Dear Parents and Students,
For the past six years, The D.R.E.A.M Center has provided students with exciting performance experiences through its Recitals. It’s a rite of passage for many dancers; a chance to shine in front of family and friends, that students anticipate with nervous excitement.
A big part of the dance training process includes learning through performance. The experience helps build self-esteem, self-assurance, and contributes to a sense of confidence. Performance opportunities contribute to children’s success in non-dance activities. That onstage experience can result in better in-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 they learn the positive aspects of working as a team.
It is the responsibility of the entire community, students, parents, teachers and directors to do their part to make a great show. The recital is only as successful as we make it - let's work together to make the recital a magical experience for your child!
We’ve created an online survival guide in an effort to clarify The D.R.E.A.M Center's preferred recital process. It can be found below.
We look forward to a great show!
Directors & Staff
Spring Recital is Sunday, May 18th.
There will be 2 SHOWTIMES:
Show 1 @ 12:30 PM & Show 2 @ 4:00 PM
Find your child's Class Level - Day - Time to determine if they are in Show 1 or Show 2.
☞ Click the button under your show to learn more.
Show 1 - 12:30pm
LEARN MORE
- Dance Team
- Lilac - Saturday - 10:00 am - Ballet, Tap, & Jazz/Hip-Hop
- Black - Saturday - Ballet, Tap, & Jazz
- Black - Saturday - Hip-Hop
- Father Daughter Dance (Cast 1pm) - details coming soon
- Mom Dance (Cast 1pm) - details coming soon
- Smoke Rise Elementary Dance Program (PreK-1 & 2-5)
Show 2 - 4:00pm
LEARN MORE
- Dance Team
- Lilac - Monday - Ballet, Tap, & Jazz/Hip-Hop
- Lilac - Tuesday - Ballet, Tap, & Jazz/Hip-Hop
- Purple/Black - Tuesday - Lyrical
- Black - Tuesday - Hip-Hop
- Purple - Wednesday - Ballet, Tap & Jazz
- Purple - Wednesday - Hip-Hop
- Father Daughter Dance (Cast 4pm) - details coming soon
- Mom Dance (Cast 4pm) - details coming soon
Save the Date
Recital Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025
Where: Berkmar High School
405 Pleasant Hill Rd. NW, Lilburn, GA 30047
Dress Rehearsal:
Saturday, May 17 9:00am to 4:00pm
Show 1 - 12:30 PM
Sign-in: 11:30am
Show: 12:30pm
Sign-out: 2:45 pm
Doors Close: 3:00pm
Show 2 - 4:00 PM
Sign-in: 3:15pm
Show: 4:00pm
Sign-out: 6:00pm
Doors Close: 6:30pm
Get Measured
Students will be measured during regular class time, the week of January 13-18, 2025.
- Your child will be measured in their uniform.
- We use a dancewear sizing kit and measuring tape to determine costumes sizes for your child.
- Please be prepared to tell us your child's t-shirt size when you arrive (CXS-CXL, AS-AXL)
Buying Your Costume
Costume Fees will be auto charged on Feb 10, 2025
We implement a "combo costume". A combo costume is multi-look outfit that serves different styles of dance:
Base Costume (Leotard)
- Includes a tutu/skirt for the "Ballet Look"
- Includes a variation for the "Tap Look"
- Includes a variation for the "Jazz Look"
Our unique "combo costume" makes the recital affordable for parents and easy for students.
Traditionally, dancers are required to buy one costume per class. Which means, the costs can quickly add up for parents. This combo costume system makes the recital more affordable for parents.
It can be a challenge for students to change costumes backstage on their own when participating in multiple classes. This combo costume system makes the recital process easier for your child.
LILAC
- Ballet/Tap/Hip Hop $95
PURPLE
- Ballet/Tap/Jazz Costume is $115
- Lyrical Costume is $75
- Hip Hop Costume is $75
BLACK
- Ballet/Tap/Jazz Costume is $115
- Lyrical Costume is $75
- Hip Hop Costume is $75
*Costume Fees are included in the V.I.P. Membership billing model*
Recital Fee:
The recital participation fee covers the cost of the entire experience for your dancer including:
- the theater venue
- theater & backstage staff
- online ticketing
- recital t-shirt
- photography set up for family photos
- and a digital download of the show!
➤ $85 per dancer
Recital fee will be auto charged on March 10, 2025.
*Recital Fees are included in the V.I.P. Membership billing model*
Buy Your Tickets
V.I.P. Priority Ticket Access - (March 24-31)
- V.I.P Ticket sales open on: March 24, 2025 at 9:00am
- Tickets: $15 per person
Box Office - Early Bird (April 1-15)
- Ticket sales open on: April 1, 2025 at 9:00am
- Tickets: $15 per person
Box Office - Regular Price (April 16-May 15)
- Ticket prices increase on: April 16, 2025 at 9:00am
- Tickets: $22 per person
*Children 2 years and under are Free.
Practice At Home
Recital Practice Portal will be open starting March 1, 2025.
Please continue to use our class practice portal until that time.
Picture Day
Picture Day: Sunday, March 23rd 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Arrival Times & Picture Schedule:
We will begin with a group photo for each program/day at the start of their picture time. It is important for all dancers to arrive on time to be included in the group photo. Individual photos will follow the group picture, and you are done once your individual photos have been taken. Please see the arrival times below:
Lilac Saturday Ballet, Tap, & Jazz/HH
- Arrival Time: 8:45 AM
- Picture Time Frame: 9:00 AM - 10:50 AM
Lilac Tuesday Ballet, Tap, & Jazz/HH
- Arrival Time: 9:10 AM
- Picture Time Frame: 9:25 AM - 11:10 AM
Lilac Monday Ballet, Tap, & Jazz/HH
- Arrival Time: 10:55 AM
- Picture Time Frame: 11:10 AM - 12:40 PM
Purple Wednesday Ballet, Tap & Jazz
- Arrival Time: 11:10 AM
- Picture Time Frame: 11:25 AM - 1:00 PM
Tuesday Lyrical
- Arrival Time: 12:45 PM
- Picture Time Frame: 1:00 PM - 1:10 PM
Purple Wednesday Hip-Hop
- Arrival Time: 12:55 PM
- Picture Time Frame: 1:10 PM - 1:30 PM
Black Saturday Ballet, Tap & Jazz
- Arrival Time: 1:35 PM
- Picture Time Frame: 1:50 PM - 3:10 PM
Dance Team
- Arrival Time: 2:00 PM
- Picture Time Frame: 2:20 PM - 4:30 PM
Black Tuesday Hip-Hop
- Arrival Time: 2:55 PM
- Picture Time Frame: 3:10 PM - 3:15 PM
Dress Rehearsal
Saturday, May 17, 2025 • 9:00am - 4:00pm
- Arrive in your first recital costume.
- Run through of your dances onstage
All children must be left with the capable TDC staff for their dress rehearsal time. All parents are welcome to stay in the lobby or audience until the end of their child's dress rehearsal time.
The goal of this time is to familiarize your child with the theater stage, backstage, dressing rooms and process.
It is our goal to make the entire recital experience a complete JOY for you and your child.
Arrival & Sign-in
Students must sign-in at the theater — ONE hour before their show time.
All children must be left with the capable TDC staff for the entire recital.
All parents are welcome to stay in the lobby until the theatre auditorium doors open.
The goal of this time is to familiarize your child with the theater stage, backstage, dressing rooms and process.
Dressing Rooms
The dressing rooms are used for costume changes, storing belongings and a waiting area until your child's time to dance. Dressing rooms will be monitored by an adult at all times.
Classroom
- Lilac
Dressing room #1
- Dance Team
Dressing room #2
- Purple/Black Costume Changes
Hallway
- All Students
Please do not pack messy foods or drinks for your child, as we don't want any spills on the costumes.
Hair, Make-up and Tights
HAIR: Notes from your teacher will be available for specific classes as needed. We encourage parents to style their children's hair in a way that will make your child feel most comfortable and confident.
It is helpful to have your child's hair off their face so that parents, family, friends and the video camera can clearly see your little star on stage.
Make-up: The D.R.E.A.M Center does not require your child to wear make-up. As a parent, you control what make-up is worn by your child, if any.
Tights: Tights are included in your child's costume fee. You will receive your tights along with your child's costume.
How to Prepare
- Ensure your child has slept well the night before.
- Ensure your child has had a good breakfast.
- Please ensure that your child has gone to the bathroom BEFORE leaving your home.
- Students MUST arrive to the venue dressed in their first costume.
What to Bring
- We ask that you only pack water for your child to avoid any messy spills on the costume.
- Make sure your child has all personal belongings clearly labeled.
- Do not bring any extra items that can be lost, broken or stolen.
The D.R.E.A.M Center and the Theater Staff will not be held responsible for ANY lost, broken, or stolen items while at the venue.
In Case of Emergency
The D.R.E.A.M Center makes every effort to create a safe, fun, positive, rewarding and enjoyable recital experience for you, your guests and your child.
However, should there be a case where The D.R.E.A.M Center needs to contact you; it is your responsibility to ensure that your emergency contact information is correct in our database.
The D.R.E.A.M Center will have access to the phone list during the recital. We ask you to check, correct and add cell phone numbers and an emergency contact number such as, aunt, uncle, or grandparent.
Safety, Dismissal & Sign-out:
Safety is our number one priority.
No child will be permitted to leave the theatre without their own parent/guardian that:
Is known to TDC staff
Thank you in advance for your understanding, cooperation and assistance.
Due to the fact that parents are not backstage during the rehearsal or the show, should your child have a medical condition or safety issue that our staff needs to be aware of, please submit it in writing to: info@thedreamcenterdance.com before May 1, 2025.
Please be advised that it is TDC's mission to make the recital a positive experience for all involved. We reserve the right to prevent your child from performing onstage if your child is demonstrating any kind of physical or emotional distress. Even in this case, we must adhere to the no refund policy on recital tickets and recital costumes.
Thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation.