Join Us For Our Winter Tap Performance

Frequently Asked Questions

My dancer has never been on stage before. What can I expect?
Our performances are a wonderful, stress-free way to introduce your dancer to theatre and stage. The experience will build their confidence and give them a better understanding of what to expect as they progress to older programs. The dancers will be lead by up to 5 teachers on stage, and will always have someone close by to help. While every dancer will react differently to being on stage, the majority of the kids (and parents) have a great experience.

How long are the performances?
Each performance lasts about 30 minutes.

How many dancers are on stage at once?
We allow a maximum of 22 dancers on stage per showtime. 

Are there extra rehearsals outside of class?
No. All preparations for the performance will happen in class. Your dancer is not expected to memorize the dances but it does help to practice at home. They will follow along with the teachers on stage.

Please note participating in the show is optional, but very fun!

PERFORMANCE PATCHES

Every performance tells a story—and each one earns our dancers a custom-designed patch that captures the theme and spirit of that season. These colorful keepsakes are proudly displayed on dance bags and backpacks, reminding our dancers of how far they’ve come. A dancer who begins at age 2 could collect a full set of 10 patches, marking each special milestone along their Small Fry journey.

“How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)” 

LOCATION:
Zohar Dance Company & Studio
4000 Middlefield Road, L4
Palo Alto, CA 94303
(Use North Entrance for closest parking)

Show Times Information – December 13, 2025

All shows run about 30 minutes

ALL SHOWS ARE LIMITED TO 22 DANCERS – SPOTS ARE FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVE. WE DO EXPECT ALL SHOWS TO SELL OUT.
3:30pm | Show #1
Studio and Preschool D&P dancers eligible for this hour
Teacher Kelli Leading
Guest performances – PCPA duets and trios

4:30pm | Show #2 
Studio and Preschool D&P dancers eligible for this hour
Teacher Lainie Leading
Guest performances – PCPA duets and trios

5:30pm  Show #3 
Studio and Preschool D&P dancers eligible for this hour
Teacher Sierra Leading
Guest performances – PCPA duets and trios

Performer Participation Fee:
$90.00 per female performer
2 Family tickets (your dancer does not need a ticket)
Student participation
Show programs
Small Fry performance patch

Important Dates

***The final day to register will be 11/17/25 or when shows become full, whichever comes first.

Costume – All performers

Female & Male Performers

Please plan and prepare your own costume for this show.  SMALL FRY DANCE CLUB WILL NOT PROVIDE YOUR COSTUME THIS SEASON. 

Your inspiration for this season’s featured dance are Lady Bugs / Black and Red Theme!

We put together a pinterest board to help spark some ideas!

Footwear

All performers need black tap shoes. 

Makeup

This is your choice and no gender/character distinction this round. 

Wearing makeup to the show is up to you and your dancer.  It is common to enhance features so dancers can be seen on stage.   For example; lips and blush.  You can decide as a family when you want to add this element.

Hairstyle

Female dancers: Is your choice, we only ask that hair is pulled away from the face.

Male dancers: combed neatly with product

***IMPORTANT***

Please note, failure to follow costume and footwear requirements will result in ineligibility for participation in future shows.  If you have any questions, please ask.

This is a great learning experience for the Small Fry’s.  Our rules and requirements are in place for safety, confident and comfortable dancers, and reinforcement of classroom curriculum.  Please trust our guidance as professional teachers and dancers. We want your children to have a wonderful experience and the details count!   

DANCE THEATRE SHOP
We highly recommend visiting Dance Theatre shop in downtown San Mateo to purchase your costume items and/or tap shoes. We are in contact with them on specific requirements for each season and they will be able to help guide you in the right direction.

San Mateo location
650.340.7066
414 S. Ellsworth Ave.
www.dancetheatreshop.com/
(They do also have a Mountain View location for our South Bay families)

Or, of you would prefer to order online, visit www.DiscountDance.com

Extra tickets – $12 each PRESALE / $12 day of the show

Each family will receive 2 tickets with their performance fee.
Your dancer does not need a ticket.
Extra tickets – $12 each
Extra tickets will go on sale Thursday 11/13/25
Extra Tickets on sale – Round 1 – 11/13/25 – 11/25/25
Extra Ticket Round 2 – 11/26/25 -open until show day or sold out
Preschool dancers – tickets dropped off at preschools starting Monday 12/1/25
Studio tickets ready for pick up – Wednesday 12/3/25
Extra tickets are first come first serve, must be paid for in advance, and are non- refundable.

We will create an online form for extra tickets sales. The link to the extra ticket form will be live as of Thursday 11/13/25 10am. We will email the link to show families.

Spring Ballet Performance Line Up

You can use the link below as the season progresses to reinforce the songs at home. Please note that only the featured dance will have the set choreography. The remaining songs will be warm up songs that the kids will follow along with the teacher on the day of the performance. And as always, we do not expect your dancer to memorize the dance in its entirety. They will have 21 other dancers as well as several teachers on stage with them to help them along on the day of the performance. 

PLAYLIST LINK HERE!!!!!

“Treasure (Cash Cash Radio Mix)”
By: Bruno Mars
Focus: Entrance (Marching)

“Hey Diddle Diddle”
By: PJ Panda
Focus: Patterns

“Victor Vito”
By: The Laurie Berkner Band
Focus: Shape copy V shape
1st position, straddle, high V arms, low V arms, peace sign, etc. etc.
(connect images to V shape)

“Everything Goes With Blue”
By: Tyla, Smurfs Soundtrack
Focus: Isolations

“How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)”
By: Remi Wolf
Focus: Featured Tap Dance