Dance Recital Show Themes
Browse popular themes and find song ideas for your next performance
The Nutcracker
Tchaikovsky's beloved holiday ballet featuring iconic movements and timeless music.
Frozen
Disney's magical winter adventure featuring sisters Elsa and Anna.
The Little Mermaid
Disney's underwater adventure about Ariel's desire to explore the human world.
Moana
Disney's Polynesian adventure about a brave teenager who sets sail to save her island.
Encanto
Disney's vibrant story about the magical Madrigal family in Colombia.
Grease
The 1950s rock and roll musical about summer love at Rydell High.
Swan Lake
Tchaikovsky's romantic tragedy and one of the most performed ballets worldwide.
Cinderella
The timeless fairy tale of a kind-hearted girl who finds her happily ever after.
The Wizard of Oz
Classic tale of Dorothy's journey through the magical land of Oz.
Peter Pan
J.M. Barrie's classic story of the boy who never grows up and his adventures in Neverland.
The Lion King
A triumphant tale of life, death, and destiny on the African savanna.
Annie
The beloved story of an orphan girl and her dreams coming true.
The Sound of Music
A heartwarming musical about a young governess and a family in Austria.
Matilda the Musical
An inspiring musical about a clever girl who uses books and mind power to overcome her difficulties.
Les Miserables
An epic historical musical set during the French Revolution with powerful ensemble numbers.
The Greatest Showman
A musical inspired by P.T. Barnum's creation of the circus, celebrating diversity and dreams.
Elf: The Musical
Upbeat modern Christmas musical with pop and Broadway numbers.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
A whimsical musical adaptation of the beloved Dr. Seuss story.
White Christmas
A classic Christmas musical filled with elegant dances and timeless songs.
Broadway Classics
A medley of iconic songs from the golden age of Broadway, featuring show-stopping numbers.
A Night at the Movies
A cinematic journey through iconic film scores and popular movie soundtracks spanning decades.
Finding the perfect theme for your recital
Choosing a theme can be one of the most exciting parts of planning a dance recital. A strong theme ties the whole show together, helps with costume choices, and gives audiences something to connect with emotionally.
Classic ballets like The Nutcracker and Swan Lake offer timeless music that works beautifully for ballet and contemporary pieces. Musical theatre themes like Grease bring energy and nostalgia that audiences love. Disney shows like Frozen appeal to younger dancers and family audiences alike.
Each theme page includes song suggestions with Spotify links, costume ideas, staging tips, and age-appropriate casting recommendations. Use them as a starting point for your choreography planning, or share with your teaching team to spark creative discussions.
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Over 20 themes covering Disney, Broadway, holiday shows, and classic ballets -
Complete song lists with durations and direct Spotify links -
Practical costume and staging ideas for each theme
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