We have been presenting an Annual Showcase since the school’s founding in 2015.
All students, from our youngest to our eldest (with the exception of diddi dancers), have the wonderful opportunity to share their hard work and achievements with the local community, as well as with their friends and family. It’s a joyful celebration of everything they’ve learned and accomplished this year!
Organization Changes This Year
While these events have generally followed the same organizational format, I’d like to take this opportunity to update you on our new plans moving forward.
Technical and Dress Rehearsal Information
We dedicate the entire Saturday before our performance to running a full technical and dress rehearsal. To prevent this from being a long and tiring day for the children, we approach it a little differently from many other theatre organizations.
Rather than requiring all cast members to attend for the full day, we schedule specific call times for each class, typically lasting 30 to 60 minutes. (Your child may need to attend more than one call time.)
This rehearsal is extremely important. It provides the only opportunity for students to rehearse on the stage. During this time, students learn their stage entrances and exits, and the choreographer finalizes the “blocking” — ensuring every performer knows exactly where to stand and move. Without this practice, a student might accidentally perform in an unlit area or be missed by the microphones.
The rehearsal also allows us to check that costumes fit properly and are suitable for performance.
This year, our Technical and Dress Rehearsal will take place on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Brayton Hall, between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Each student will receive an individual itinerary confirming their exact call time a few weeks prior to the performance weekend.
Performance Information
We’re delighted to announce that this year’s Annual Performance will take place at Brayton Hall on Sunday, March 15, 2026. There will be two shows — one in the morning and another in the afternoon — and we’re excited that all students will be performing in both. It promises to be a wonderful day celebrating everyone’s hard work and talent!
We have made the decision to present two performances this year for several reasons. One key factor is capacity: the auditorium does not comfortably accommodate all audience members in a single performance, and last year this resulted in a number of disappointed spectators.
In addition, staging a performance in a theatre requires significant backstage support. We recognise that this cannot be safely achieved by staff alone and that parental assistance is essential. By offering two performances, we are able to provide parents with the opportunity to both support backstage during one show and enjoy watching their child perform from the audience during the other.
Morning Performance:
Chaperone Briefing on Stage: 10am
Students Report to Dressing Rooms: 10:30am
Curtain Up: 11am
Expected finish: 1:30pm
Afternoon Performance:
Chaperone Briefing on Stage: 3pm
Students Report to Dressing Rooms: 3:30pm
Curtain Up: 4pm
Expected finish: 6:30pm
Show Participation Fee
A Show Participation Fee is added to the account of all registered students and covers the cost of:
Venue hire for the duration of the performance weekend
One costume per student – Each student will be provided with one costume for the performance. Costumes are returned to the studio afterward, allowing us to maintain a collection that can be rotated and reused for future productions. This approach helps keep expenses manageable — with the average costume costing $120 once landed in TCI, we believe this is the most practical and cost-effective solution for our shows.
Our production will be supported by professional technicians, providing expert stage lighting and sound to enhance the performance experience.
A professional photographer will be present during the performance, and digital copies of the photos will be emailed to you following the show.
Venue cleaning and maintenance carried out prior to, between, and following the performances.ried out prior to, between, and following the performances.
Cost
We’re pleased to let you know that our rates have remained the same for the past five years. We’ve worked hard to keep our programs as accessible and affordable as possible while continuing to provide a high-quality experience for all our students.
The Show Participation Fee is structured as follows:
- Early Bird Rate: $150 per student, available if the Show Participation Fee (along with all Term 1 class fees) is received before Christmas.
- Standard Rate: Payments received after Christmas are $189
- Deadline for Payment: February 1st
Please note that students attending multiple classes per week will be performing in multiple pieces and will therefore require additional costumes. In this case, an additional fee of $55 per extra costume applies.
Payment can be made by cash or local cheque at the studio, though our preferred method is bank transfer. For your convenience, we have accounts with all three local banks.
Parental Support and Chaperoning
A successful theatre production requires many hands to ensure performers are safe, comfortable, and that the show runs seamlessly. For this reason, we need your help!
This year, it is a requirement that one parent or guardian for each student serve as a chaperone for one of the two performances. Please note that when you are scheduled as a chaperone, you will be required backstage for the duration of the show. For this reason, we recommend that you purchase a spectator ticket for the other performance. By attending one show and chaperoning the other, you’ll have the opportunity to both support your child behind the scenes and enjoy watching their performance from the audience.
We require the assistance of approximately 50% of parents or guardians at each event. Please do not purchase any spectator tickets until your allocated chaperone performance has been confirmed. While we will make every effort to accommodate your preferences, we cannot guarantee that you will be assigned to the show of your choice. Please also note that assignments are made on a first-come, first-served basis. To indicate your preferred performance, please complete the questionnaire HERE
Spectator Tickets
This year, we are delighted to offer double the performances and double the number of tickets. To manage ticket sales efficiently, we are using the online platform Eventbrite. Tickets are $10.50 per seat (plus an Eventbrite service charge) Tickets are required per seat, regardless of age, and must be purchased online for all spectators. You can purchase tickets HERE
Leavers
Each year, we like to recognize and celebrate students who will be leaving at the end of the season, whether due to school commitments or moving off the island. If this applies to your child, please complete the form HERE
Conflicts
We do our very best to plan around other island events; however, despite careful scheduling, there always seems to be at least one unavoidable conflict.
This year, we are aware that the PHL Playoffs fall on the same Saturday as our tech/dress rehearsal. To help minimise scheduling conflicts, we will do our best to plan around families who are involved in the playoffs. If this applies to you, please let us know by completing this form
Dates for your Diary
- Before Christmas: To qualify for the Early Bird Rate, please ensure that all Term 1 fees and Show Participation Fees are paid in full.
- On or before February 1st: Deadline for Term 2 and Show Participation Fees
- Week commencing February 16th: Costumes will be sent home with Individual Schedules
- Saturday March 14th: Technical & Dress Rehearsal at Brayton Hall
- Sunday March 15th : 11am and 4pm performances at Brayton Hall
- Monday March 16th: Rest Day. Classes paused.
- Saturday March 28th: Term 2 ends at PPAS. All costumes should be returned to the studio.
Thank you
We are very much looking forward to presenting “CIRCUS – PPAS 11th Annual Performance” to you. Please let us know should you have any questions or concerns.
