It’s almost here!

When is it?

Performances are December 13 - 15.

Rehearsals are December 9 - 13.

Use the above schedule to find which show your dancer is performing in (or check HERE in your family portal). 

Watch here if you're having trouble 

Where is it? 

Kenneth J Minnaert Center at South Puget Sound Community College

2011 Mottman Rd SW, Olympia, WA 98512

All dress rehearsals and performances are at the show venue. NOT at SSD.

When and how do we get tickets? 

SSD ticket presale will begin November 20th

SSD families get first access to tickets with a of limit 4 tickets max per show/per family then, tickets go on sale to the public with no ticket limit after the first week. 

YES, OUR SHOWS DO SELL OUT...SO MAKE SURE YOU CHECK WHAT SHOW YOUR DANCER IS IN, AND BUY YOUR TICKETS WITHIN THAT FIRST WEEK! 

All tickets must be purchased through The Washington Center for The Performing Arts box office. 

They will range from about $20 - 30 per ticket. Any ticketing questions need to go directly to WCPA, SSD cannot assist with sales, returns or anything related to their box office systems. 

Why do we have to pay for tickets? 

SSD puts on a fully staffed, professional production so that you can sit back and relax! 

Your tickets pay for our team & the performing arts centers team to put on the best show we can for you. 

Complete with audio, lighting, ushers, our full SSD staff caring for your children backstage and more! 

What are we doing for hair and makeup? 

Scroll down to see some tutorials that may help! 

ORCA (6 and under) - Hair should be in a high curly pony. 

SPARK/IGNITE (7+) - Hair should be in a low ponytail for all except for ballet classes, ballet class = low bun. 

How do I find practice videos and music? 

Videos and music can be found HERE - Look for the "files" and/or "music" button! 

How long is it? 

Show runtime is about 2hr 

Does SSD take pictures? 

Yes! Group & individual photos will be taken of all youth performing dancers. 

(Remember that flash photography and video is not allowed in the theatre at performances. You can take photos on your cellphone without flash)

All recital media is an additional optional expense, Media packages start at $55

ORCA Holiday Show Photo week - November 3 - 9

SPARK/IGNITE Recital Photo week - November 10 - 16

Make up photos - Nov 9 or 16 from 2-3pm (please save your spot in advance)

Is there a dress rehearsal? 

For Holiday Show ORCA Dancers (Ages 6 & under) DO have a dress rehearsal since there are more props and more people involved for them to get used to on the stage. Spring recital NO DRESS REHEARSAL.

Is my child backstage the entire time? 

Yes! All dancers are checked in at the beginning of the show and remain backstage with our SSD staff and a few carefully selected parent volunteers through the entire show. 

This is for your dancers safety. Dancers will not be released during the show or intermission.

 All dancers must be signed out at the end of the performance. 

We have water, snacks and many things to keep them entertained while they wait to perform. Dancers return to the stage for a final bow at the end of the show. 

 If you have an extenuating circumstance where your dancers needs to be picked up early, please reach out and we will be happy to help find a solution. 

The only exception are our Tiny 2s dancers - families of 2 year olds are permitted to pick up their dancers after they perform.

Looking ahead...When is spring recital 2025? Dates are still being finalized for this season we are currently looking at June 18, June 20 - 21 at Capital High Schools PAC. 

We will let you know once this is confirmed. 

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We can't wait to share this amazing experience with you!! Don't hesitate to reach out to info@southsounddance.com if you have any questions!