basics, and Intro to Ballet & Jazz (1 & 2) classes. What to expect for Junior Classes for Dress Rehearsal at Covey:
SENIOR CLASSES Who are the Senior Classes: Basics Ballet & Jazz, Youth Ballet & Jazz, Intermediate through Advanced Ballet, Jazz, Companies, & Workshop. What to expect for Senior Classes for Dress Rehearsal at Covey:
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For casting dates & times:
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE Dance Exp - Basics 2 will perform in 2 shows, Basics 3 and up will perform in all 3. For arrival times: GENERAL SCHEDULE Lobbies will open one hour prior the event. The theater will open approximately 30 minutes prior to performance time. All audience members must have a ticket. |
STEP #8 - PERFORMANCES AT THE COVEY CENTER
JUNE 21-22 What to expect for ALL CLASSES:
PLEASE NOTE:
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CAST PARTY IS FREE!
All you can eat at the party = $5 per person OR $15 per family |
STEP #9 - CAST PARTY!
JUNE 22 (After the performance until midnight) After the last performance, everyone (students and/or parents) are invited to our Cast Party held at WBC. We will watch Saturday’s video of the performance on a giant screen, eat pizza and snacks, and celebrate! STEP #10 - CLASS PARTIES AND TEACHER CHANGE WEEK
JUNE 24-28 The week after our concert is super fun! Check the schedule to see when to come for Class Parties and Fun Classes. Students are invited to come to as many classes as they’d like (as long as they fit within age range and level). More info to come! |
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Sign up online by clicking here. Volunteer Sign Up & Concert Order Form due JUNE 8
EVERY FAMILY MUST VOLUNTEER AT LEAST ONCE! Volunteers will receive one ticket reimbursement per shift! Sign up on the enclosed form and turn in by June 8 SIGN UP EARLY TO ENSURE YOUR FREE TICKET! |
TO-DO ITEMSSIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER
In order to keep concert costs down, we greatly rely on your help throughout the concert season. We need every family to have someone volunteer at least once. We need mothers, fathers, or anyone capable to help during Dress Rehearsals and Performances.
DESCRIPTION OF VOLUNTEER TASKS
STAGE ASSISTANTS: Help the Stage Manager get the students and/or props on and off the stage. If you are able to help at more than one show, the dress rehearsal, or all of them, it would be great (but not required). STRONG ASSISTANTS: Help the Stage Manager backstage with scenery, props etc. This is great for dads, strong moms and older siblings. CHAPERONES: Needed for the Junior and young Senior Classes to help with costumes, change of shoes, getting class on and off stage, and watching them in the Green Room between dances. Chaperones are unable to leave students to watch dances from audience. There is a “Green Room” where the younger children will participate in organized quiet activities provided by WBC and watch videos while waiting to dance. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to regular arrival time. ADDITIONAL HELPERS: Needed during Thursday Load-in, Saturday to break-down the set after the show, after each performance to tidy back stage, and other various tasks. CHECK IN/OUT: Will be in charge of check-in and check-out of dancers. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to regular Dancer Arrival Time. SPOTLIGHTERS: Spotlight the dancers. Must be able to attend Dress Rehearsal at Covey and all three performances. USHERS: Will take tickets and pass out programs. Can watch the concert (near the door) without a ticket. Please arrive 45 minutes prior to Performance Time. |
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$8.00 per ticket
Please review Covey Center Ticket Policies marked in RED TO PURCHASE TICKETS & RESERVE SEATS GO TO: www.coveycenter.org 801.582.7007 Or go in person to the Covey Box Office HOURS: Mon-Fri 10:00am-6:00pm LOCATION: 425 W Center St, Provo, UT 84601 |
BUY TICKETS!
The Covey Center Box Office requires they handle all of the ticket sales. There is reserved seating, which is an added bonus! Tickets will be $8.00 per seat and will be available through the Covey Center Box Office starting May 22. Volunteers will earn one ticket reimbursement from each event for which they help. BUYING TICKETS FROM THE COVEY CENTER - UPDATES MARKED IN RED
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ORDERS DUE JUNE 8
TO ORDER: Download Concert Order Form OR Order Online Here *To order online, you must have an account on file. |
OPTIONAL CONCERT ITEMS TO ORDERDVDS, SOUVENIRS, FLOWERS, & MORE
Don't forget to download and fill out the Concert Order Form - DUE JUNE 8 |
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Limited Edition “KEY TO THE HIDDEN TREASURE” NECKLACES
Pre-order through June 8: $8 June 9 & After: $12 |
"KEY TO THE HIDDEN TREASURE" NECKLACES - Limited Quantity
In “The Good, The Bad, and The Clever”, the characters are in search of a hidden treasure. Throughout the story, there are many keys given, found, and stolen. And ultimately, one special key unlocks the hidden treasure! This year, we are selling Vintage Key Necklaces with a WBC 2019 charm. This lovely souvenir will remind dancers of the success and fun at this year’s concert. Assorted keys available. Come to the office to choose your favorite, or we will choose one for you! While supplies last! |
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CONCERT BOUQUETS
Preorder through June 8: $6 -1 Rose Bouquet $12 - 3 Rose Bouquet June 9 & After: $7 -1 Rose Bouquet $14 - 3 Rose Bouquet |
CONCERT BOUQUETS
For your convenience, Flower Bouquets may be ordered and available for you in the lobby of the theater to give to your dancers the night of the show. A limited quantity of bouquets will be available at the theater, while supplies last. |
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TSHIRTS
$16 Ladies S-3XL $13 Youth XS-XL |
CONCERT T-SHIRTS
Souvenir t-shirts for this year’s concert are available. T-shirt with WBC & performance logos on the front and cast list on the back! Orders must be prepaid. |
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CONCERT DVD or FLASH DRIVE
$30 through June 8 $35 June 9 and after $10 each additional copy |
CONCERT DVDs OR FLASH DRIVE RECORDING
This year, our June Concert will again be filmed by Sonus Productions, a professional videography company. No other video cameras will be allowed in the theater during performances. The entire concert will be filmed during the Friday and Saturday Evening Performances. DVDs AND FLASH DRIVES with the recording are available for purchase. Orders must be prepaid. Please Note: DVDs/Flash Drives will be available for pick up after Aug 15. WBC is not responsible for items not picked up after 3 months. |
