Tops Tips for a Concert/Eisteddfod Event
Eisteddfods are fun and can be a great way to add extra skills and expertise to your dance repertoire.
Plan Ahead
Make a bag filled with all the basics you will need for the concert/Eisteddfod, including extra tights, dance shoes, costumes, make up and any hair accessories.
A few extra bits for the bag:
REMEMBER to label everything that goes into the bag! Costumes/Uniforms, dance shoes etc. in a class are usually the same size and look the same so label label label!
Arrive a Bit Early
You need time to find out where your dance troupe/teacher or designated area is so arrive a bit early so as not to be rushing around at the last minute in a panic.
Bring Something for the Down Time
There may be times when your child has to sit quietly and wait for their turn on stage, so supply them with something for those times that allows them to sit quietly and play e.g. deck of cards. Don’t send food or anything (like textas that can mark their costume!)
Ways to help your child prepare
Practice at home a lot. Ask the teacher what the name of the song is that they are using and let your child practice at home. Your child will be far more confident on stage performing if they know their routine. Make sure they are well rested, concerts/Eisteddfods can be very tiring and a little more sleep will help them cope better with the whole experience.
Plan Ahead
Make a bag filled with all the basics you will need for the concert/Eisteddfod, including extra tights, dance shoes, costumes, make up and any hair accessories.
A few extra bits for the bag:
- Some clear bandaids/plasters in case of a blister
- A hanger in case you have a costume change, you can hang up your other costumes to keep it free from wrinkles.
- Small bag of babywipes – great for getting rid of last minute make up stains on costumes!
- Clear Nail Polish for those unexpected runs in your tights. Dab a little on a run as soon as you see it and that can stop it getting bigger.
- Safety pins for last minute costume malfunctions
REMEMBER to label everything that goes into the bag! Costumes/Uniforms, dance shoes etc. in a class are usually the same size and look the same so label label label!
Arrive a Bit Early
You need time to find out where your dance troupe/teacher or designated area is so arrive a bit early so as not to be rushing around at the last minute in a panic.
Bring Something for the Down Time
There may be times when your child has to sit quietly and wait for their turn on stage, so supply them with something for those times that allows them to sit quietly and play e.g. deck of cards. Don’t send food or anything (like textas that can mark their costume!)
Ways to help your child prepare
Practice at home a lot. Ask the teacher what the name of the song is that they are using and let your child practice at home. Your child will be far more confident on stage performing if they know their routine. Make sure they are well rested, concerts/Eisteddfods can be very tiring and a little more sleep will help them cope better with the whole experience.
