The recital will take place on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at 11:30 AM at the Kerr Center for the Arts at Annapolis Area Christian School (Upper Campus).

We encourage audience members to arrive at least 30 minutes early to find seats and enjoy pre-show activities.

 Tickets go on sale Saturday, June 1 at 10:00 AM.
Visiting the ticket link before that time will prompt a password—this will be automatically removed once the sale opens June 1 at 10:00 AM.

• $25 per person in advance | $35 at the door

• Children 3 and under who do not occupy a seat do not need a ticket. Email us to receive a complimentary lap ticket.

• Ticket Link:https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/45155731/-shake-it-out--tdc-recital-2024

Seating is general admission. Doors open 30 minutes before showtime.

Please look at the attached chart for hair, makeup, tights, shoes, and other performance details.

Pre-order bouquets and recital T-shirts through Dancing Flowers for convenient onsite pickup.

Order Here: https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/thedancecollective/

You’re welcome to film your child’s routine, but please avoid flash photography and tripods as they can distract performers and obstruct other audience members.

To ensure a safe and smooth experience, all dancers must be dropped off and picked up at the designated backstage door at the venue.

• Company Dancers:
  Arrive at 9:00 AM, fully ready with hair/makeup done and wearing company jackets.

• Recreational Dancers:
  Drop off at 10:45 AM, dressed in costume with performance-ready hair and makeup. If performing in multiple routines, arrive in attire for the first number.

Please have your dancer arrive in easily removable shoes (such as sneakers, slip-ons, or sandals with a back strap), and bring their performance shoes in a labeled baggie with the dancer’s first and last name and class day/time (e.g., Emma Johnson – Tuesday 4:45 PM Creative Movement).
This helps our team stay organized and ensures a smooth backstage process.

A TDC staff member will escort dancers to secured dressing rooms. For safety and security, parents are not permitted backstage. Dancers will remain backstage for the duration of the show under staff supervision.

We strive to create a calm, fun, and comfortable environment for all dancers backstage, especially our youngest performers.

• To help keep dancers relaxed and entertained, we’ll have a movie, coloring books, and manipulative toys available.

• Water stations will be provided. Please send a labeled water bottle with your dancer.

• To protect those with allergies, we kindly ask that no outside snacks be brought backstage.

We recommend that dancers eat a full breakfast before arriving, as there will be no food backstage due to allergy concerns.
The show is expected to run from 11:30 AM to approximately 1:30 PM.

Our staff will have your contact information on file and will reach out during the show if your dancer needs anything.