April 2024 Newsletter


IMPORTANT

DATES


Sat, April 6th: T-Shirt Order Deadline

Fri, April 15th: Online Recital Ticket Order Site Opens


Thur, April 18th: Recital Ads Due


Sat, May 18th: Last day of class


Sun, May 19th: Tots Showcase

May 20th - 23rd: Dress Rehearsals



May 28th - Jun 1st: RECITALS!


**more details on all

upcoming dates below


APRIL Theme Week -

(Tots, Preschool, Kgn/1st)

April 15th - 20th

Princess/Superhero Week!

**Dress as your favorite

Princess or Super Hero!



WDC SPIRIT WEEKS -

(FOR ALL WDC DANCERS)

April 29th - May 4th:

Crazy Week (dancers can do crazy hair, wear crazy clothes and/or silly socks)

May 6th - May 11th:

Pajama Week

May 13th - May 18th:

WDC Spirit Week

(Dress in WDC apparel, recital t's or Purple/White!)

PICTURE WEEK is upon us!

All classes will have photos taken this week through Saturday, April 6th. Please refer to your Recital Packet, sent home last month, for your dancer's specific day/time or the email sent last week linked HERE.


Online ordering will be available in a couple of weeks on Releve Photo's website HERE!

Recital Reminders ~ Preschool thru Adult Classes

(Tots section is below)



We are so excited for our 2024 recitals for preschool through adult classes the week of May 28th - June 1st at East Ridge High School in Woodbury.

RECITAL & REHEARSAL DATES


RECITAL INFORMATION

A Recital Packet filled with important info was passed out to all dancers in March. Be sure to read through it so you are up-to-date on all things RECITAL! Did you misplace your packet? Click the link to see a copy.

RECITAL INFORMATION PACKET


We also have a page dedicated to Recital on our website that brings you straight to needed links.

Visit the Recital Info page here!

TutuTix QR Code

TICKET ORDERS

RECITAL TICKETS 2024


NEW this year! All tickets will be sold ONLINE only, beginning Monday, April 15th.

We have partnered with TutuTix, a leading ticketing platform in the dance industry, for a smooth ordering process. Please carefully read through the information below and let us know if you have questions. 


  • Tickets are $16.00 plus convenience fees
  • General ticket ordering will begin April 15th
  • Small children/infants sitting in parents laps do not require a ticket
  • Maximum of 6 tickets per family (not dancer) per show may be purchased beginning April 15th. Any additional tickets purchased will be automatically canceled.
  • Additional tickets will likely be available at a later date. An update will be sent in May..
  • WDC holds 7 Recitals, including 3 separate recitals on Sat. June 1st . Be sure to purchase tickets for the correct show date/time for your dancer(s). See the full recital schedule HERE - let us know if you have any questions.
  • Handicap seating is available in specified areas. Please ONLY purchase these seats if needed for a family member in a wheelchair or limited mobility.
  • Tickets purchased may be sent directly to your guests/other family members. Look for more information in your order confirmation.
WDC TICKET ORDERING LINK

PROGRAM SHOUT OUTS

Our full color Recital Program will be back for this years shows! Congratulate your dancer(s) on a great year by placing an ad with photo and text options.

Program Ad Info


RECITAL GIFTS

YDE (Youth Dance and Enrichment non-profit organization) will once again be offering flowers, balloons and stuffed animals/gifts at WDC Recitals!

See the YDE PRESALE order form HERE

Please note, while they will try to have all at each recital, pre-ordering by April 19th is the only way to ensure that you get what you want for your dancer’s big day!

RECITAL T-SHIRTS

Show shirts are now available to order for both the "Turn It Up" recital and "Totally Tots" showcase.

Shirts are optional, but are a fun souvenir for your dancer. Click the links to see the shirts and order - please place your order by Saturday, April 6th. Sample sizes can be seen at the main studio front desk area.


Recital Shirt Info

Tots Showcase Shirt Info


REMINDER FOR ALL TOTS CLASSES


Tots Showcase performances will take place on Sunday, May 21st at the WDC West location

(650 Commerce, Suite 100 - next to Posh Pooch)


  • See the Showcase schedule HERE.  (Scroll to the bottom!)
  • Refer to the Tots Showcase information packet, which went out to all Tots families in March. Did you misplace your copy?

Here's a link ~ Tots Showcase Info

  • No Tickets are needed for this performance!
  • 6 family members/friends may attend the show
  • Showcase T-shirts are available to order for all of our Tots dancers - orders can be placed online or at the studio. Samples are available for sizing at front desk area. Tots Showcase Shirt Info
  • Showcase T-shirts are optional, but are a fun souvenir for your dancer.
We look forward to a day dedicated to showcasing
our fabulous Tots dancers!

Have you connected with WDC through the Band App?

PRACTICE VIDEOS have been posted for all recreational classes!

Access your Band App here: WDC Band App

Trophy Note Reminder

All dancers received their Trophy Note in class the week of March 11th with information on the number of years they have danced at WDC.


Dancers who have danced at WDC for 3, 5, 7, 10, 12 and 15 years will be recognized with a special trophy and will be listed in our recital program book. We do our best to keep our records up to date but may occasionally miss someone, especially if they have not been at the studio for consecutive years.


If the number of years listed on your dancer's note is not correct, please email us at [email protected] with any changes by Saturday, April 6th. Thank you!

Scoops & Smiles!

Thursday, April 11th

3:00-9:00 p.m.

Mark your calendars and stop by Bridgeman's Ice Cream for a delicious treat and support our Darby's Dancers- Woodbury program all at the same time!

Please mention WDC when placing your order.


Thank you to Bridgeman's for your partnership!!

We appreciate it so much!


Bridgeman's Ice Cream - Woodbury

2110 Eagle Creek Ln Suite 200

Summer Dance

CLASSES ~ CAMPS ~ FUN!!


Be sure to check out the WDC Summer Schedule

to keep your dancer moving this summer!


Two Sessions - Ages 2 and up

A variety of dance styles available!



WDC Dance Camps run all summer long - Ages 2 to 7

Choose morning or all day camps to keep your dancer busy!

Click the links for more information!


MORE SUMMER INFO HERE!

Shout out to Classy Threads of MN,

this month's Darby’s Dancers Business Sponsor!  

 

Classy Threads provides businesses and organizations logoed apparel through embroidery and silk screening.  They have been providing amazing products and service to WDC for over 20 years!  


Are you a business owner?  A sports team coach/manager?  

A Booster Club parent? 

Give Classy Threads a call for your business attire and uniform needs!  


651-739-4802     www.classythreadsofmn.com

APRIL BOUTIQUE SPECIALS

BUY TWO, GET ONE FREE HAIR ACCESSORIES

15% OFF DANCE BAGS

15% OFF WDC APPAREL (excluding special order items)

15% OFF LEOTARDS, SKIRTS & DANCE DRESSES