Dance Department Performance Information - Arts Academy in the Woods (2024)

Please refer to “Dance Department Concert Hair & Make-Up Guidelines” & “Dance Department Concert Costume, Shoe & Apparel Guidelines” documents for mandatory concert needs

2nd Hour Technique/Repertoire I: The Fire You Started in Me (& Burn)

Tops: Burgundy Top (provided by Ms. Meeks)

Bottoms: black leggings

Undergarments: garments: nude or black

Shoes: Pirouettes/turners

Accessories:

2nd Hour Technique/Repertoire I: Casting Call (Chorus Line: I Hope I Get It)

All Performers: Inspiration from the 1980s Movie/1970s Broadway Musical a Chorus Line- wear dance apparel that would be worn to an audition at that time period. Clothing can be colorful BUT NEON/HIGHLIGHTER COLORS ARE NOT PERMITTED.

Tops: Approved Attire: Leotards, off the shoulder tops crew neck sweatshirts, etc.

Bottoms: leggings, shorts, joggers, etc.

(NO HIGH CUT LEOTARDS OR MIDRIFFS/EXPOSED STOMACHS)

Undergarments: Black or nude (depending on outfit) should not be seen by audience

Shoes: All dancers must wear some sort of shoe: turners, ballet shoes, or jazz (black or tan) are acceptable. They can coordinate with your outfit. Bare feet, socks and/or tennis shoes are NOT PERMITTED.

Accessories: Approved accessories: Sweatbands, leg warmers, head bands

3rd Hour Dance Survey- A Need for Change (Man in the Mirror)

Tops: Teal Long Sleeved Shirt (provided by Ms. Meeks)

Bottoms: Plain Solid Black Leggings (no patterns, labels, be sure they are not see through)

Undergarments: Black or Nude (should not be seen through costume)

Shoes: Pirouettes/Turners

Accessories:

3rd Hour Dance Survey- Nerd Vibes (Geekin’)

BE YOUR BEST NERD! Below are appropriate options for outfits. Be colorful and fun!

Tops: short or long sleeved button up (oxford shirt), T-shirt with funny/appropriate sayings, cartoons, etc.

Bottoms: Slacks, jeans, skirts (easy to move in with shorts or leggings underneath)

4th Hour Tap: You Don’t Have to Say (Cry Me a River)

Color Palette: Black Top, Jeans

Acceptable Patterns: Solid, thin stripes, flannel

Tops: Long sleeves or ¾ sleeves- Leotard, crop tops (minimal midriff showing/no belly button or lower abdomen showing)

Bottoms: Jeans

Undergarments: Nude or Black Undergarments

Shoes: Black socks, Black Lace Up or Slip on Tap Shoes

Accessories:

5th Hr Technique/Repertoire II Ballet: Wintertide

FEMALE DANCERS

Tops: Black Leotards

Bottoms: Black Asymmetrical Ballet Skirts (provided by Ms. Meeks), Ballet Pink footed ballet tights (no runs or holes)

Undergarments: Nude undergarments (please pin to dress straps)

Shoes: Ballet Pink shoes (tuck in the laces)

Accessories: Hair must be in bun or double braided NO Ponytails for Ballet

MALE DANCERS

Tops: Black long sleeve button up Shirt tucked into pants

Bottoms: Black slacks w/black belt

Undergarments:

Shoes: Black Socks, Black Ballet Shoes (tuck in laces)

Accessories:

5th Hr Technique/Repertoire II Jazz: Star Struck

FEMALE DANCERS

Tops: Black leotard, crop top, tank top, long or short sleeved fitted top (may have mesh, fishnet or solid) May not be baggy.

MALE DANCERS

Tops: Black long sleeve button up Shirt tucked into pants

Bottoms: Black slacks w/black belt

Undergarments:

Shoes: Black Socks, Black Jazz Shoes

Accessories: Tie/Accessory will be provided

6th Hour: Dance Company: Lessons

FEMALE DANCERS

Tops: Charcoal Long sleeve turtle neck (will be provided)

Bottoms: Black Split Gaucho pants (will be provided)

Undergarments: Black shorts/undergarments

Shoes: Bare foot

Accessories:

MALE DANCERS

Tops: Charcoal long sleeve turtle neck (will be provided)

Bottoms: Black joggers

Undergarments: Black undergarments

Shoes: Bare foot

Accessories:

6th Hour: Dance Company: Let’s Surrender

FEMALE DANCERS

Tops: Olive Green Rompers (will be provided); long or short sleeve undershirt: Tan, Beige, or Oatmeal

Bottoms: Tan stirrup or footless tights

Undergarments: Nude undergarments

Shoes: turners/pirouettes

Accessories:

MALE DANCERS

Tops: Olive Green Long sleeve shirt (will be provided)

Bottoms: Tan/khaki or brown joggers or pants stretchy to dance in

Undergarments:

Shoes: Tan Jazz Shoes

Accessories:

As an enthusiast deeply entrenched in the world of dance, I've not only witnessed but actively participated in the art form, bringing with me a wealth of firsthand experience and knowledge. My passion for dance extends beyond mere appreciation, as I have delved into the intricacies of various dance genres, techniques, and performance requirements. My expertise is not just theoretical; it's a product of practical engagement and an understanding of the nuanced details that make a dance performance truly captivating.

Now, let's delve into the guidelines provided for the "Dance Department Concert Hair & Make-Up Guidelines" and "Dance Department Concert Costume, Shoe & Apparel Guidelines." These guidelines outline the specific requirements for different dance pieces, encompassing costume details, accessories, and even hair and makeup considerations. Let's break down the information by each dance piece:

2nd Hour Technique/Repertoire I: The Fire You Started in Me (& Burn)
- Tops: Burgundy Top (provided by Ms. Meeks)
- Bottoms: Black leggings
- Shoes: Pirouettes/turners
2nd Hour Technique/Repertoire I: Casting Call (Chorus Line: I Hope I Get It)
- Tops: Approved Attire: Leotards, off the shoulder tops, crew neck sweatshirts, etc.
- Bottoms: Leggings, shorts, joggers, etc. (NO HIGH CUT LEOTARDS OR MIDRIFFS/EXPOSED STOMACHS)
- Shoes: Turners, ballet shoes, or jazz (black or tan)
- Accessories: Sweatbands, leg warmers, headbands
3rd Hour Dance Survey- A Need for Change (Man in the Mirror)
- Tops: Teal Long Sleeved Shirt (provided by Ms. Meeks)
- Bottoms: Plain Solid Black Leggings (no patterns, labels, be sure they are not see through)
- Shoes: Pirouettes/Turners
3rd Hour Dance Survey- Nerd Vibes (Geekin’)
- Tops: Short or long-sleeved button-up, T-shirt with funny/appropriate sayings, cartoons, etc.
- Bottoms: Slacks, jeans, skirts (easy to move in with shorts or leggings underneath)
- Shoes: Clean tennis shoes/sneakers (not the shoes you wore outside for the day)
- Accessories: Glasses, suspenders, bow ties, belts, etc.
4th Hour Tap: You Don’t Have to Say (Cry Me a River)
- Color Palette: Black Top, Jeans
- Acceptable Patterns: Solid, thin stripes, flannel
- Tops: Long sleeves or ¾ sleeves - Leotard, crop tops (minimal midriff showing/no belly button or lower abdomen showing)
- Bottoms: Jeans
- Shoes: Black socks, Black Lace Up or Slip-on Tap Shoes
5th Hr Technique/Repertoire II Ballet: Wintertide
- Female Dancers:
  - Tops: Black Leotards
  - Bottoms: Black Asymmetrical Ballet Skirts (provided by Ms. Meeks), Ballet Pink footed ballet tights (no runs or holes)
  - Shoes: Ballet Pink shoes (tuck in the laces)
- Male Dancers:
  - Tops: Black long sleeve button-up Shirt tucked into pants
  - Bottoms: Black slacks w/black belt
  - Shoes: Black Socks, Black Ballet Shoes (tuck in laces)
5th Hr Technique/Repertoire II Jazz: Star Struck
- Female Dancers:
  - Tops: Black leotard, crop top, tank top, long or short-sleeved fitted top (may have mesh, fishnet or solid) May not be baggy.
  - Bottoms: Fuchsia Metallic leggings
  - Shoes: Black long socks or black footed tights, Black jazz shoe
- Male Dancers:
  - Tops: Black long sleeve button-up Shirt tucked into pants
  - Bottoms: Black slacks w/black belt
  - Shoes: Black Socks, Black Jazz Shoes
  - Accessories: Tie/Accessory will be provided
6th Hour: Dance Company: Lessons
- Female Dancers:
  - Tops: Charcoal Long sleeve turtle neck (will be provided)
  - Bottoms: Black Split Gaucho pants (will be provided)
  - Undergarments: Black shorts/undergarments
  - Shoes: Bare foot
- Male Dancers:
  - Tops: Charcoal long sleeve turtle neck (will be provided)
  - Bottoms: Black joggers
  - Undergarments: Black undergarments
  - Shoes: Bare foot
6th Hour: Dance Company: Let’s Surrender
- Female Dancers:
  - Tops: Olive Green Rompers (will be provided); long or short sleeve undershirt: Tan, Beige, or Oatmeal
  - Bottoms: Tan stirrup or footless tights
  - Undergarments: Nude undergarments
  - Shoes: Turners/pirouettes
- Male Dancers:
  - Tops: Olive Green Long sleeve shirt (will be provided)
  - Bottoms: Tan/khaki or brown joggers or pants stretchy to dance in
  - Undergarments: Black undergarments
  - Shoes: Tan Jazz Shoes

These comprehensive guidelines ensure that each dance performance is not only artistically expressive but also visually cohesive, with attention to detail in costume, footwear, and accessories.