Written in the Stars: 2025 Production Info

By Kelly Gallagher | April 30, 2025 |

Attachment: STUDENT PRODUCTION LETTER 2025.pdf

Below are the answers to the questions you may have about the DancExplosion Arts Center Showcases.

The Recital Participation Fee will be posted to the Parent Portal on Friday, May 2nd. This fee covers your child’s participation, a recital T-shirt, and a digital download of their main performance. The fee is $62 and $18 for additional siblings.

If you would like to receive an additional digital download, please sign up under the “Events” tab in the portal beginning May 2nd. Additional downloads are $12 each.

Costume Dress Rehearsals will be held at DEAC THIS YEAR during regularly scheduled classes June 4th – 10th.

Your dancer should arrive to class in costume. If a student has multiple classes on a single evening, arrive in the costume of the first class.

TECH REHEARSALS AT THE GREATER PITTSBURGH MASONIC CENTER JUNE 11TH & 12TH.

No costumes are needed at these rehearsals. Students should wear class attire.

There are no regularly scheduled classes on tech rehearsal days. Tech rehearsal participation is REQUIRED.

  •  WEDNESDAY, June 11TH – 4:30-8:00 PM for levels 1-7, All Acro classes
  • THURSDAY, June 12TH – 4:45-5:45 PM Intro to Dance, Pre Dance & Primary Acro
  • THURSDAY, June 12th – 5:45-8:00 PM Levels 3-7, Teen Dance Acro 3 & Up

 

Showcase Performance Times:

  • Show 1 FRIDAY, June 13th at 6:15 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Show 2 SATURDAY, June 14th at 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
  • Show 3 SATURDAY, June 14th at 3:45 PM – 7:30 PM

*All performance run times are estimates*

Recital Week Schedule

Classes June 9th & 10th at the studio will run with minor adjustments

TECH REHEARSAL SCHEDULE – REVIEW CAREFULLY!!!

Students may be in multiple performances. Please notify the studio of scheduling conflicts by Monday, June 9th.

*Tech rehearsals are set aside for blocking, lights and transitions. Tech rehearsals are CLOSED from viewing for the public & dance families*

SHOW 1 FEATURING

All Company students & Jazz 5-7
Fantasia Ballet Students
Level 2
Contemporary 2+3A
Lyrical 1
Level 1B
Level 1A
Acro 5-7
Acro 3B+4
Acro 3
Both Acro 1+2 classes
Acro 1
Hip Hop 2
Hip Hop 1

SHOW 1 TECH REHEARSAL WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11 TH 4:30PM – 8PM

4:30 PM: Arrival Time – Level 3-7 & Company Students

4:45 PM: Arrival Time – Levels 1, 2 & Hip Hop Students

5:00 PM: Dress Rehearsal Start Time

8:00 PM: Dismissal

SHOW 2 FEATURING

Senior Company Students

Intro to Dance Tuesday

Intro to Dance Wednesday

Intro to Dance Thursday

Pre Dance Tuesday 4:35 PM

Pre Dance Tuesday 6:20 PM

Pre Dance Thursday

Primary Acro

SHOW 2 TECH REHEARSAL THURSDAY, JUNE 12 TH 4:45-5:45 PM

4:30 PM: Arrival Time – ALL ASSISTANTS (does not matter what class they assist)

4:45 PM: Arrival Time – All Intro and Pre Dance Students

5:00 PM: Dress Rehearsal Start Time

5:45 PM: Dismissal

SHOW 3 FEATURING

All Company Students

Level 6+7

Level 5

Level 4

Level 3A & 3B

Teen Dance 101

Advanced Hip Hop

Hip Hop 3B+4

Hip Hop 3

Contemporary 2+3A

Acro 5-7

Acro 3B+4

Acro 3

Both Acro 1+2 Classes

SHOW 3 TECH REHEARSAL THURSDAY, JUNE 12 TH 5:45-8:30 PM

(Acro 1+2 Classes DO NOT need to attend this rehearsal)

5:30 PM: Arrival Time – Level 4-7 & all Company Students

5:45 PM: Arrival Time – Level 4E, 3B & all remaining students

6:00 PM: Dress Rehearsal Start Time

8:30 PM: Dismissal

*It is imperative that students participate in all tech rehearsals, especially those that are performing in both shows. Students will be practicing IN SHOW ORDER. This is to ensure that students are comfortable with the stage, quick changes, entrances and exits and all backstage protocol. We appreciate your cooperation.

There will be NO regularly scheduled CLASSES at the studio JUNE 11th – 14TH.

The studio will be closed June 15th-22nd following the performances. 

 

 

 SHOW 1 PERFORMANCE FRIDAY, JUNE 13th

Ø  5:15 PM: Company Dancers/Ballet 3B-7 Arrival Time 

Ø  5:45 PM: All Dancers Arrival Time

Ø  6:00 PM: Theater doors open to public

Ø  6:15 – 8:30 PM: Show 1 (One 15-minute Intermission)

SHOW 2 PERFORMANCE SATURDAY, JUNE 15th

Ø  11:50 AM: Senior Company Dancer Arrival Time

Ø  12:10 PM: All Intro/Pre/Primary Acro Students Arrival Time

Ø  12:15 PM: Theater Doors open to public

Ø  12:30-1:30: Intro/Pre Show

 SHOW 3 PERFORMANCE SATURDAY, JUNE 15th

Ø  2:50 PM: Company Dancers/Ballet 3B-7 Arrival Time

Ø  3:15 PM: All Dancers Arrival Time

Ø  3:30 PM: Theater Doors open to the pubic

Ø  3:45 – 7:30 PM: Show 3 (One 20-minute Intermission)

TICKET SALES

Tickets will be on sale beginning Monday, June 2nd at 4:30 PM through Wednesday, June 11th at 1:00 PM.  Tickets can be purchased once the dancer’s account has been paid in full for the season, including June Tuition.  Tickets must be selected in person at the studio.

ALL SEATS ARE RESERVED & ASSIGNED.

Theater seat availability will be at FULL CAPACITY for both showcases and we do NOT LIMIT tickets per family. There are 500 seats available for each performance.  All seats in the theater provide ample viewing but it is suggested that you purchase your tickets early for optimal seating.

Event Tickets:

 $18 Per Ticket * $20 Door Sales * $14 Ticket for 2nd Show

(Families Purchasing for Two Shows: Full price ticket for primary show, discounted ticket for 2nd show totaling the number of primary show tickets purchased.)

Any student not dancing in one or both shows may purchase a ticket for $10.

Anyone requiring a seat must purchase a ticket. Handicapped Accessible seating is available.

Babies under the age of 2 years can sit in the lap of a parent.

Tickets can be purchased at the door before the performance for $20 .

(No discounted tickets at door. Seats cannot be selected OR guaranteed at this time).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  1. Please have dancers dressed in their 1stcostume. They will be escorted to the appropriate dressing room by a staff member. Parents will NOT be allowed in the backstage or dressing rooms.  We run a very smooth & efficient program.  Backstage supervisors include DEAC staff, DEAC graduates & Class Moms.
  2. Please be sure that your dancer has ALL of his or her shoes, costumes, accessories, & hairpieces.  These items should be organized and have your child’s name on them.
  3.  Absolutely no food, drinks, or gum/candies are allowed in the theater or dressing room areas. Bottled Water ONLY. Please remember to feed your dancer before arrival time.
  4. Do not pack toys/crafts with your child for backstage. Appropriate items for entertainment include reading books, coloring books, tablets or stuffed animals. We will also have coloring pages to keep them entertained between dance routines.DEAC is not responsible for any missing or broken items brought from home.
  5. Write last names (on masking tape) and put it in every piece of costuming & in shoes to help prevent mix-ups. It is required that dancers arrive dressed in first costume, makeup and hair complete.Show Line-ups will be posted at studio for reference.
  6. Fix dancer’s hair and makeup before coming to the theatre.
  • Intro to Dance: Hair ½ up, clean & polish with no bangs
  • Pre-Dance, Level 1:  Low pony with center part
  • Levels 2-7: Low pony with center part
  • ALL BALLET CLASSES LEVEL 2 & UP REQUIRE A BUN
  • Use only plain barrettes & bobby pins and hairspray heavily. NO BANGS please! We want to see those beautiful faces. 
  1. Apply makeup at home. Bright dark pink/peach lipstick on everyone. Eye shadows should be in natural tones (pinks, browns, grays-definitely no blue or green shadow) worn with mascara. A blush color that is appropriate for your child’s skin tone on the cheekbones must be worn as well. The strong stage lights wash out faces that do not have sufficient makeup. Staff may be asked to correct the makeup of students. Company makeup as discussed. Please NO EYELASHES on our babies.
  2. No jewelry of any kind. Please do not even wear or bring to the theater.
  3. DEAC will not be responsible for lost items of any kind.
  4. Clear finger and nail polish only (French manicures or Nude polish are acceptable).
  5. No panties.  They hang out and show under tights and costumes. Be sure to cut any tags out of costumes.Cut- don’t tear– you’ll rip the seams of the costume.
  6. Finale attire will be the recital t-shirt (distributed when tickets purchased) with a pair of shorts or over a show costume. Any complimenting shorts/shoes are acceptable.
  7. ONLY BACKSTAGE HELPERS WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE BACKSTAGE/DRESSING AREAS.  Backstage helpers include DEAC staff, select room mothers, & DEAC graduates.
  8. All dancers MUST stay for the duration of the performance.  If your dancer needs to be excused early, a letter must be given to Amy or Allie 10 days prior to the dress rehearsal.  We will not permit children to leave the dressing rooms to people we do not know or children who do not have clearance to leave.  This is for the security of your child & the insurance of a smooth show.
  9. Parents/guests please do not go into the dressing areas or roam the hallways of the Masonic Center.  All dancers must remain in the dressing areas until the end of the show.  At that time, your dancer will be escorted to get their things and brought back to the family members in the lobby. In case of emergency, please approach the sound booth in the back of the theater.
  10. All of our policies are in place to secure a professional and fun performance experience with the safety & security of our dancers as our #1 priority.  If you have concerns or questions, please let us know and we would be happy to assist you.

REMEMBER: NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY OR VIDEOTAPING. ALL FAMILIES WILL BE RECEIVING A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD OF THE PERFORMANCE CREATED BY ARGENTINE PRODUCTIONS.  FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN DISMISSAL FROM THE EVENT. If you would like an additional digital download of a different performance, sign up under “Events” on the parent portal beginning May 2nd.

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

DANCEXPLOSION ARTS CENTER

WRITTEN IN THE STARS

Attachment: STUDENT PRODUCTION LETTER 2025.pdf

Below are the answers to the questions you may have about the DancExplosion Arts Center Showcases.

The Recital Participation Fee will be posted to the Parent Portal on Friday, May 2nd. This fee covers your child’s participation, a recital T-shirt, and a digital download of their main performance. The fee is $62 and $18 for additional siblings.

If you would like to receive an additional digital download, please sign up under the “Events” tab in the portal beginning May 2nd. Additional downloads are $12 each.

Costume Dress Rehearsals will be held at DEAC THIS YEAR during regularly scheduled classes June 4th – 10th.

Your dancer should arrive to class in costume. If a student has multiple classes on a single evening, arrive in the costume of the first class.

TECH REHEARSALS AT THE GREATER PITTSBURGH MASONIC CENTER JUNE 11TH & 12TH.

No costumes are needed at these rehearsals. Students should wear class attire.

There are no regularly scheduled classes on tech rehearsal days. Tech rehearsal participation is REQUIRED.

  •  WEDNESDAY, June 11TH – 4:30-8:00 PM for levels 1-7, All Acro classes
  • THURSDAY, June 12TH – 4:45-5:45 PM Intro to Dance, Pre Dance & Primary Acro
  • THURSDAY, June 12th – 5:45-8:00 PM Levels 3-7, Teen Dance Acro 3 & Up

 

Showcase Performance Times:

  • Show 1 FRIDAY, June 13th at 6:15 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Show 2 SATURDAY, June 14th at 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
  • Show 3 SATURDAY, June 14th at 3:45 PM – 7:30 PM

*All performance run times are estimates*

Recital Week Schedule

Classes June 9th & 10th at the studio will run with minor adjustments

TECH REHEARSAL SCHEDULE – REVIEW CAREFULLY!!!

Students may be in multiple performances. Please notify the studio of scheduling conflicts by Monday, June 9th.

*Tech rehearsals are set aside for blocking, lights and transitions. Tech rehearsals are CLOSED from viewing for the public & dance families*

SHOW 1 FEATURING

All Company students & Jazz 5-7
Fantasia Ballet Students
Level 2
Contemporary 2+3A
Lyrical 1
Level 1B
Level 1A
Acro 5-7
Acro 3B+4
Acro 3
Both Acro 1+2 classes
Acro 1
Hip Hop 2
Hip Hop 1

SHOW 1 TECH REHEARSAL WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11 TH 4:30PM – 8PM

4:30 PM: Arrival Time – Level 3-7 & Company Students

4:45 PM: Arrival Time – Levels 1, 2 & Hip Hop Students

5:00 PM: Dress Rehearsal Start Time

8:00 PM: Dismissal

SHOW 2 FEATURING

Senior Company Students

Intro to Dance Tuesday

Intro to Dance Wednesday

Intro to Dance Thursday

Pre Dance Tuesday 4:35 PM

Pre Dance Tuesday 6:20 PM

Pre Dance Thursday

Primary Acro

SHOW 2 TECH REHEARSAL THURSDAY, JUNE 12 TH 4:45-5:45 PM

4:30 PM: Arrival Time – ALL ASSISTANTS (does not matter what class they assist)

4:45 PM: Arrival Time – All Intro and Pre Dance Students

5:00 PM: Dress Rehearsal Start Time

5:45 PM: Dismissal

SHOW 3 FEATURING

All Company Students

Level 6+7

Level 5

Level 4

Level 3A & 3B

Teen Dance 101

Advanced Hip Hop

Hip Hop 3B+4

Hip Hop 3

Contemporary 2+3A

Acro 5-7

Acro 3B+4

Acro 3

Both Acro 1+2 Classes

SHOW 3 TECH REHEARSAL THURSDAY, JUNE 12 TH 5:45-8:30 PM

(Acro 1+2 Classes DO NOT need to attend this rehearsal)

5:30 PM: Arrival Time – Level 4-7 & all Company Students

5:45 PM: Arrival Time – Level 4E, 3B & all remaining students

6:00 PM: Dress Rehearsal Start Time

8:30 PM: Dismissal

*It is imperative that students participate in all tech rehearsals, especially those that are performing in both shows. Students will be practicing IN SHOW ORDER. This is to ensure that students are comfortable with the stage, quick changes, entrances and exits and all backstage protocol. We appreciate your cooperation.

There will be NO regularly scheduled CLASSES at the studio JUNE 11th – 14TH.

The studio will be closed June 15th-22nd following the performances. 

 

 

 SHOW 1 PERFORMANCE FRIDAY, JUNE 13th

Ø  5:15 PM: Company Dancers/Ballet 3B-7 Arrival Time 

Ø  5:45 PM: All Dancers Arrival Time

Ø  6:00 PM: Theater doors open to public

Ø  6:15 – 8:30 PM: Show 1 (One 15-minute Intermission)

SHOW 2 PERFORMANCE SATURDAY, JUNE 15th

Ø  11:50 AM: Senior Company Dancer Arrival Time

Ø  12:10 PM: All Intro/Pre/Primary Acro Students Arrival Time

Ø  12:15 PM: Theater Doors open to public

Ø  12:30-1:30: Intro/Pre Show

 SHOW 3 PERFORMANCE SATURDAY, JUNE 15th

Ø  2:50 PM: Company Dancers/Ballet 3B-7 Arrival Time

Ø  3:15 PM: All Dancers Arrival Time

Ø  3:30 PM: Theater Doors open to the pubic

Ø  3:45 – 7:30 PM: Show 3 (One 20-minute Intermission)

TICKET SALES

Tickets will be on sale beginning Monday, June 2nd at 4:30 PM through Wednesday, June 11th at 1:00 PM.  Tickets can be purchased once the dancer’s account has been paid in full for the season, including June Tuition.  Tickets must be selected in person at the studio.

ALL SEATS ARE RESERVED & ASSIGNED.

Theater seat availability will be at FULL CAPACITY for both showcases and we do NOT LIMIT tickets per family. There are 500 seats available for each performance.  All seats in the theater provide ample viewing but it is suggested that you purchase your tickets early for optimal seating.

Event Tickets:

 $18 Per Ticket * $20 Door Sales * $14 Ticket for 2nd Show

(Families Purchasing for Two Shows: Full price ticket for primary show, discounted ticket for 2nd show totaling the number of primary show tickets purchased.)

Any student not dancing in one or both shows may purchase a ticket for $10.

Anyone requiring a seat must purchase a ticket. Handicapped Accessible seating is available.

Babies under the age of 2 years can sit in the lap of a parent.

Tickets can be purchased at the door before the performance for $20 .

(No discounted tickets at door. Seats cannot be selected OR guaranteed at this time).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  1. Please have dancers dressed in their 1stcostume. They will be escorted to the appropriate dressing room by a staff member. Parents will NOT be allowed in the backstage or dressing rooms.  We run a very smooth & efficient program.  Backstage supervisors include DEAC staff, DEAC graduates & Class Moms.
  2. Please be sure that your dancer has ALL of his or her shoes, costumes, accessories, & hairpieces.  These items should be organized and have your child’s name on them.
  3.  Absolutely no food, drinks, or gum/candies are allowed in the theater or dressing room areas. Bottled Water ONLY. Please remember to feed your dancer before arrival time.
  4. Do not pack toys/crafts with your child for backstage. Appropriate items for entertainment include reading books, coloring books, tablets or stuffed animals. We will also have coloring pages to keep them entertained between dance routines.DEAC is not responsible for any missing or broken items brought from home.
  5. Write last names (on masking tape) and put it in every piece of costuming & in shoes to help prevent mix-ups. It is required that dancers arrive dressed in first costume, makeup and hair complete.Show Line-ups will be posted at studio for reference.
  6. Fix dancer’s hair and makeup before coming to the theatre.
  • Intro to Dance: Hair ½ up, clean & polish with no bangs
  • Pre-Dance, Level 1:  Low pony with center part
  • Levels 2-7: Low pony with center part
  • ALL BALLET CLASSES LEVEL 2 & UP REQUIRE A BUN
  • Use only plain barrettes & bobby pins and hairspray heavily. NO BANGS please! We want to see those beautiful faces. 
  1. Apply makeup at home. Bright dark pink/peach lipstick on everyone. Eye shadows should be in natural tones (pinks, browns, grays-definitely no blue or green shadow) worn with mascara. A blush color that is appropriate for your child’s skin tone on the cheekbones must be worn as well. The strong stage lights wash out faces that do not have sufficient makeup. Staff may be asked to correct the makeup of students. Company makeup as discussed. Please NO EYELASHES on our babies.
  2. No jewelry of any kind. Please do not even wear or bring to the theater.
  3. DEAC will not be responsible for lost items of any kind.
  4. Clear finger and nail polish only (French manicures or Nude polish are acceptable).
  5. No panties.  They hang out and show under tights and costumes. Be sure to cut any tags out of costumes.Cut- don’t tear– you’ll rip the seams of the costume.
  6. Finale attire will be the recital t-shirt (distributed when tickets purchased) with a pair of shorts or over a show costume. Any complimenting shorts/shoes are acceptable.
  7. ONLY BACKSTAGE HELPERS WILL BE ALLOWED IN THE BACKSTAGE/DRESSING AREAS.  Backstage helpers include DEAC staff, select room mothers, & DEAC graduates.
  8. All dancers MUST stay for the duration of the performance.  If your dancer needs to be excused early, a letter must be given to Amy or Allie 10 days prior to the dress rehearsal.  We will not permit children to leave the dressing rooms to people we do not know or children who do not have clearance to leave.  This is for the security of your child & the insurance of a smooth show.
  9. Parents/guests please do not go into the dressing areas or roam the hallways of the Masonic Center.  All dancers must remain in the dressing areas until the end of the show.  At that time, your dancer will be escorted to get their things and brought back to the family members in the lobby. In case of emergency, please approach the sound booth in the back of the theater.
  10. All of our policies are in place to secure a professional and fun performance experience with the safety & security of our dancers as our #1 priority.  If you have concerns or questions, please let us know and we would be happy to assist you.

REMEMBER: NO FLASH PHOTOGRAPHY OR VIDEOTAPING. ALL FAMILIES WILL BE RECEIVING A DIGITAL DOWNLOAD OF THE PERFORMANCE CREATED BY ARGENTINE PRODUCTIONS.  FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN DISMISSAL FROM THE EVENT. If you would like an additional digital download of a different performance, sign up under “Events” on the parent portal beginning May 2nd.

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

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