What is the best way to communicate and ask questions?

We want the concert experience to be organised, enjoyable and as stress-free as possible for everyone.

Keeping families well informed is a priority, so please take the time to read through this website and any additional concert information emailed to you.

Please check this website regularly. It will be updated as new information, times and details become available.

Reminders will also be sent out each week as we get closer to rehearsals and concerts, so you don't need to remember everything at once!

Please remember that for rehearsals, your child only needs to attend for their own allocated times. They do not need to stay for the whole day unless specifically advised.

We recommend printing the relevant schedules and highlighting your child's classes. This makes it much easier to quickly see where and when your child needs to be.

If you have a question, please check the website and concert notes first, as the answer may already be there.

If you still need help, please feel free to email me. Email is always the best way to contact me, as I can respond when my schedule allows.

Please avoid sending concert questions through Facebook/Instagram/whats app etc. I don't check social media messages regularly, so you are likely to wait much longer for a response.

There is a lot of information to coordinate across so many students, classes and performances, but please don't feel overwhelmed by it all. I'll continue sending reminders and updates along the way, and keeping up to date with the information provided will help everything run smoothly for everyone.

Does my child need to attend an extra class to be in the concert?

No. Your child's concert dance is choreographed and practised during their regular weekly class.

The only additional commitments are our scheduled concert rehearsals.

Does my child perform in all concerts?

No. Which concerts your child performs in depends on their age group and routines.

Lil Groovers: Saturday morning only

School-age students: Friday night and Saturday night

Opening and Closing routines: Perform in all three shows

Some competition routines: May also perform in our Saturday morning show

You will know well in advance exactly which shows your child is performing in.

What time does my child need to arrive?

Your child will be given a specific arrival time closer to the concerts.

Arrival times may vary depending on the show and your child's routines, so please check the information provided for your child rather than assuming the same arrival time applies to everyone.

Saturday morning show

Solos and senior groups 10:30 AM

All Lil Groovers Dancers 11:00 Am

*If you child is only in the 2nd half please bring them around at 12:30pm

Both Night Shows

Seniors and inters 4:30 pm

12 ish age groups 5:00pm

All younger students 5:30 pm

*If your child is only in the 2nd half as long as they arrive by 6:30pm.

Do I need to purchase a ticket for the concert?

Yes. Anyone who would like to sit in the audience and watch the concert will need a ticket, including dancers.

Dancers are welcome to remain in the dressing rooms while they are not performing, so they only need a ticket if they would like to sit in the audience and watch the show.

Does my child need a costume?

Yes. All students performing in the concert will need their concert costume.

Students will also need their CMDA uniform for the finale.

All costume requirements and any extras needed for each routine will be provided in advance.

How do I get the extras my child needs, such as shoes and tights?

A list will be provided showing exactly what your child needs for their routines.

Shoes, tights and other required items can be purchased through our online store.

It isn't possible to try items on before purchasing. Please purchase the item in the size you think will be best and, if it doesn't fit, we are very happy to swap it for another size.

Once purchased, your order will be available for your child at their next class.

Please don't email Miss Cath with an order. All items need to be purchased through the online store first.

We will also have stock available at our first Northlakes High School rehearsal, so you can purchase anything you still need then.

Does my child need to attend the rehearsals?

Yes. Our concert rehearsals are an important part of preparing for the show.

This is when students practise on stage, learn their entrances and exits, rehearse the finale and become familiar with how everything will work on concert day.

Please make every effort for your child to attend the rehearsals allocated to them.

Does my child need to wear make-up?

Yes. All students need to wear stage make-up for the concert. Stage lighting can wash out facial features, so make-up helps faces to be clearly seen from the audience.

We have provided a make-up tutorial and guide with everything you need to know.

How does my child's hair need to be done?

We have provided a hair tutorial showing exactly how we would like concert hair done.

Please have your child's hair completed before arriving at the theatre.

Where do I drop off and collect my child?

All drop-off, arrival and collection information has been provided in the concert information.

Please check the relevant links for your child's show, as arrangements may vary depending on the performance.

The Art House entry for performers click here.

Can parents come into the dressing rooms or backstage?

Parents are welcome to come into the dressing area to help their child get ready.

As students will be changing costumes in the dressing areas, only female parents and carers are permitted in these areas. We appreciate your understanding in helping us maintain the privacy of all our dancers.

The actual backstage area is restricted to students and registered CMDA helpers only.

The actual backstage area is restricted to students and registered CMDA helpers only.

These rules are important for the privacy and safety of all our dancers and to keep backstage organised during the shows.

Can my child leave once they have finished dancing?

Yes. If your child has finished all of their dances and doesn't wish to take part in the finale, they are able to leave.

However, we would really love all of our students to stay and be part of the finale wherever possible.

Does my child need to stay for the finale?

We would love them to!

The finale is only done on the Saturday night show.

The finale is a special part of the concert where the whole school comes together on stage to finish the show. It's a lovely way for the students to celebrate everything they've worked towards and finish the concert together.

We would really like all students to stay and participate in the finale. However, if your child needs to leave after completing their dances, they can do so.

What does my child need to bring?

Please check your child's costume and concert information carefully, as this will tell you exactly what they need for each routine.

Make sure everything is clearly labelled with your child's name, particularly costumes, shoes, tights and uniform pieces.

A few handy extras to have in the concert bag are baby wipes or make-up remover, baby powder for itchy costumes, safety pins, clear nail polish for small runs in tights and clear/invisible Band-Aids.

Can my child eat in the dressing room?

Yes, but please pack simple, mess-free snacks and water.

Please avoid anything messy, sticky or likely to stain costumes, and be mindful of other students who may have food allergies.

What happens if my child gets nervous or upset?

This is very normal, especially for younger students and those performing in their first concert.

Our teachers and helpers are very experienced with concert days. Once students are with their friends, dressed in their costumes and getting ready to perform, most nerves disappear very quickly.

What happens if my child is sick on concert day?

If your child is unwell and unable to perform, please email us as soon as possible so we know not to expect them and can make any necessary changes.

When will concert tickets go on sale?

Tickets are sold directly through The Art House.

We will provide the booking link as soon as it becomes available.

Our concerts have sold out in previous years, so we strongly recommend being ready to purchase your tickets when they go on sale.

Is the concert professionally filmed?

Yes. All of our concerts are professionally filmed, so you can sit back and enjoy watching your child perform.

Information about accessing the concert video will be provided separately.

What If We Are Running Late on Concert Day?

Please do your very best to arrive at the allocated time. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the start of the show, delay a dance or rearrange the program to accommodate a late arrival.

We know unexpected things can happen, so please allow plenty of extra time for traffic, parking and getting your dancer checked in and ready.

How should I contact CMDA if I have a concert question?

Please contact us by email only.

With so much happening around concert time, questions sent by text, social media or mentioned to us in person can easily get missed.

Keeping all concert enquiries to email means we have a record of your question and can make sure nothing gets lost or forgotten.

Before emailing, please have a quick look through the concert information and FAQs first, as there's a good chance the answer is already there.