All-Inclusive performance fee
$150-165
PER FAMILY
The end of our dance season at Contemporary Dance & Fitness Studio culminates in a weekend of performances at the Barre Opera House. Dancers experience what it’s like to perform on a professional stage, complete with costumes, light design, music, and a stage manager. It’s a magical experience that will be remembered for a lifetime. In order to support the magic, CD&FS will be implementing an Inclusive Performance Fee for the 2024-2025 Season.
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faq:
How much will my All-Inclusive Performance Fee be?
If your dancer is in a Kidz, Junior, or Teen/Adult class your performance fee is $150.
If your dancer is in Ballet 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or Contemporary Ballet your performance fee is $165.
When will the Performance Fee be posted?
It will be posted on January 15th.
Is the Performance Fee per family or per student?
Per family.
When is it due?
The Performance Fee is due February 1st and will be automatically charged to your card on file. If you wish to pay with check or cash, please make a payment before February 1st.
I want my dancer to perform, but need more time for payment. Can I set up a payment plan?
Yes. Contact us before February 1st at [email protected] to discuss payment options.
Are there other fees associated with performing?
Can I order more T-shirts?
Yes! If you would like more than one t-shirt you may pre-order or purchase during production week. Additional T-shirts with the All-Inclusive Performance fee are $15. T-shirts are also available for general sale for $25.
Which streaming links will I receive?
All of them!
Which thumb drives will I receive?
Thumb drive order forms will be available for pre-orders in April. There is no additional cost.
Why has the costume fee increased?
Costume companies have steadily increased their prices over the years, and CD&FS' costume fees have not kept pace with that increase. Costumes that we used to purchase for $49.95, are now being priced at $64.95 - $74.95. This only reflects the price of the costume itself, and does not include any shipping fees or return/exchanges fees. It also does not include staff pay for measuring, sizing, ordering, and organizing costumes.
Why is there a new administrative and staffing fee?
In previous years, CD&FS teachers and staff volunteered their time leading up to the show, during production week, dress rehearsals, and during performance. Asking artists to work for free is no longer the industry standard. The administrative fee and staffing fee ensures that all employees are paid appropriately for their time.
My dancer is in Teen Jazz or Junior Company, do I still have to pay this fee?
Yes. Your inclusive monthly tuition fee for Company covers all Company-related rehearsals, performances, and costumes. This fee covers performance fees for your students regular weekly classes.
Are tickets included in the Performance Fee?
No. This year, all ticket sales will be sold through the Barre Opera House website. Ticket sales directly pay for renting the Opera House for our production week and performances, the lighting designer, the sound tech, additional technical staff, and the house manager.
My dancer has changed their mind and will no longer be performing. Can the performance fee be refunded?
No, we can not offer refunds for performance fees. You will still receive your costumes, CD&FS t-shirt, and performance links.
If your dancer is in a Kidz, Junior, or Teen/Adult class your performance fee is $150.
If your dancer is in Ballet 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or Contemporary Ballet your performance fee is $165.
When will the Performance Fee be posted?
It will be posted on January 15th.
Is the Performance Fee per family or per student?
Per family.
When is it due?
The Performance Fee is due February 1st and will be automatically charged to your card on file. If you wish to pay with check or cash, please make a payment before February 1st.
I want my dancer to perform, but need more time for payment. Can I set up a payment plan?
Yes. Contact us before February 1st at [email protected] to discuss payment options.
Are there other fees associated with performing?
- If you have one dancer in one class: No. Everything is included.
- If you have one dancer who is performing in more than one class: Yes. If your dancer is in a Kidz or Junior class, you will have an additional $65 costume fee per class. If your dancer is in a ballet class you will have an additional $80 costume fee per class. If your dancer is in a teen/adult class you will have an additional $40 costume fee per class. If your dancer takes a mix of classes, your most expensive costume fee will be included in the Performance Fee. Any additional costume fees are due March 1st, unless a payment plan has been put in place.
- If you have more than one dancer performing: Yes. If your dancer is in a Kidz or Junior class, you will have an additional $65 costume fee per class. If your dancer is in a ballet class you will have an additional $80 costume fee per class. If your dancer is in a teen/adult class you will have an additional $40 costume fee per class. If your dancer takes a mix of classes, your most expensive costume fee will be included in the Performance Fee. Any additional costume fees are due March 1st, unless a payment plan has been put in place.
Can I order more T-shirts?
Yes! If you would like more than one t-shirt you may pre-order or purchase during production week. Additional T-shirts with the All-Inclusive Performance fee are $15. T-shirts are also available for general sale for $25.
Which streaming links will I receive?
All of them!
Which thumb drives will I receive?
Thumb drive order forms will be available for pre-orders in April. There is no additional cost.
Why has the costume fee increased?
Costume companies have steadily increased their prices over the years, and CD&FS' costume fees have not kept pace with that increase. Costumes that we used to purchase for $49.95, are now being priced at $64.95 - $74.95. This only reflects the price of the costume itself, and does not include any shipping fees or return/exchanges fees. It also does not include staff pay for measuring, sizing, ordering, and organizing costumes.
Why is there a new administrative and staffing fee?
In previous years, CD&FS teachers and staff volunteered their time leading up to the show, during production week, dress rehearsals, and during performance. Asking artists to work for free is no longer the industry standard. The administrative fee and staffing fee ensures that all employees are paid appropriately for their time.
My dancer is in Teen Jazz or Junior Company, do I still have to pay this fee?
Yes. Your inclusive monthly tuition fee for Company covers all Company-related rehearsals, performances, and costumes. This fee covers performance fees for your students regular weekly classes.
Are tickets included in the Performance Fee?
No. This year, all ticket sales will be sold through the Barre Opera House website. Ticket sales directly pay for renting the Opera House for our production week and performances, the lighting designer, the sound tech, additional technical staff, and the house manager.
My dancer has changed their mind and will no longer be performing. Can the performance fee be refunded?
No, we can not offer refunds for performance fees. You will still receive your costumes, CD&FS t-shirt, and performance links.