For more than four decades, Longwood Performing Arts has provided students with an exciting performance experience through its Annual Student Performance. The annual staple of the dance school, the recital, is a rite of passage for thousands of youngsters. It is a chance to shine in front of family and friends that they anticipate with nervous excitement. The recital offers our students a professionally directed performance that allows them to present to their families and friends the results of a year’s hard work, dedication, and progress.

Level 1 Recital

At Longwood Performing Arts, we have an Level 1 Recital for the Ballet/Tap 1 classes to introduce both you, the parents, and the students to what is involved in creating and participating in a performance. It is a wonderful opportunity for young students to perform in front of an audience and learn what is expected for a performance. All students at Longwood Performing Arts are urged to participate in the Level 1 Recital however, it is not mandatory.

Summer Dance Festival

Longwood Performing Arts Summer Dance Intensive culminates with our Summer Dance Festival, held in Kennett Square, PA. Join us to see what our dancers have been working on for the two weeks of the intensive. The performance is free and open to the public. The Performance in the Park will take place on Thursday June 26 at 6pm.

The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker performance will be held Saturday December 2025. The Nutcracker rehearsal and performance information will be posted on the bulletin board, LPA BAND app, and the website. In order to be considered for a role in The Nutcracker, dancers must be enrolled in a ballet class.

When are auditions?
Divisions B, C, D - Wednesday, August 27th - 5:00-6:30 pm
Divisions 2,3, 4, 5, A - Saturday, September 14th
11:15-11:45 pm - Division 2
12:15-1:00 pm - Division 3
9:45-10:45 am - Divisions 4
12:30-1:30 pm -Division 5
1:45-2:45 pm - Division A

What should I wear to auditions?
Your ballet uniform, pink tights, hair in a bun, and ballet shoes
Boys - black pants, white t-shirt, and ballet shoes

What if my dancer cannot attend auditions?
Please email longwoodperf@gmail.com stating which of your dancers would like to be considered and why you are unable to attend auditions.

When will I hear what role(s) my dancer received?
Parents will receive an email with what role(s) have been offered to your dancer following auditions. You must complete the required form found in that email to officially accept your role in the production.

When will rehearsals be held?
Saturday mornings between 9:00 am and 5:00 pm
There will be no rehearsal Thanksgiving weekend.

How will I receive the rehearsal schedule?
All rehearsals will be announced on the website, studio bulletin board, and on the BAND app 1 week prior to that rehearsal.

How many rehearsals can my dancer miss?
Dancers may only miss one(1) rehearsal. It is very important to be in rehearsal, so they can feel comfortable with the choreography and prepared for the performance.

Are there any mandatory rehearsals?
Yes, we will have 2 in-studio dress rehearsals and 1 dress rehearsal at the theatre.

Are there any production expenses?
Yes, below are the total production expenses. All expenses can be paid via CC on file or cash.
Audition Fee - $10
Production Fee - $100
LPA will provide all costume pieces, but dancer will be required to purchase their own tights, shoes, hair/make-up accessories, and skin tone undergarments for the performance. All items can be found at Longwood Dance Supply.

Does my dancer have to participate in a fundraiser?
Yes, each dancer will need to participate in a group fundraiser. Details will be announced very soon.