WHAT DAY IS THE DANCE CONCERT?

Our 14th Annual Dance Concert Series “The Journey” will be held on Friday June 20 and Saturday June 21, 2025 at the Fred Kavli Theatre in the Bank of America Performing Arts Center formally known as the ‘Civic Arts Plaza’.  The Dance Concert series includes three unique shows. Show 1 is performed on Friday evening and Show 2 and Show 3 are performed on Saturday.

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WHAT SHOW IS MY DANCER IN?

Dancers are assigned a show based on age and level. Find the category that best fits your dancer and that will be their show. If you have any questions about what show your dancer is in please reach out to us.

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WHAT TIME SHOULD MY DANCER ARRIVE?

“Call Time” is the time that dancers need to arrive to the theater on the day of the Dance Concert. Dancers should arrive in their first costume with hair and make up complete, ready to take the stage. Dancers must arrive early to get situated in their dressing rooms, prepare their costumes and to stretch and prepare their bodies for their performance. All performers will attend an on stage meeting shortly after their Call Time. Dancer call times for each show are listed below. Please mark your dancer's Call Time on your calendar.

• Show 1 Call Time: Friday June 20 @ 4:30PM

• Show 2 Call Time: Saturday June 21 @ 8:45AM

• Show 3 Call Time: Saturday June 21 @ 3:00PM

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR SHOW 2 TINY STAR DANCERS (Ages 2-3) & THEIR CHAPERONES

• Chaperone Requirement: Each Tiny Star dancer must be accompanied by an adult chaperone of the same gender. This ensures that the chaperone can access the appropriate dressing room facilities with their dancer.

• Performance Schedule: Tiny Star dancers will perform during Act 1 of the concert. After their performance, both the dancer and their chaperone are invited to join the audience to enjoy Act 2.

• Ticket Information: Both the Tiny Star dancer and their chaperone are granted complimentary admission to the show and do not need to purchase tickets. These tickets will be given directly to the chaperone after the dancer performs and they will be escorted to the audience.

We look forward to celebrating the talents of our youngest performers and appreciate the support of their chaperones in making this event a success.

 

HOW DO I PURCHASE TICKETS?

Tickets will go on sale Saturday April 12th. You can purchase them at Bank of America Performing Arts Center Box Office or from home on Ticketmaster.com. Tickets are $39 for Standard seating and $49 for Premium seating. Keep in mind that all 3 shows are different so be sure to know if your dancer is in Show 1, 2, or 3 before purchasing your tickets. The box office charges a $4 box office fee per ticket and Ticketmaster charges an $8 fee per ticket. Tickets are reserved seating so purchase your tickets early! Everyone entering the facility needs a ticket. Children 2 years old and under are permitted to sit on your lap however you need to obtain a complimentary ticket from the box office.

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BOX OFFICE HOURS

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00AM - 5:00PM

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BOX OFFICE PHONE NUMBER

(805) 449-2787

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HOW LONG IS THE SHOW?

The length of the show can vary based on several factors, including the number of performances and the flow of the event. While we aim to keep our shows engaging and running smoothly with minimal downtime, unexpected delays can occasionally occur, especially when working with young dancers. Since it’s a live performance, the exact duration isn’t known until the day of the show, but we generally provide a slightly overestimated time frame to account for any adjustments.

 

Show 1 is anticipated to be 3 hours.

Show 2 is anticipated to be 2 hours.

Show 3 is anticipated to be 3 hours.

 

DOES MY DANCER HAVE TO STAY UNTIL THE END OF THE SHOW?

Yes. At the end of each show, all of our dancers take the stage for the Curtain Call and their final bows. This special moment allows them to come together one last time, celebrating their hard work and dedication throughout the year. During the Curtain Call, we also announce our end-of-the-year Thrive awards and scholarships, which are open to all students. It’s a memorable and exciting way to wrap up the performance!

*The only exception to this is our Tiny Star dancers (ages 2-3) who do not return to the stage after their performance.

 

WHERE DO I DROP OFF?

On the day of the Dance Concert, parents will park in the main parking structure at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center and walk their dancers past the fountain area to our check-in tables.

For the safety of our dancers, the backstage area is closed to the public. Parents will not be allowed backstage or in the dressing room areas; however, our faculty, staff, teachers, and assistant teachers will be there to escort dancers to their dressing rooms and ensure they are well cared for. The only exception to this is for our Tiny Star dancers (ages 2-3), who have to have one designated chaperone of the same gender accompany them backstage.

 

WHERE DO I PICK UP?

Immediately after each dance concert ends, parents will return to the check in table area to receive their dancers. Please send only 1 parent to the pick up area.

 

CAN I GO BACKSTAGE TO CHECK ON MY DANCER?

For safety reasons our backstage is closed to the public. Parents cannot go from the audience to the backstage area or vice versa at anytime. For security reasons no one will be allowed to enter the backstage area during or after the show. In case of an emergency, someone will be at the check in table at all times and communicating with our backstage staff.

 

CAN DANCERS GO INTO THE AUDIENCE/LOBBY?

To ensure their safety and uphold theater etiquette and professionalism, dancers must remain backstage in their dressing rooms for the duration of the performance and intermissions. They are not permitted to enter the audience or lobby until after the Curtain Call. The only exception to this is our Tiny Star dancers (ages 2-3) and their designated chaperone.

 

WHERE DO I PARK?

On the day of performances, the Bank Of America Performing Arts Center charges a parking fee for each vehicle. No cars will be allowed to park in any other parking lot. Any cars without the proper permits in other lots will be immediately towed.

 

COSTUMES

Costumes will arrive over the next several months. You will receive an email once your dancer's class costumes have been sent home. Please make sure that all costumes are in good condition, fit properly and have all of the necessary pieces when you take them home. This must be done PRIOR to photo days and the dance concert. You have 24 hours once you have received the costume to let us know if you foresee any issues with your costume. After the 24 hour deadline any potential issues are the responsibility of the parent. After receiving costumes, any issues that might occur are at the expense of the parent. Do not wear, wash or iron costumes prior to the performance to prevent damage. For details on hair, accessories, hemming etc. please see the costume book located at the front desk or in your Thrive Customer Portal.

 

HAIR

The hairstyle for all classes will be either a low Bun or a low Ponytail with a center part. Please see the Costume Book at the front desk to see what hairstyle your teacher has chosen. Buns and Ponytails should be parted in the center, slicked back with gel and no wisps. Dancers should bring extra hair supplies with them to the performance (hair ties, bobby pins, gel, brush). For more information on how to do a bun please see the HAIR TUTORIAL link.

 

MAKE UP

All dancers should wear make up for their Show. Make up allows the dancers expressions to be seen under the bright stage lights. Our youngest dancers ages 2-6 should wear eye shadow, mascara, red lipstick & pink blush (eyeliner is optional). Our older dancers ages 7+ should wear full stage make up: foundation, powder, eyeliner, eyeshadow, mascara, blush, red lipstick. Dancers should bring their own make up to the performance for touch ups. Please check out the Make Up Tutorial link or stop by the front desk and check the Costume Book.

 

DRESSING ROOM ASSIGNMENTS

Dressing rooms will be assigned to all dancers. Keep in mind students are assigned by age, not necessarily by classes. Some classes have a variety of ages therefore all dancers in any given class may not be rooming together. Also, if you have siblings that are in separate rooms that would like to be together, please let us know. Do keep in mind however that sometimes the siblings would prefer to be with their age group rather than with their sibling.  Listed below are things each of the dancers can bring with them to make this experience more comfortable. Make certain that each item is labeled with your dancers name:

1. A rolling suitcase or large bag to carry belongings

2. A cover up to wear over costumes while waiting to perform (Most dancers wear their Dance Concert shirt!)

3. A towel or small blanket to sit on

4. Quiet toys, books, ipads, video games, board games etc.

5. Lunch/snacks/water

6. Wet Ones 

7. Make-Up

8. Brush, comb, hair supplies

9. Mirror

10. Extra Bobby Pins/Safety Pins

11. Gel, Hair Spray

12. Any other items that will make your day more comfortable

*We recommend that you LABEL EVERYTHING!

*Please note that Thrive Dance Center is not responsible for any lost items. 

 

THE LIST OF NO’S!

1. No Eating in costume (without cover up)

2. All shoes must be clean without tears or holes.

3. Don’t wear jewelry unless instructed. All other jewelry must be removed.

4. No nail polish

5. No gum

6. No underwear under tights or costume.

7. No hair wisps. All buns and ponytails must be pulled back tight and slicked with gel.

 

PHOTO WEEK

Mark your calendars for Photo Week!

Monday May 19, Tuesday May 20, Wednesday May 21, Thursday May 22

Dance Photos are a special way to commemorate each dance year and professional photos for all dancers are included with your dance tuition. Photos will be taken at Thrive Dance Center. A professional photography company will transform our classrooms into photo studios and capture beautiful images of your dancers in their costumes. Class and individual photos are a wonderful keepsake honoring your student's hard work and dedication in dance. Photo days are also a great opportunity for you and your dancer to practice preparations for the dance concert. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON PHOTO DAYS

 

WILL I GET A VIDEO OF THE PERFORMANCE?

A professional videography company has been hired to capture your dancer's special moments on stage. Rewatching the dance concert and sharing with family and friends is always so exciting for the dancers! All dancers participating in the dance concert will receive a digital download of their show. After the dance concert the video will be professionally edited and should be available 6-8 weeks after the dance concert. Please note, no video or photography will be allowed inside the Fred Kavli theater per theater rules.

 

WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY DANCE CONCERT T-SHIRT?

All dancers participating in the dance concert will receive a commemorative dance concert T-shirt. Dancers will receive their T shirts in May and can wear them to classes and to the theater on the day of the dance concert. Make sure to submit a SHIRT SIZE FORM.

 

WHEN IS THE LAST DAY OF CLASSES?

The last day for classes at the studio will be Thursday June 19, 2025.

 

JUNE CLASS TUITION

June Class Tuition will be due on June 1, 2025. Dancers will not be allowed to participate in the performance unless all accounts are paid in full by June 10th. Thank you for your cooperation.

 

COMPANY AUDITIONS

If your dancer loves to PERFORM, check out what our Thrive Dance Company has to offer. Thrive Dance Company is a great opportunity for your child to be a part of a team, learn and grow in a positive environment and take their dance training to the next level.

 

Company auditions for the 2025-26 Season will be held on Sunday May 4, 2025. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON COMPANY AUDITIONS.

 

SUMMER DANCE INTENSIVES, DANCE CAMPS & AUGUST CLASSES

This Summer, Thrive Dance Center will be offering a full Summer of fun and exciting programing!  CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON SUMMER PROGRAMS.​​

 

AT THRIVE WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON PROVIDING A POSITIVE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT THAT TEACHES CONFIDENCE, DISCIPLINE, AND A LOVE FOR THE ARTS. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR TRUSTING US WITH YOUR DANCER AND ALLOWING US TO HELP THEIR PASSION FOR DANCE GROW!

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