Our annual Recital will be held at Ruth Eckerd Hall in Clearwater, FL. Ruth Eckerd Hall is a first class performance venue with wonderful facilities for both the audience and the performers. Our students get an inside look into the work that goes on behind the scenes in a theater production, and the opportunity to perform on a professional stage.
The preceding months of dance education and instruction culminate in this wonderful event which allows our students to present their accomplishments in dance. This is an exciting day, leaving everyone involved - including mom and dad - with a sense of satisfaction and terrific memories. The recital takes months of preparation and dedication. Consistent class attendance is essential for a successful performance.
There are two rehearsals; a dress rehearsal at our studio, and a tech rehearsal at the venue. This familiarizes all dancers with a formal production and helps them feel as comfortable as possible when Recital day arrives. These rehearsals are not open for observation, so as to minimize distractions for our dancers.
A detailed Recital Information Pamphlet will be emailed to each family and posted at the studio in the months leading up to the Recital. This Pamphlet will contain details about rehearsal and Recital days, as well as hair and makeup requirements for the performance.
Typically, the Recital is the Saturday or Sunday following the last day of school in Pinellas County; however due to the venue’s availability, the date may vary. Please check our calendar for all confirmed rehearsal and Recital dates.
Recital Tickets
Tickets go on sale approximately one month before the recital. Please check our calendar for the exact date.
Sales tax, facility and service fees will be added to ticket prices.
Note: Tickets go on sale in-person at Ruth Eckerd Hall, and via phone, on a Saturday. They are available online the next day.
Recital Costumes
Suncoast needs to allow plenty of time for recital costumes to arrive, so they are purchased well in advance of the show date. Costume fees are due in mid-October. The costumes typically begin to arrive in early April.
Please do not allow your dancer to wear their costume except for on Individual Picture, Dress Rehearsal, and Recital days, as we cannot purchase replacement costumes on short notice.
Photographs
Soho Images will be present during Studio Dress Rehearsal Week to take posed photographs, and will be taking action shots of the Dress Rehearsal at Ruth Eckerd Hall.
During Studio Dress Rehearsal, a Group Photo will be taken of each class in costume, and Individual Photos will also be taken of each student.
Once edited, group, individual and performance photos will be posted to Soho Images' "SmugMug" site to be viewed and purchased if you choose. Orders will be handled directly through Soho Images' website, and will be mailed directly to your house.
Video Taping
Video taping of the Recital is allowed from your seat only.
Please no flash photography, as it is dangerous for the dancers.
The Recital is also professionally recorded and will be available for purchase as a Digital Download. To purchase your Recital Digital Download, please request that a charge be made to your Suncoast Account. The download will be emailed to the email address on file with Suncoast approximately 4-6 weeks after the Recital.
“I teach at a studio in my college town and they just completed their recital. I can’t even begin to explain to you how chaotic, disorganized, and unprofessional it was. I now FULLY understand how much effort goes into putting on a show like that, and how you went above and beyond the norm. Suncost recitals really were professional productions and you paid so much attention to little details that made all the difference. From dress rehearsals, to costume consistencies, to recital programs, to the pick up/drop off system, to the venue... I could go on for days, honestly. I just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving us such wonderful experiences with recital each year, and for continuously raising the bar. You really are exceptional. Thank you again. ”