Attire by level, Hair & Makeup (Stage)
On this page you can find visual and written information regarding what your dancer is required to wear to classes (please contact us for information regarding male ballet/jazz/tap dancers). Also below are guides for (1) making a ballet bun, and (2) appropriate stage makeup by age for Recital or Competition (unless otherwise specified by your instructor)




Preschool Happy Feet Classes, Pre-Primary & Primary Ballet
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Ballet Feet (Preschool): BLUE bodysuit (not shown)
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Pre-Primary (Ballet Blossoms) & Primary: PINK bodysuit (shown left)
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Ballet pink Mondor tights
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Ballet slippers (full sole), leather, with elastic
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Hair tied back, off the neck & away from the face
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Skirt NOT required for regular classes - available for rent to use for RAD exams
Funky Feet & Tappy Feet (Beginner Tap):
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Black ballet slippers for Funky Feet (see image below), black tap shoes for Tappy Feet
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Black fitted tank or t-shirt and black fitted shorts or leggings
Pre-Acro:
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Fitted, comfortable cloting that allows for flexibility and freedom of movement
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Bare feet for Tumble Tots

Ballet - Grade 1 Ballet & higher
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Black bodysuit
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Ballet pink Mondor tights
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Ballet slippers, leather, with elastic (full sole - see image)
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Hair tied back, off the neck & away from the face
Character:
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Black character shoes with elastic sewn on
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Character skirts and shoes available for rent through the studio - purchase of a skirt is not necessary




Jazz, Lyrical & Modern/Contemporary
Jazz
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Black bodysuit
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For Recreational classes, a fitted tank top and dance shorts is acceptable
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Black fitted dance shorts optional
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Beige (Tan) Mondor tights
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Black leather slip-on jazz shoes - Pre-Junior (Beginner) Jazz
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Beige leather slip-on jazz shoes - Junior, Pre-Intermediate, Intermediate & Recreational (Teen) levels
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Hair tied back, off the neck & away from the face
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Lyrical - hair may be worn half-up, half-down or down, at the teachers discretion
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Lyrical
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Shoes: Jazz shoes, beige "toe undies" or half-shoes may be used
Modern/Contemporary
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Bare feet
Tap
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Black bodysuit
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Black fitted dance shorts or dance pants may be acceptable - pants must be no longer than at the ankle so as not to interfere with shoes
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Black leather classic style tap shoes - Pre-Junior,
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Beige leather classic style tap shoes - Junior Tap levels
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Beige leather jazz style lace-up or slip-on shoes - Pre-Inter tap & higher
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Hair tied back, off the neck & away from the face
Image Below: black leather tap shoes suitable for younger grades

Hip Hop
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Clean, indoor running shoes
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Comfortable, fitted clothing that shows the lines of the body (does not have to be tight to the body) and that allows for flexible movement
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e.g., shorts & a T-shirt
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Acrodance
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Black bodysuit
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Jazz shorts, optional
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Bare legs and feet

Hair and Make-up - helpful links and tips!
Check out these links for some helpful information about stage make-up and hair for dancers!
Click the following links for a general guide to Stage Makeup for Dancers:
* Please note: You do not have to purchase this specific brand of makeup or specific colours - similar colours and any brand you prefer will be great!
Young Dancer - Up to age 10-12
Prima Diva - Competitive Dancers Ages 11 & up
JAMglam - Another option for Stage makeup Ages 11 & up
There are a number of ways to make a Bun. Here are a couple of "How-to" videos that may be helpful:
IMPORTANT: Do not hesitate to use MUCH MORE hair product than you would use for everyday hairstyles - dancers need to jump and spin at high speeds and their hair needs stay "perfect"!



Dance supplies available at Stage Stars in Prince Albert, SK