SUNDAY 8TH MARCH DRESS REHEARSAL AT WOODLANDS MEED SCHOOL, CHANCTONBURY ROAD, BURGESS HILL, WEST SUSSEX, RH15 9EY

The dress rehearsal provides an opportunity for the dancers to perform in full costume, hair and makeup for the first time. It is also an opportunity for performers to familiarise themselves with their Chaperones and helpers. All performers are expected to attend without exception.

TIMES FOR THE DAY

All performers highlighted yellow on the running order arrive and sign in at: 9:30am
and sign out at 12:45pm

All other performers in ACT 1 sign in at 10.30am
All performers only in ACT 1 sign out at 1pm
All performers only in ACT 2 sign in at 1:30pm
Performers in ACT 1 & ACT 2 will sign out at 5:00pm

(check the running order at the end of this page to find out which act/s your child is performing in).

HAIR, MAKEUP AND COSTUME INFORMATION

1. Girls MUST arrive to rehearsals and performances with their hair in a bun which is secure and wisp free. No donuts please.
   Students with short hair must have it suitably groomed and off the face. Make up must also be applied prior to arrival at the dress rehearsal.

Please refer to the link here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e1rz32zUbS8
for guidance on how to do a bun and see images at the end of this document for hair and make up examples.

VBDance stage make up consists of the following:

• Blue eyeshadow
• Blusher
• Black and white eye- liner
• Red lipstick
• (Foundation base preferred but not compulsory).
• Mascara (optional for older students).

Once applied before you arrive, please also include this make up in a named bag with all items labelled. Helpers will ‘top up’ make up for the children where necessary. Please also provide a named packet of face wipes or similar. If children are sharing items, all full names must be on the labelled product.

COSTUMES
This year, VBDance will be taking responsibility for labelling and transporting all dance costumes to the venues unless you are otherwise advised. Costumes will therefore not to leave the Dress Rehearsal venue on Saturday 8th March or the Theatre on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th March.

ACCESSORIES
Parents and carers will however, be responsible for ensuring their children are provided with NAMED accessories. These items must be brought to the Dress Rehearsal on Sunday 8th March and Technical Rehearsal/ Performance on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th March. They will be left at the theatre overnight on the Friday in preparation for the Saturday 14th March performance. Accessories information is included on the running order at the end of this page.

Please ensure accessories are secured in a clear bag PER DANCE.

The items and bag should be clearly labelled with your child’s full name and the name of the dance the bag corresponds to. This will help us keep all of your child’s belongings together.

INFORMATION AND WHAT TO BRING TO THE DRESS REHEARSAL

Hair Accessories

• Brush
• Comb
• Hair Gel
• Spare Hairpins and grips.Please ensure hair accessories match the colour of the hair.

Make Up

• Blue eyeshadow
• Blusher
• Black and white eye- liner
• Red lipstick
• (Foundation base preferred but not compulsory).
• Mascara (optional for older students).

Other

• Costume Accessories
• Packed Lunch (if staying all day).
  Due to some VBDancers living with severe nut allergies please DO NOT pack any nut products.
• Snacks
• Filled, named leak proof water bottle
• Named dressing gown or long zip up/button tracksuit top or cardigan.
  Onesies may only be worn if they are footless. (These items will be worn over costumes when not performing to protect costumes).
• Book, or games. Please make sure these are all named.
  
• Electronic games may be brought at own risk.
• Please aim to have all items above transported in one bag only where possible.
• Arrive with hair in a neat bun and make up done
• Wear neutral/plain coloured underwear so as not to show through costumes.
  

FRIDAY 13TH MARCH TECHNICAL REHEARSAL AT THE HAWTH THEATRE, CRAWLEY

ADDRESS: The Hawth Theatre, Hawth Avenue, Crawley RH10 6YZ – Free Parking
All performers are expected to attend the technical rehearsal without exception.

TIMES FOR THE DAY

All performers sign in at STAGE DOOR: 4:00PM
ACT 1 Performers sign out from STAGE DOOR 6:45PM
ACT 2 Performers and all other ACT 1 performers sign out and collection from the STAGE DOOR sign out BETWEEN 8:30 AND 8:45PM

All performers must be escorted to and from the theatre by a responsible adult. The stage door is the only entry and exit point for all performers. The main foyer will not be in use for signing performers in and out on the 13th and 14th March under any circumstances.

Performers must arrive at the Technical Rehearsal in their dance uniform with long hair tied in a neat bun, secure with no wisps and make up done. Please bring all costume accessories with you to the theatre, (Children who participate in more than one dance style should wear their modern uniform if they have one. If not, Ballet or leggings and plain top is fine).

INFORMATION AND WHAT TO REMEMBER FRIDAY 13TH MARCH

• Bring x1 packed tea and snacks.

Due to some VBDancers living with severe nut allergies please DO NOT pack any nut products.

• Filled, named leak proof water bottle
• Named dressing gown or long zip up/button tracksuit top or cardigan.
  Onesies may only be worn if they are footless. (These items will be worn over costumes when not performing to protect costumes) and will be left at the theatre overnight.
• Book, or games. Please make sure these are all named.
• Electronic games may be brought at own risk.
  Please aim to have all items above transported in one bag or plastic box where possible.
  
• Arrive with hair in a neat bun and make up done.
• Wear neutral/plain coloured underwear so as not to show through costumes.

Costumes, accessories, dressing gowns and tracksuit tops will be left at the theatre overnight on Friday 13th March. Please ensure everything is named.

SATURDAY 14TH MARCH: PERFORMANCE AT THE HAWTH THEATRE, CRAWLEY

TIMES FOR THE DAY

MATINEE SHOW
All performers sign in at STAGE DOOR: 12PM
ACT 1 Performers optional sign out (those choosing not to stay for the Finale) and collection from STAGE DOOR 2:15PM
ACT 2 Performers and all other ACT 1 performers sign out and collection by a responsible adult from the STAGE DOOR sign out BETWEEN 3:30PM AND 3:45PM

EVENING SHOW
All performers sign in at STAGE DOOR: 5:15PM
ACT 1 Performers optional sign out (those choosing not to stay for the Finale) and collection from STAGE DOOR 7:15PM
ACT 2 Performers and all other ACT 1 performers sign out and collection by a responsible adult from the STAGE DOOR sign out BETWEEN 8:30PM AND 8:45PM

INFORMATION AND WHAT TO REMEMBER SATURDAY 14TH MARCH

• If possible eat LUNCH before arriving and bring snacks.
• Filled, named leak proof water bottle
• Book, or games. Please make sure these are all named.
• Electronic games may be brought at own risk.
• Please aim to have all items above transported in one bag or box only where possible.
• Arrive with hair in a neat bun and make up done
• Wear neutral/plaIn coloured underwear so as not to show through costumes.
  
  Contact Details Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th March
  Hawth Theatre: 01293 553636
  VBDance Mobile: 07841 922 631
  
  

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• There will be a strict signing in and out process for ALL rehearsals and performances. Please make sure you are able to provide the name and contact details of the person who will be collecting your child if it is different from the person who brought them to the theatre. You will need to be able to provide these details when signing in. This is a strict procedure enforced by West Sussex County Council for children performing in a professional theatre and we thank you for your cooperation with this.
• Please leave mobile phones at home.
• Due to the nature of rehearsals, it is possible there will be slight delays to sign in/out times. We aim to release performers at the times stated, but your patience is very much appreciated when signing out if we have gone over this a little. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
• Only Chaperones and DBS checked staff and volunteers will be permitted backstage and in the dressing rooms.

VBDance will not be held responsible for any loss or damage to valuables.

Hopefully you will have the information you need to help you plan for the final rehearsals and performances.
However, if you have any questions that are not covered,  please do email admin@vbdance.com and we will be happy to help.

Best Wishes
Victoria and Team VB!

RUNNING ORDER & ACCESSORIES LIST

HAIR AND MAKEUP EXAMPLES FOR YOUR REFERENCE: