WELCOME TO RECITAL 2024
Saturday, May 18th
Show A: 10:00am
Show B: 1:30pm
This year’s theme is ‘Be The Light!’
Everything You Need To Know About Recital
May 18th
2024
Life Austin Mueller
The 2024 Recital App
PROSODY BACKSTAGE PORTAL INSTRUCTIONS
If you are searching for the app, select:
Prosody Backstage Portal (Choose the Blue/Teal icon, not the Black icon)
- Once the app is downloaded go to the very bottom where it says: SIGNUP
- Type in your first name (parents name or senior dancer name
- Type in your last name (parent name or senior dancer name)
- Enter parent’s email address
- Create a password
- Click the ‘Opt in Auth’ button
- Click SIGNUP
- It will then ask for your Participating performer’s name: you can type in more than one child in this box.
Company Code is: BDSTDS
Balance Dance Studios will get a notification to approve you into the app.
Just swipe your app away and we will approve your account.
Once you are in the App here are some helpful tips:
- Click “Performers” to see your child(s) name. Click on student name. Scroll to the bottom to see which dances they are in.
- Click on the “Dance” to see their costume, video of any choreography to practice, etc
- Click on “Events” to see all the performances. Here you will be able to see the show order and any other helpful information
- Click on “Calendar” to see important dates and reminders. These reminders will have important information and communication details.
If you have any issues or problems please email tatiana@balancedancestudios.com for tech support.
We hope this will be a great resource for our parents!
Venue
LIFE AUSTIN MUELLER
1504 E 51st St, Austin, TX 78723
Google Map
Parking
Parking for recital is between LifeAustin Mueller and the EXXON station on E. 51st Street. The entrance to the venue is facing the street. Look for the balloons on recital day!
In an effort to ensure you and your family are fully prepared for recital, use the following checklist as a guideline:
Make sure your dancer has the appropriate dance shoes for their dance(s):
– Black Tap Shoes
– Pink Ballet Slippers for Girls, Black for Boys
– Tan Jazz Shoes for all other classes
unless otherwise specified
– Sneakers for Hip Hop
Label ALL elements of your dancer’s costumes and account for any accessories that go with the costume. Most costumes and their accessories have tags on the inside that are perfect for this. Hair pieces tend to have a clip you can mark with your dancer’s initials.
Make sure your dancer has the appropriate tights (for girls) or socks (for boys) for their dances.
– Pink dance tights for ballet dances (please purchase from studio)
– Tan dance tights for all other classes unless otherwise specified
– Ensure boy’s socks match the color of the shoe/pants
If your dancer has more than one costume, please make sure they are placed on a hanger and labeled clearly (Dancer’s Name & Class).
Make sure dancers check in wearing the first costume they need, and carrying subsequent costumes neatly on a hanger.
HAIR & MAKE-UP
Hair and Makeup instructions are labeled on your recital costume sheets. Please ensure dancer’s hair is done prior to arriving at the venue. If there is no specification by teacher, a general rule of thumb is:
– Combo Dancers: Half up and half down with curls (optional)
– All other dancers: High centered bun
– Boys: Gelled and styled hair
CALL TIMES
Call time means dancers are dressed in the first costume with hair and makeup completely done. Please respect the times listed. Checking in too early means volunteers and staff might not be ready to receive dancers and will result in you having to wait until the appropriate time.
Please note: Dress Rehearsal is closed to the public. This means no spectator is allowed into the auditorium until Recital Day.
Photography
Professional pictures will be taken during dress rehearsal. Please make sure your dancer comes in full costume and makeup to dress rehearsal.
Spirit photos is proud to be the photography team capturing all dancer’s at this year’s recital. Parents will be able to access your photos in an online gallery after the event.
We encourage parents to pre-register online to get notified when photos will be available for viewing.
Parents: please go to www.alamophoto.gotphoto.com and enter the password: BalancedStudios
After entering the code, you will be asked to register your information.
We can’t wait to see you at the recital
Videography
Videography
Professional video will be taken on recital day and distributed to all families approximately 3-4 weeks after the event.
LINK TO PRE-ORDER VIDEO WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL APPROXIMATELY 3-6 WEEKS AFTER SHOW DATE.
When you arrive at Life Austin Mueller, follow the signs to the check in table, check your dancer in, and they will be escorted by our volunteers to the appropriate destination backstage.
There are no non-volunteer parents allowed backstage at any point before, during or after the show. This is to ensure the safety of all the dancers while they are waiting to perform.
If you are a volunteer, you will check in for your designated time, and head back to begin your assigned tasks. If you are not a volunteer, please do not attempt to go past the check-in, as it causes distraction from the tasks that need to be carried out by our staff and parent volunteers, thus resulting in stress and timing issues. (This includes the areas past the check in table and in the dressing rooms or stage). All dancers will remain backstage for the entire length of the show.
Dress Rehearsal is closed to the public. This means, no spectator is allowed into the auditorium until Recital Day.
Recital Program Ads
Order a 2024 Program Ad for your business or dancer!
Trophies
Pre-order your dancer’s complimentary trophy! Pick up on recital day!
Gifts & Flowers
Pre-Order your dancer’s recital flowers and/or bear!