1. the obvious. Hours? Days? Prices?
2. Additional costs? Costumes, shoes, etc average
3. Any mandatory fundraisers?
4. Teacher credentials? Ongoing education?
5. Studio parent requirements?
6. Any off hour or out of studio requirements? Special shows, etc
7. Process for being in company; invited, auditions, open,...
8. Contract for company?
9. Who costumes and does make up and hair for competitions? Is there a QA or approval process at the beginning of the season and each competition?
10. Is a teacher present for every competition?
11. How are company numbers selected for solos, duos, trios, small groups, special parts? Auditions or teachers discretion?
12. Can or should a parent stay during class?
13. How many recitals/showcases do you have in a year?
14. Where are recitals held?
15. Are parents allowed in the dressing room?
16. How much are tickets to the show?
17. Is there a ticket minimum per student?
18. Sibling or family discounts?
19. Genres of dance offered? Any vocal or drama or acro offered in the studio?
20. Does the studio organize additional events for education or team building?
21. Are teachers able to handle special needs?
22. What is the studio dress code(s)?
23. What is mandatory for company? For example no more than 1 day out during summer intensives. No vacations during competition season.
24. Are private sessions available to all students? Cost? How do you schedule them?
25. Does staff support or notify of auditions or extra opportunities? Ex. Broadway dance center class
26. Is the studio known for fun, technique, it's company, ...?