When is the skating show?
Saturday, March 6, 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 7, 2:00 p.m.

Why is the skating schedule different during show session?
The focus of the 6 Sundays during the show session is the preparation of the show numbers so that all of the skaters feel confident on the ice during the show. The purpose of the annual ice show is to give the skaters the chance to learn to skate to music, to skate with a group, to perform before an audience, and to develop skills of showmanship. Each show group will work with a coach for 30 minutes to practice the show number and will have 30 minutes to practice skating skills. Schedule changes have been made to accommodate the number of show groups.

What groups are performing in the show?
Each skater has been assigned to a show group based on her/his skating level at the beginning of the Winter session (when the costumes were ordered). Each show group will perform one number which will showcase the group as well as a feature soloist (an Advanced skater). Additionally, there will be performances by the graduating high school seniors, other Advanced skaters, special guests, and the Razz and Razzettes precision lines. Every skater will take part in the Grand Opening at the beginning of the show and the Grand Finale which closes the show.

Are there practices other than the regular Sundays and Mondays?
There will be three extra practices during the week before the show on Monday (March 1) and Friday (March 5) afternoons/evenings, and Saturday (March 14) morning. Skaters who perform in the first half of the show will practice first, everyone will participate in the Grand Opening (Mon.) or Grand Finale (Fri.) practice, then the skaters in the second half of the show will practice. The show listing and exact practice times will be distributed to all skaters and posted on the club’s webpage. The dress rehearsal will be on Saturday morning and will be a complete run-through of the entire show. Skaters should be in costume for the dress rehearsal but make-up is not necessary.

My skater won’t be able to attend a regular Sunday practice, do I have to let the coach know?
Regular attendance during show session is important so that the groups can practice with all members present. If you are going to miss a Sunday practice, please let coach Chris Amy know in writing as soon as possible. Skaters who miss more than 2 practices will not be able to skate in the show.
 
What time should the skaters arrive for the shows?
A half hour before the start time (6:30 on Saturday, 1:30 on Sunday)

Is there practice or warm-up before the show?
There is no practice or warm-up for the Basic and Intermediate skaters. Advanced skaters will have practice ice-time.

What should the skaters wear?
In addition to the costume which you purchased, your skater will receive a show t-shirt which will be worn over the costume during the Grand Opening number. Girls need to have skating tights to wear with their costumes. In order to match the rest of the group, the tights should be “light toast” colored skating tights. (Dance tights are often shinier and darker in color than skating tights). Tights will be available for purchase on Sunday afternoons at the table in the arena lobby. 
If you have a rented costume (Razzettes, Razz, and Opening Line), you must return it in order to receive your refund. Costumes will be collected on Sunday afternoon after the show. Refunds will be issued as account credits. 

Help! My skater’s costume is too big or too small.
Please have your skater try on her/his costume soon after you receive it. If there are issues with the fit, there are some club volunteers who can assist with alterations. Bring the costume on Sunday and check at the skating table.

Do we need to do something special with the skates?
Be sure that the skate boots are clean. If the boots are scuffed, they can be polished with white polish or covered with boot covers. Long laces can be tucked into the top of the boot after the skate is laced and tied. If you need to have the blades sharpened, plan to do it at least 2 weeks before the show so that your skater has time to get accustomed to the sharper blade.

Do we need skate guards?
Every skater should have a pair of skate guards to protect the blades (and the other skaters) while sitting in the bleachers and while moving to the backstage ice area. There will be buckets provided to hold each group’s guards while they are performing. Be sure that guards are labeled with your skater’s name on each guard. Soakers (soft terry cloth or fleece blade covers) are not meant to be used as guards and are not recommended.

What about makeup or hair?
Because the spotlights make the skaters faces look pale, it is suggested to use blush and lipstick. Hair should be styled in a manner so that it doesn’t fall into the skater’s face while performing. Clips or barrettes are recommended instead of bobby pins which could fall onto the ice.

How can I help during show session and during the shows?
There will be many opportunities to volunteer beginning with the preparation of props on Sunday afternoons in February. Many people will be needed to put up the show decorations on Tuesday, March 3 and to take them down after the Sunday performance. During the show, assistance is needed with selling tickets, programs, and flower, taking tickets at the door, sitting with skaters in the bleachers, assisting backstage, etc. Look for sign-up sheets on the skating table.

Can I videotape the skating show?
Because the performances are professionally videotaped, you may only tape during the dress rehearsal on Saturday morning. Order forms to purchase DVD recordings will be available during the show.

Do I have to buy a show program?
Each skater will receive a copy of the show program. Sales of show programs offset the expenses relating to the show production. 

What is Picture Day?
On Sunday, February 14, the Studio of Fine Photography will come to the arena to take pictures of each group which will be included in the show program. Pictures will be taken before or after your child’s skating time and there will be a schedule posted and distributed. Skaters should wear their costumes, tights, and skates for the picture. You will have the option to purchase group and individual pictures and order envelopes will be distributed before picture day. Please plan to have your skater in the group photo even if you don’t want to purchase any pictures.

What are Happy Ads?
A Happy Ad is a block of space in the show program that you can use to publish a message for your skater. Each Happy Ad block costs $5. Happy Ads will be available for purchase on Sundays at the skating table in the arena lobby.

Does the show program accept advertising?
Show sponsorships are available for purchase at the Gold ($100), Silver ($50) and Bronze ($25) levels. Show sponsors will be recognized in the show program.

Who picks the show theme / selects the costumes / designs the set / chooses the music?
Decisions about the annual ice show are made by the Show Committee, a group of volunteers who meet throughout the year to plan this annual event, along with the coaches.

Any other questions?
Just ask the RFSC Board member at the skating table during practice or send an e-mail to riversidefigureskating@charter.net