IMPORTANT DATES
mark your calendars
Tickets on Sale: Fri 24th October
Dress Rehearsal: Sun 2nd November
Concert Day: Sun 16th November
Photo Day: Sun 30th November
Table of Contents
You will find most (if not all!) answers to a concert question in this handbook. Please make sure to read through each section. Should you have any question that you cannot find the answer for, please contact us at info@ignitedanceco.com.au
General information is listed below. Age group specific information, including arrival times and schedules, is linked at the bottom of this page, please make sure you read through the information relevant to your child’s age group.
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On sale Fri 24th October. Scroll down for more info
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Scroll down for basic costume info, then please see your age group specific info for costume details (accessible via the links at the bottom of this page).
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Scroll down for basic info and tutorial. For routine specific information, head to your age group pages (accessible via the links at the bottom of this page)
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Sun 2nd November at IDC Studios. Pre-Primary and above students only. Scroll down for more info
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Sun 16th November. Scroll down for more info
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Sun 30th November. Scroll down for more info
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Accessible via the links at the bottom of this page
TICKET SALES
Concert tickets will be released on Friday 24th Oct from 1pm.
All sales will be online via Ticketek here.
Mark your calendar as tickets sell quickly.
Ticket Pricing
Adults - $45
Pensioners / Concession - $35
Children (ages 4 - 17years) - $25
Children 3 and under - FREE sitting on a knee.
If your toddler (not performing) requires a seat, you will need to purchase a child’s ticket.
If your pre-school performer is over 3 and/or requires a seat for the other half of the show, a ticket will need to be purchased.
You will be emailed a discount code to access a special ticket type, “Preschool Performer,” so that you can purchase a seat for no cost. Further details will be emailed to you.
COSTUMES
All costumes will go home with students in early Term 4. When picking up your costume/s, please refer to the costume checklist for your childs age group (specific age group info linked below) so that you can be sure you have all items, correct shoes & stockings etc.
We will keep you updated as to when costumes are ready to be picked up from the front desk.
STUDENT CARD
When you pick up your costumes, you will receive a student card for your child. It will list your child’s name, their routines, and a brief description of each costume
Please attach this to your child’s costume bag.
This MUST be brought along with you (pinned on their costume bag), on the concert day.
WHERE DO I GET A COSTUME BAG?
We have some great costume bags available for purchase from the studio for $20 each. These are good quality, zip closed bags with an additional pocket for accessories, shoes, stockings etc. You can also use your own garment/suit bag, please ensure it has a zipper.
ONCE YOU TAKE YOUR COSTUMES HOME
All costumes must be kept in good condition so that they look beautiful onstage!
Please make sure you try them on as soon as possible. You are welcome to make any small adjustments (eg. tightening/loosening straps). If there are any major issues with costume fitting, please let us know asap so that we can offer guidance and help where need be, or provide suggestions re: alteration.
As soon as you open each costume, please make sure to LABEL THE TAGS INSIDE. This is so important to ensure there is no confusion or lost property backstage.
After trying them on, costumes must be hung up & covered in a costume/garment bag.
WHAT ABOUT ACCESSORIES?
Your child's costume may come with a hairpiece or other accessory. These will not be given out until the concert day.
Accessories will be kept backstage after your child performs, and taken back to the studio. If your child is attending photo day, they will be available to collect them that day. If your child is not attending photo day, you can collect your accessories from the front desk in the weeks following the concert.
Please note some costumes may not come with accessories.
HAIR & MAKE UP
Stage makeup is applied because strong stage lights can wash faces out completely. All students must have hair & makeup done when they arrive.
Please note make-up is not compulsory for preschool students. Our younger students can wear a lighter application of makeup, which will counteract the stage lights. However, if you wish to refrain from using makeup that is completely fine. For all other students, please follow the guidelines below.
MAKE UP
A foundation base – please make sure to blend foundation to the neck and that it matches your child’s skin tone
Blush in a natural tone
Eyeshadow in natural tones – browns/pinks
Eyeliner - can be black or dark brown
Black Mascara
Red Lipstick
No nail polish or jewellery.
HAIR
Please see the concert routine order in the “Costume” section of your age group, which lists each hairstyle required. Check the order for your child’s first routine to see how they should arrive at the venue. If you see your child will require a hair change, please ensure they have all hair items packed. Backstage helpers will help with any hair changes.
Students will require either a low ponytail, or a low bun. These are both with a centre part. Please see the tutorial video below for guidance. Ensure it is tidy and tight, using hairspray/gel to keep it in place. Buns will require a hair net and bun/hair pins (not bobby pins).
1 packet of strong hair elastics to match your child’s hair colour
1 packet of both bun pins & bobby pins to match your child’s hair colour
Comb
Round hair brush
Hairspray
1 packet of thin hair bun nets to match your child’s hair colour (please do not purchase the thick, woven kind)
Some students need to arrive with their hair in a bun. Please ensure hair pins and a bun net are used, and pack extras in case hair needs to be fixed backstage
ITEM CHECKLIST
DRESS
REHEARSAL
WHAT'S INVOLVED?
A rehearsal to allow students (Pre-Primary and above), teachers & backstage volunteers to be completely prepared for performance and backstage processes.
This is an important opportunity for students to rehearse routines in concert order and in full costume. Pre-school students are not required for dress rehearsal.
When: Sunday 2 November
Where: Our studio
What to wear / bring:
Arrive in first costume
Bring all other costumes in costume bag
Shoes (please check what shoes are required in the Age Group Info section of this handbook)
Stockings (please check which stockings are required in the Age Group Info section of this handbook)
Hair should be done as per Age Group Info instructions for concert
Snacks
Water
ARRIVAL & END TIMES
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Arrival: 9:00am
Finish: Approx 10:50am
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Arrival: 11:00am
Finish: Approx 2:00pm
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Arrival: 2:00pm
Finish: Approx 3:40pm
HOW LONG DOES MY CHILD NEED TO STAY?
Please see arrival and finish times above. The full rehearsal schedule is listed in your Age Group specific information. Depending on how many routines your child is performing in, you may pick them up after their last routine if you wish. Otherwise, all students will be brought out to the waiting area at the finish time listed.
DO PARENTS NEED TO STAY?
You are welcome to stay but we ask that you wait outside during the rehearsal.
We ask for all parents who have signed up to be backstage volunteers to be present throughout the rehearsal. You will be assigned to your child’s group so that you can get to know the children, and familiarise yourselves with the concert run and each costume change.
PICK UP PROCEDURE
When you arrive for pick up, please wait in either the undercover waiting area or the driveway. We will have alphabetical pick up lines signposted along the brick wall. Students will be brought out and lined up here for parents to then collect their child.
CONCERT DAY
When: Sunday 16 November
Where: The Pavilion Performing Arts Centre, Eton St, Sutherland
DROP OFF PROCEDURE
All Pre-Primary to Open students are to be dropped off at the Stage Door entrance (next to Peace Park - see map below). There will be staff/volunteers here, with age group signs, to process sign in and access through the stage door. No parents (apart from listed volunteers) will be permitted backstage for drop off or pick up.
Pre-School parents please see age group specific information for drop off and pick up details.
Important: Please ensure you arrive on time for your drop off. The stage door can only be opened through an access pass which staff will have. With a very tight schedule during concert day, we will not be able to stay at the stage door entry for longer than required.
Students will need to arrive dressed in their first costume, with hair and makeup done. Please see your Age Group specific info for the order of routines.
WHAT TO BRING CHECKLIST
Costumes, hung in costume bag, with student card attached to front of the bag
A small bag/small storage box for all other belongings, labelled with students name:
Correct shoes
Correct stockings*
Water bottle and lunchbox with snacks (please do not pack any nut products as we have both staff members & students with anaphylactic allergies)
Make up & hair items
Quiet activities eg. colouring or books (no valuables, no textas)
*Correct stockings = ballet stockings with ballet shoes, tan stockings with jazz/tap shoes. Stockings are available from the front desk.
ARRIVAL TIMES
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Arrival time: 1:30pm
Please see age group specific information for Pre-School drop off procedure
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Arrival time: 1:30pm
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Arrival time: 10:30am
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Arrival time: 10:30am
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Arrival time: 9:00am
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Arrival time: 9:00am
WHAT NOT TO BRING
No jewellery or valuables
No foods or drinks that may easily cause stains
Please make sure to label all items with your child’s name to avoid as little lost property as possible
PICK UP PROCEDURE
At the end of the show, all students will be on stage for the finale and a short presentation.
Pre-school parents ONLY will be asked to make their way to the pre-school room to collect their children. We know how exciting it is to see your little dancer afterwards, but please ensure only one adult per child enters the room to collect them, and meet the rest of your family & friends outside to celebrate instead :)
All other students will return to their dressing rooms and collect their things. Once dressing rooms are closed students will be ushered out to Peace Park for pick up, at staggered intervals starting with our Pre-Primary/Primary group. Please make sure your child is signed out before leaving.
WHO WILL BE IN THE DRESSING ROOM?
Only staff members and parent volunteers will be permitted backstage. Any adult who is not a backstage volunteer will not be permitted into the dressing room before, during or after the show.
PHOTO DAY
When: Sunday 30 November
Where: Our studio
What to wear / bring:
Costume items
Shoes (please check what shoes are required in the Age Group Info section of this handbook)
Stockings (please check which stockings are required in the Age Group Info section of this handbook)
Hair should be done as per concert instructions in this handbook
All students need to be dressed & ready to go at least 10mins before their first photo.
Cost: $15
If you had indicated that you would like to be involved in Photo Day on your concert permission slip, the $15 fee for the day has been added to your Term 4 invoice
ARRIVAL & END TIMES
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Start: 9:00am
Finish: Approx 9:50am
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Start: 9:50am
Finish: Approx 11:20am
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Start: 11:20am
10u Finish: Approx 3:15pm
12u Finish: Approx: 4:00pm
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Start: 3:30pm
Pre-Teen Finish: Approx 7:10pm
Teen/Open Finish: Approx. 7:30pm
HOW WILL IT WORK?
Photo sessions will take place in Studio 1
Studio 2 will be used for costume changes
To keep the photo area quiet & less busy, parents are asked to wait outside. You are welcome to watch through the window, but please be mindful of distraction so that we can make sure children are looking into the camera
Staff & student teachers will stay with students throughout their session. Parents of our youngest dancers will be invited in if needed.
Once your child has finished their individual photos you are able to leave, you do not need to wait for their group to finish.
SIBLING & SOLO PHOTOS
You have the option to get a sibling photo if more than one of your children attend classes at Ignite. Please choose which costume you would like your children to be in for their sibling photo prior to the day, as they will get a photo in ONE costume of your choice (i.e not multiple shoots). Soloist students are also welcome to get a photo in their solo costume.
Sibling photos can take place at the end of your chosen costume’s shoot. e.g. if you would like your child to be in their ballet costume, have their sibling/s ready in their costumes at the same time, and you will be able to tack onto the end of that shoot. Similarly, soloist photos can be tacked onto the end of any shoot that works with your child’s photo schedule. Please note this will be dependent on the overall schedule running on time.
Alternatively, there will also be a slot for sibling and solo shots from 3:30 - 3:45pm which you can choose to make use of.
If you wish to get a sibling/solo photo please let us know prior to the day, so we can keep track of how many will be taking place.
PURCHASING PHOTOS
All purchases of prints or images are to be made directly to the photographer. Photos will be available to select & purchase through the online portal here.
You will be notified of the secure password once Photo Day images are ready to view.
Parents can use the code “ID10” to receive 10% off orders of 3 or more images.
Concert stage photos will also available through the photographer portal. These will be available from Fri 21st November with the password IDCTD2025
CONCERT VIDEO
Having a copy of the concert is a wonderful keepsake for the whole family, and we assure you it will be watched again and again!
The filming company will provide a HD file for you to download at home. This has been included in your concert levy.
You can then choose to save this onto your own usbs, if you wish. The video file will be sent to all families as soon as it becomes available (usually within a month of the concert date).
