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Performing is a crucial element in the learning process! We are thrilled to offer all BDSOPA students the opportunity to participate in two annual performances: 

• The Betsy Daily School of Performing Arts Follies, held in June

• The Fa-La-Lollies, held in December

 

Registration:

No action is required to sign up! We assume that all students are participating in upcoming performances unless they are enrolled in a technique-only class, or they opt-out of the performance by emailing the office. 

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Commitment:

Students must maintain consistent class attendance and uphold our Code of Conduct. Missing 4 or more classes may result in ineligibility to participate in an upcoming performance. Pleaste note: Private lessons are not a substitute for class attendance.

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Costumes:

If you've seen a BDSOPA performance, you've already seen our passion for costumes in action! All of our costumes are made-to-order and often further customized by our staff. We view costuming as a vital aspect of the performing arts, and each year we see our students' confidence soar as they receive their bespoke costumes.

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All costumes, unless otherwise noted, are ordered through the office. We must place our orders well in advance to ensure costumes arrive in time for the performance, allowing ample time to properly fit each dancer and make adjustments if needed.​

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Related Fees:

• Costume Fee:

  • Betsy Daily School of Performing Arts Follies: $135 per dance

    • Includes all costumes items, customizations (e.g. shoe bows), head pieces, & accessories. This fee does not include shoes, tights, earrings, or student-specific alterations​

  • Fa-La-Lollies: Varies by clas​s, either rented from our costume closet or ordered independently

    • When possible, we choose costumes that incorporate dancewear or apparel that students will be able to continue using throughout the year. Our office will send necessary details and links for parents to purchase independently.

    • At our winter showcase, our teachers mayutilize our expansive collection of holiday costumes, props, and accessories. Classes using BDSOPA costumes pay a rental fee of $25 per costume, which covers expected cleaning and repairs. (Please note that lost, severely damaged or soiled costumes will result in a replacement fee, determined by the cost for us to replace the costume.)​

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• Performer Fees

  • Betsy Daily School of Performing Arts Follies (June) : $80 per student, $40 per siblin

  • Fa-La-Lollies (December): $60 per student, $30 per sibling​

 

The Performer Fee helps us produce a high-quality recital, covering essential costs including venue rental, lighting, sound, staffing, event production, and costs related to administrative and design labor. We host our annual Follies recital in a stunning facility with ample staff to address performer needs, and all of our performers' teachers in attendance!

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