It’s a new year, and we are welcoming a new staff member! Mery Estrella is our new Education Apprentice, and she will be helping in our education programs as well as upcoming productions. Welcome Mery! Tell us about yourself and your new role at Encore! I am a recent George Mason University graduate with a […]
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If you’re looking for a way to express yourself and have fun, singing and dancing is the perfect way to do that! Choose your musical era in one of our many awesome upcoming opportunities below. The Magic of Musicals for Grades 4-5 (Winter) Explore your favorite musicals and discover new shows in this high-energy class.
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Join us for all the laughs in our improv and comedy programs. Perfect your comedy skills and learn the secret ingredient… timing! July 14-18, 2025: Summer Stooges (Ages 9-12) Do you love to laugh? Join Encore for a hilarious journey as we explore physical comedy, clowning, and more. You’ll be sure to leave any audience
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This year, go on an adventure with Encore! In our upcoming winter classes or our long-awaited summer camps, you can take a journey of your own. Read on for a few of these daring opportunities! July 28-August 1, 2025: Stage Combat Adventures (Ages 9-12) Ever wonder how actors are able to fight ferociously on stage
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Happy New Year! This year, choose your Wicked Era at Encore. We have fun theatre workshops and camps that will have you “change for good!” Feb. 17, 2025: Broadway Show Hits and Choreography Workshop (Presidents Day) for Grades 3-8 When school’s off, Encore’s on…onstage, that is! Students in grades 3-8 will discover the world of
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Today we are spotlighting a term you may have heard if you have been in any of our camps, classes, or productions. “Thank you, places!” This is a common phrase used in response to a stage manager, teacher, or director calling “places.” It is a call and response used to show that you have heard
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Have you heard the phrase “yes, and?” It is the most popular approach to improv, to always say yes to whatever prompt or suggestion you receive. Saying “no” stops the momentum of the scene and it’s hard to get moving again. But this posture is applicable outside of improv, too, you can choose to say
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Meet Crewton of the Year Award Recipient: Sam Regardie Hello Encore friends! We’ve got an exclusive interview with our latest Crewton of the Year and STAR award recipient! For those who are new here, the STAR Award recipients show extraordinary dedication and ability. Recipients have participated in at least eight Encore productions: two onstage, two
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Meet 2022/2023 Arts Apprentice: Matthew Cibak Our season is in full session, so we’re glad to have our apprenticeship in action! It’s a roll-call! Meet one of our three 2022/2023 Arts Apprentice, Matthew Cibak! Tell us about yourself! I was born in Arlington and raised in Reston, Virginia. My introduction to theatre was in an
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Meet 2022/2023 Arts Apprentice: Brielle Perry Tell us about yourself! I was born in California, but I moved with my family to Burke, Virginia when I was four years old. The first thing we did when we got to our new house was paint the walls of our basement—we invited grandparents, friends, and neighbors over
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