Dearest Families,
With hearts aglow and the warmest of welcomes, we are thrilled to extend to you an invitation to Bella Ballet’s Inaugural Enchanted Ballet Recital!
For over 12 years, Bella Ballet has been dedicated to empowering our youngest dancers, nurturing their confidence and love for the art of dance. This year, we have curated a special experience just for our tiny dancers—a dazzling, age-appropriate wonderland where magic and movement intertwine. Each pirouette and twirl has been lovingly crafted to transport our performers and their adoring audience to a realm where dreams take center stage.
Our inaugural Enchanted Ball is designed to offer all the magic and wonder of a grand recital in a shorter, more intimate format, perfectly suited for our littlest ballerinas. This ensures that each moment is as delightful as a fairy tale come to life, allowing their inner light to shine ever so brightly.
So, don your most dazzling attire, gather your loved ones, and prepare to be swept away into a realm where grace meets wonder, music ignites joy, and your child becomes the star of their own fairytale.
Welcome to Enchanted Ball
We are simply over the moon to embark on this enchanting journey with you and your child. Whether your little one is twirling onto the stage for the very first time or is already a seasoned Bella Ballet star, know that you are in the most caring of hands.
This packet is brimming with every detail you’ll need to feel completely confident and prepared—because just like the magic of dance, we believe in effortless elegance and stress-free sparkle! After all, we’ve been crafting magical recital experiences for over 12 years, and it is our greatest joy to make sure your family feels cherished, celebrated, and utterly enchanted every step of the way.
If you have any questions, let us be your guiding light—we are always here for you. Thank you for allowing us to share this beautiful moment with your family. Now, let’s create something truly unforgettable together! ✨
We will be sending out informational videos so you know exactly what to expect with all recital related details. Please do not hesitate to reach out to the Bella Ballet staff in the meantime if you have any questions!
Table of Contents
✨ ENCHANTED BALL DRESS REHEARSAL & RECITAL ✨
The following classes will participate in the Enchanted Ball Dress Rehearsal and Recital ONLY!
⭐ Bella’s Opening
⭐ Hero & Me
⭐ Monday 3:30 Princess Ballet 3-4
⭐ Tuesday 2:30 Ballet/Hip Hop
⭐ Saturday 10:00 Princess Ballet 3-4 (Bella Ballet)
⭐ Saturday 10:00 Princess Ballet 3-4 (Empower)
⭐ Wednesday 3:30 Musical Theatre 4-5
⭐ Saturday 11:00 Princess Ballet 3-4 (Bella Ballet)
⭐ Saturday 12:00 Princess Ballet 3-4 (Bella Ballet)
⭐ Sunday 10:00 Princess Ballet 3-4
⭐ Sunday 11:00 Princess Ballet 3-4
⭐ Tuesday 10:30 Princess Ballet 3-4
⭐ Friday 4:30 Princess Ballet 4-5
⭐ Tuesday 4:30 Princess Ballet 3-4
⭐ Wednesday 11:00 Princess Ballet 3-4
Enchanted Ball Mandatory Dress Rehearsal: Saturday, June 7th
📍 Location: Quince Orchard High School
10:00 AM – Group 1 Arrival
Classes in Group 1:
👑 All Bella's Teams
👑 Hero & Me
👑 Monday 3:30 Princess Ballet (Ages 3-4)
👑 Tuesday 2:30 Ballet/Hip Hop
👑 Saturday 10:00 Princess Ballet (Ages 3-4) – Bella Ballet
👑 Saturday 10:00 Princess Ballet (Ages 3-4) – Empower
👑 Wednesday 3:30 Musical Theatre (Ages 4-5)
👑 Saturday 11:00 Princess Ballet (Ages 3-4) – Bella Ballet
11:00 AM – Group 2 Arrival
Classes in Group 2:
🩰 Saturday 12:00 Princess Ballet (Ages 3-4) – Bella Ballet
🩰 Sunday 10:00 Princess Ballet (Ages 3-4)
🩰 Sunday 11:00 Princess Ballet (Ages 3-4)
🩰 Tuesday 10:30 Princess Ballet (Ages 3-4)
🩰 Friday 4:30 Princess Ballet (Ages 4-5)
🩰 Tuesday 4:30 Princess Ballet (Ages 3-4)
🩰 Wednesday 11:00 Princess Ballet (Ages 3-4)
ONE parent or guardian must stay with their child at Dress Rehearsal.
🌸 Check-In & Backstage Process
Check-In at Quince Orchard High School:
• Entrance: Enter through the main doors and proceed to the check-in station.
• Check-In Stations: Organized by last name for efficient processing.
• Materials Provided: Receive security pass, child pass, and wristband (plus 'Costume Changer' badge if applicable).
🌸 Cafeteria Holding Area
• Designated Waiting Areas: Each class has a specific spot in the cafeteria. Parents must stay the entire time with their child.
• What to Bring: An optional blanket to sit on and a quiet activity to keep your child occupied during waiting times.
🌸 Backstage & Stage Process
• Supervision: Bella Ballet staff and parent volunteers will oversee dancers.
• Transition to Stage: Parents escort children to the backstage area when their class is called.
• Viewing Rehearsal: Once on stage, class volunteers sit in the reserved row to watch the rehearsal.
• Post-Rehearsal: After rehearsal, promptly return to the backstage waiting area.
🌸 Exit Procedure
• Dismissal: After class rehearsal, security will match child and parent passes before dismissal.
• Timely Departure: A prompt exit is required to maintain the schedule's organization.
🌸 Additional Guidelines
• Arrival Promptness: Please arrive at your designated time. Late arrivals will not be able to perform.
• Mandatory Attendance: Dress rehearsal is required to ensure dancers are comfortable on stage, familiar with routines, and fully prepared.
• Closed House Policy: Only one parent per child (with a security pass) is allowed in the audience. No additional family members or siblings are permitted.
• Parental Supervision: This is not a drop-off event—a parent or guardian must remain with their child at all times.
• Attire: Dancers should arrive fully dressed in costume, tights, and shoes, with hair and makeup ready.
For dancers in multiple classes, arrive in the first costume; dressing rooms will be available for subsequent changes.
• Costume Changes: Parents are responsible for all costume changes backstage. During the dress rehearsal, parents should remain backstage with their child the entire time.
• Food Restrictions: Due to severe allergies, no outside food is allowed. Please ensure your child eats beforehand.
• Follow assigned schedule: Staggered drop-off times reduce wait times.
• Respect closed house policy: Only one guardian per dancer allowed inside.
By following these guidelines, we can ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all beautiful ballerinas!
✨ ENCHANTED BALL RECITAL DAY✨
Date: Sunday, June 8th
Location: 🏰 Quince Orchard High School
Schedule:
• 8:15 AM: Parent Volunteers Arrive
• 8:30 AM: Children and One Parent Arrive
• 8:30 AM: Doors Open for Guests
• 9:00 AM: The Enchanted Show Begins
🌸 Important Notes
• All participants must arrive at 8:30 AM sharp. There are no staggered arrival times on Recital Day.
• The same parent from the Dress Rehearsal must check in the child at the lobby station.
• Upon check-in, you'll receive a security pass, which is required for child pickup after the recital.
• No child will be released without the security pass.
• After check-in performers will be waiting in the cafeteria until they perform.
• Royal Entertainment: We will have princesses backstage for royal entertainment and to help with any last minute pre performance butterflies!
• Security personnel and volunteers will monitor the entire event to ensure everyone's safety.
• Dancers should arrive fully dressed in their costume, tights, and shoes, with hair and makeup completed.
• For Dancers in Multiple Classes: Same directions as Dress Rehearsal
• Dancers are required to stay for the entire performance to fully experience the magic of the event.
• Due to severe allergies, no outside food is allowed. Please ensure your child eats beforehand.
🌸 Recital Itinerary
• When it's time for their performance, volunteers and security will escort children backstage.
• Guardians are expected to remain seated for the duration of the show to enjoy the performances.
• After performing, children will stay backstage until the show concludes.
• One parent should pick up their child from the cafeteria using the provided security pass.
👗 Costume Details
• Assigned recital costume, hair accessory (if applicable), appropriate dance shoes
• The same costume will be used for Dress Rehearsal, Recital, and Picture Day.
• Costumes will be distributed starting April 1st, with in-class try-ons for parents to attend. You will receive the costume and hair accessories together.
• Costumes cannot be replaced if damaged. Please store them safely until the recital.
• Individual class costume sheets will be sent via email and as a paper copy with the costume.
• After the recital, children are welcome to wear their costume anytime!
🎟️ Tickets
• Performers and volunteers do not need tickets.
• All other attendees, including parents, family, and guests, will need tickets. Details will be provided separately.
🌸 Tights & Shoe Requirements
Princess Ballet or Ballet/Hip Hop
• Tights: Ballerina Pink or Skin Tone
• Shoes: Pink or Skin Tone Leather Ballet Shoes (must match tights)
Musical Theatre/Jazz
• Tights: Skin Tone
• Shoes: Skin Tone Slip-On Jazz Shoes
Purchasing:
• Tights and shoes are available through Bella Ballet.
• If shoes are getting small, consider sizing up by half to ensure they last through the recital!
✨ Glitz & Glamour In-Class Dress Rehearsal ✨
DATES: Friday, May 16 – Thursday, May 22
• All classes participate in this extra rehearsal wearing their costumes
• Students will come to class dressed in their recital costume, required tights & shoes with full hair and makeup as listed on the costume sheet provided.
• Closed rehearsal – the band live stream will not be available for this class only
• Teachers will ensure dancers are stage-ready for recital weekend
• Additional details will be provided for combination classes with multiple costumes
🤝 Volunteers 🤝
No volunteers needed for Dress Rehearsal
(a parent or guardian must stay with each child).
Class volunteers will be required for each class on recital day
Other volunteer jobs available include flower distribution, ticket scanners, ushers etc.
Volunteer sign up will be done through the Mandatory Recital Form found here.
💄 Hair & Make-Up 💄
Hair:
• All ballet classes must have hair in a slicked-back, high ballet bun for the Dress Rehearsal, Recital, and Picture Day unless otherwise specified.
• We suggest using bobby pins, hair nets, and hairspray to achieve that beautiful bun!
• All hair must have flyaways sprayed in place.
Below are tutorials for Bella Ballet-approved ballet buns for your reference:
• Fine/Toddler Hair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NYEnBvrNv0
• Natural Hair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjCqr28fmyc
• Thick Hair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LigX_4BMbgs
• Braided/Cornrow Hair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItTqN5AyRfo
(Begin at 4:26)
Boys:
• All male students must have their hair gelled back and sprayed off their face for the Dress Rehearsal, Recital, and Picture Day unless otherwise specified.
• All hair must have flyaways sprayed in place.
• If your child’s hair is in braids, no problem!
Below is a tutorial for Bella Ballet & Empower by Bella Ballet-approved hair for your reference:
• Straight Hair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STaLPeaW7ak&t=81s
Make-Up:
• Specific class makeup colors are noted on each class's hair and makeup information.
• Since the children are young, light blush, waterproof mascara, and lipstick/lip gloss will
Hair & Make Up Services:
• Hair & Make Up services will be provided by appointment only for an additional fee
• Sign-up for the services will be found on the Mandatory Recital Form. (linked below)
• Students will be scheduled in show order and may be requested to arrive earlier than the normal scheduled time
• If you do not sign up for hair and/or make up services children must arrive in costume with hair and make up completed.
🎟️ Tickets 🎟️
• Tickets will go on sale online on May 1st.
• All attendees aged 2 and older will need a ticket to attend.
• Only our student performers and class volunteers in that specific recital do not need a ticket.
• Tickets are non-refundable.
• We will send an email and post on social media when tickets go on sale.
📋 Mandatory Recital Form 📋
Mandatory Form Required: All participants must complete the form for recital participation.
Deadline: Submit by March 20th to participate in Dress Rehearsal and Recital.
Form Link: MANDATORY RECITAL FORM
What the Form Includes:
• Provide Emergency Contact Information (Mandatory)
• Sign Up as a Parent Volunteer
• Sign Up for Hair & Make Up Services
• Pre-Order Ballerina Bouquets
• Pre-Order Professional Recital Video
• Submit Recital Shoe, Tight Order, Skin Tone Leotard
• Pre-Order 2025 Bella Ballet Recital T-Shirt
• Pre-Order "2025 Memory Book"
• Submit Memory Book Ads
• Submit a Business Sponsorship
Purchases Optional: Select or type 'none' if you do not wish to order.
Submission Required: Every participant must complete the form by March 20th. Thank you for your cooperation
Ballerina Shout-Outs & Business Sponsorships
• The 2025 Memory Book is a special keepsake for our dancers!
• Features class photos, heartfelt ballerina shoutouts, and sponsor acknowledgments.
• A cherished recital memento to preserve the magic for years to come!
• Support our dancers by placing an ad in the 2025 Memory Book—a cherished keepsake for years to come.
• Ballerina Shoutout Ads provide a heartfelt way for families to recognize their dancers.
• Business Sponsorship Ads offer a wonderful opportunity for community members to show their support while making a meaningful impact.
📸Photography: Picture Day📸
📸Photography: Recital Images 📸
💖Hero & Me Dance Number!💖
What a beautiful moment to have your child dance with their hero! All children are invited to participate in this magical dance routine as part of the recital.
Details:
• Open to: All students enrolled in Spring Dancing Duos or current classes.
• Registration: Feb 10 – Mar 1 (or until sold out, first come, first served).
• Dance Partner: Must be a family member/guardian (16+ years old).
• Sign Up: Log into Parent Portal and register for the Hero & Me dance that matches your child’s recital.
• Cost:
• $99 per couple (includes rehearsals).
• $130 child costume fee (due March 20).
• Mandatory Rehearsals: Must attend all three.
Additional details will be emailed closer to the rehearsal dates.
• Rehearsal #1: Saturday, March 29th
• 12:00-1:00 OR 1:30-2:30
• Rehearsal #2: Sunday, April 6
• 12:00-1:00 OR 1:30-2:30
• Rehearsal #3: Saturday, May 10
• SHOW 1: 11:00-11:45
• SHOW 2: 12:00-12:45
• SHOW 3: 1:00-1:45
✨Audience Information: What to Expect✨
In our dedication to fostering an environment of respect, professionalism, and positive role modeling for our young dancers, we emphasize the importance of appropriate audience behavior during our dance recital. As we gather to celebrate the accomplishments and hard work of our students, we kindly remind all attendees to observe the following guidelines, ensuring a respectful and enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
• Timeliness: Arrive early to find your seat; late arrivals may need to wait for an appropriate break.
• Attention & Respect: Silence and put away electronic devices; no flash photography or recording.
• Applause Etiquette: Applaud at appropriate times, such as after a piece or when invited.
• Stay Until the End: Remain seated until the final curtain call to support all performers.
• Model Behavior: Set a positive example with patience, enthusiasm, and respect.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful children with Bella Ballet and Empower by Bella Ballet and allowing us to share the gift of dance. If you have any questions, please feel free to call 301-977-7300, text 301-970-3488 or email [email protected]
"Building Confident Ballerinas One Twirl at a Time.."
