Show Info - Peter Pan 2026
Our adventure to Neverland is getting closer! Whether this is your family’s first show or you’ve joined us before, we’re excited to share everything you need to feel prepared for Peter Pan. Below you’ll find the key dates, what your child needs to bring, and how show day will work, including drop-off and collection. There’s plenty to take in, so please read through carefully and if anything is unclear, we’re always happy to help.
ADS Presents Peter Pan
Date: 12 Dec 2026
Times: 1pm Cast A and 6pm Cast B
Where: James Hay Theatre
Who: All ADS students are invited to join us on the big stage. Participation is optional
How it works
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During classes late Term 3 and Term 4: Dancers will learn and practise their show dances in their regular classes, building confidence as we get closer to show day.
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Rehearsal week — Monday 7th to Thursday 10th December: This is when we bring everything together! Each cast has a run-through to practise the show in order and a dress rehearsal in costume. These rehearsals are held in Studio 1 at ADS
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Cast A: Monday 7th December — run-through; Wednesday 9th December — dress rehearsal.
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Cast B: Tuesday 8th December — run-through; Thursday 10th December — dress rehearsal.
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Friday 11th December — Day off: No rehearsals, a chance to rest and recharge before the big day!
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Saturday 12th December — Show day: It’s time to bring Peter Pan to life on stage! Cast A performs at 1pmand Cast B performs at 6pm. Dancers will need to arrive before their performance, please check the show-day arrival instructions for their arrival time.
Cast A - Yellow 1pm
Cast B - Blue 6pm
Rehearsal week by class
Rehearsal week is when we bring all our class dances and characters together to get Peter Pan ready for the stage! From Monday 7th to Thursday 10th December, each cast will attend a run-through and a dress rehearsal: Cast A on Monday and Wednesday, and Cast B on Tuesday and Thursday. Session times are the same across all four days, so please check the schedule below for when your dancer is needed. We encourage parents to drop off and go, giving dancers the chance to build confidence with their classmates. If your little dancer needs some extra support settling in, please let us know so we can accommodate their needs and help them feel comfortable. All leads will be required for both acts. All on stage dance helpers will be required for the Littlies slot 4-4.45pm.
What does my dancer need?
A little preparation will help your dancer feel comfortable and ready to enjoy rehearsals and show day! Please check the list below and pack everything they’ll need in a clearly named bag. Label all clothing, shoes and personal items so we can easily return anything misplaced, and help younger dancers get familiar with what’s in their bag so they know where to find it.
Rehearsal Days
Run through
- All dancers are required to wear their dance uniforms for our run through, including dance shoes and hair up
- Dancers will need a water bottle
- Dancers staying for more than one session will need some tidy snacks and/or dinner
- Please place all items in a small bag as studio space can be tight on these days
- No make up is required for rehearsal days
Dress Rehearsal
- All dancers to come NOT in dance uniforms as once they change into costumes uniforms are very easy to get mixed up
- All dancers are required to wear skin coloured undergarments
- Tights or socks that are required for your costume (Teachers will let you know if there is anything specific you need)
- Hair up and or the hairstyle for your dance (Teachers will let you know if anything differs from a ballet bun)
- Dancers will need a water bottle
- Dancers staying for more than one session will need some tidy snacks and/or dinner
- Please place all items in a small bag as studio space can be tight on these days
- No make up is required for rehearsal days
Show Day
- All dancers to arrive in easy and comfortable clothing
- All dancers are required to wear skin coloured undergarments
- Tights or socks that are required for your costume (Teachers will let you know if there is anything specific you need)
- Hair up and or the hairstyle for your dance (Teachers will let you know if anything differs from a ballet bun)
- Dancers will need a named water bottle
- Dancers will need some tidy snacks and/or dinner (Please no nuts, bananas or any messy food like yogurt)
- Please name dancers bags to make it easy for backstage helpers
- Stage makeup applied
- Please bring your lipstick in a named ziplock bag and backstage helpers will apply this just before going onstage
Show Day Schedule
Show day is almost here, and we can’t wait to bring Peter Pan to life on stage! On Saturday 12th December, Cast A performs at 1pm and Cast B performs at 6pm. Please check the schedule below carefully for your dancer’s arrival and collection times, as dancers need to arrive before their performance to get ready. Arriving on time helps everyone settle in and feel prepared for their moment on stage!
Cast A - 1pm Show
Drop off and pick up times
Littlies 12.15pm
WOD L2 Wed - Pixie Dust
Pre-Primary Wed - Storytime
Pre-Primary Sat - Pearls
Primary Jazz 1 - Puppies
Junior Jazz 1 - Pocket watch fairies
Primary ballet Tuesday - Vidia Fairies
Juniors 11.45am
Grade 1 - Grade 4 Ballet
Junior jazz 2 - Elementary Jazz 1
Level 2 and 3 Encore
Agility Level 1 and 2
Lucidity Level 3
Seniors 11am
Grade 5 Ballet +
Elementary Jazz 2-Advanced Jazz
Level 6-9 Encore
Agility Level 4 and 5
Lucidity Level 5-10
Wiggles (approx. 2.15pm)
Pick up time for Wiggles will be during intermission. Please collect your dancer at the stage door and either head back into the theatre for Act 2 or you can head home
Pick up times
Once the show has finished we will send our dancers out youngest to oldest at the stage door.
Cast B - 6pm Show
Drop off and pick up times
Littlies 5.15pm
WOD L2 Sat - Pixie Dust
Pre-Primary Sat - Storytime
WOD Sat 9am - Pearls
Broadway baby - Puppies
Primary Jazz 2 - Pocket watch fairies
Primary ballet Saturday - Vidia Fairies
Juniors 4.45pm
Grade 1 - Grade 4 Ballet
Junior jazz 2 - Elementary Jazz 1
Level 2 and 3 Encore
Agility Level 1 and 2
Lucidity Level 3
Seniors 4pm
Grade 5 Ballet +
Elementary Jazz 2-Advanced Jazz
Level 6-9 Encore
Agility Level 4 and 5
Lucidity Level 5-10
Wiggles (approx. 7.15pm)
Pick up time for Wiggles will be during intermission. Please collect your dancer at the stage door and either head back into the theatre for Act 2 or you can head home
Pick up times
Once the show has finished we will send our dancers out youngest to oldest at the stage door.
Hair and make up
Need a hand getting show-ready? Our hair and makeup station will be available on show day to help your dancer feel confident and ready for the stage. Hair or makeup is $8 per dancer, or you can book both services for $14 per dancer. All hair styling items are provided—please bring your dancer’s own hairbrush and makeup products.
Make-up for pre-schoolers and juniors is optional, intermediates and seniors make-up is preferred.
Suggested make up
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A small amount of foundation (most of the time mums foundation will be a good enough match)
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Basic brown eyeshadow
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A little bit of blush
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Mascara
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A neutral pink toned lipstick (backstage helpers can apply this on the younger students just before showtime)
Hair
Littlies and Juniors
All hair to be pulled back into a mid height ballet bun unless told otherwise by your teacher.
Seniors
All hair to be pulled back into a low height ballet bun unless told otherwise by your teacher.
Please no hair accessories to be worn as each class has a headpiece that matches their costumes. Hair spray or gel down any whispys to keep hair nice and tidy.
Tickets and Raffles
Tickets will go on sale on the 10th November through the Humanitix website. Simply search "Peter Pan" Matinee (Yellow) 1pm and/or Evening (Blue) 6pm. Please be cautious as there are 2 different events running for our 2 different shows.
Raffle tickets will be available to purchase in the foyer, tickets are $2 or 3 for $5
Programs will also be available to purchase for $5
Added Extras!
Photos and Video
We are very lucky to have both professional Photographer (Tony Stewart - Photoshots) and Videographer (Light Chases) attending both 1pm and 6pm shows for 2026. On stage photos will be available for purchase directly from the Photoshots website. Video purchase is TBC
The Circus of Dreams 2025 - Image by Photoshots
Show costumes photoshoot
Capture a special memory of your dancer’s Peter Pan experience! We’re holding an in-studio photoshoot on November 21st and 22nd, where dancers can have individual photos taken in their show costumes. It’s a lovely opportunity to celebrate your dancer and create a keepsake to look back on long after the curtain closes. If you’d like to book a spot for your dancer, please follow the booking link below.
Peter Pan show T-shirt
Celebrate being part of Peter Pan with one of our show T-shirts! They’re a lovely keepsake of your dancer’s time on stage and a fun way to share the excitement with their castmates. These T-shirts are not compulsory but are a lovely way to celebrate with friends and they are not just for the kids!
