PreK (Ages 3-5)
Rainbow Fish for PreK (Ages 3-5)
Step into the world of theatre designed for our youngest friends, with the classic story, Rainbow Fish! Develop the confidence of sharing a story with a beginning, middle, and end. Your little one will build their creativity through imagination and play.
January 25 - February 22, 2025 (5 sessions)
Time: 9:00am-9:45am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $120
Daniel Tiger for PreK (Ages 3-5)
It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood! We will discover a world of wonder and possibilities, friendship and empathy with characters from Daniel Tiger! Join us in class where civility, creativity, and community take a front seat. This class is a great way to learn storytelling and build confidence.
March 1 - 29, 2025 (5 sessions)
Time: 9:00am-9:45am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $120
Mermaid Tales for PreK ages 3-5
Creativity and storytelling come to life in Mermaid Tales! Our youngest students will develop confidence and exercise their imaginations as they explore the magic adventures of the sea! Make a splash in this exciting class and learn all about why "life is the bubbles!"
Saturdays: April 5–May 17, 2025 (5 weeks)
Time: 9:00am–9:45am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207
Fee: $120
Grades K-1
Return of the Wild Things for Grades K-1
Where are the Wild Things? Right here with Encore Stage & Studio! Monsters, creatures, animals, and aliens are all welcome in this imaginative drama class for young performers. Using the classic book as inspiration, students will explore a familiar story and then gain the confidence to create their own wild vision. This class is a great way to stretch the imagination and build confidence on the stage.
Saturdays, January 25 - February 22, 2025 (5 sessions)
Time: 9:00am-10:00am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $120
Disney Grooves for Grades K-1
Get ready to "Let it go" as we dance and groove to Disney classics and brand-new hits! From “Encanto” to “Frozen” to “Aladdin,” we invite you on a "magic carpet ride" as we learn rhythm and movement through your favorite tunes!
Saturdays, March 1-29, 2025 (5 sessions)
Time: 9:15am-10:15am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $120
Disney Moves for Grades K-1
Moving and grooving to Disney classics and the newest Disney hits, this high-energy class is perfect for the young performer as we learn rhythm and movement through favorite Disney tunes!
Saturdays: April 5–May 17, 2025 (5 weeks)
Time: 9:00am–10:00am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $120
Grades 2-4
Broadway Basics - The Next Step for Grades 2-4
Ready to elevate your musical theatre skills to the next level? Join us and learn how to perform in a musical number! You will sing, dance and learn some amazingly fun lyrics from popular musicals!
Saturdays, January 25 - February 22, 2025 (5 sessions)
Time: 10:15am - 11:15am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $120
Broadway Basics - Spotlight for Grades 2-4
Take on the spotlight! Sharpen your musical theatre skills and learn how to perform in a musical number! You will sing, dance and learn some amazingly fun lyrics from popular musicals!
Saturdays, March 1 - 29, 2025 (5 sessions)
Time: 10:15am - 11:15am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $120
Broadway: Emerald City for Grades 2-4
The Wiz, The Wicked, and Oz, oh my! The magic of Emerald City is the inspiration for this Broadway musicals class. Students will sing, dance, and use their creative muscles to shine a light on their own unique talents! "Ease on down the road" and "defy gravity" with Encore this spring!
Saturdays: April 5–May 17, 2025 (5 weeks)
Time: 10:15am–11:15am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $120
Grades 3-5
NEW! Saturday On Stage presents Fairytale Network for Grades 3-5
Take your acting skills to the next level with our newest program, Saturday On Stage! Put on a show that bring fairytale stories to life in Fairytale Network! This class ends in fully staged One Act play!
Saturdays, January 25 - March 29 2025 (10 sessions)
Time: 11:30am - 1:00pm
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $280
Grades 4-5
The Magic of Musicals for Grades 4-5 (Winter)
Explore your favorite musicals and discover new shows in this high-energy class. Learn to interpret a song and dazzle your audience as you build confidence in your performance skills. This class may be repeated, as we’ll focus on new songs and scenes each session.
Thursdays, February 6 - March 27, 2025 (8 sessions)
Time: 5pm - 6pm
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $180
Grades 6-8
Tools of the Trade for Grades 6-8
Sharpen your Actor's Tools in this skill-building class! Use your voice, your body, and your imagination to create new characters, improvise new storylines and design your setting. Build your skills on improv, playwriting and more! It's your Encore Era!
Thursdays, February 6 - March 27, 2025 (8 sessions)
Time: 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $180
Past Classes
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale
3701 Lorcom Ln Arlington, VA 22207
Winter & Spring 2025 at a Glance
Ages 3-5 | Ages 5-7 | Ages 7-9 Grades 2-4 | Ages 8-10 Grades 3-5 | Ages 11-13 | Ages 14-18 Grades 9-12 |
Rainbow Fish Class | Return of the Wild Things Class | Saturday On Stage: Fairy Tale Network (grades 3-5) | Saturday On Stage: Fairy Tale Network | Tools of The Trade Feb. 6 - Mar. 27 | Wizard of Oz & One-Act Play Pre-Audition Workshop Mar. 8 |
Daniel Tiger Class | Feb. 28 Holiday Mini Camp Moana | Feb. 28 Holiday Mini Camp Moana | Feb. 28 Play in a Day Camp Moana | Broadway Hits & Choreo Workshop | Apply for Summer Counselor Job (ages 16+) |
Mermaid Tales Class Sat. April 5-May 17 | Mar. 28 Holiday Mini-Camp Mulan | Broadway Basics - The Next Step | Mar. 14 Play in a Day Camp Return to Zootopia | Volunteer Mini-Camp Counselor (ages 13+) | Audition for Cast or Crew One-Act Play Mar. 11 |
Join us in the audience for Flip the Script: Jamila's Table | Disney Grooves Class Sat. Mar. 1-2 | The Magic of Musicals (grades 4) Thurs., Feb. 6 - Mar. 27 | Broadway Hits & Choreo Workshop | Wizard of Oz & One-Act Play Pre-Audition Workshop Mar. 8 | Audition for Cast or Crew Wizard of Oz Mar. 18 |
Join us in the audience for The Wizard of Oz | Mar. 14 Holiday Mini-Camp Return to Zootopia | Broadway Basics - Spotlight Class Sat. Mar. 1-29 | The Magic of Musicals (grades 4-5) Thurs., Feb. 6 - Mar. 27 | Audition for One-Act Play Mar. 11 | Apply for Summer Counselor In Training (ages 13+) |
Mar. 31 Holiday Mini-Camp | Audition for One-Act Play Mar. 11 (only for ages 9+) | Wizard of Oz & One-Act Play Pre-Audition Workshop Mar. 8 (only for ages 9+) | Audition for | Volunteer Mini-Camp Counselor (ages 13+) | |
Mar. 31 Holiday Mini-Camp Encore Toy Stories | Mar. 14 Holiday Mini-Camp Return to Zootopia | Apr. 14-21 | |||
Disney Moves Saturday Class April 5-May 17 | Broadway: Emerald City Sat. April 5-May 17 | Audition for One-Act Play Mar. 11 (only for ages 9+) | Apply for Summer Counselor In Training (ages 13+) |
Private Lessons
Private lessons are available to students in all stages of learning, from beginners to experienced performers. Lessons are a great way to get customized, one-on-one instruction from an expert, to prepare for an audition or performance, to hone your skills as an artist, or to simply learn more about the performing arts!
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