Stage Door School of Dance Presents
Our 2024 Recital
Introducing Our Recital 2024 Theme - In My Dance Era
Hold onto your dancing shoes because “In My Dance Era,” our Stage Door School of Dance recital theme, is about to take you on an unforgettable journey! This isn’t just a celebration of dance; it’s a tribute to the vibrant dance era we’re all part of – an era where dance trends have connected dancers and dance lovers worldwide, creating a global stage for dance like never before.
June 8th and 9th at the Staller Center for the Arts mark the grand finale of our year of growth, discovery, art, and passion. With SIX performances showcasing the stunning choreography you’ve perfected over the dance season, each in a dazzling costume that tells its own story, we’re not just stepping out; we’re making a statement – that in this new dance era, every leap, turn, and tap brings us closer to one another, no matter where we are in the world.
“In My Dance Era” is more than a theme; it’s a celebration of this unique moment in dance history and a recognition of your personal journey in dance. Each one of you at Stage Door School of Dance is living your own dance era, and we are beyond honored to share, nurture, and celebrate it.
So, embrace your moment, dance your story, and let’s make “In My Dance Era” a recital that resonates with every dancer around the globe. This is our time – our dance era – and the stage is all of ours!
Recital General Information
The 2023-2024 Recital Media Package is now available to all who have purchased.
Please click the image above to access the Recital Media Package. Your password to access the package was provided via email on July 25, 2024.
Should you have not received your email, please contact info@stagedoordancer.com or call (631) 654-8858 for assistance.
Thank you!
The Stage Door School of Dance Recital 2024 will be conducted as 6 performances over the course of two days, a Saturday and Sunday.
Event Dates:
Saturday, June 8, 2024:
- Show 1: June 8, 2024 @ 10am
- Show 2: June 8, 2024 @ 2pm
- Show 3: June 8, 2024 @ 6pm
Sunday, June 9, 2024:
- Show 4: June 9, 2024 @ 10am
- Show 5: June 9, 2024 @ 2pm
- Show 6: June 9, 2024 @ 6pm
*Please note: The 2024 recital performance schedule was predetermined at the beginning of the dance season based on your dancer’s class(es). Locate your dancer’s performance show number which corelates to the dates above by >>> clicking here.
Stage Door School of Dance’s annual recitals are held at the beautiful Staller Center for Performing Arts – located on Stony Brook University Campus.
ADDRESS: 100 Nicolls Rd, Stony Brook, NY 11794, USA
Dress Rehearsal Week will take place from May 15-21, 2024 and will take place right here at the studio during your regularly scheduled class times.
- Dancer’s should arrive for class dressed in full costume and make-up.
- Parents / Guardians are invited into the studio to watch a preview run of your dancer’s recital dance.
- A full class photo will be taken of each class immediately after their rehearsal (still during their class hour).
The 2024 recital performance schedule was predetermined at the beginning of the dance season based on your dancer’s class(es). Locate your dancer’s class day/time/teacher below to find your dancer’s show number for that specific class.
Please note: Should you have any difficulty locating your class and performance numbers please feel encouraged to stop by the front desk for assistance. Thank you!
It’s time to learn the choreography for the grand finale of our recital!
- Vocals & Lyrics by Ms. Jessica Baker
- Choreography by Ms. Stephanie Vertichio-Brennan
Volunteer Backstage at Our Recital!
We invite you to join us backstage for an exciting opportunity to support our upcoming recital and enjoy a different perspective of the #BestShowEver! If you’re interested in becoming a parent / guardian / grown-up recital volunteer please complete the form below by Friday, May 10.
IMPORTANT: Please note, our volunteer opportunities are now limited due to space constraints and new guidelines set by the theater. Being selected as a volunteer is no longer guaranteed. All individuals who sign up to volunteer will have their legal names and birth dates screened through state and national sex offender registries.
What You Need to Know:
- Volunteer Sign-Up Deadline: All volunteers must sign-up by May 10.
- Next Step: After we receive and review your request to volunteer, an SDSD staff member will contact you within 1 week of the deadline via the email address you provide notifying you if you have been selected and include any additional important information you will need.
- Viewing the Show: If your dancer is involved in multiple numbers in one performance, we ask that you not volunteer for that performance and enjoy the show from the audience.
- Limited Space (New!): Please note that this year, our volunteer opportunities are limited due to space and new guidelines set in place by the theater. Only 1 parent / guardian per dancer, per show may volunteer.
- Safety Measures (New!): New this year, for everyone’s safety, all volunteers will be now be screened through State and National sex offender registries.
Thank you for your continued support of Stage Door School of Dance and helping us ensure another magical recital weekend for all Stage Door families!
Creating more memories from Recital 2024!
Get ready to shine even brighter! Stage Door is thrilled to invite YOU, our amazing SDSD dance families and vibrant local business community, to join us in a spectacular opportunity! Celebrate your dancer or elevate your business with a personal touch—secure a spot for your personalized congratulatory message or business advertisement in our official recital playbills. Imagine your words of support or your brand featured prominently, reaching directly into the hands of over 6,000 people! Don’t miss this chance to make a lasting impression at our much-anticipated event. Join us in making this year’s recital unforgettable!
Elevate Your Brand with a Business Advertisement
Calling all trailblazers and local business owners! Secure your time in the spotlight by purchasing business advertisement space in our recital program. Businesses are required to supply their own artwork created to our outline program ad dimensions. We can’t wait to share our audience with you!
Celebrate Your Star with a Message of Support
Here’s your chance to shout from the rooftops (or rather, the pages of our recital program) how proud you are of your dancer! Purchase a special message of support and add a touch of personal flair with a portrait photograph of your dancer (if you’d like). We’ll wrap your words and their smile in our exclusive SDSD template, creating a memorable tribute that shines as brightly as their performance.
THIS OPPORTUNITY IS NOW CLOSED AND DEADLINE HAS PASSED FOR THE 2024 RECITAL.
This event is now sold out. Please contact info@stagedoordancer.com to join a waitlist. Thank you!
Book a photo shoot in your recital costume!
Never forget the magic of recital by capturing a professional photo of your dancer in their favorite recital costume(s). Stage Door School of Dance will be hosting two weeks of Recital Costume Photo Days April 13 & 14, as well as May 4 & 5.
Dancers will be booked for a 10 minute photo shoot session. Families may purchase one 10 minute session per costume. Please book multiple times slots for multiple costumes.
Siblings will be permitted to book the same 10 minute session, however, please note that the 10 minutes will be strictly enforced. Thank you!
Weekend 1: April 13 & 14 (SOLD OUT)
- April 13: 4pm-9pm
- April 14: 9am-9pm
Weekend 2: May 4 & 5 (SOLD OUT)
- May 4: 4pm-9pm (Last appointment 8:50pm)
- May 5: 9am-9pm (Last appointment 8:50pm)
Any questions, please call (631) 654-8858 or stop by the front desk during business hours. Thank you!
ORDER DEADLINE: May 21, 2024
Complete the form below to request a 4, 8, 12, or 16 year Recital Trophy.
Please note: Recital trophies are based on the number of Stage Door School of Dance recitals your dancer has performed in.
Do I have to participate in the recital?
- No. Dancers do not have to participate in our annual recital. However, we encourage all dancers to participate as it is a great, fun experience that assists in the learning process.
When does recital choreography begin to be taught in class?
- Every year, classes begin learning their recital choreography in January upon returning to class following the winter-break.
Will my dancer appear in more than one recital performance?
- Each class will appear in one performance over the 6 show weekend. Although we do our best to accommodate dancers in multiple classes, and families with multiple children performing, we cannot guarantee that your dancer and / or family will appear in only one performance over the weekend. This also means, your family may be required to purchase tickets to multiple performances.
Does my family have to pay for the Recital Media Package if my dancer is not performing in the recital?
- No. If your dancer is not appearing the recital, your family will not be charged for or receive the Recital Media Package, unless requested. Class photos will be able to be purchased individually by those families not participating in the recital.
Will the recital be livestreamed as it’s happening?
- No. The recital is not livestreamed the day of the performances. All families with dancers who participate in the recital will have access to the Recital Media Package that provides a digital link to all 6 recital performances. This package will be provided after recital weekend has ended and the recordings processed by the vendor.
Can I find out where in the show run order my dancer’s class will be performing?
- Stage Door does not release the specific run order of each of our 6 performances until the day of the show. Families will be provided the performance show number (1-6), show date (June 8 or 9), and show start time (TBD).