Dress Rehearsal

Overview

Dress Rehearsal takes place the morning of the show and gives all dancers the opportunity to practice their routines on stage in costume. Dress rehearsal is mandatory for all students performing in the show. Families are responsible for arranging transportation to and from the rehearsal. Dress rehearsal allows students to become familiar with the theater, stage spacing, entrances and exits, and helps ensure they feel confident and prepared for the performance.

Location

Location: Sunrise Theatre – 117 S. 2nd Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34950

Arrival and Dismissal Procedures

Dress Rehearsal runs from approximately from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM. Time slots will be sent out 1 week prior to the show; Students attend only their assigned time block. Students will be notified of their specific arrival times during the week prior to the recital. Students should arrive 15 minutes prior to their scheduled arrival time, dressed and ready in their first costume. Students must be dropped off and picked up through the Stage Door at the back of the theatre. One adult must sign the student in and out at the registration desk. Please note that rehearsal may run ahead of schedule, so arriving early ensures your dancer is present and ready when called.

Dress Rehearsal Rules

To help dress rehearsal run smoothly, please follow these guidelines:

  • Costumes, shoes, tights, and all required hair accessories are mandatory for all dancers. Label all items with your dancer’s name, including costumes, shoes, tights, and accessories.
  • Makeup is not required for Dress Rehearsal; however, hair should be pulled back out of the face.
  • Please bring the costume bag provided by the studio, labeled with your dancer’s name and class color tag. All costume bags will be left at the theater after Dress Rehearsal. Studio staff will place them in the appropriate dressing rooms for Recital Day.
  • No electronic devices or personal items should be brought to dress rehearsal. The studio is not responsible for lost or damaged items.
  • Only staff members and approved volunteers are permitted in the theater during dress rehearsal. Lobby access is not permitted for rehearsal. Parents and guardians should drop off their dancers 15 minutes prior to their scheduled arrival time and return to pick them up at their scheduled dismissal time. This policy helps ensure a safe, organized, and distraction-free environment for all dancers.
  • No drinks other than water are permitted in the theater.
  • No food is allowed except pretzels or crackers.

Thank you for your cooperation in helping us keep dress rehearsal organized and stress-free for all dancers and families!