Recital 2026

From Broadway to the Mountains

Wednesday, June 17th 2026, 6:00 PM

Sun Peaks Center.

All family and friends
of the academy are welcome!

More Info

What to expect at our recital

We are excited to welcome family and friends to our annual recital! Doors will open at 5:50 PM. Please do not arrive before this time, as dancers and instructors will be using the theatre for final rehearsals and preparations. There are no tickets required—simply come in, find a seat, and enjoy the show while cheering on our amazing dancers!

Audience members are welcome to take photos and videos of their own dancer during the performance. However, please be mindful when sharing images or videos on social media, as some dancers and families prefer not to have their images posted online. We kindly ask that you obtain permission before posting content that includes other dancers.

Light refreshments will be available for purchase before the show and during intermission. We encourage you to invite grandparents, relatives, friends, and supporters of the academy to join us for this special celebration of our dancers’ hard work and achievements. To help everyone enjoy the performance, please silence cell phones during the show, remain seated during performances whenever possible, and save conversations for intermission.

Most importantly, bring your enthusiasm and be ready to clap, cheer, and celebrate our dancers as they take the stage!

Performers Recital Information

Hello Parents/Guardians,

As we get closer to the end of the year performance week, please see below for important information. It’s quite a bit, so please take your time to read it all!

NEW-DRESS REHEARSAL DATE: June 15th, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.-6pm (only youth dancers-preschoolers do not need to attend)

LOCATION: Sun Peaks Center

PERFORMANCE DATE: June 17th, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
(The doors will open to the audience at 5:50 p.m.)
LOCATION: Sun Peaks Center

June 17th Schedule:

3:00-4:00pm Set Up (helpers needed!)
4:00pm Youth Dancers Arrive
4:15pm Dress Rehearsal
5:00pm Youth Dancers pot luck

5:30pm Preschool Class arrives & rehearses
5:30pm Youth Dancers get dressed into 1st costume
5:50pm Doors open to audience
6:00pm Performance starts
7:00pm End
7:00pm - 8:00pm Clean up (helpers needed)

Potluck

If every parent in each group could coordinate together what they are contributing, it won’t be too much of an effort. (Please keep in mind this is for around 35 dancers, and these are just suggested easy to eat items we do not need 35 servings of each of these!!!)

Rising Stars
Snacks:
◦ Crackers
◦ Chips
◦ Dried fruit
◦ Nuts

Shooting Stars + Junior Ballet
Fruit:
◦ Strawberries
◦ Blueberries
◦ Apple Slices
◦ Grapes

Shining Stars
Veggies:
◦ Cucumber
◦ Celery
◦ Carrots
◦ Tomatoes
◦ Peppers
◦ Sugar snap Peas

Super Stars
Finger Entrees:
◦ Ham & cheese pinwheels/veggie wraps
◦ Mini cheese quesadilla
◦ Pizza bites (mix of pepperoni & cheese)
◦ Mac & cheese bites

Drinks/plates/napkins will be provided by Miss Karen (Water/juice boxes

FAQ:

When?

Wednesday June 17th 2026

What time do I arrive?

4:00pm-Youth Dancers
- (to be dressed into 1st costume, & ready to dance at 4:15pm!)
5:30pm-Preschool Dancers
5:50pm-Doors open to family and friends
- *IMPORTANT * parents please do not enter whist we are rehearsing

Where do I go?

Sun Peaks Center, 3200 Village Way

* Please drop your dancer at Sun Peaks Centre at the arena side of the building. Do not leave your child until they are signed in and with their class chaperone.*

What should I wear?

Please come dressed in your first costume.
If you’re borrowing from the SPAD Wardrobe, your costume or prop will be waiting for you on the costume collection table. Please remember to return it to that table at the end of the show.

How do I do my Hair?

Just like always, please keep your hair neat in a bun (unless your teacher has given you a different instruction). You can use pins and a hair net (a donut or bun maker is an option, especially if your hair is short). Make sure all your hair styles are free of stray hairs. Use hairspray or gel to keep your hair tidy and out of your face.
See links for a reminder of how to do a ballet bun.
- LINK: With Donut
- LINK: Without Donut

Makeup (optional)

As our dance academy ages, I imagine some dancers might enjoy wearing stage makeup. Here’s what’s allowed:
- Neutral eyeshadow (brown, tan or whites) to highlight your eyes
- Black eyeliner
- Black mascara
- Pink blush to highlight your cheekbones
- Red lipstick or clear gloss
Please take a look at this great article and watch this video for guidance (no foundation or eyelashes are required as we do not have strong stage lights).
- LINK: Recital Hair & Make Up

What shall I bring?

Costumes (if bringing from home)
Extra Hair supplies
Water Bottle
Ballet/Jazz/Hip Hop Shoes (clean)
Dance Tights Pink/Tan (clean-no holes!)
Uniform Bodysuit
Uniform Skirt/Black Shorts
Pot Luck Snack

Constumes

Volunteers

Thank you to our costume team for volunteering and all their time & hard work in organizing/making the costumes! Also, a huge thank you to all the parents and friends who’ve signed up to volunteer! We’re still on the lookout for a couple more helpers for the day—if you haven’t already, please add your name, number and email to the volunteer sign-up below.