NEWS for the DAY - PLEASE READ ALL!

*I accidentally  re-posted the incorrect Chaperone Schedule, yesterday.  The new one is on the blog now!

*There will be a rehearsal at the studio on Monday from 4:00p-5:00p for Candy Canes and Polichinelles ONLY.

*Soldiers, please come with your hair in a high bun to rehearsal today, Friday, November 30th.

*Be sure your Keller Release Form is correct.  I will have them at the studio through Monday.  If you need to make any changes stop by or email me the new information as soon as possible.  I only need a note if someone is NOT on your Keller Release Form.

*Saturday is the last day to order and pay for T-shirts.  Forms can be found in the plastic bins on the front desk or on Karin's desk.

*Schedules and Chaperone Requests were handed out.  If you have not yet received your copy, see me at rehearsal.  Please turn in the Request Form on Saturday, Dec. 1.

THANK YOU!

Chaperone Schedule Updated

PLEASE CHECK THE SCHEDULE DAILY!

There have been changes and additions to the schedule.  If you signed up for any times on the chaperone questionnaire, please check to see if you have been added to the list.

I will hand out chaperone requests for the first 5 performances today and tomorrow.  If possible, please try and hand them back on Saturday, December 1st; be looking at your calendars to see when your child dances, when you are planning to see a show, and when you are available to chaperone.

We TRULY appreciate your support!!  Thank you!!

Rehearsal Schedule

The schedule is finally set through Saturday.  Please note the earlier release times for the Angels today and Saturday.

Today, the Level 1 Angels will go to class as soon as they are released from rehearsal and will be finished at 5 (regular class time.)  All remaining Angels will be finished by 4:30.

On Saturday, all Angels will be released at 2:30.

On Friday, we will have hat fittings for the Battle Scene (no bunny) from 5:30 to 6:00.  Please come with your hair in a very high bun.

Backstage Passes

Stage Passes have been handed out to all NUTCRACKER dancers.  If you have not received one, please see me as soon as possible.

Thank you,
Shari

Re-Posting Ticket Policies for The Nutcracker

SOBT Students are eligible for the following ticket discounts:

•           Repertory performances: 25% off on single tickets for Swan Lake, American Music Festival and Celebrating Balanchine in any seating area.
•          Nutcracker: 50% off in seating areas 1-4.
•          Who can purchase tickets? the students themselves or the parents/guardians listed on their record.
•          How to purchase: Call or visit the box office and identify yourself as an SOBT student, the box office will locate your record to verify your eligibility. Please be sure to mention SOBT specifically. Handling charges apply to phone orders, $4 per ticket.
•          What are the limitations? Not valid on previous purchases. Cannot be combined with other offers. Tickets are exchangeable but non-refundable. No limit on # of tickets that an be purchased at the SOBT rate.
•     SOBT tickets for Nutcracker can be exchanged without a fee, seating is subject to availability. If the new tickets are more expensive, you will need to pay the difference, there are no refunds if the new tickets are less expensive.
•    Please allow at least one business day (we’re open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) prior to the performance you are exchanging out of or into, whichever is earliest. No exchanges at the theater!

Performance Casting 12/8-12/14 and Wed. Rehearsal Added

This is an exciting time for everyone.  I am proud to be part of this production and look forward to watching you all perform!  Merde!

Performance casting for the first 5 shows is now posted as a "Page".  Please check your name and make sure you have not been assigned two roles in Act II.  Let me know if you see any conflicts.

ALSO

The schedule for the week of 11/26-12/1 has been updated to add Wednesday's schedule.  Check the "pages" to the right.

New Design for the NUTCRACKER T-Shirt

Exciting new design for 2012!

Orders are due by Saturday, December 1st

Order forms can be found at the studio or on the blog under "Pages"

Men's/boy's and Ladies'/girl's styles available

Adult sizes for the Bella Girly style shirt, tend to run small, so you may want to order the next size up.

Small:  5'1", 100lbs, 32" chest, 26" waist

Med:    5'4", 120lbs, 33" chest, 27" waist

Large:  5'5", 130lbs, 36" chest, 28" waist

XL:      5'7.5", 160lbs, 38.5" chest, 34.5" waist

Rehearsal for Monday, Nov 26- Saturday, Dec 1 is Posted

Please see the "Pages" to the right of this blog post.

The schedule from Wednesday through Saturday is tentative.  I will post final calls and times as I receive them.

Thank you for being flexible and available!!
Shari

UPDATED: Rehearsal Schedule - Monday AND Tuesday, November 26 AND 27

Monday, Nov. 26 - 3:30-5:30 Act 2 with company.  
(All casts of Marie, Prince, Angels, Tea, Polichinelles, Candy Canes)

Tuesday, Nov. 27 - 3:15-5:30 Party Scene with company.
(ALL Party Scene - Prince, Marie, Fritz, Party Children, Grandchildren, and Maids - Studio 1)

All rehearsals will be at the OBT Dance Studio

Please see the "Pages" for Sunday's schedule. Pages are located to the right of the blog post.

See you on Sunday!

Rehearsal Information

Reminder:  After this holiday weekend, we will begin adding weekday rehearsals, so we can practice with company dancers.  There will be times, especially as we move into the theater, when dancers will need to leave school early.  If needed, I can provide you with a letter for the school explaining why we want dancers at all rehearsals.

Please plan ahead and talk with your teachers about any school work you may miss.

Thank you!

New "PAGES" Location

I have rearranged the blog, so the "pages" show on the sidebar instead of on the top.  Click the title you would like to view and the page will come up.  As we get closer to the performance, there will be more "pages" available with one click.  "HOME"  will always take you back to the blog entries.

Volunteers NEEDED for Costume Fittings on Sat, Nov. 17th

I am looking for a few good souls to help with costume fittings this Saturday.  There will be two shifts:  8:30-1:00 and 2:00-5:30.  However, if you can only make a partial shift - we may still need you!

We need:

2 fast/neat writers to take costume notes for Pam and Eileen.
1 person to write names and numbers on the tags.
2 people to keep the costumes in order and neatly hung up.
1 person to keep dancers in order and neatly lined up.

If you are available, please email me ASAP at Shari.Goss@obt.org and let me know your availability (even if its only for a partial shift), and if you have a preference for helping.

THANK YOU!
Shari

Shoe Exchange this Saturday, Nov. 10th

I would like to hold the shoe exchange this Saturday at 4:15 - immediately following the Battle Scene Rehearsal.  (Pickup will be a little later for those seeking shoes.)

If you have any shoes from prior years that you no longer use, PLEASE bring them on Saturday, so we can pass them down to someone in need!  If you are in the battle scene and need black shoes, stop by studio 2 and try some on!  There will also be pink and maybe a few white.  Come see what you can find!

Also a heads up:  Costume fittings will be held on Saturday, November 17th.  The day will begin earlier than usual and some dancers will need to stay longer.  I will post the schedule as soon as it is set.

Thank you,
Shari