End of Year Concert - HOTA 2026
Our End of Year Concert is an incredible way for students to show off what they’ve learned in class. It's a fun and exciting part of their dance journey.
We love seeing our students practice, work together, and perform on stage. Concerts give everyone the chance to shine and an opportunity to feel proud of their hard work.
It’s also a great time for family and friends to watch, celebrate and congratulate. We encourage even our youngest and newest dancers to join in and be part of this special event.
Preschool Concert - Broadbeach Cultural Centre 2026
Tickets
Tickets will be live SOON! We will email all families once the release date is finalised.
If your child is performing in BOTH the Prep-Grade 3 Show and the Grade 4-12 show or at both locations, please purchase tickets for these multiple shows in the one transaction. The HOTA website will automatically only charge you for one show. Any issues, please purchase to get your seats and we'll fix it up after!
Show Dates and Times
Helensvale - Sunday 1st of November
Varsity - Sunday 8th November
HELENSVALE SCHOOL AGED SHOW 1 - 1ST OF NOV
Prep - Grade 3 Show
TIMES TBC
HELENSVALE SCHOOL AGED SHOW 2 - 1ST OF NOV
Grade 4 - 12 Show
TIMES TBC
VARISTY SCHOOL AGED SHOW - 8TH OF NOV
Prep - Grade 3 Show
TIMES TBC
VARISTY SCHOOL AGED SHOW - 8TH OF NOV
Grade 4 - 12 Show
TIMES TBC
For Prep-Grade 12 students, they will be required for the full duration of their call time. Students will not be allowed to be collected from the venue straight after their performance on stage. The stage door and entrance points are locked after drop off to ensure safety of all our students.
Your child's drop off time will be allocated and an email will be sent informing all families of their times!
Drop off times follow your child's LAST NAME, with the first initial used. E.g Smith (S)
(A - G) Times TBC
(H - N) Times TBC
(O - Z) - Times TBC
Please arrive at your assigned drop off time, to ensure smooth drop off process and hopefully preventing bottle necks!
Stage door and entrance points will close after the final group of children have been ushered into the venue.
Photoshoot Days - Prep-Grade 12 Only
We are so excited for all Prep-Grade 12 groups to experience a beautiful photo shoot together!
Please review the timetable that has been emailed to find your child's Photo time. Please refer to their class name e.g (HS-Fri-Musical Theatre 2-3) to find their timeslot.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR PHOTO DAY - You may be required for multiple sessions so please read the schedule carefully and check off all classes your child is enrolled in!
Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled time.
Please leave your child with us at the door. Our waiting room will be closed and we are unable to have parents in the venue.
We have over 400 students and around 1000 different costumes to coordinate. We have done our absolute best to try and arrange the schedule so that your child isn't needed across the entire day on and off. However, in some cases, you may find this is needed depending on how many classes you attend and what venues you attend. The timetable is now 100% finalised and there will not be any changes to the schedule.
Uniform Shop Closed
The Uniform/Dance Shop will be CLOSED on the day, so please ensure that all of your Tight and Shoe purchasing is completed before the 3rd of September!
Individual Photos
Please see Photo Day Schedule email in reference to Individual Photo's. These will be taken on a separate weekend after Concert, for those that wish to purchase.
Last year all the slots sold out, so please make sure to purchase ASAP once this is released. Due to time constraints, we will not be able to release further slots once they have all been allocated and taken.
Makeup, Hair and Clothing Info for Photo Day and Concert
Hair Requirements
All Students will require their hair to be in a LOW BUN for every routine!
Refer to the image below.
This Bun is to be placed at the base of the neck.
Hair is to be slicked back with Gel and Hairspray, securing fringes and fly aways, with a middle part used!
No scrunchies, or coloured hair ties are to be used. Please choose only Ties and Pins that are the colour of your child's hair
We are keeping make-up basic for all students.
Please apply a light base of foundation to match your child’s skin tone.
Please use a bronze-toned gold shadow and brown in the crease, as pictured and use mascara for lashes and a black liner. Lightly fill in eyebrows if applicable.
Red Lipstick for Lips
No Make up is required for Preschool Students
Clothing
Please have your child dressed in loose fitting and easy to remove clothing with Buttons or Zips for both Photo Day and Concert, with their correct tights and shoes on! Make Up and Hair is to be done by the parent ready for both events upon arrival. We will have your child's costumes ready to go!
Tights & Shoe Requirements for Photo Day and Concert
Ballet students will require Theatrical Pink Tights and Ballet Shoes. (Boys do not require Tights however thin black socks are to be worn)
Jazz students will require Tan Tights and Tan Jazz Shoes (Boys do not require tights) Boys wear black Jazz Shoes.
Acrobatics students will require Convertible Tan Tights and no shoes. (Boys do not require)
Musical Theatre and Singing students require Tan Jazz Shoes and Tan Tights.
Tap students require Tan Tap shoes, Tan Tights or for boys, black Tap Shoes (boys don’t require tights)
Lyrical students will require Tan Tights and Lyrical Toe Shoes or Cat Paws
Performance Team will require Tan Tights and Tan Jazz Shoes
Hip Hop will require Tan Tights and Dancer's Own choice of plain black sneakers. These can either be lace up or velcro. Please no colours or patterns.
Preschool Students Only (No photo's) - Butterfly Ballet and Jumping Jazzies students will either wear Pink Ballet shoes or Tan Jazz shoes, mirroring what footwear they wear in classes. Tiny Tumbler students don't have to wear shoes and require bare feet.
Preschool students are welcome to wear Theatrical Pink Tights, Tan Jazz Tights, Pink Ballet socks or Tan Jazz socks to match their footwear :)
Band App
Students use the BAND App to practice their routines at home.
Click the button below for full details on accessing this.
How Long does each routine run for?
All routines range from 3 - 3.5 minutes per class/group. Some routines will run for a little longer, if we have more children/groups involved in a particular routine.
Do I need to pack food for my child who is performing?
Yes, please pack a non-messy or sticky morning tea snack, lunch and afternoon snack. Please be sure to pack a drink bottle! (Please no NUTS)
What if my child doesn't want to perform on the day or is nervous?
We had over 400 students in our 2025 concert. Although there were certainly a few nerves, every student confidently went on stage and performed. The experience backstage is incredible, and your child is guided and supported every step of the way. We will do everything we possibly can to support your child to have a positive experience on stage. If they don't wish to perform on the day, our team will be there to support any child that needs additional help or guidance. We will manage this on a case by case basis and communicate with the parent accordingly.
Is my child required for the full day?
Each student is an integral part of their dance routine and an important part of their team. We will require students to be there for the full allocated duration of the day.
Do I get to keep my costume?
Yes! All costumes are brand new and are carefully chosen especially for your child :)
How long will the shows run for?
Our Show Run times are yet to be determined
When will the videos and photos be available?
Your Child’s photo/s from Photo Day and the Concert Video will be available as a digital download which is included in your Concert Fee. Both the Video and your child’s photo will be distributed by the end of January.
Are Concert Tickets Refundable?
Based on HOTA’s Terms & Conditions they are typically not refundable. Please click on this link for more information https://hota.com.au/terms-conditions/
Is my child allowed to bring a device?
No, devices are not permitted at the concert.
All student devices must remain safely at home. We want every child to feel included and connected during this special event. Allowing devices can unintentionally create moments where some children feel left out if they don’t have one. By keeping all devices at home, we make sure everyone enjoys the same shared experience together, without distractions or worries about belongings during the event.
Our team prioritises both student safety and the security of personal items.
If a child needs to make contact with their parents/guardian, they can speak with a team member who will assist them. If a parent needs to make contact with their child, please call 0490 766 193, in the event of an emergency or unforeseen situation.