Here is our pre-show information page for our next Nelson showcase production
Please complete your online consent form for taking part in the show here.
Please note that ALL sections need completing, including the 3 emergency telephone numbers. Once you have submitted the form, you should see a confirmation message on screen. If you don’t see this, please re check the form to ensure that all sections have been completed.
Pre-order your souvenir show T-shirt for our 2027 show!
Our unisex T-shirt will feature our show artwork on the front, Sandersons logo on the sleeve and full cast list on the back.
Children’s sizes – 5-6yrs, 7-8yrs, 9-11yrs, 12-13yrs £24.00
Adult sizes – Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large £26.00
These can be ordered via our events booking calendar. Closing date for orders Sunday 29th November 2026.
No later orders will be placed – this is your only chance to order!
The Sunday performance of our show production is going to be professionally filmed. This will be available to order as a download link that can be viewed on TV’s, computers, tablets etc.
Download Link only – £18.00
Download Link plus copy on USB stick – £28.00
This can be pre-ordered via our events booking calendar. Closing date for orders Sunday 21st February 2027.
Please note that there will be only be a limited number of USB copies available so please order early if you are looking to select this option. Please note that it normally takes a few weeks to edit the footage so it won’t be available straight away.
IMPORTANT NOTE – We respectfully ask that the download link isn’t shared with cast members from other households. If you are keen to watch, please purchase your own copy.
SUNDAY 17TH JANUARY 2027
THIS IS FOR ALL SHOWCASE TEAMS, LATIN TEAMS & ACRO TEAM
Arrival/Collection Times….
9.00am – Arrival time for anyone bringing costumes
9.15am Arrival time for anyone helping backstage
9.30am – Arrival time for senior school/college aged dancers
9.45am – Arrival time for primary school aged dancers
12.00noon – Collection time for Acro Team
3.00pm – Collection time for all remaining dancers (we will contact parents if ready earlier than this)
Dancers will need to bring packed lunch with plenty of snacks/drinks. We also suggest that they bring books/games to keep occupied whilst waiting for their turn.
SUNDAY 7TH FEBRUARY 2027
THIS IS FOR ALL SHOWCASE TEAMS, LATIN TEAMS & STREET TEAMS
Arrival/Collection Times….
9.00am – Arrival time for anyone bringing costumes
9.15am Arrival time for anyone helping backstage
9.30am – Arrival time for senior school/college aged dancers
9.45am – Arrival time for primary school aged dancers
3.00pm – Collection time for all dancers (we will contact parents if ready earlier than this)
Dancers will need to bring packed lunch with plenty of snacks/drinks. We also suggest that they bring books/games to keep occupied whilst waiting for their turn.
MONDAY 8TH FEBRUARY 2027
4.00-5.00pm – Saturday Latin Team Year 3-6 (Charlotte)
5.00-6.00pm – Thursday Ballroom Team Year 4-9 (Georgia)
6.00-7.00pm – Thursday Ballroom Team Year 10 upwards (Georgia)
7.00-8.30pm – Saturday Latin Team Year 10 upwards (Emily)
8.30-10.00pm – Friday Latin Team Year 10 upwards (Jess)
IMPORTANT NOTE…At the end of the rehearsal, all dancers up to school year 11 must be collected in person by a parent/responsible adult from the sign in desk at the top of the stairs.
TUESDAY 9TH FEBRUARY 2027
4.00-5.30pm – Friday Showcase Year 4-6 (Yasmin/Georgia)
5.30-7.30pm – Acro Showcase Team (Jess D)
7.30-9.00pm – Saturday Latin Team Year 7-9 (Yasmin)
IMPORTANT NOTE…At the end of the rehearsal, all dancers up to school year 11 must be collected in person by a parent/responsible adult from the sign in desk at the top of the stairs.
WEDNESDAY 10TH FEBRUARY 2027
4.00-5.00pm – Monday Showcase Year 1-6 (Claire)
5.00-6.00pm – Thursday Latin Team Year 7 upwards (Claire)
6.00-8.30pm – Tuesday Showcase Both Classes (Sammy/Henry)
8.30-10.00pm – Friday Showcase Year 10 upwards (Sammy/Henry)
IMPORTANT NOTE…At the end of the rehearsal, all dancers up to school year 11 must be collected in person by a parent/responsible adult from the sign in desk at the top of the stairs.
THURSDAY 11TH FEBRUARY 2027
4.00-5.00pm – Friday Showcase Year 1&2 (Sammy)
5.00-6.00pm – Friday Showcase Year 2&3 (Louise)
6.00-7.00pm Street Team Extravaganza
7.00-8.30pm Friday Showcase Year 7-9 (Louise/Jess)
IMPORTANT NOTE…At the end of the rehearsal, all dancers up to school year 11 must be collected in person by a parent/responsible adult from the sign in desk at the top of the stairs.
Friday 12th February 2026 7.00pm
Saturday 13th February 2026 7.00pm
Sunday 14th February 2026 2.00pm
Show tickets are available from Burnley Mechanics Box Office.
Price £21.00 plus £3.00 theatre levy charged by Burnley Mechanics.
Friday 12th & Saturday 13th February 2027
Backstage Helpers – At least 15 mins before their group due to sign in.
Secondary School Age Upwards – 5.00pm
Primary School Age Children – 5.30pm
Acro Showcase (if not in other dances) – 6.45pm
Sunday 14th February 2027
Backstage Helpers – At least 15 mins before their group due to sign in.
Secondary School Age Upwards – 12.30pm
Primary School Age Children – 1.00pm
Acro Showcase (if not in other dances) – 1.45pm
Please enter via stage door (to the left of the main entrance) and bring dancers up to the sign in point at the top of the stairs. Those arriving slightly later for Acro Showcase – please use the main entrance and sign in at theatre level.
Please remember to send plenty of drinks & snacks. Younger children will benefit from having books/games etc to keep them occupied backstage.
The show normally lasts approx 3 hours including interval. After the show please proceed to the ground floor main foyer and we will bring the cast down to meet you.
* Primary school aged children will be brought down the main staircase and can be met at the bottom of the stairs.
* Secondary school aged children will be brought down an alternative staircase and can be met at the doors to the left side of the foyer bar.
All dancers must be met in person by a parent (except for those that have left school who will be permitted to leave without a parent)
POLITE REQUEST FROM BURNLEY MECHANICS THEATRE – DUE TO FIRE REGULATIONS CAN WE PLEASE ASK THAT ONLY 1 PARENT WAITS IN THE FOYER TO COLLECT AT THE END OF THE SHOW. ANY OTHER FAMILY & FRIENDS PLEASE EXIT THE BUILDING.
Information coming soon – please check back later!
Primary School Age
* Dusting of Bronzing Powder
* White/Silver/Grey Eyeshadow Colours
* Dark Pink or Red Lipstick
* Touch of Mascara
* False Tan Optional
Secondary School Age
* Foundation Base
* Bronzing Powder/Blusher
* White/Silver/Grey/Black Eyeshadow Colours
* Mascara/Eyeliner/Lashes
* Dark Pink or Red Lipstick
* False Tan recommended if bare skin showing
Information coming soon – please check back later!
As always, we very much depend on an army of volunteers to help backstage to look after the groups. To be eligible for this you must have an enhanced DBS certificate issued within the last 3 years (or on update service) and be able to able to attend at least one of the dress rehearsals as well as your chosen days backstage at the theatre. If you would like to be considered for this, please speak to Gemma.