Thank you again for participating in this year’s MTB show. We look forward to gathering with you all at the Second Showing. Please reach out to the Move the Butte Directors at movethebutte@gmail.com with any questions.

MOVE THE BUTTE WEBSITE:

All show-related information will be available on this Move the Butte website. We kindly ask that you consult this website for any questions before reaching out to directors or choreographers. This website will be regularly updated with key dates, times, and essential details needed for your participation in the show. Additionally, we will send this information via email to ensure you stay informed.  Bookmark: www.movethebutte.com

CHECK THE SCHEDULE:

Please check the Schedule page for all information about showing, rehearsals, and performances. 

Click Here for the MTB All Cast Schedule and Information!

The Individual Rehearsals on Sunday, Feb. 15th are now posted at the bottom of the Schedule page.

SECOND SHOWING SUNDAY FEB 1: 

Second Showing is coming up quickly on Sunday, Feb.1st @ 12:00 PM at the Center for the Arts. This will be a fun and very important all cast rehearsal where we will dive into all of the specifics of performing at the CFTA and put the final show together.  Please plan on arriving on time and bring snacks and water since we will be there for four hours. Check the schedule for more information about this showing.

DANCER PARTICIPATION FEES:

All dancers are required to pay a non-refundable participation fee of $20 per dance piece to help cover the costs of MTB. For example, 2 pieces = $40.  Fees are now posted in your Studio Pro account and must be paid by Feb. 1st.   You can pay online through your Studio Pro account or with exact cash/check at the showing. If you are unable to pay the $20 per piece registration fee, please connect with us asap at  movethebutte@gmail.com about possible volunteer opportunities with MTB.

If you haven’t set up your Studio Pro account yet, please click here to do this now. 

MTB CAST TICKETS:

Dancers will have access to purchase tickets on Sunday, Feb. 1, following the close of the second showing. Each dancer will receive an access code to purchase tickets online until Monday Feb. 2nd at 2pm, at which point dancer ticket sales will close. Each dancer may purchase up to two tickets per performance. This system ensures fair access for all dancers so loved ones may attend. Any orders exceeding two tickets per performance/dancer will be removed. 

Remaining tickets will go on sale to the general public on Friday, Feb. 6. Public purchases will also be limited to two tickets per transaction, and availability will be very limited.  Please note: each show has 355 seats, and there are approximately 150 dancers. If all dancers purchase two tickets, very few seats remain per show. We encourage you to share this information with loved ones so expectations are clear.

For additional ticketing information, click here to visit the ticketing page. Details about the free movie showings for those unable to attend the live performance are listed on the ticket and schedule webpages. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

MTB APPAREL:

Every year we create a MTB shirt that is only offered to the cast.  We will have sample sizes available for you to try on at the Second Showing. All orders for apparel must be placed no later than Monday Feb. 2nd at 2pm, on the Move the Butte website on the apparel page.  Apparel will be available for pick up backstage during the week of the show. Click here to visit the apparel page, see images, and place your order. 

SELF CARE & WARMING UP:

As we move toward the second showing and performance week, please make self-care a priority. Show week can be full and demanding, so take rest when you can, and be sure to bring extra snacks and water to showings, rehearsals, and performances. If you’re feeling unwell, please stay home to help keep everyone safe, especially those with compromised immune systems. If you notice cast members wearing masks, we ask that you respect their health and personal space.

Warming up is essential for injury prevention. Please plan to do your own warm-up before the second showing, dress rehearsals, and each performance. While we will share a brief cast warm-up together, it’s important to arrive already prepared. We’ll also have special guests leading warm-ups before each performance.

NOTE TO DANCERS IN MULTIPLE PIECES:

Many of you are dancing in multiple pieces this year, which is wonderful! However, please be aware that some of your pieces may be scheduled back-to-back, resulting in quick costume changes. This might mean missing the first or last few 8 counts of your pieces and changing in the wings of the stage.  We’ll do our best to support you during quick changes, but please plan ahead by preparing costumes with easy on/off options and base layers. With 140+ dancers and many participants in multiple pieces, this is more likely, especially if you’ve chosen to be in more than two pieces. Thank you for your understanding!

MTB COSTUME BORROW / BUY USED ITEMS LIST:

As we prepare for the 2026 Move the Butte performances, we want to support dancers in finding needed costume items. This shared spreadsheet allows all of us dancers to connect with one another to borrow, gift, rent, or purchase costume items. 

Click Here for Costume Support Spreadsheet

If you are seeking a costume item, please add your request and include details such as color and size. If you have costume pieces available to loan, gift, rent, or sell, please list the items and clearly note availability, size, and any associated cost. All arrangements should be managed between dancers. Please do not contact MTB directors regarding this list. Thank you to Casey Richardson for this thoughtful idea.

REMINDER ABOUT SHARING ON SOCIAL MEDIA:

We ask that people please do NOT post videos of anything. We want to keep the show a mystery for the audience so we never share videos of the show on social media until after the show is over. Thanks!

FACEBOOK GROUP COMMUNICATIONS:

If you have Facebook, you can join the MTB 2026 Facebook Group to connect with the cast and receive message alerts from us.

Click here for the 2026 MTB Dancers Facebook Group

FOLLOW OUR INSTAGRAM PAGE:

https://www.instagram.com/movethebutte/

MTB CAST PARTY PLAYLIST ON SPOTIFY:

We will give the DJ a list of our favorite dance song requests for the party so please add your favorites to this Spotify list below by 2/16. (This will include the upbeat songs from the show.)  And if you don’t have Spotify, ask a friend to put songs on here for you:

CLICK HERE for MTB 2026 After Party Song Request Spotify Playlist

MTB SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

We’re currently fundraising for this year’s production and would love your help spreading the word. If you know individuals or businesses who might be interested in sponsoring Move the Butte, please feel free to share this opportunity with them. Sponsorships come with wonderful benefits, including VIP tickets, premium seating, and meaningful marketing opportunities that connect sponsors with our engaged community. To receive the full range of sponsorship perks, pledges should be made by next Friday, January 30. You can find the sponsorship details and sign-up form here: 

Move the Butte Sponsorship Page

MTB PERFORMANCE WEEK FOOD/CATERING:

Given the long hours we spend at the theater, we aim to provide light snacks for everyone backstage. We typically seek support from local restaurants and caterers to sponsor and donate food, and we’re currently looking for additional catering sponsors. If you know of any restaurants or caterers who may be interested in donating, please reach out to us at movethebutte@gmail.com.

*Please note that accommodating gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free options can be challenging, so we recommend bringing your own food if you have specific dietary restrictions.

MTB VIDEO AND PHOTO: 

Video: The talented Chad Reich from Laccolith Media will be filming the MTB performance video this year!  A video link will be provided to you in an email sometime in March, allowing you to share the performance with your loved ones.

Photo: Lydia & T from Mountain Magic Media will be our photographers again this year! They’ll share our photos with us the week after the show! (+ see their Cast Perk below!)

MTB PERFORMANCE HAIR, & MAKEUP SUPPORT:

We are seeking hair stylists and makeup artists to assist backstage during the show. As a token of our appreciation, we offer sponsorship perks and complimentary show tickets to our beauticians. If you or someone you know is interested in helping, please connect them with us at movethebutte@gmail.com.