Please be reminded that tuition is charged on the 1st of each month (Aug - Dec)

HERE is the link to the Aristocats, Kids Google Drive,
this includes the music tracks and choreo videos.
Please download the music tracks in this drive to a device that your child has access to so that they can begin listening to and learning the music. There are 2 sets of music tracks, one has guide vocals to assist in learning the lyrics and one set of Performance tracks to rehearse with once they learn the lyrics.

NTS will be closed for the following holidays:
Labor Day - Monday, Sept 1st
Fall Break - Wednesday, Oct 15th.- Sunday, Oct 19th
Thanksgiving - Monday, Nov 24th - Sunday, Nov 30th
Winter Holiday - Monday, Dec 22nd - Monday, Jan 5th

*Please remember that production tuition is spread out over 5 months and will charge on the first of each month August - December. All Aristocats, Kids performances will take place at the LMG Black Box Theatre at NTS

MONDAY CAST

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17th - DRESS REHEARSAL
Saturday, November 22nd -PERFORMANCE
10:15AM Call
11AM - Performance #1
11:45AM Performance #2

TUESDAY CAST.
Saturday, November 22nd - PERFORMANCE
1PM CALL
1:45 PM Performance #1
2:30 PM Performance #2

IMPORTANT EMAIL RE: PERFORMANCES THAT WENT OUT on 11/14
ARRIVAL:
Students should arrive at their call time on Saturday, November 22nd in full hair, make up and base layer with a zip up or button down shirt over their Base Layer.  The Base Layer is an undergarment and something should be worn over it.

The performances will take place AT NTS, our studio space turns into a black box theater.  We will open the doors approx 5-7 minutes before each shows' start time.  The show runs approx. 25-30 minutes.  The performance will be the conclusion of the class / semester.

You may start lining up to enter the theater at any time. After the first performance, we will ask everyone to clear the theatre so that we can re-set the kids and the theater for the second performance.  Please take all of your belongings with you, anything left will be taken up.

After your second performance, we will clear the theater and get the kids dressed and they will be released into the parking lot for friends and family to greet them. The turn around between performances is very quick and the kids need to stay connected with doing the performance, connecting with parents in between shows can be very distracting and upsetting to some children.  Students will meet all friends and family after the second performance.

PARKING: 
Parking will be tight.  Please do NOT park at the Shell station.  Off the record, we use the Brugger's parking lot. The auto shop behind the BP is closed on Saturdays and they typically have some open spots; also check behind Sportsman's and the building next to that (next to the post office). 

WHITE'S MERCANTILE:
We will have 3 reserved parking spots for White's Mercantile, please do not use those at any time.  We want to be good neighbors!  If you need a bathroom before the performance, the BP has a lovely bathroom and they are very friendly.

TICKETS: 
Tickets will be passed out at rehearsal next week.  Please bring these with you on Saturday.  We will not be selling any additional tickets.  It will get cozy, but we have never had to turn anyone away. 

Each student will receive 2 tickets for EACH performance (a total of 4 tickets). Tickets are $12 each and were charged to your NTS account. Un-ticketed children may sit on the floor or laps so that you do not have to use one of your tickets for them. Once all ticketed patrons are seated and children are on the floor, we will allow any other guests to come in, based on floor seating availability.

ATTENDANCE
Attendance is extremely important as we add new material to the show each week. If you know your child has an unavoidable conflict, please let us know ASAP via email to Ms. Vanessa so that we can work the rehearsal schedule around that. We would hate to schedule your child's BIG number only to find out that they won't be attending that day. Each student and every rehearsal are important. The expectation is that they are working on lines and music at home always, but that in no way replaces what is done with the full cast in rehearsal.

GENERAL NTS INFO…..
DROP OFF / PICK UP
We are located at 106 Page Road, behind the Shell Station.  We open the doors at your class / rehearsal time. 

DROP OFF...Please ALWAYS PARK IN A PARKING SPACE, we do not have a hook up line.  Once you have parked you may walk your child to the door, or they may walk themselves if you feel they are capable and safe.

PICK UP...Please ALWAYS PARK IN A PARKING SPACE, we do not have a hook up line.  Once you have parked you may meet your child on the front porch.  We do not want children running into a dark parking lot to meet parents.  Older students may walk to their cars, but most students will need a parent to meet them on the porch.

WHAT TO BRING?  ALWAYS.... :)  
Everyone should have a designated "theatre bag".  If you already have a dance bag, you may use that!
*Dance shoes  (for dance classes and productions).  Ladies - Jazz or Ballet Shoes, Gentlemen - A converse Style shoe. 
These shoes should NEVER be worn outside, you will change when you arrive.  
*Your script, if you have one
*Pencils / highlighter
*Water bottle with your name on it
*Extra hair bands are a good idea too!

WHAT TO WEAR?
Ladies:
A leotard or form fitting athletic shirt, no large, baggie shirts with leggings or dance shorts
(NO RUNNING SHORTS, PLEASE)
Jazz Shoes (tan preferred).  Sweatshirts are welcome as needed!

Hair should be pulled back BEFORE you enter the room.

Gentlemen: Athletic short or pants and a t-shirt. Black converse style shoes.

*Please remember that production tuition is spread out over 5 months and will charge on the first of each month August - Dec.

Cancellation Policy:  If you need to cancel your registration for a production, you may do so with 30 days notice, until October 1st.  After October 1st, you will be required to finish payment for the semester. All classes and productions require a 30 day notice for cancellation.

PERFORMANCE INFORMATION
Each student will receive 2 tickets for EACH performance (a total of 4 tickets). Tickets are $12 each and will be charged to your NTS account. Un-ticketed children may sit on the floor or laps so that you do not have to use one of your tickets for them. Once all ticketed patrons are seated and children are on the floor, we will allow any other guests to come in, based on floor seating availability.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED FOR PERFORMANCES…

Ladies:

1) All ladies will wear the NTS standard Base Layer
BASE LAYER = Capezio Light Suntan Tights and a Suntan Leotard.
You can purchase these on Amazon or at Spell’s across the street from St. Thomas Hospital on Harding Road.
We know deliver times are uncertain, please plan ahead and be SURE your child has these by dress rehearsal! Black or tan jazz shoes or ballet shoes.

Students should arrive for dress rehearsal and performances in their Base Layer and hair and make up.
They should wear a button down or zip up shirt or jacket over their Base Layer.

NO jewelry or Nail Polish, Hair Bands should be the color of their hair, or neutral..no pink, green, etc…

HAIR: Should be slicked back into a neat hairstyle. 2 high ponytails, 2 braids, 1 ponytail or bun, but NO whispies. Starting with wet hair and using gel or a TON of hairspray will achieve this look!

MAKE UP: Brown eyeshadow, bright blush, mascara and L’Oreal Red Lipstick (you can purchase this at Walgreens or Kroger).

Gentlemen: Tight fitting / compression short and shirt to wear under their costume. Below are links of ideas for compression shorts and shirts that work well.
UNDERSHIRT. SHORTS
We have communal dressing areas, so please be sure they have on “underclothes” that will fit under their costume. Black converse style shoe.

HAIR: Hair should be neatly slicked back with gel or other products.

Make up: We will apply powder as needed.