Performance Week
May 26th - 31st, 2020
Location:
Garde Arts Center (GAC)
325 State Street, New London, CT 06320
Phone: 860.444.6766 | Box Office: 860.444.7373
gardearts.org
Garde Arts Center (GAC)
325 State Street, New London, CT 06320
Phone: 860.444.6766 | Box Office: 860.444.7373
gardearts.org
Weekly classes end Sat., May 23rd.
*** There are no classes at the studio during performance week! ***
*** There are no classes at the studio during performance week! ***
*Rehearsals at GAC are closed to the public.
The theatre's seating area is closed and will not be open nor staffed during rehearsals.
Parents are welcome to wait in the lower lobby.
The theatre's seating area is closed and will not be open nor staffed during rehearsals.
Parents are welcome to wait in the lower lobby.
Please read the info on this page which will answer the majority of your questions.
Schedule & Details
Marquee Photo
Tuesday, May 26th, 2020
6:30 pm
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(Rain Date: Wed., May 27th)
Join us for a group photo in costume under the marquee!
On Stage Leotard Rehearsals
Thursday, May 28th, 2020
Acts 1 & 3
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Acts 1 & 3
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Friday, May 29th, 2020
Acts 2 & 3
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Acts 2 & 3
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Dress Rehearsal
Saturday, May 30th, 2020
Acts 1, 2 & 3
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Dress Rehearsal is a key component of a successful performance. Participation is essential. Technical elements are practiced resulting in a professional and successful performance for all. Dress Rehearsal at GAC is closed to the public.
Benefits of a Dress RehearsalRehearsals are the best antidote for performance "butterflies" as they help instill confidence in the dancer’s performance.
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Tips for Dress RehearsalDancers should arrive at the GAC dressed in their first costume,
with hair & makeup complete, and wearing a cover-up & street shoes. Remove all jewelry (except wedding bands), temporary tattoos & nail polish before leaving home. |
Performance Day
Sunday, May 31th, 2020
2 pm Curtain
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2 pm Curtain
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Info for Performers
Check in Times are found on the Performance Week Schedule: Download Schedule.
Please follow the same procedures as Dress Rehearsal.
Please remove the following before arriving at the theatre:
Please follow the same procedures as Dress Rehearsal.
Please remove the following before arriving at the theatre:
- all jewelry (except wedding bands)
- temporary tattoos
- nail polish
Info for the Audience
Performance Day
Box Office will be open 12-2 pm.
Seating begins at 1:30 pm
Curtain is at 2:00 pm
Please arrive early.
Be sure to share the Latecomer & Backstage Policies below with family & friends. Thanks!
Box Office will be open 12-2 pm.
Seating begins at 1:30 pm
Curtain is at 2:00 pm
Please arrive early.
Be sure to share the Latecomer & Backstage Policies below with family & friends. Thanks!
Latecomer Policy
GAC requests all latecomers (and patrons who leave the theatre during an act) to sit or stand in the back of the theatre until there is a pause in the program. Please be cooperative with the ushers who will seat you ASAP.
GAC Ushers will not seat patrons while a dance is in progress. This reduces the chance of latecomers blocking the view of seated patrons, and eliminates unnecessary distractions to the performer on stage.
GAC Ushers will not seat patrons while a dance is in progress. This reduces the chance of latecomers blocking the view of seated patrons, and eliminates unnecessary distractions to the performer on stage.
Backstage Policy
For the privacy and safety of our students, the dressing rooms and backstage areas are kept private. One Access Pass Holder is permitted to drop off and pick up the dancer from the Main Dressing Room.
Guests who wish to greet or present flowers to a dancer may do so in the GAC Lobby or exterior after the conclusion of the performance.
Guests who wish to greet or present flowers to a dancer may do so in the GAC Lobby or exterior after the conclusion of the performance.
Top 10 Habits of Outstanding Audience Members
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Remembers to turn off his/her mobile phone, iPhone, Rolex, or anything else that might beep, honk, woof or belt out a Broadway tune in the dark. 2 Removes his/her hat so it won’t obstruct the view of other patrons. 3 Expresses appreciation for the performers with a loud burst of applause and/or a “Bravo” or “Brava” at the end of a piece. 4 Never waves, stands up or yells out to the performers knowing it will break the dancer’s concentration. 5 Remains seated until intermission. |
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Refrains from talking during the show knowing he/she might be sitting next to someone who came to see the dancers who are presently on stage. 7 Goes easy on cologne & perfume since many patrons are highly allergic to scents. 8 Exits the theater quickly if his/her infant cries. 9 Leaves all cameras, 35 mm cameras, Flip Video cameras, video cameras, camcorders, tablets & electronic games & readers asleep at home. 10 If late, remains seated in the back of the theatre until an usher is available to seat him/her. |