2026 TEDS Recital

Students enrolled at TEDS are expected to commit to our end of the year show

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REHEARSAL WEEKS! 

Please save the following dates for TEDS Run-thru rehearsals and Babson Dress Rehearsals. Specific rehearsal times will be provided as soon as possible.
Studio Rehearsals at TEDS
Saturday, May 16th
Sunday, May 17th
Monday, May 18th
Tuesday, May 19th

Dress Rehearsals at BABSON:
Wednesday, May 20th
Thursday, May 21st
Friday, May 22nd
Tuesday, May 26th
Wednesday, May 27th

Rehearsal week schedules replace your regular class schedules during the above dates.  The last day of regular classes will be Friday, May 15th. Specific rehearsal times for each class/recital are available below!

Recital #1: Thursday, May 28  – 6:00 pm
Recital #2: Friday, May 29 – 6:00 pm
Recital #3: Saturday, May 30 – 1:00 pm
Recital #4: Saturday, May 30 – 5:00 pm
Recital #5: Sunday, May 31 – 12:00 pm
Recital #6: Sunday, May 31 - 4:00 pm

  • Our annual recital is a significant and joyous event that includes all our students. It serves as a platform for our students to showcase the results of their year-long hard work, dedication and progress to their families and friends.

    Participating in performances is an essential part of dance training. It not only prepares students for potential careers in dance but also contributes to their overall success in life. Performing builds self-esteem, confidence, and improves social and presentation skills, which can benefit students in their academic and professional pursuits. Additionally, the rehearsal process offers valuable learning experiences, helping students develop retention skills and understand the importance of teamwork.

  • Our 2026 recital will take place at the Sorenson Center for the Arts at Babson College, a beautiful state-of-the art venue, on the weekend of May 28th-May 31st. Dress rehearsals occur at the theatre during the prior week. Please note that participating in the dress rehearsal is mandatory for all students to perform in the recital. We strictly adhere to this policy.

  • - We are looking for backstage mothers to help the dancers during the rehearsals and performances.  A minimum of 2 parents per class are requested to help keep the dancers safe and prepared for each of their dances.  We request that backstage mothers commit to at least one dress rehearsal in addition to the corresponding performance(s).  Dress Rehearsal is not just a time for the dancers to learn their way around the theater, but for our volunteers to learn as well!

    -We are also looking for Security and Usher volunteers for all of our performances – these important roles help keep our dancers safe backstage, and guide our audience to their seats, respectively. 

  • All costumes are sized, fitted, and purchased by TEDS, and must be ordered by January 1. A deposit of $65/costume (i.e. one costume per class performing in the recital) will be due November 1. Most costumes cost more than $65, so a balance of approximately $25-$50/costume will be due when you pick them up in April/May.

  • $75-$100/dancer; $150 family maximum. Due March 1st

    The recital fee helps to cover the costs of mounting our performances, including theatre rental, Babson facilities and security staff, TEDS professional stage management and lighting crew, and myriad others. (Does not replace ticket costs.)

See below for all rehearsal information!

Which Show/s are my dancer in? See document :Show Assignments

TEDS In-Studio Rehearsals (May 16-19): Rehearsal Schedule

BABSON Dress Rehearsals (May 20-22 & May 26-27): Dress Rehearsal Schedule

Tights, Shoes & Hairstyles

OUR LAST DAY OF REGULAR CLASSES WILL BE FRIDAY, MAY 15; NO REGULAR CLASSES DURING THE WEEKS OF MAY 18 AND MAY 25. THESE WEEKS WILL BE DEVOTED TO STUDIO AND STAGE REHEARSALS. SEE DETAILS BELOW.

RECITAL PERFORMANCES AT BABSON
Show #1: Thursday, May 28th at 6:00PM (ARRIVE at 4:00PM)
Show #2: Friday, May 29th at 6:00PM (ARRIVE at 4:00PM)
Show #3: Saturday, May 30th at 1:00PM (ARRIVE at 11:00AM)
Show #4: Saturday, May 30th at 5:00PM (ARRIVE at 3:00PM)
Show #5: Sunday, May 31st at 12:00PM (ARRIVE at 10:00AM)
Show #6: Sunday, May 31st at 4:00PM (ARRIVE at 2:00PM)

Please review the below rehearsal schedules carefully - we will not be rehearsing the 6 shows in order, so please take note of the dates and times for each show rehearsal below.

IN-STUDIO REHEARSALS AT TEDS
SATURDAY-TUESDAY, MAY 16-MAY 19**
The purpose of these rehearsals is to experience the run of the show in real time with no stops between dances.  Following each run-through, we will hold a cast meeting and rehearse bows for the end of the performance. 

Show #1: Saturday, May 16th – 12:30PM (ARRIVE at 12:15PM); Dismissal approx. 3:00PM
Show #2: Saturday, May 16th  – 3:30PM (ARRIVE at 3:15PM); Dismissal approx. 6:00PM
Show #3: Monday, May 18th  – 3:45PM (ARRIVE at 3:30PM); Dismissal approx. 5:45PM
Show #4: Sunday, May 17th - 12:30PM (ARRIVE at 12:15PM); Dismissal approx. 3:00PM
Show #5: Tuesday, May 19th - 3:45PM (ARRIVE at 3:30PM); Dismissal approx. 5:45PM
Show #6: Sunday, May 17th – 3:30PM (ARRIVE at 3:15PM); Dismissal approx. 6:00PM

Do I wear my costume to the in-studio rehearsals at TEDS??
Most dancers will NOT need to wear their costumes to the in-studio TEDS rehearsals. They can wear their normal class attire.  Dancers who have quick costume changes will be asked to bring those costumes for the purpose of rehearsing costume changes in the actual amount of time they will have during the real performances. For our Upper Intermediate and Advanced dancers, a Quick Change is one in which you have 3 or fewer dances to change.  For our younger dancers, a Quick Change is one in which you have 4 or fewer dances to change. (If intermission occurs between your dances, you do not have to worry about a Quick Change at all). If you have any questions about whether you have a quick change, please ask!

ON-STAGE REHEARSALS AT BABSON
WEDNESDAY, MAY 20TH; THURSDAY, MAY 21ST; FRIDAY, MAY 22ND; TUESDAY, MAY 26TH & WEDNESDAY, MAY 27TH**
The purpose of these rehearsals is to ensure that dancers know their places on the stage, learn the backstage environment, learn how to get from their dressing rooms to the backstage area, etc. 

Dances are divided into “Groups” of 3-5 dances, in the order of performance.  Dancers should arrive 30 minutes before the on-stage time of their first group.  During the given “Group” time, each dance will learn their places on stage and run their dance for the first time.  After each dance has done this, we will do a run-through of all dances in the “Group” without stopping.  Dancers will be dismissed after their last dance on each day.

Each dance will be rehearsed in full costume (with correct shoes and tights) and assigned hairstyle.  Dancers should arrive in their first costume and tights with their hair in the correct style of their first dance.  Please wear street shoes and change into your dance shoes at the theater.  Dancers should take their costumes and all belongings home with them at the end of their rehearsal.  They will need to bring their costumes back on performance day.

We understand that some dancers may need to leave school early in order to arrive for their first dance.  This is not a decision that we take lightly, but we must start early to avoid sending kids home at all hours of the evening. Babson limits our finish time to 9pm, so we must begin early to fit all rehearsal slots into the schedule. 

Show #1: ACT I: Wednesday, May 20th - 1st Group Starting at 6:35PM
Show #1: ACT II: Thursday, May 21st - 1st Group Starting at 6:30PM
Show #2: Wednesday, May 20th  – 1st Group Starting at 2:30PM
Show #3: Tuesday, May 26th  – 1st Group Starting at 3:00PM
Show #4: Thursday, May 21st  – 1st Group Starting at 2:30PM
Show #5: Wednesday, May 27th - 1st Group Starting at 3:00PM
Show #6: Friday, May 22nd - 1st Group Starting at 2:30PM

Additional information will be sent regarding food, etc. at Babson rehearsals and performances. 

PERFORMANCE DAY:
On the day of your dancer’s performance, please plan to arrive two hours prior to show time.  Dancers should bring their costumes with them, and have their hair styled for their first dance and make-up should already be applied. (Info about hair and make-up to come in a separate email).

For the safety of your children: All dancers will remain backstage for the entire performance. Parents who are not officially volunteering will not be allowed backstage.