EN POINTE PRESENTS
TOP OF THE POPS
We are proud to announce this year’s show at Joseph Rowntree Theatre
Every year we put together a show for all the family, as dancers at En Pointe perform on the grand stage. Please find everything you need to know here.
Child Tickets are £10 Adult Tickets are £16
Dates & Times
Junior Show
SAT 31 MAY . 2.00PM
SUN 1 JUNE . 2.00PM
Senior Show
SAT 31 MAY . 7.00PM
SUN 1 JUNE . 7.00PM
Where is the show?
The show is happening at:
Joseph Rowntree Theatre, Haxby Rd, York YO31 8TA
Junior Show Rehearsal
We invite all our students in Primary aged 5yrs+ classes to participate in the 2 Junior performances. We also invite all our Students in Grade 1 & 2 level to participate in the Junior performances. (If you are unsure which show your child will be in, please check with their class teacher)
The Junior Show rehearsal (compulsory) will be held at the JR theatre on Thursday 29 May at 6pm - 9pm.
Students will just need their leotard and dance shoes, no costumes are required for the theatre rehearsal. We will do a costume rehearsals in class. Please pack some snacks and water.
Please note, you can not help back stage or be in the theatre with rehearsals unless you have a DBS and are listed to help!
If you have a DBS and wish to help, please email principal@enpointeyork.co.uk
We will aim to finish JUNIOR rehearsal at 9pm, please return to the theatre and wait outside at 9pm, and we will escort the children out to their parents.
Senior Show Rehearsal
We invite all our senior students classes to participate in the 2 Senior performances. The Senior Show rehearsal (compulsory) will be held at the JR theatre on Friday 30 May at 6pm - 10pm.
Please note, you can not help back stage or be in the theatre with rehearsals unless you have a DBS and are listed to help!
If you have a DBS and wish to help, please email principal@enpointeyork.co.uk
Students will just need their leotard and dance shoes, no costumes are required for the theatre rehearsal. We will do costume rehearsals in class. Please pack some snacks and water.
Chaperones Needed 🙋♀️
We’re looking for backstage assistants to help during the performances. If you're willing to chaperone a group of children, please get in touch! All chaperones must hold a current DBS certificate. If you don’t have one, York Council can assist with the application process.
The Costumes and Costs
There is a £20 compulsory Show entry fee to participate in the show. This covers things such as admin, organisational costs, theatre rehearsal time and expenses, etc. Costume fees are £35 per child, per class. Costumes purchased are yours to keep. This will include any props or hair accessories needed.
Shoe entry fees can be paid for via class4kids. Costume fees can be paid by card via the reception desk at En Pointe Studios. All Show fees MUST be paid by 6 April to secure your child’s performance place and costumes for the show.
On the Show Days
On the days of the shows, you will drop JUNIORS off at the stage door (10am on Sat 31 May and 12pm on Sun 1 June) with teaching staff and agreed DBS chaperones.
The Junior show should finish approx 4pm, could just one adult collect your child from the side stage door, as space at the side of the building is limited.
SENIORS, On the days of the shows you will arrive at 5pm for performances.
Please note Adults, you can not enter the backstage theatre unless you have a DBS and are list to help.
Food & Drink
Please prepare a non messy packed lunch for your child, no nuts! And water / flavoured water as coloured drinks and messy food can ruin costumes.
Preparing your child for the show
To ensure a smooth and stress-free show experience, please follow these guidelines:
Costumes & Accessories: Make sure your child has all their costumes and accessories ready. Clearly label every item, including shoes and clothing, with their name and dance name
Hair: Hair should be neatly styled in a bun. If you need a teacher to do this, please provide a full hair kit, including gel, spray, brush, bobbles, a hairnet, pins, and grips.
Uniform & Underwear: Students should wear plain white or skin-coloured underwear. Primary Ballet students must wear ballet socks, while Grade 1 and above should wear ballet tights (as per class uniform).
Backstage Entertainment: Pack something quiet to keep your child entertained, such as a colouring book (no felt tips), a reading book, or an iPad for example
Jewellery: Please remove all jewellery at home before arriving.
Food & Allergies: No nuts in lunch boxes.
Emergency Contacts: Ensure your emergency contact details are up to date on our “Class4Kids” booking system.
Thank you for your cooperation! Let’s make it a fantastic show! 🎭✨
Please read me
En Pointe are not responsible for the loss or damage of any personal items brought into the theatre. Keep your dancers costumes clean and tidy. If your dancer is in multiple dances with multiple costumes, that you must clearly label them with your child’s name. Also, just like a school day please can you pack a ‘non messy lunch’ for example sandwiches, snack bars, fruit, raisons etc. Please AVOID NUTS, avoid yogurts and wet or messy food. There are no facilities to warm any dinners or use a kettle for your child’s lunch.
Time is of the essence so please drop your child off on time at the Theatre.
We encourage you to get your tickets as soon as available on the JR Theatre website, as they sell out fast and don’t forget to invite Nan and Grandad and your friends, to support your budding performer!
We are super excited to be hosting another fantastic set of performances for our dance school’s wonderful students. We hope they enjoy and value this opportunity to perform and dance on stage to friends, family and loved ones.
If your child will not be performing in this year’s show, please let us know asap.
If you have any further questions, please email us.
The Theme
This year’s show theme is TOP OF THE POPS – a spectacular celebration of iconic songs from across the decades! 🎶✨
Costumes will be provided by your dance teacher in class once payment has been made at reception.
To secure your child’s place in the show and ensure their costume is ordered, all show fees must be paid by 6th April.
Photography 📸
We’re thrilled to have our trusted show photographer back, capturing unforgettable moments of your child in the spotlight! These stunning images will be available for purchase online after the show—details to follow. Pricing will vary depending on the number of photos selected, and payments will be made directly to the photography company.
Videography 🎥
Alongside our photographer, a professional videographer will be filming the entire performance, ensuring you can relive every magical moment of your dancer on stage.
Show Programmes 🎭
Don't miss out on our exclusive show programme, available to purchase at the theatre for just £5! It includes all performers' names, photos*, and special mentions. Plus, every programme comes with a chance to enter our competition to WIN a free term of dance classes! Be sure to grab your copy for a keepsake of this special event.
(*Subject to permissions)
*Photos — please send your child’s profile photo to studio@enpointeyork.co.uk to be in the show programme gallery pages, a quick snap on a smartphone is fine. If you can make it look like the example that would be appreciated. No black and white pics — Thank you.
Special mentions
Printed in the programme will be an opportunity to wish your dancer the best of luck on stage. The Special mentions are £5.00 please keep them under 30 words and can be emailed to studio@enpointeyork.co.uk you will get a confirmation receipt of the wording you’ve sent us if we have received it.