How to prepare for a dance recital - Nashville Wifestyles; I never thought I’d be a dance mom! I’ll admit the worst part is the dance recital. I enjoy watching it but it’s so much work. You spend months sending your child to dance class until you see them on stage and burst with pride. My 1st year in the dance world with my kid, I had no idea what to do. It took me 2 years to figure out how to prepare for a dance recital. You need dance costumes and hair curls, not to mention recital makeup and more. Click to learn how to prep right!