Holiday Show 2026

Holiday Show Practice Videos & Music

Please click the links below for access to the practice videos and music for the Holiday Show.

The WHO’s - (Miss Sarah, Practice Video)

Who Likes Christmas - Holiday 26

Oh Santa - (Miss Mikaela, Practice Video)

Oh Santa! - Holiday 26

Waltz of the Flowers - (Miss Stacey, Practice Video)

Waltz of the Flowers - Holiday 26
2026 Holiday Show Production - Smooth Criminal

The Grinch Script

2026 The Grinch Script

[Script Note]: Full and partial scripts were distributed to dancers on September 3. You can review the complete script anytime using the link above.

The Grinch | Cast List [Speaking Roles]:

  • The Grinch: Lily Bridge

  • Cindy Lou Who: Brystal K

  • Mayor Augustus May: Lizzy R

  • Martha: Mary Mullek

  • Lou Who: Ali Lydon

  • Max: Maddie Mosharo

  • Whobris: Bella T

  • Dru: AJ Miller

  • Stu: Claire K

  • Officer: Giovanna

  • Rose: Haylie M

  • Girl #1: Eve P

  • Girl #2: Ava C

  • The Narrator: Please note that the Narrator is a prerecorded voiceover and not a physical role in the cast.

Whoville Ensemble [Non-Speaking Roles]

Elise B, Nikolina B, Raelynn B, Brianna B, Mady B, Cora C, Marren C, Makayla L, Maddie Mc, Izzy M, Maisie M, Elizabeth O, Jenna P, Aria S

Nutcracker Cast: Dancers performing Nutcracker character roles will not participate in the Who ensemble scenes, as Nutcracker sequences are filming at the same time.

Grinch: Audio Dialogue

The Grinch Dialogue - Audio

[Rehearsal Note]: The link above opens a Dropbox folder that contains all the audio tracks dancers will be lip-syncing to. Each audio track corresponds directly to the labeled scenes in your script. Dancers should practice using both the script and the audio recordings together.

  • The Narrator: Please note that the Narrator is a prerecorded voiceover and not a physical role in the cast.

Grinch: Costume Brief

These scenes will film on Saturday, September 19 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Detailed Schedule Listed Below

CRITICAL NOTE: ABSOLUTELY NO GREEN on any garment, accessory, or trim due to green screen filming.

Whoville Ensemble Cast & The Whos Dance (Miss Sarahs)

Vibe & Inspiration

  • Think whimsical, colorful, exaggerated winter wear (Whoville style). Use items you already own at home—you do not need to buy a replica costume. The Broadway/reference photo here [Reference Photo] is simply visual inspiration for color mixing, playful shapes, and winter textures.

    • Tops & Layers: Bright sweaters, long sleeves, vests, or cardigans. Clashing patterns, stripes, polka dots, or holiday/Christmas motifs are welcome.

    • Bottoms: Bright leggings, colored tights, fun pants, skirts, or dresses layered over leggings.

    • Winter Outerwear & Accessories (Please Bring Options): Bring bright winter coats/jackets, scarves, earmuffs, winter hats, beanies, or fun gloves. Having multiple accessory options helps us vary the look across different scenes.

    • Footwear:

      • "The WHOs" Dance Routine: Tan jazz shoes (September 12).

      • Ensemble Filming / Acting Scenes: Tan jazz shoes, clean dance sneakers (hip hop are fine but no green accents).

Costume Brief by Cast Member [Speaking Roles]:

[General Note: Unless specifically noted below, all hair must be in a slicked center part with a low bun, and makeup should be performance-ready upon arrival. NO GREEN items of any kind due to green screen filming.

  • The Grinch

    • Dancer Provides: Tan body tights, Company leotard, and tan jazz shoes.

    • Studio Provides: Full Grinch costume pieces.

  • Max

    • Dancer Provides: Tan body tights, Company leotard, and tan jazz shoes.

    • Studio Provides: Full Max costume pieces

  • Cindy Lou Who

    • Dancer Provides: Black Company leotard, tan body tights, and tan jazz shoes.

    • Studio Provides: Dress/costumes/outwear.

    • Hair Note: Shailagh could you style Cindy’s signature Whoville hair, please if you are available?

  • Martha May Who

    • Dancer Provides: Tan body tights; tan jazz shoes or clean character shoes/flats. Please bring outwear options if you have any that are on the fancier side. Studio will provide options as well

    • Studio Provides: All other costume pieces 

  • Lou Lou Who (Dad)

    • Dancer Provides: Black or navy leggings/pants, a white collared button-down shirt, and a black or navy cardigan sweater or jacket. Bring a dark winter jacket (no green) for outdoor scenes. Tan jazz shoes or clean black hip hop sneakers sneakers.

    • Studio Provides: Hat, necktie and accessories.

  • Mayor Augustus May Who

    • Dancer Provides: "Suit" base — neat black leggings or black trousers paired with a white button-up shirt and a vest or blazer jacket. Dress shoes, dark jazz shoes, or clean black sneakers. You do not need to bring outwear options

    • Studio Provides: Formal red mayoral cape, oversized bow tie, and ribbon sash.

  • Whobris (Mayor’s Assistant)

    • Dancer Provides: Ideas: button-down shirt, brightly colored or patterned sweater vest/blazer (pinks, blues, or purples), black or colored trousers/leggings, and jazz shoes or clean sneakers. Bring winter outerwear (hat/scarf/coat) for outdoor scenes.

  • Dru & Stu

    • Dancers Provide: Whimsical, boyish winter street-style outfits. Brightly colored sweaters, zip-ups, or vests/tops paired with fun pants, or leggings. Bring bright winter outerwear (puffer jackets/coats, winter beanies, scarves, and mittens—no green). Jazz shoes, hip-hop sneakers.

  • Officer

    • Dancer Provides: Dark navy or black leggings/pants and clean dark sneakers or jazz shoes.

    • Studio Provides: police shirt, hat and Accessories

  • Rose

    • Dancer Provides: Whoville-styled colorful winter dress, skirt, or sweater/leggings set (pinks, purples, blues, or reds). Bring outdoor accessories (bright winter coat, hat, earmuffs, or scarf). Tan jazz shoes or clean sneakers.

  • Girl #1 & Girl #2

    • Dancers Provide: Follow the general Whoville Ensemble Cast guidelines. Brightly colored winter layers (sweaters, mismatched vests, colorful leggings/skirts, fun earmuffs/hats/scarves, and outerwear coats). Tan jazz shoes or clean sneakers.

Nutcracker Video for Character Practice

Nutcracker Script
*Scripts were distributed to dancers on September 3. You can review the complete script anytime using the link above.

Nutcracker Cast List:

  • Marie/Clara: Kylie S

  • Uncle Drosselmeyer: Savannah S

  • Nutcracker: Sophie M

  • Mouse King: Cassie R

  • Dew Drop Fairy: 2026 Seniors (Filming at a later date)

[Script & Timing Note]: The Nutcracker section begins at the 45:00 mark in the video below. There is no lip-syncing required—dancers should simply know their scenes and blocking.

Nutcracker | Costume Brief

These scenes will film on Saturday, September 19 from 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Nutcracker Characters Must Come Also Come With/Provide:

  • Marie/Clara: Ballet shoes

  • Drosselmeyer: Plain black leggings, white button up shirt, black jazz shoes OR black sneakers (hip hop sneakers are fine)

  • Nutcracker: Plain black leggings, Black Dance Company leotard, black jazz shoes and/or black sneakers (hip hop sneakers are fine)

  • Mouse King: Plain black leggings, black jazz shoes or black sneakers (hip hop sneakers are fine)

  • CSDA will provide all additional costume pieces for Nutcracker Characters

Full Filming Schedule
Dates & What To Bring [Details]

Saturday, September 12 - Schedule

  • 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Warm-Up & Grotonfest Rehearsal

    • Note: New Company members do not attend (this rehearsal covers routines from last year’s competitive season).

    • Attire: Dancers may rehearse in standard dancewear (any leotard with regular/black tights) and change during the lunch break, or arrive already dressed in their Company leotard and tan body tights.

  • 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Lunch Break

    • Eat lunch, change into assigned costumes, and finalize hair and makeup.

  • 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Holiday Dance Routines Filming

    • Mandatory for the full Company

General Arrival & Appearance Requirements: Saturday, September 12

Dancers must be performance ready:

  • Hair: Center part, low bun.

  • Makeup: Performance makeup applied.

  • Base Layer: Black Company leotard and tan body tights.

    • Tan Body Tights: Available at the front desk (pairs from previous recital or competition seasons are completely fine to reuse).

  • Shoes: Tan jazz shoes (plus ballet shoes for Waltz of the Flowers).

Costume Requirements by Routine

1. Production: Smooth Criminal (Full Company)

  • Dancer Provides/Brings: Black Company leotard, plain black ankle-length leggings (no logos, patterns, or visible branding), tan body tights, and tan jazz shoes.

  • Costume: All remaining costume pieces will be provided by the studio.

  • Note for Max (Maddie M) and Grinch (Lily B) you will be wearing your studio provided Grinch & Max costumes for this number and do not need to bring the leggings.

2. Jazz: Oh Santa! (Miss Mikaela)

  • Dancer Provides/Brings: Tan body tights and tan jazz shoes.

  • Costume: Dancers who performed Bad Things in Disney must bring their red velvet costume. Dancers who did not attend Disney will be provided a costume by the studio at filming.

3. Jazz: The WHOs (Miss Sarah)

  • Dancer Provides/Brings: Own Whoville-themed costume (see detailed costume brief above for guidelines/ideas) and tan jazz shoes.

  • Important Green Screen Rule: ABSOLUTELY NO GREEN clothing, accessories, or costume accents.

4. Ballet: Waltz of the Flowers (Miss Stacey)

  • Dancer Provides/brings: Tan body tights and ballet shoes.

  • Costume: All remaining costume pieces will be provided by the studio.

Saturday, September 19 - Schedule

  • 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM | Warm-Up & Grotonfest Rehearsal

    • Note: New Company members do not attend (this rehearsal covers routines from last year’s competitive season).

    • This is Grotonfest Dress Rehearsal - all dancers must all bring their Grotonfest costumes to this rehearsal (costume list to come). 

    • Attire: Dancers should arrive already dressed in their Company leotard and tan body tights since we will be doing a full dress rehearsal for Grotonfest.

  • 11:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Lunch Break

    • Eat lunch, change into assigned costumes, and finalize hair and makeup.

  • 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Holiday Show Film Grinch Acting Scenes & Nutcracker

    • Dancers may not need to stay the entire filming window; they will be dismissed as their scenes wrap, though anyone is welcome to remain for the full duration.

    • Who Scenes & Ensemble Filming: All ensemble dancers (including Senior Sugar Plums) will appear as Whoville citizens in the Who scenes and select group numbers. Attendance at filming is required. Please review the costume brief above for wardrobe details.

    • Nutcracker Cast: Dancers performing Nutcracker character roles will not participate in the Who ensemble scenes, as Nutcracker sequences are filming at the same time.

General Arrival & Appearance Requirements: Saturday, September 19

Dancers must be performance ready:

  • Hair: Center part, low bun.

  • Makeup: Performance makeup applied.

  • Base Layer: Black Company leotard and tan body tights. Please wear this to Grotonfest rehearsal (before this) to ensure you have it on for that Dress Rehearsal.

    • Tan Body Tights: Available at the front desk (pairs from previous recital or competition seasons are completely fine to reuse).

  • Shoes: Most will wear tan jazz shoes unless a different shoe is noted in the costume breif above.

  • Costumes: Please see costume breif above in the Grinch & Nutcracker sections. Many dancers will need to bring their own items from home. Dancers who were in “The Whos” dance, can/will wear the same costume they wore the previous week for their dance routine.