This book is a practical guide for dance teachers, studio owners and parents who partake in the annual dance recital. It can be used as a reference to plan and execute the dance recital from start to finish. It starts at the beginning with the recital theme, and then explores many of the components that contribute towards a successful dance performance. It examines what to teach, how to teach, and how best to prepare children for dancing on stage. It looks at the practices of back stage management, and gives strategies to maintain order. This book gives ideas on how to generate income from the dance recital and looks at the legal requirements for children in performance.

The Dance Recital is an invaluable guide book for dance teachers who are tackling their first dance performance. With the volume of things to remember this book helps to ensure that nothing is left to chance. It will ensure that your dance recital runs effortlessly and earns you the trust and respect of all of your dance pupils