Recital T-Shirts
Order your shirt from our partner, Broadway Embroidery! They feature our recital artwork on the front and all student names on the back! Select in-store pickup to have your shirt delivered to the studio.
Forms and Downloads
Recital packets are distributed in class in early May. Need another copy of a form or packet item? Download them here!
Volunteer at Recital
We rely on parent volunteers to help with backstage support, check-in, and recital flow throughout the weekend. Volunteer to help and receive discount code for 50% off 1 ticket.
Recital FAQs
Start here for the details families ask about most often, including recital dates, dress rehearsal timing, tickets, and show assignments.
Destination Vacation will be held on June 5-6, 2026 at Clarkston High School in Clarkston, Michigan. Spotlight’s recital weekend includes multiple shows across Friday and Saturday.
Dress rehearsal is mandatory and will take place on June 3-4, 2026, the Wednesday and Thursday before recital, at Clarkston High School. Rehearsals typically begin around 4:00 PM and wrap up by about 9:30 PM.
Dancers should check in backstage 30 minutes before show time. The backstage entrance is located to the right of the theater entrance. Once checked in, dancers should be performance-ready. Water is fine backstage, but no food or snacks are allowed. Volunteers will also have activities available for younger dancers while they wait.
Dancers should arrive in the correct costume with the required shoes, tights, and accessories for each routine. Use the recital packet and class communication for finalized hair, makeup, and costume details as recital gets closer.
Your dancer’s recital show is listed next to the class name when registering. It also appears in the online registration portal and on Spotlight’s class schedule, available here.
Yes. Recital tickets are reserved seating. Families should plan seating needs before purchasing, and buying online ahead of time is recommended since the best seats sell first and walk-up availability may be limited.
No. Once dancers are checked in backstage, they are expected to remain through the end of the show and participate in the finale.
Tickets will be available online through Spotlight’s ticketing partner, TutuTix. Families can choose seats in advance, and purchasing early is the best way to secure preferred seating.