The Daddy/Daughter dance is a wonderful opportunity for Dad’s to spend quality time with their daughters. Together they will learn a dance that they will perform during the June concert. Dancers must be 3 years of age by January 1, 2012 in order to participate in this year’s Daddy/Daughter dance. This dance is a challenge to manage from an administrative standpoint. With over 250 couples in 23 different casts, it’s really important that participants are always aware of their responsibilities.
For the recital the dancers will need a white dress and the dads will need a dark suit. Since we know it can be frustrating locating a white dress we will have some options available for you to order should you need to.
Please read the following information very carefully before committing to the Daddy/Daughter Dance 2011.
1. The non-refundable fee to participate is $89 (includes all rehearsals, dress rehearsal and a choreography DVD!) and will be deducted automatically from your tuition account. This fee is non-refundable, so moms, make sure the dad actually knows about the dance, rehearsal dates and times and is fully committed before signing up. Dancers must be 3 years of age by January 1, 2012 in order to participate in this year’s Daddy/Daughter dance.
2. The Daddy/Daughter dance is great fun but it also involves lifting your daughter over your head, challenging choreography and several hours of rehearsals. If you have back problems or other physical conditions that prohibit you from lifting the weight of your daughter over your head, please contact us before you sign up for the Daddy/Daughter dance.
3. There is a minimum of 6 rehearsals on the following (tentative) dates.
4. The rehearsal schedule is subject to change. We try our hardest not to change the rehearsal schedule, but this is “showbiz” and circumstances beyond our control frequently cause schedule changes. WARNING! Changes to the schedule may happen as few as 24 hours in advance.
5. We will communicate with Daddy/Daughter participants via email only. If you do not have email or if you never check your email, please do not register for the Daddy/Daughter dance. You are required to check your email daily when you are a Daddy/Daughter participant.
6. Dance is difficult. It is a “team sport”. Everybody on stage depends on everyone else to put on a great show. At times it can be physically and mentally challenging. It is essential that you understand that you may feel physically tired and frustrated at the same time. At no time is it acceptable to voice your frustration to Tiffany or other TDA staff – that would be like complaining to a Marine Drill Sergeant during boot camp. Remember, the Daddy/Daughter dance is an experience that will last a lifetime. Spending time at rehearsal and working through difficult situations with your daughter is as significant as performing the actual dance. Try to remember this important fact when you feel confused, frustrated and tired.
7. All rehearsals are “Closed Rehearsals”, meaning Moms, friends and family may not watch the daddy daughter rehearsals.
8. Dads must know and memorize the following information in order to be placed in the correct cast. This information will be given to you on or before your first rehearsal:
a. What recital is your daughter in?
b. What day is the recital?
c. What date is the recital?
d. What time is the recital?
e. Where is the recital (physical location)?
f. What is the name of the dance that your daughter is performing in her regular weekly class?
A few words from one of our dads
“The day seemed to fly by. When I was standing in the wings, waiting to go on with Emily, I was trying to sear that moment in my mind forever as a treasured memory. Practicing and then performing with Emily has been one of the most enjoyable and proudest moments I have had with my daughter, EVER.”- Mike
Articles about the Daddy/Daughter Dance
+ Alan’s Article
+ Vic’s Article
+ Sean’s Article
+ Paul’s Article
All Studios: View our calendar for dates!
You may miss only one rehearsal (not the dress rehearsal) and you should try not to miss any of the last three rehearsals, which is when actual on-stage placements occur. We realize that many dads travel out of town on business. Unfortunately, we are unable to alter the rehearsal schedule to accommodate individual travel plans, illness, vacation etc.
How do I sign up for the Daddy/Daughter Dance?
Moms, Dads (stepfathers, grandfathers, and/or other significant men in the dancer’s lives) please call (925) 447–5299 to register…or register online. We are currently taking Daddy/Daughter registrations. Sign-ups will end in late January. The cost to participate is $89 and includes the choreography training DVD so that the dads and daughters can practice at home.
To register, click the link below, choose your studio location, choose Daddy Daughter 2012, scroll to the month of January to find the Daddy Daughter Placeholder “Class”. Click on the class and sign in to complete the registration process. Your specific rehearsal time will be given to you two weeks before your first rehearsal.
Register online!
If you have any questions or cannot attend a rehearsal please contact robbie@tiffanydance.com.
