What should my dancer wear to class?
-The only classes with a true dress code are our classical ballet classes (black leotard and pink tights, hair in bun) and team/company classes. For every other class, we ask that the dancers wear something they can move freely in and keep their hair secured out of their face.
What shoes will my dancer need?
-Ages 3-8 need pink ballet shoes and black patent leather tap shoes. Ages 9 and up need pink ballet shoes, black jazz shoes, and black tap shoes. These are purchased by the parents.
Where do I purchase dance shoes?
-If you need to try on shoes for sizing purposes, we suggest trying them on at Carolina Dancewear or Academy Sports. To order online visit https://www.discountdance.com/search/teacherid:25559?tp=25559
How long does the dance season last?
-Our fall season begins in September and ends in May.
-Our summer session is 6 weeks long beginning in June (no classes the week of July 4th). We also offer camps and intensives in the summer.
My dancer had to miss class, can we make it up?
-Yes, any class can be made up any time, for any reason by coming to any class of the same age group.
Will there be a show at the end?
-Yes! We hold an end of the year recital in May at the Carolina Theater in downtown Greensboro to celebrate the dancers hard work in the fall session. We strive to put on an amazing show that makes your dancer feel like a star!
Will my child receive a trophy?
-Yes! Every dancer that performs in our recital will receive a trophy during class, the week after recital. Each year that your child dances the trophy grows bigger! We have some graduating seniors with some seriously large trophies!
How will the costumes work for recital?
-The teachers and staff will measure and order the costumes for each child. Your dancer will receive a costume for each genre of dance they participate in. Costumes will be handed out after Spring Break.
How do I pay for the costumes?
-Costume fees are added to accounts in October so you can pay towards them throughout the dance season. Costume and recital fees must be fully paid by March 1st.
What is the recital fee?
-We charge a one time recital fee of $75 for each student to cover the costs of the show. This way, you do not have to buy or sell tickets.
Who can come to the recital?
-Everyone! Invite as many people as you like without having to buy or sell tickets.
How many dances will my child do in the recital?
-Each class will perform a routine for each style of dance they learn in class. For example, if your child takes a ballet, jazz, and tap combination class, they will perform three dances- one ballet dance, one jazz dance, and one tap dance in the recital.
When is my child's recital?
-You can find your dancer's recital time by visiting the page titled "Recital Schedule" under the Parents tab above.
Will the acrobatics class perform in the recital?
-No, this class does not perform in the recital
Are tights required for the recital?
- Yes, we ask that all dancers wear dance tights in the recital. Speak with your dancer's teacher about which tights will be needed for each costume. Common types are pink, skin tone, and black tights. Please make sure undergarments are not visible.
Where do I purchase tights?
- Order them online here: https://www.discountdance.com/search/teacherid:25559?tp=25559.
Or in store at Carolina Dancewear in Greensboro. Parents purchase the tights for each dancer.
How should my child's hair be styled in the recital?
- Unless you child's teacher says otherwise, your dancer's hair should be styled out of their face in a style of your choosing. Many dancers love wearing special styles for their big day at recital!
Will my child wear makeup in the recital?
- We leave that up to the parent's discretion. The only students asked to wear makeup are the competitive students.
My child is interested in more than one class, how much would my tuition be?
- Students are always welcome to try any class for free! If you decide to register for more than one class, our tuition is charged based on how much instruction time your dancer receives. This means your child can take another class for only a few more dollars per month! To view our tuition visit the "TUITION" page under the Studio tab above : http://www.onstageschoolofdance.com/tuition.html
What is the difference in ballet and classical ballet?
- Classical ballet is considered a more serious ballet. These students must wear a black leotard and pink tights and keep their hair in a bun for each class. Younger students interested in classical ballet should sign up for the Thursday 5:00 classical ballet class. For higher level classes our staff will level and place each dancer accordingly. These classical ballet classes are required to perform in our ballet production in ALL 6 recitals in May.
Are there any performance opportunities that aren't competitions?
- Yes! We put together an awesome show each winter that is open to all students age 5 and up. Participation in this show requires an audition as well as attending separate rehearsals typically beginning in the summer. Past performances include "Mixed Nuts" and "Grinchmas". Other opportunities for performances include dancing in the High Point or Jamestown Christmas Parade and joining our Liturgical dance class that performs throughout the year. Do you have a performance opportunity for us? We are always excited to dance for our community!
How do I access my account?
- Register your dancer with us by making a free account through Dance Studio Pro here: https://dancestudio-pro.com/online/index.php?account_id=5037 . This is your Parent Portal. Once you have created your log in, you will have access to view and sign up for our available classes as well as make payments. There is also a free app to make accessing your account even easier.
How do I pay for tuition?
- You can pay through your parent portal or by visiting us in the office. Automatic draft is an option as well.
Do you offer any discounts?
- Yes, we offer a sibling discount as well as a full year discount for paying the full year up front. We also offer a discount for registering early for our Summer classes.
What are the competition teams?
- For dancers in 5th grade and higher, we offer an amazing team experience. These dancers rehearse twice a week and are required to take a classical ballet class. Teams are broken up by age and attend two dance competitions each year. Teacher recommendation is required to join our competition teams and team members must take our leaps and turns or classical ballet summer class. Team dancers will perform in ALL 6 of our recitals in May.
What is Elite team?
- Elite team is considered our highest level of team and dancers must audition and have a teacher recommendation to be considered.
What is Company at On Stage?
- For the team dancer who wants to be involved even more! Company dancers must be on our competition teams and are required to take extra technique classes. Company dancers are committed to attending all classes and showing exemplary behavior. Company dancers are required to attend four competitions each season as well as nationals over the summer. Company dancers perform in ALL 6 of our recitals in May. Audition required over the summer.
What is the Production?
- At the beginning of each recital, our teams perform a routine all together that is a bit longer than the typical dance. This is always a fun routine that kicks off our show and brings the recital to life! Team members always enjoy being a part of our production.
Don't see your question answered here? We would love to help! Please send us an email to [email protected].
-The only classes with a true dress code are our classical ballet classes (black leotard and pink tights, hair in bun) and team/company classes. For every other class, we ask that the dancers wear something they can move freely in and keep their hair secured out of their face.
What shoes will my dancer need?
-Ages 3-8 need pink ballet shoes and black patent leather tap shoes. Ages 9 and up need pink ballet shoes, black jazz shoes, and black tap shoes. These are purchased by the parents.
Where do I purchase dance shoes?
-If you need to try on shoes for sizing purposes, we suggest trying them on at Carolina Dancewear or Academy Sports. To order online visit https://www.discountdance.com/search/teacherid:25559?tp=25559
How long does the dance season last?
-Our fall season begins in September and ends in May.
-Our summer session is 6 weeks long beginning in June (no classes the week of July 4th). We also offer camps and intensives in the summer.
My dancer had to miss class, can we make it up?
-Yes, any class can be made up any time, for any reason by coming to any class of the same age group.
Will there be a show at the end?
-Yes! We hold an end of the year recital in May at the Carolina Theater in downtown Greensboro to celebrate the dancers hard work in the fall session. We strive to put on an amazing show that makes your dancer feel like a star!
Will my child receive a trophy?
-Yes! Every dancer that performs in our recital will receive a trophy during class, the week after recital. Each year that your child dances the trophy grows bigger! We have some graduating seniors with some seriously large trophies!
How will the costumes work for recital?
-The teachers and staff will measure and order the costumes for each child. Your dancer will receive a costume for each genre of dance they participate in. Costumes will be handed out after Spring Break.
How do I pay for the costumes?
-Costume fees are added to accounts in October so you can pay towards them throughout the dance season. Costume and recital fees must be fully paid by March 1st.
What is the recital fee?
-We charge a one time recital fee of $75 for each student to cover the costs of the show. This way, you do not have to buy or sell tickets.
Who can come to the recital?
-Everyone! Invite as many people as you like without having to buy or sell tickets.
How many dances will my child do in the recital?
-Each class will perform a routine for each style of dance they learn in class. For example, if your child takes a ballet, jazz, and tap combination class, they will perform three dances- one ballet dance, one jazz dance, and one tap dance in the recital.
When is my child's recital?
-You can find your dancer's recital time by visiting the page titled "Recital Schedule" under the Parents tab above.
Will the acrobatics class perform in the recital?
-No, this class does not perform in the recital
Are tights required for the recital?
- Yes, we ask that all dancers wear dance tights in the recital. Speak with your dancer's teacher about which tights will be needed for each costume. Common types are pink, skin tone, and black tights. Please make sure undergarments are not visible.
Where do I purchase tights?
- Order them online here: https://www.discountdance.com/search/teacherid:25559?tp=25559.
Or in store at Carolina Dancewear in Greensboro. Parents purchase the tights for each dancer.
How should my child's hair be styled in the recital?
- Unless you child's teacher says otherwise, your dancer's hair should be styled out of their face in a style of your choosing. Many dancers love wearing special styles for their big day at recital!
Will my child wear makeup in the recital?
- We leave that up to the parent's discretion. The only students asked to wear makeup are the competitive students.
My child is interested in more than one class, how much would my tuition be?
- Students are always welcome to try any class for free! If you decide to register for more than one class, our tuition is charged based on how much instruction time your dancer receives. This means your child can take another class for only a few more dollars per month! To view our tuition visit the "TUITION" page under the Studio tab above : http://www.onstageschoolofdance.com/tuition.html
What is the difference in ballet and classical ballet?
- Classical ballet is considered a more serious ballet. These students must wear a black leotard and pink tights and keep their hair in a bun for each class. Younger students interested in classical ballet should sign up for the Thursday 5:00 classical ballet class. For higher level classes our staff will level and place each dancer accordingly. These classical ballet classes are required to perform in our ballet production in ALL 6 recitals in May.
Are there any performance opportunities that aren't competitions?
- Yes! We put together an awesome show each winter that is open to all students age 5 and up. Participation in this show requires an audition as well as attending separate rehearsals typically beginning in the summer. Past performances include "Mixed Nuts" and "Grinchmas". Other opportunities for performances include dancing in the High Point or Jamestown Christmas Parade and joining our Liturgical dance class that performs throughout the year. Do you have a performance opportunity for us? We are always excited to dance for our community!
How do I access my account?
- Register your dancer with us by making a free account through Dance Studio Pro here: https://dancestudio-pro.com/online/index.php?account_id=5037 . This is your Parent Portal. Once you have created your log in, you will have access to view and sign up for our available classes as well as make payments. There is also a free app to make accessing your account even easier.
How do I pay for tuition?
- You can pay through your parent portal or by visiting us in the office. Automatic draft is an option as well.
Do you offer any discounts?
- Yes, we offer a sibling discount as well as a full year discount for paying the full year up front. We also offer a discount for registering early for our Summer classes.
What are the competition teams?
- For dancers in 5th grade and higher, we offer an amazing team experience. These dancers rehearse twice a week and are required to take a classical ballet class. Teams are broken up by age and attend two dance competitions each year. Teacher recommendation is required to join our competition teams and team members must take our leaps and turns or classical ballet summer class. Team dancers will perform in ALL 6 of our recitals in May.
What is Elite team?
- Elite team is considered our highest level of team and dancers must audition and have a teacher recommendation to be considered.
What is Company at On Stage?
- For the team dancer who wants to be involved even more! Company dancers must be on our competition teams and are required to take extra technique classes. Company dancers are committed to attending all classes and showing exemplary behavior. Company dancers are required to attend four competitions each season as well as nationals over the summer. Company dancers perform in ALL 6 of our recitals in May. Audition required over the summer.
What is the Production?
- At the beginning of each recital, our teams perform a routine all together that is a bit longer than the typical dance. This is always a fun routine that kicks off our show and brings the recital to life! Team members always enjoy being a part of our production.
Don't see your question answered here? We would love to help! Please send us an email to [email protected].