Welcome
to our Important Nutcracker Information Page

 

General Performance Information:

 

Location, date and time:

Spreckels Theater in Rohnert Park on:

DEC 20, 2024 at 7:00 PM

DEC 21, 2024 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM

DEC 22, 2024 at 2:00 PM

 

Call times (times your dancer must arrive) are TWO hours before the performance, so 4PM for evening shows and 12PM for matinee shows.

 

Participation:

- Intro Ballet level dancers (age 5-6) will perform in two shows of four: one matinee and one evening. Casting will determine which performances they will be in. You will find out which shows your child is in, when casting is ready.

- All other dancers are required to be in all shows.

- Rehearsals are separate from class time so as to not compromise continued learning in class

- Dancers must attend all rehearsals with ONE missed rehearsal allowance. Absences must be communicated through email to santarosadancetheater@gmail.com.

- All parents are required to volunteer. See details in contract.

 

Deadlines and Important Dates (please mark your calendars):

Sept 30th, 2024 - Registration Deadline

Oct 4th - Casting posted at studio (Contact us for an email of casting if needed).

Oct 12, 2024 - First rehearsals begin

Oct 19, 2024 - Mandatory Parent Meetings at the studio

     Intro Ballet Parents at 10:30 am

     Levels 1 - 2.5, plus any new dancers/ parents at 11:30 am

Oct 19, 2024 - Name-check for cast T-Shirts and Hoodies due

Oct 23, 2024 - Parent volunteer job sign-up or opt-out deadline

Nov 1, 2024 - T-Shirt and Hoodie orders deadline

Nov 1, 2024 - Program ad submissions deadline

Dec 7, 2024 - Full-cast, in-studio rehearsal

Dec 14, 2024 - Mandatory, full-cast, in-studio dress rehearsal

Dec 19, 2024 - Mandatory tech/ dress rehearsal at the theater

Dec 20, 21, 22 - Performance days

 

Times TBA. Keep an eye on the board and emails.

 

Additional information on costumes, rehearsals, and mandatory volunteer work are listed below in our contract. Please read thoroughly.

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Performance Contract:

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FEE: I understand there is a registration fee to be in the Nutcracker. This covers the cost of seamstress services, paying teachers for rehearsal time, dancer’s insurance, music license fees, studio communication costs, costume transport fees and more. I also understand the fee is NON REFUNDABLE.

 

Fee for Intro Ballet dancers is $125 (only involved in two of four performances) and for all other dancers the fee is $225. 

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Our fees have increased this year to cover two important causes: One, to hire a seamstress that will professionally costume and fit our dancers. And two, to pay a living wage to our incredible teachers for their rehearsal and backstage time. Thank you for your collaboration in fostering a sustainable performance program for our community.

 

ATTENDANCE: I understand it is required that dancers in the performance attend all regular classes (aside from injury or illness), and all assigned rehearsals, mandatory rehearsals and performances.

 

Each dancer is permitted to miss ONE rehearsal before losing their spot in the show. We understand this is difficult, but it is imperative we have full casts when rehearsing as choreographic placements could otherwise be disrupted.

 

DRESS CODE: I agree to read and purchase all necessary dress code items for the performance.

 

The dress code is listed on our website Santarosadancetheater.com under the "Classes" --> "Dress Code" tab, as well as below:

 

GIRLS:

- The required footed ballet tights to perform in our performances are the Capezio brand, color pink. Either # 1816, 1816C (child), 1825, 1825C (child), 1825 X (toddler), 1916, 1916C (child), 1916X (toddler).

- Leotards: the exact leotards shown per level on our dress code page need to be worn during any of these performances: https://www.santarosadancetheater.com/dress-code

- Shoes: ALL children need CLEAN ballet shoes and or pointe shoes. Girls need salmon solid pink color, not too pink and nothing on it!

 

BOYS: 

- The color tights and shoes depend on which role they'll perform. But most likely black, footed tights, white tank top and black shoes. 

 

CASTING: I understand that casting may change at any time. I also understand that dancers may be repositioned or re-cast in the case of injury of other dancers.

 

Casting is carefully decided based on your child's age, readiness, skill, performance ability, level and movement quality. Casting is final and not up for discussion. Please encourage your dancer to do their best in whatever role they are given, as every role is important in adding to the magic of the show.

 

INJURY: Should an injury occur, I understand my dancer is still required to come to all rehearsals so as to not fall behind in understanding choreography and staging. I understand that should an injury prevent my dancer from participating in the performance, the registration fee is still non-refundable. All fees are put to good use quickly and therefore cannot be returned. Should orthopaedic injury occur during rehearsal or performance, I authorize Dr. Christa Christianson, PT, DPT, CSCS to medically advise and/or treat dancers as needed.

 

All injuries shall be dealt with in a timely manner by the parents/ guardians in order to keep our dancers healthy.

 

REHEARSAL SCHEDULE: I agree to check the rehearsal schedule on a weekly basis as rehearsal times change regularly depending on which roles need more rehearsal over time. I will also check the board for information on costume fittings, any other performance updates, revisions or information.

 

VOLUNTEERING: I, the parent/ guardian, understand the volunteer requirements and agree to volunteering for 2 jobs per dancer I enroll.

 

This can be split amongst parent/ guardians or other family members. Your support in putting on this production is crucial. If you choose not to volunteer, we ask for a $50 non-volunteer fee PER JOB you are opting out of. So, if you opt out of both volunteer jobs, you pay $100.

 

CHANGE: I understand rules, policies, and regulations are subject to change.

 

COVID-19 and OTHER ILLNESS:

I agree that I will not send my dancer to rehearsal if sick, unless it is a minor illness, in which case, my dancer will wear a mask to reduce risk of spreading infection. I also understand I am at risk for contracting COVID-19 and/or other illness during this large gathering of the rehearsals and performances. I agree to not hold Santa Rosa Dance Theater responsible for any illnesses my child may be exposed to during this time.

 

We value wellness in our dancers, and as the winter approaches and stressors are high, illnesses can spread rapidly through studios suring performance seasons. We ask for your utmost mindfulness in keeping yourself, your dancer and other dancers healthy.

 

CONSENT TO PARTICIPATE AND LIABILITY WAIVER: I GIVE MY CONSENT FOR THE ABOVE NAMED DANCER TO PARTICIPATE IN SANTA ROSA DANCE THEATER’S PERFORMANCES AT SPRECKELS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER. PARTICIPATION INCLUDES REHEARSALS AT THE SCHOOL AS WELL AS DRESS REHEARSALS AND PERFORMANCES AT THE THEATER. 

I ALSO AGREE NOT TO HOLD SANTA ROSA DANCE THEATER OR ANYONE ACTING ON ITS BEHALF, RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INJURY OCCURRING TO THE ABOVE NAMED STUDENT IN THE COURSE OF 

DANCE/THEATER ACTIVITIES.

I AGREE WITH ALL ABOVE STATEMENTS AND WILL ADHERE TO ALL POLICIES.

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More details will be discussed in our parent meeting.

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General Timeblocks for Rehearsals:​​

will be broken down into smaller, more specific time blocks each week

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THURSDAY PM: 5:30-7:30 - BATTLE SCENE

FRIDAY PM 4:00-7:00 - SNOW, FLOWERS, DIVERTISSEMENT 

SATURDAY AM 11:30-6:30 - PARTY SCENE, ANGELS, DIVERTISSEMENT 

 

3 Important items to note regarding rehearsals:​

1) Specific rehearsal times for each role will be posted weekly, both on the board at the studio, and on the website under "Performances" --> "Nutcracker Rehearsal Schedule". It is your responsibility to keep track of your rehearsal times weekly.

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2) Full-cast (everyone) rehearsals are scheduled in December in addition to the normal weekly rehearsal times. This is so we can piece-together the show. See important dates above.

 

3) Additional rehearsal times are subject to be added as needed. Thank you for your flexibility as we give each role the attention it needs.