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Rehearsal / Performance information
Parent Information
Rehearsal Requirements
All dancers are permitted one excused rehearsal absence out of the scheduled rehearsals. If you are needing an excused absence it must be submitted by email with a two week advance notice.
All dancers are required to attend the In- Studio Dress Rehearsal and the Tech / Dress Rehearsal at the theatre to participate in the performance. Participants are urged to strive for perfect attendance and zero tardiness to rehearsals. Participants who miss rehearsals or are frequently tardy are subject to being recast or replaced, at the discretion of the Director. This includes rehearsals missed due to schedule conflicts, emergencies, illness and injury. Please keep in mind tuition, performance and costume fees are non refundable.
Absences Prior to Performance or withdrawal from Performance "Students are required to attend all classes four weeks prior to a performance, or they will not be allowed to perform. Additionally, in order to perform, all students must attend all mandatory rehearsals as detailed for each performance. Should you decide your child will not perform, please inform your teacher via email at least four weeks from the performance. Performance and costume fees are not refundable. This policy is in place to ensure a quality performance and fairness to all students. Choreography and staging are based on a consistent group of performers".
Roles in Performances
Dancers in Levels 1-2B typically have one piece of choreography in the Spring Showcase. Levels 1 --2B do not participate in the more advanced and mature ballets that are not age-appropriate for children. All roles for all levels 1-6 are cast according to class and technical ability. The Director, not the teachers, makes all casting decisions. Our Conservatory is staffed with seasoned professionals both onstage and in directing who carefully consider many aspects when casting dancers. Please do not send emails inquiring about role assignments. Classical ballet teaches patience, perseverance, grace, and good sportsmanship, which helps dancers prepare for life beyond the Conservatory.
Parent participation for " The Nutcracker" and "Spring Showcase"
Parents with children in Levels 1 through 2C are required to volunteer to help with each performance OR pay an opt-out fee of $100 per session.
Rehearsal/Performance Fee – These fees cover the costs associated with rehearsals scheduled outside of the regular class schedule. These weekend rehearsals are posted here on the Rehearsal/Performance page. Additional rehearsals allow students and teachers to focus solely on choreography, spacing, and production details in preparation for the performance.
The performance fee helps cover expenses related to putting on a professional-quality production, including theater rental, lighting and sound technicians, costuming, backstage staff, props, sets, and production support. The Rehearsal/Performance Fee is automatically added to tuition when enrolling online.
Rehearsal Dates
Level 1
Levels 1A, 1B, 1C
Levels 1A, 1B, 1C
Rehearsals- In Class
Rehearsal will occur during the last 15 minutes of class; the dates are below. Please mark these dates in your calendar as required.
Dancers in Level 1 have an in-studio " Nutcracker performance at MCD.
This level performs onstage in the annual Spring Showcase!
Levels 1A, 1B, 1C
Levels 1A, 1B, 1C
Levels 1A, 1B, 1C
Rehearsal will take place during the last 15 minutes of class and on the dates below. Please mark these dates in your calendar, as all of them are required.
Mandatory Saturday Rehearsals Dates / Times
Exact rehearsal times will be emailed in advance.
October
October 3
October 10
October 17
October 24
No rehearsal on October 31 (Halloween).
November
November 7
November 14
November 21
No rehearsal on November 28 (Thanksgiving Break).
December
December 5
Performance / Costume fee included in tuition.
(Costumes for " Nutcracker" belong to MCD; they are rentals. They do not take home these costumes after the performance. )
Dancers are in all three performances.
The Nutcracker
Dress /Tech at the Theatre - Saturday, December 12th Performance Date- Saturday, December 12th at 5pm
Performance Date - Sunday, December 13th, 1pm and 5 pm
Level 2A
Levels 1A, 1B, 1C
Level 2A
Rehearsal will take place during the last 15 minutes of class and on the dates below. Please mark these dates in your calendar, as all of them are required.
Mandatory Saturday Rehearsal Dates / Times
Exact rehearsal times will be emailed in advance.
October
October 3
October 10
October 17
October 24
No rehearsal on October 31 (Halloween).
November
November 7
November 14
November 21
No rehearsal on November 28 (Thanksgiving Break).
December
December 5
Performance / Costume fee included in tuition.
(Costumes for " Nutcracker" belong to MCD; they are rentals. They do not take home these costumes after the performance. )
Dancers are in all three performances.
The Nutcracker
Dress /Tech at the Theatre - Saturday, December 12th Performance Date- Saturday, December 12th at 5pm
Performance Date - Sunday, December 13th, 1pm and 5 pm
Level 2B
Level 2B
Level 2A
Rehearsal will take place during the last 15 minutes of class and on the dates below. Please mark these dates in your calendar, as all of them are required.
Mandatory Saturday Rehearsal Dates / Times
Exact rehearsal times will be emailed in advance.
October
October 3
October 10
October 17
October 24
No rehearsal on October 31 (Halloween).
November
November 7
November 14
November 21
No rehearsal on November 28 (Thanksgiving Break).
December
December 5
Performance / Costume fee included in tuition.
(Costumes for " Nutcracker" belong to MCD; they are rentals. They do not take home these costumes after the performance. )
Dancers are in all three performances.
(Costumes for the" Nutcracker" belong to MCD; they are rentals. They do not take home these costumes after the performance. )
The Nutcracker
Dress /Tech at the Theatre - Saturday, December 12th Performance Date- Saturday, December 12th at 5pm
Performance Date - Sunday, December 13th, 1pm and 5 pm
Level 3A
Level 2B
Level 3A
Rehearsal will take place during the last 15 minutes of class and on the dates below. Please mark these dates in your calendar, as all of them are required.
Mandatory Saturday Rehearsal Dates / Times
Exact rehearsal times will be emailed in advance.
October
October 3
October 10
October 17
October 24
No rehearsal on October 31 (Halloween).
November
November 7
November 14
November 21
No rehearsal on November 28 (Thanksgiving Break).
December
December 5
Performance / Costume fee included in tuition.
(Costumes for " Nutcracker" belong to MCD; they are rentals. They do not take home these costumes after the performance. )
Dancers are in all three performances.
(Costumes for the" Nutcracker" belong to MCD; they are rentals. They do not take home these costumes after the performance. )
The Nutcracker
Dress /Tech at the Theatre - Saturday, December 12th Performance Date- Saturday, December 12th at 5pm
Performance Date - Sunday, December 13th, 1pm and 5 pm
Level 3B
Level 2B
Level 3A
Rehearsal will take place during the last 15 minutes of class and on the dates below. Please mark these dates in your calendar, as all of them are required.
Mandatory Saturday Rehearsal Dates / Times
Exact rehearsal times will be emailed in advance.
October
October 3
October 10
October 17
October 24
No rehearsal on October 31 (Halloween).
November
November 7
November 14
November 21
No rehearsal on November 28 (Thanksgiving Break).
December
December 5
Performance / Costume fee included in tuition.
(Costumes for " Nutcracker" belong to MCD; they are rentals. They do not take home these costumes after the performance. )
Dancers are in all three performances.
(Costumes for the" Nutcracker" belong to MCD; they are rentals. They do not take home these costumes after the performance. )
The Nutcracker
Dress /Tech at the Theatre - Saturday, December 12th Performance Date- Saturday, December 12th at 5pm
Performance Date - Sunday, December 13th, 1pm and 5 pm
Level 4A
Level 4A
Level 4A
Rehearsal will take place during the last 15 minutes of class and on the dates below. Please mark these dates in your calendar, as all of them are required.
Mandatory Saturday Rehearsal Dates / Times
Exact rehearsal times will be emailed in advance.
October
October 3
October 10
October 17
October 24
No rehearsal on October 31 (Halloween).
November
November 7
November 14
November 21
No rehearsal on November 28 (Thanksgiving Break).
December
December 5
Performance / Costume fee included in tuition.
(Costumes for " Nutcracker" belong to MCD; they are rentals. They do not take home these costumes after the performance. )
Dancers are in all three performances.
The Nutcracker
Dress /Tech at the Theatre - Saturday, December 12th Performance Date- Saturday, December 12th at 5pm
Performance Date - Sunday, December 13th, 1pm and 5 pm
Level 5/6
** Mandatory Saturday Rehearsal Schedule
Nutcracker Rehearsal Schedule
Saturdays | 12:00–5:30 PM
Exact rehearsal times will be emailed in advance.
September
September 19
October
October 3
October 10
October 17
October 24
No rehearsal on October 31 (Halloween).
November
November 7
November 14
November 21
No rehearsal on November 28 (Thanksgiving Break).
December
December 5
The Nutcracker
Dress /Tech at the Theatre - Saturday, December 12th
Performance Date- Saturday, December 12th at 5pm
Performance Date - Sunday, December 13th, 1pm and 5 pm
Performance / Costume fee included in tuition.
(Costumes for " Nutcracker" belong to MCD; they are rentals. They do not take home these costumes after the performance. )
Dancers are in all three performances.
Dancers are cast in different roles per performance; please check with your dancer for roles.
Hair Tutorial Videos
Levels 1A-3
Levels 1A-3
Levels 1A-3
Please follow the link below for the makeup tutorial.
Stage Make-up Tutorial Videos
Levels 1A-3
Levels 1A-3
Levels 1A-3
Please follow the link below for the makeup tutorial.
Theatre Information
Performance Venue / Location
Novato High School Performing Arts Center
625 Arthur St
Novato, Ca. 94947
Performance Time and Date-
General Seating is available
Tickets are on sale one month before show!
Dress Rehearsal / Performance Info
Novato High School Performing Arts Center
625 Arthur St
Novato, Ca. 94947
Dress Rehearsal Time and Date-
Saturday 5/30
Drop off /Call time and Pick up/Finish Times for Dress Rehearsal -
To be emailed
Drop off /Call time Pick up/Finish Times for the day of show
Level 1A, 1B, 1C, 2A, 2B
Drop off /Call time Pick up/Finish Times
Drop off/ Call Time - TBA via email
Pick up/ Finish Time - After the 5pm performance on the day of the show, estimated time is between 7:00-7:30 pm
2C, 3 Call time and finish time - TBA
Drop off /Call time Pick up/Finish Times -
Drop off/ Call Time - TBA
Pick up/ Finish Time - After the 5pm performance on the day of the show, estimated time is between 7:00 - 7:30pm
Levels 4-6 Call time and finish time -
Drop off /Call time Pick up/Finish Times -
Drop off/ Call Time - TBA
Pick up/ Finish Time - After the 5pm performance on the day of the show, estimated time is between 7:00- 7:30 pm
All Dancers MUST be present at Dress Rehearsal at the theatre in order to participate in the performance!
"Spring Showcase & Sleeping Beauty "
Performance Date- Saturday, May 30th @ 5pm
Performance Date - Sunday, May 31st @ 1pm and 5pm