Theatre by Kids, for Kids!

Encore Stage & Studio inspires young people to develop the creativity, empathy and confidence they need to create meaningful connections with peers and have a positive impact in their communities.

Coming Soon: The Addams Family

July 17-26, 2026

We're welcoming a new family to Encore. Meet The Addams Family! Wednesday Addams falls in love with a ‘normal’ boy and brings his family home to meet her delightfully eccentric relatives. When the two families come together for one unforgettable dinner, secrets spill, tempers flare, and love works its unexpected magic. Full of humor, kookiness, and heart, this musical celebrates family, acceptance, and embracing the people you call home… even if they’re a little unusual. Recommended for ages 8 and older.

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Summer Camps Starting Soon

June is bursting with creativity at Encore Stage & Studio! Our summer camps invite young performers to dive into acting, musical theatre, storytelling, and theatrical fun alongside new friends and teaching artists. Spaces are filling quickly, so now’s the perfect time to plan a season of creativity, confidence, and drama!

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Lubber Run Amphitheater Free Concert Series - Encore presents A Sidewalk Stroll/Un Paseo Por La Acera

Sunday, June 28, 2026 | 11:00am

Encore Stage & Studio presents A Sidewalk Stroll/Un Paseo Por La Acera, a bilingual performance for our youngest audience members. Follow three siblings who bring park adventures and friendly animals to life, all the while teaching your little one about navigating through life’s surprises. Recommended for ages 1 and older.

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Summer 2026 at a Glance

Dates	Ages 3-5 PreK - Rising K Camp	Ages 5-9 It's Elementary	Ages 9-12 Scenes for Tweens	Ages 12-15 Stage Door + Tech Camp
June 15-18, 2026		Winter "In Summer" (S. Arlington/Alexandria) Enroll Now
June 22-26, 2026	Camp Snoopy Enroll Now	Minecraft Adventures OR Drama with Moana (S. Arlington/Alexandria) Enroll Now	Summer Stories Enroll Now	The Big Bad Musical (Part 1) Enroll Now
June 29-July 2, 2026	Bluey Enroll Now	Knights, Crowns, & Dragon Tales Enroll Now	Broadway Bootcamp (Part 1) OR Comedy Central Enroll Now	The Big Bad Musical (Part 2)
July 6-10, 2026	Sesame Street Enroll Now	Broadway Kids Classics Enroll Now	Broadway Bootcamp (Part 2) OR Costume & Make-up Design SOLD OUT!	The Big Bad Musical (Part 3) OR Myth-Understood (Part 1) Enroll Now
July 13-17, 2026	Paw Patrol Enroll Now	K-Pop Demon Hunters Enroll Now	Stage Combat Adventures Enroll Now	Myth-Understood (Part 2)
July 20-24, 2026	Doc McStuffins Enroll Now	Summer on Stage: 101 Dalmatians Kids (Part 1) OR Broadway Kids Disney Enroll Now	Shakespeare's A Midsummers Night's Dream (Part 1) Enroll Now	Disney's High School Musical 2 Jr. (Part 1 Enroll Now
July 27-31, 2026	Winnie the Pooh Enroll Now	Summer on Stage: 101 Dalmatians Kids (Part 2) OR K-Pop Demon Hunters (S. Arlington/ Alexandria) Enroll Now	Shakespeare's A Midsummers Night's Dream (Part 2) OR Scenes from The Lion, the Witch, & the Wardrobe (Alexandria) Enroll Now	Disney's High School Musical 2 Jr. (Part 2)
August 3-7, 2026	Underwater Adventures Enroll Now	Disney Legends OR Knights, Crowns, & Dragon Tales (S. Arlington/Alexandria) Enroll Now	K-Pop Dance Showcase Enroll Now	Disney's High School Musical 2 Jr. (Part 3)
August 10-14, 2026		Fairytales: What Really Happened OR Beach Bash (S. Arlington/Alexandria) OR K-Pop Demon Hunters Enroll Now	Myths & Legends Enroll Now
August 17-21, 2026		Spy Kids Enroll Now	Dungeons and Dragons Experience Enroll Now	K-Pop Intensive Enroll Now
August 24-28, 2026		Time Travelers Enroll Now	Live From Encore! Enroll Now	Broadway Blend Enroll Now

Creativity

At Encore, creativity takes center stage. Through theatre games, storytelling, movement, and imaginative play, kids are encouraged to explore ideas, take creative risks, and discover their own unique voices.

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Confidence

Encore Stage & Studio offers hands-on experiences in performance, production, and teamwork where kids build confidence that carries far beyond the theatre, into school, friendships, and their wider community.

Leadership Opportunities for Students

Empathy

At Encore, kids learn empathy by stepping into someone else’s story. In a supportive, collaborative space, young artists build compassion, respect, and understanding, skills that stay with them long after the curtain comes down.

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Take a starring role in fostering tomorrow's leaders

For over fifty years, Encore Stage & Studio has helped today’s kids become tomorrow’s leaders through the transformative power of theatre. Our organization is much bigger than our staff. It’s the parents, volunteers, community leaders, kids, and, of course, people like you who make our mission possible.

In order for as many young people as possible to participate, we keep ticket prices affordable for families, frequently offer discounted and complimentary tickets to families in our community who wouldn’t otherwise have access to theatre, offer need-based scholarships to all of our Education programs, and ensure that no child ever has to pay to participate in our productions. We hope you will show your support for “theatre by kids, for kids!” by making a tax-deductible gift today!

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