Shannon Rush Dance

Arrival & Participation-Be Early:

Please arrive no more than 10 minutes early to your scheduled time slot to ensure your dancer is ready for their group photo.

-Photo Ready: All dancers must arrive in full costume with hair and makeup done, wearing the correct color tights and shoes.

-Strict Scheduling: We run on a strict schedule and cannot retake group photos if a dancer misses their assigned time.

-Individual Shots: If your dancer cannot attend their group time slot, individual photos can be taken throughout the day at any location.

-Purchasing: You can conveniently purchase these dance memories during the recital dress rehearsal. Costume Care & Appearance-To ensure every dancer looks their best, please follow these guidelines:

-Handling: Hang your costume immediately upon receiving it. Do not wear it outside of designated fittings or the recital.

-Cleaning: Costumes should not be washed in a washing machine.

-Tutu Care: If your costume has a tutu, hang it upside down by the crotch to help it regain its fullness and release wrinkles.

-Tights & Shoes: All dancers must wear Capezio Ultrasoft tights. Please refer to the attached list for the specific tight and shoe colors required for your dancer's class

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The "Extras": Dancers may not wear jewelry, nail polish, or underwear (tights have a built-in lining, and underwear will show under the leotard).

Makeup: While not mandatory, we strongly encourage at least blush/bronzer, mascara, and lipstick so features are not washed out by bright lights.

Hair Requirements:Hair must be pulled back into a professional ballet bun with a part over the left eye. This is the required hairstyle for both Picture

Day and the Recital/Dress Rehearsal. We have attached detailed instructions and a video below—remember, practice makes perfect!

Downloadable PDF file - How to make a bun - click here

Video - How to make a bun - click here

Note for Our Male Dancers:

We haven't forgotten about our gentlemen! Since male costumes and grooming requirements vary significantly by dance style and class, the standard bun and tutu instructions do not apply.

Guidance: Please speak directly with your dancer's instructor for specific guidance on how they would like their hair styled for photos.
Costume Coordination: Your instructor will also provide details on what specific items (such as socks or undershirts) should be worn with their costume.

Shoes & Tights: Please refer to the attached class list to confirm the required footwear for their specific routine.