Next up on the Directors Assemble! series, we have Zach R., director of Spy School by D. M. Larson. This is his second year as a student director with Encore Stage & Studio, and we are excited to welcome him back. Before directing, he played many roles at Encore, including but not limited to: Fritz […]
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Next up on our “Directors Assemble” series, Jazz B. takes center stage. After spending years at Encore Stage & Studio both on stage and behind the scenes, Jazz makes zis debut as a director with Jackie and the Potato Stalk by D. M. Larson. We got to interview zim and get insight on a new take on
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As we celebrate Black History Month on the Encore blog, we’d like to introduce Aaliyah Dade! Aaliyah, how are you involved at Encore Stage & Studio? I am a teaching artist and Flip The Script actor! What was the first show you ever did, what do you remember most about it? The first show I
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2025 is flying by! March is right around the corner, and I am here to set the scene of what is coming this month. At the top of the month we’ll be closing our new student devised work, Jamila’s Table. Opening weekend was a hit, don’t miss it! If you’re looking for your chance to
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Welcome back to Emma’s Ensemble Feature! Today I’m going to cover 5 ensemble numbers that I absolutely love! It broke my heart that I could only pick five! However, I’m delighted to share that most have been done here at Encore! Coming up first, we have “Seize the Day” from Newsies. This number is incredible
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In the last three weeks we welcomed a new face in the administrative office, but this face is far from new to Encore! Meet our Senior Experience Intern Aidan and learn about his Encore journey, starring Encore’s Mary Poppins in 2016 and performing “A Spoonful of Sugar” in Good Morning Washington, to becoming a Student
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Encore alum, Xander Tilock shares his review of Charlotte’s Web: “With the right words, you can change the world.” This sentiment speaks right to the heart of Encore Stage and Studio’s current production of Charlotte’s Web. Alisa Kingsbury directed a talented young cast and brought these words to life in every corner of the show.
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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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