Soul to Sole 2025

Soul to Sole 2025 is the weekend of May 31st and June 1st.

Dear Dancers and Parents,

This information sheet is regarding the all-student concert, “Soul to Sole”, a.k.a. “recital”. All classes except for Dance with Me, Pre-Pointe, Adult Classes and the Teen Saturday Ballet Class will participate in the dance concert. 

Participation in the concert is optional, but we hope you’ll join us for this exciting experience! Because the vast majority of students participate in the concert, we assume you will participate unless you notify us in writing (info@solecitydance.org) or fill out this Google Form by November 30th. Please feel free to speak with the front desk, your instructor, or the concert coordinator, Moriah Bureau, if you have any questions not answered below.

PERFORMANCE PHILOSOPHY:

Performing is an important part of the dance experience and most students find it exciting to share this aspect of the art form with friends and family. Being on stage with costumes, lights and a live audience magnifies the emotions and message we are expressing in our movement. The concert gives students the opportunity to share with pride all they have learned throughout the year. Additionally, participating in the all-student concert allows young students to observe advanced dancers performing other dance styles and understand more about what dance can be and can express.  

DATE OF SHOW AND REHEARSALS:

This year’s concerts will be held the weekend of May 31st and June 1st at Noble High School. Each class dances once in one of the shows. We make every effort to put young dancers and their siblings in the same show, but it is sometimes impossible. Specified cast lists for each show will be announced by March 1. If you have a major family conflict (such as a wedding or graduation) with one of the show dates, please notify us in writing by December 1 and we will do our best to accommodate you.

Dress rehearsals on the stage will happen on May 31st. The exact times for each class will be announced by March 1. Dress rehearsal is mandatory for all aerial students. 

PERFORMANCE SAFETY POLICIES:

To ensure a smooth and safe performance, all students aged 10 and under will need to stay backstage for the entire half of the show in which they are performing. For example, those in the first half should check in 30 minutes before showtime and will remain backstage until intermission. After intermission, these dancers will be checked out, and students aged 10 and under performing in the second half will check in and stay backstage until the end of the show.

Students aged 11 and older will remain backstage for the entire performance and should not leave until the show concludes. This helps us support our fellow dancers and simplifies the check-in and check-out process for our younger performers. Students aged 11+ who are participating in only one half of the show may sit in the audience with a chaperone.

These guidelines are in place to ensure the safety and organization of all our students during the performance. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

CONCERT PARTICIPATION FEE:

There is a $20 nonrefundable concert participation fee for each student which is due December 10th. This fee will be automatically added to your account. This fee covers the cost of time spent planning and organizing the show along with faculty time on the day of the show. It will also include a digital download after the show for all dancers who participate. 

COSTUME PHILOSOPHY:

At SCD, we keep our costumes simple, sophisticated, and age-appropriate.  Our faculty creates each dance with care and artistry, choosing costumes that keep the focus on the dancers, technique, and choreography.

COSTUME FEES:

In order to receive costumes in time for fittings and exchanges, we must order them in December.  Students will be billed the same amount as SCD pays for the costume plus a handling fee to cover the costs we incur in ordering and handling the costume. Partial costumes will be charged a partial handling fee. SCD does not strive to make a profit on concert costumes but we must cover our costs. Please consider that the costume ordering process includes: choosing costumes, measuring students, sizing, filling out order forms, placing and tracking orders, receiving and sorting orders, fitting, making exchanges, packing, and delivering to students.

SCD faculty makes every effort to choose attractive costumes in the lower price range that will still feel special for the dancer. In order to break up the costume fee into financially manageable parts, we have divided the total into two parts--a $38 deposit due December 10 and a balance due February 10. Balances for costumes will be calculated and sent to you as soon as they are known. You can expect the balance to be $30 to $35. 

Please note: we cannot order costumes for those who have not made their deposits or who have outstanding tuition on their account. Costumes are generally handed out the first week in May. Students who have not paid their costume balance(s) or tuition to date will not be allowed to take their costumes home.

Costume deposits are not refundable after orders have been placed due to administrative costs and costume company cancellation fees and policies. The date by which a costume can be canceled differs for each company. They are generally not able to be canceled after mid-January, in which case you must pay the balance and the costume will be available to you. Please contact us immediately if you find you must cancel your participation.

TICKETS & VOLUNTEERS:

Volunteer opportunities will be available for those who would like to help out backstage and see the show at no charge. Volunteer sign-ups will be posted on the bulletin board in the studio. All volunteers must have a background check on file with the studio. All record release forms must be filled out and dropped off at the front desk by April 8! Background check forms will be located on the table by the bulletin board once volunteer sign-ups are posted. 

Tickets will go on sale once all volunteer slots have been filled. Tickets are only available for purchase online and will not be sold at the door. You can buy them online up until the start of the show. Seating for all shows are assigned and you’ll be able to select your seat when you purchase your tickets. 

If you have any further questions about the concert, please feel free to speak to your instructor, the concert coordinator- Moriah Bureau (moriah@solecitydance.org), Alex Poulis (alex@solecitydance.org), or call the studio at 603-750-7777.