Born to perform
Recital 2027: May 1 & 2, 2027
Recital Opt-In and Opt-Out Forms
All Coomer Ballet Conservatory students must complete either the Recital Opt-In Form or Opt-Out Form by September 26, 2026. Late responses will incur a $30 fee.
Venue Details
Deer Park High School Theater - South Campus
710 W San Augustine St, Deer Park, TX 77536
The theater is off of Joe Scott Cathey Ave/Texas Ave. Dancers (Check-In) and Audience will enter through the Main Entrance shown on the Venue Map below. Parking is free and located behind the school.
Click here for parking and entrance info: Deer Park Venue
Frequently Asked Questions:
Where is the recital?
-Deer Park High School - South Campus located at 710 W San Augustine St, Deer Park, TX 77536. Parking is free and located behind the school.
When is the recital?
Classes will perform in one show only (Show A, B, or C). Assigning classes to each recital is a long planning process. We do our best to accommodate dancers in multiple classes and try to put as many siblings in the same shows as possible. We have a recital planning program that helps us plan our shows with the least amount of conflicts. Despite the enormous effort put into this project, it is impossible to put every family or student into only one show. Many times families will be assigned to separate shows. Siblings in multiple recitals is a common practice for many dance studios.
Can my dancer participate?
-Dancers must be enrolled and complete all class transfers by November 1, 2026 to participate in the recital. This is to due costume availability and the setting of choreography.
-Dancers in Ballet 4 and Ballet 5/6 must be enrolled in both of the required weekday classes to participate as they will rehearse both days.
-The following classes will not perform in the recital: Open Ballet and Beginner Pointe. Adult classes will perform unless notified otherwise.
What are the fees associated with the recital and when are they due?
Recital Fees: $90 Per Dancer (Due February 1, 2027)
Recital Costume Fees (Per Class/Costume)
Tiny Tots and Creative Dance: $95
All other classes: $115
Ballet 4 and up (Tutus): Approximately $160-$190
A $50 costume deposit will be due on October 1, 2026 and the remaining balance will be due on November 1, 2026. Each class has a separate dance and costume. Costume fees are non-transferable and non-refundable.
What does the recital fee pay for?
The recital fees go toward renting the theater for the shows/dress rehearsals, production/technician fees, lighting, flooring, instructor/staff pay, planning, insurance, music licensing fees, etc.
When do you take measurements for costumes?
We will start taking measurements for costumes on October 5, 2026.
When is the Dress Rehearsal? Is it mandatory?
Dress rehearsal will be before each show and it is mandatory and dancers must be on time. If your dancer does not attend dress rehearsal or is late they will not perform in the recital. NO EXCEPTIONS. You will receive a detailed rehearsal schedule with your dancer’s rehearsal times. Parents may NOT watch dress rehearsals from the audience.
How do I get my tickets?
Ludus (our online ticketing center) will handle ticket sales. Tickets are $25 per person and are for general seating. You must have your tickets to enter the auditorium. Tickets purchased the day of your dancer’s show will increase in price to $30 per ticket.
A ticket will be required for any non-performing dancer who wants to watch the show. Children 4 and under sitting in laps do not require a ticket. Tickets must be bought before the event.
How should I style my dancer's hair? Do they need makeup?
All ballet, jazz, contemporary, and tap classes will have their hair in a high bun unless specified differently on our class costume sheets. For hair in a high bun, the top of the bun should just be visible on the top of the head when looking straight on (not on top of the head). Please do not use a donut hairpiece or a bun maker for buns. Buns should be as flat as possible. Watch this link for detailed instructions for buns: Houston Ballet Academy Ballet Bun Tutorial - YouTube
For girls’ makeup, we suggest red lipstick, pink blush, black mascara, and a neutral color palette for eyeshadow. The goal is only to enhance the dancer's features so that their face shows up on stage and does not get washed out by the bright lights. Makeup is recommended but not required.
When should I check in my dancer for the recital? Should my dancer arrive in costume?
Dancers in the first act should check in no later than 30 minutes before the show. Dancers in the second act should check in no later than 15 minutes before the show.
Yes, please have your dancer dressed in their costume with hair and makeup complete when they are checked in at the stage door. If your child has multiple costumes, please pack them in a garment bag for easy access with all necessary shoes, tights, and hair accessories. Please label all items with your child’s name.
Can I go backstage with my child? Who will be watching my child backstage?
No, only dancers, staff, and assigned class parents will be permitted backstage. One parent is allowed for our Tiny Tot and Adaptive Dance dancers. Only assigned class parents who have gone through a background check will assist in coordinating & supervising backstage along with the staff of Coomer Ballet. The backstage area is supervised for the duration of the show. Dancers can be checked in and out at the stage door either at intermission (if they are done) or after the show only. We do not release dancers during the show.
Class parents will be chosen by teachers to help backstage. Class parents DO get to watch their dancer from the side of the stage and do not need to purchase a show ticket. Not all parents who volunteer will be able to help as the backstage space is limited.
Can we leave when my dancer is finished with her/his dance?
During Rehearsal: YES
During Recital: NO
It’s a big distraction (to fellow audience members and performers) to get up and move around during the performance. All performers deserve respect and the joy of a large audience clapping for them. It’s a great lesson in live performance etiquette.
We must leave the recital early. What do we do?
If you cannot avoid leaving the recital early, you MUST follow these rules.
Contact the office by Monday, April 24 (no late submissions will be accepted) and provide us with your child’s name, class, AND WHO will be picking her/him up. At the recital, SIT IN THE BACK of the auditorium to limit distraction when leaving. When your child is done performing: Send only the named person to pick up your child from the check in table. Staff will only release the child to the adult listed.
NOTE: For the SAFETY of ALL our performers, we WILL NOT release a child early unless we have been contacted by April 24. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Besides their costume, what else does my dancer need?
Each class has specific tights and shoes they will need.
Tights will not be available to order through Coomer Ballet; however, we do have limited stock in the studio. We recommend purchasing from Backstage Dancewear. Be sure to buy any necessary tights/shoes early as tights often go out of stock during recital season. Again… order/buy early!
Underwear should not be worn under tights for dancers. This creates bunching and they can almost always be seen from the audience. Older students can wear skin-tone undergarments that are not visible under the costume if needed.
What is there for dancers to do while waiting backstage?
It can seem like a long wait for an excited dancer backstage. For that reason, we give our class parents and staff many tools to keep the kids entertained. There are games and coloring sheets. When it is their turn to dance, they are called, and our staff walks them to the stage and back safely. Dancers will remain backstage until the end of the show. Please pack water and a healthy nut-free snack for your child in case they get hungry. If you send your dancer with a tablet, please be sure to label it with their first and last name in case it gets left behind. NO SLIME OR PLAYDOH!
Can I videotape or take pictures of the performance?
This is an important memory, one you will always cherish. For that reason, we hire a professional videographer to film all shows. Recital Videos will be available in the lobby to purchase from Bella Video. Their email address is hdbellavideo@yahoo.com.
Phone and flash photography can be a distraction to our dancers as well as to the audience members around you. For that reason, the taking of photographs or videotaping of the show is strictly prohibited.
When is Recital Picture Day?
More information coming soon.
How do I purchase a recital ad in the program for my dancer or business?
Congratulate your dancer or promote your business in our recital program! Program advertisements will be seen by over 3,000 audience members. Digital programs are available for free, or you can purchase a printed program for $5 when you purchase your tickets. Recital Program Ads are available for purchase through April 17, 2027.
Once you purchase an ad in our Online Store, send the completed ad (using the required dimensions provided below) to michelle.c@coomerballet.com. We recommend using www.canva.com to design your ads. A $20 fee will be charged if the ad is incomplete or requires any design adjustments. The deadline to purchase and submit an ad is April 17, 2027.
- Ad Sizes/Prices
1/4 Page: $95, W 2.25 in x H 4.25 in
1/2 Page: $135, W 5.5 in × H 4.25 in
Full Page: $195, W 5.5 in x H 8.5 in
I have additional questions that are not covered here. Who do I contact?
Please contact our office by calling 832-736-5838 or emailing us at info@coomerballet.com.