Annual Recital

June 15-16, 2024

Annual June Recital

We produce a recital at the end of every dance year. All dancers/classes will participate in a minimum of one recital. Recital participation is optional; however 99% of our dancers do participate and love this opportunity to perform with their classmates on stage! Costumes are ordered in December, and will be delivered to the studio in the spring; parents will receive lots and lots of information & detail regarding recital via their email account on file.

 

Recital Ticketing Information

Ticket information will be available closer to Recital dates. All seats have great views, and there are plenty of tickets for everyone!

Please note that performers, backstage volunteers, and fathers participating in the DAU Dancing Dads number do NOT need to purchase tickets. All other friends/family will need a ticket for entrance. All children ages 2+ will need a ticket as well. Children under the age of 2 can enter without a ticket if they can sit in their parent’s lap for the entire show.

For any questions about your ticket order, you can email San Jose Theaters at tickets@sanjose.org for assistance.

DAU Dancing Dads

Formerly known as “The Father/Daughter Dance”

Every year one of the greatest highlights of our recital is the Dad’s Dance. It has been a tradition here at Dance Academy USA since our inception. We have done Michael Jackson medleys, tuxes and show tunes, country-themed dances and dads in tutus! The students wait for years until they are in high school and are old enough to participate and then rush in on sign-up day to get one of the coveted spots. It is, especially for our Seniors, a very special and emotional last hurrah at DAU. The dads have a great time, meet new friends or reconnect with old, and get to spend treasured one on one time with their dancer. It is a special memory for all of the Dads and Dancers.

Who can participate? DAU high school dancers of all genders (including rising 9th graders) are welcome to sign up with their dad (or closest father figure). All dancer/dad pairs who sign up must commit to a few weekend practices . You must also attend a 30min rehearsal at the California Theatre at the end of our 6/14 dress rehearsal day (at approximately 5:00pm). You will be performing the dance in all 4 recital shows.

**Sign ups will begin Spring 2024**

2023 Recital Dancing Dads


June 14 Dress Rehearsal

Dress Rehearsal is our dancers one chance to set foot on stage with their dance and costume before the big show.

Dress Rehearsal is Mandatory for All Classes.

Dress rehearsals will take place at the California Theatre on Friday, June 14th as follows:

Show 1: TBD

Show 2: TBD

Show 3: TBD

Show 4: TBD


Backstage Volunteers

Backstage volunteers are invaluable in helping make the shows run as smoothly as possible. We will be seeking volunteers from a variety of classes. General duties will include supervising students while they are not performing, assisting younger children to the restroom, and providing assistance to staff in getting dancers to the stage.

**Sign ups will begin Spring 2024**


Location & Directions

2023-2024 Recital will be held at the beautiful California Theater in Downtown San Jose.

Located at:

345 S 1st St, San Jose, CA 95113

Directions and Parking Information

 
 

The California Theatre

San Jose, CA


Recital Videos

Capture your child's special performance by ordering a professional recital video! You won't want to miss out on these treasured memories!

Information and Order forms will be available closer to recital time.


Recital Pictures

Our dancers will have an opportunity to take professional individual recital photos at our Friday 6/14 dress rehearsal at the California Theatre. All students who want an individual photo taken will be guided to the lobby after they rehearse their dance to take their photo.

Recital FAQs

  • Dress rehearsals will be on Friday, June 14, 2024.

    Our recital shows will be on Saturday, June 15, 2024 and Sunday, June 16, 2024.

  • California Theatre

    345 S. First Street

    San Jose, CA 95113

  • Drop-off for all DAU dancers

    All dancers will enter the California Theater through the Market Street Lobby Exit Door. The spot will be clearly marked with signs and activity. Please be at that spot no later than 45 minutes before show time and allow enough time for parking. Upon reaching the Market Street Lobby Exit Door, dancers will be escorted by a DAU staff member, Teacher Assistant or parent-volunteer to their dressing rooms. Do not bring extra clothing, shoes, food, or play items to the theater – and please make sure your dancer is in their costume, ready to go!

    Pick-up for Intro to Dance, Creative Dance, and Combo and “Pre-” Classes

    All dancers will participate in the finale at the end of the show. For parents of Creative Dance, Intro to Dance, Pre Hip Hop and Child Combo classes (ages 3-8): your child will be escorted from the stage directly to the Market Street Stage Right Entrance (inside the building). They will be supervised the entire time until they are safely back in your hands. At the completion of the show, you will exit the theatre through the Market Street Lobby Exit Door; then, walk about 30 yards (towards San Carlos) to the Market Street Stage Right Entrance. Check in with a staff member at the door, and we will make sure your child gets safely to you. Please only send one parent for pick-up. After reuniting with your young dancer, you can meet up with family and friends inside or outside the theatre and take pictures and celebrate your dancer’s accomplishments.

    Pick-up for all other age groups and dancers

    Please coordinate a meet-up spot with your child INSIDE the California Theatre. Dress rehearsal, while you are on site, is a good time to talk about this with your child. Note: the meet-up location should not be the dressing room or outside the walls of the theatre. The best general location is the upstairs or downstairs foyer areas; they are HUGE and there are tons of spots to choose from. We do not recommend that you use the Market Street Lobby as a meet-up spot, as this area will be heavily congested after the show. After reuniting with your dancer, you can take pictures inside or outside the theatre as you wish and celebrate your dancer’s accomplishments.

  • Your child needs to be at the theater 45 minutes before show time. They need to be there early in order to get everyone situated before the show and to get the backstage volunteers familiar with the kids.

  • Every dancer should arrive for both dress rehearsal and recital prepared to perform with hair and makeup done. Please see your class email regarding costume, accessories, tights, shoes, makeup, and hair.

  • Please do not send anything with your child on the day of the recital. Be sure to feed your dancer a healthy snack or light meal BEFORE bringing them to the theater, so they do not get hungry during the show. Water will be available for the dancers. Backstage volunteers will supervise the dancers in the dressing room. Per the California Theater, outside food and drink are not permitted.

  • Only designated volunteers will be permitted backstage. Backstage volunteers will supervise all children, not just their own dancer.

  • In order to make recital a fun and safe environment for all dancers, children will not be excused to their guardians until after the show ends. Each show lasts about 2 hours and 15 minutes.

  • During a dress rehearsal, you may film and photograph your child. Due to the Santa Clara County Fire Code, filming and photography are prohibited during the shows.

  • Visit San Jose Theaters for tickets. When ordering, make sure you select the correct show your dancer is performing in.

  • Childcare is not provided between shows. Please pick up your child after each show and return 45 minutes prior to the next show.