Class Guardians

Job Description

Class Guardians are parents of dancers in our recreational, non-competition classes who chaperone their child’s class for the entire recital. Moms assist in the Girls Dressing Rooms and Dads in the Boys Dressing Rooms. Class Guardians wear all black as part of the backstage team.

Duties:

• Check in dancers at the theatre

• Stay with and supervise your class throughout the recital

• Serve as the parent contact during the show

• Assist with costumes, shoes, and Finale T-shirts

• Line up dancers for their performance and the Finale

• Supervise and confirm the safe dismissal of all dancers at the end of the recital

Class Guardians are an essential part of keeping our dancers organized, safe, and ready to perform!

Time Commitment

Dress Rehearsal:

• Class Guardian Meeting: A Class Guardian Meeting will be held in-person during the onstage Finale Rehearsal each night of Dress Rehearsal. Those times are listed below. All Class Guardians must attend ONE of these meetings. Meetings will take place in the courtyard to the right of the theatre entrance and will last approx. 30 minutes.

  • Tuesday, Oct. 20 | 6:40PM

  • Wednesday, Oct. 21 | 6:30PM

  • Thursday, Oct. 22 | 6:20PM

• Onstage Practice: First-time Class Guardians are encouraged to attend their class’s Dress Rehearsal to become familiar with the theatre and backstage areas. If possible, you may also walk through your class’s backstage pattern with the teacher.

Recital Day:

• Check-In: Arrive 1.5 hours before showtime.

• Preparation: Gather your class in the dressing room and help dancers prepare costumes and shoes.

• During the Show: Stay with your class throughout the performance and help dancers get ready for their dance and the Finale.

• After the Show: Supervise and confirm the safe dismissal of every dancer in your class.

The Benefits of Volunteering

Backstage Access — No ticket needed! While you won’t be seated in the audience, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes view from the wings and be there for all those special pre- and post-performance moments with your dancer. You’ll be part of the magic!