How do I know which performances include my dancers?

• Show 1 at 1:00 p.m. includes all Miss Eka’s Ballet classes.
• Show 2 at 3:30 p.m. includes all other recreational classes, plus all the Competition Teams and Ascension Dance Company (ADC).

When are recital rehearsals?

Is there a list of routines and rehearsal times for the dancers?

• Yes, the “2026 Recital Show Line-ups” are sent by email only. *email sent on 4/24
• The show line-ups are available to help you understand when your dancers perform - in the 1:00 p.m. show or the 3:30 p.m. show (or both) - and when dancers need to arrive for dress rehearsals on Wednesday and/or Thursday nights and that Saturday morning of Recital Week (5/27-5/30).

On Saturday (5/30), will dancers need to leave Braden Auditorium in between morning Rehearsals and afternoon Performances?

• Yes, ISU requires all non-staff members to leave backstage during non-scheduled rehearsal/performance times per safety/contractual committments.
• Due to the short time between rehearsals and call times for the 1:00 p.m. show, dancers may stay onsite and eat in the loading dock area or upstairs in the Bone Student Center until time to go backstage again.

Are parents allowed to watch rehearsals?

• No, Braden Auditorium will be closed during rehearsals.

When do tickets go on sale?

• Recital tickets will go on sale Thursday, April 30, at 8:00 a.m.

How do I buy tickets for the recital?

• Purchase tickets in-person at the Braden Box Office (check building hours online).
  • The box office is located at The Welcome Desk on the east side of the first floor concourse of the ISU Bone Student Center.
  • The box office no longer permits ticket sales over the phone and accepts credit and/or debit cards only.
• Tickets can also be purchased online via Ticketmaster (with additional fees).

What are the details for the tickets?

• Tickets are $20 per ticket per show (plus a $4.00 ISU facility fee for each ticket).
  • Children 2 and under are free (when sitting on a lap).
• There are two (2) separate shows, requiring 2 separate tickets. (ISU staff will clear the auditorium in-between shows.)
• Audience seating will be by seat assignment made at time of purchase. (not general admission)

How do I know which shows to buy tickets for to see my dancers?

• Show 1 is at 1:00 p.m. and includes all Miss Eka’s Ballet classes.
• Show 2 is at 3:30 p.m. and includes all other recreational classes, plus all the Competition Teams and Ascension Dance Company (ADC).

*Updated Note: Use the above show descriptions to help determine your ticket needs (for one or both shows). The 2026 Recital Line-up (sent by email on 4/24) will help you understand what order your dancers will perform in each of the 2 shows - plus what time to arrive for dress rehearsals that week and before the shows.

• Yes, tickets are required for anyone to enter the auditorium.

Will there be an option to purchase flower bouquets for recital dancers?

• While we are not offering purchasing options through the studio, we do encourage you to consider using Original Niepagen Flower Shop (our neighbor-business) for your flower arrangement needs. Thank you!

Will Recital pictures be taken this year? 

• Yes, pictures will be taken during rehearsals (Wednesday & Thursday nights only this year) by our professional photographer, Running N Heels Photography, and will be available for sale through a secured gallery after the shows.
• More details on viewing and ordering will be shared by email after the recital.

Will personal filming during performance be allowed in Braden? 

• No, personal filming or flash photography will not be allowed during performances.

Will videos of the performances be available after recital? 

• Yes, this year’s recital performances will again be filmed by our professional videographer with WolfHaven Video Productions.
• The cost of the video is now included in your yearly fees, so no additional purchase is necessary.
• Video links to both Saturday recital shows will be sent by email after recital. (DVD options are no longer available.)

We are excited to offer a new recognition opportunity this year for our Recital dancers!

***Introducing: TCSD Spring Recital Ovations!

• Order your Ovation(s) starting April 27 through May 9 to be included in the digital recital program for our May 30 shows!
• Scan the QR code or click the image below for more details and to complete your order form.
• All proceeds from your orders will directly support TCSD, specifically venue rental and production costs for our annual recital.

We are excited to partner again with another local business (and TCSD Dance Parent) to offer spring apparel for our upcoming recital!

• Orders are due May 3. 
• Our store is filled with BRAND NEW designs to help you show your support for your favorite dancers—perfect for recital season and beyond!
• Use this link to place your order: https://www.thedreamersclubshop.com/shop/twin-cities-school-of-dance/Z37FNK34OHSIK2U5TONVSTSU?page=1&limit=30&sort_by=category_order&sort_order=asc&location_id=LTJE4Z66B7F1B
• Even better—anything on our website counts toward the fundraiser, not just TCSD items! Simply enter “TCSD” at checkout to make sure your purchase supports the program.

Thank you for supporting our dancers—we can’t wait to see everyone representing TCSD in style!