The Twelve Dancing Princesses (Performance 5 of 6)
2025-01-18 19:00 UTC | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
Once upon a time, a king locked his twelve daughters away in their bedroom each night. But in the morning, he finds their shoes are worn out from dancing! The king is determined to find out what they are up to. Dance along with us in this lively production!
January 10 – 19, 2025 (6 performances) |Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Gunston Theatre Two (2700 S Lang St. Arlington, VA 22206)
Tickets: $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors (includes service fees)
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The Twelve Dancing Princesses
2025-01-19 08:00 - 17:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
This German tale follows an old soldier as he solves the mystery of the where the twelve Princesses disappear to dance each night. Magic and romance flows through the tale as a beautiful underground world is revealed where the princesses dance all night with their twelve handsome princes.

The Twelve Dancing Princesses (Performance 6 of 6)
2025-01-19 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
Once upon a time, a king locked his twelve daughters away in their bedroom each night. But in the morning, he finds their shoes are worn out from dancing! The king is determined to find out what they are up to. Dance along with us in this lively production!
January 10 – 19, 2025 (6 performances) |Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Gunston Theatre Two (2700 S Lang St. Arlington, VA 22206)
Tickets: $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors (includes service fees)
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Flip the Script: Foodways of Arlington, a Cultural Celebration (Performance 1 of 6)
2025-02-21 19:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
Our new play in the student-devised Flip the Script series explores the different cultures and stories that dot Columbia Pike. We hope you’re hungry to learn more!
February 21 – March 2, 2025 (6 performances) |Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors (includes service fees)
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Flip the Script: Foodways of Arlington, a Cultural Celebration (Performance 2 of 6)
2025-02-22 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
Our new play in the student-devised Flip the Script series explores the different cultures and stories that dot Columbia Pike. We hope you’re hungry to learn more!
February 21 – March 2, 2025 (6 performances) |Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors (includes service fees)
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Flip the Script: Foodways of Arlington, a Cultural Celebration (Performance 3 of 6)
2025-02-23 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

Flip the Script: Foodways of Arlington, a Cultural Celebration (Performance 4 of 6)
2025-03-01 11:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
Our new play in the student-devised Flip the Script series explores the different cultures and stories that dot Columbia Pike. We hope you’re hungry to learn more!
February 21 – March 2, 2025 (6 performances) |Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors (includes service fees)
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Flip the Script: Foodways of Arlington, a Cultural Celebration (Performance 5 of 6)
2025-03-01 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

Flip the Script: Foodways of Arlington, a Cultural Celebration (Performance 6 of 6)
2025-03-02 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

Student Directed One-Acts (Performance 1 of 3)
2025-04-25 19:00 | Encore @ Theatre on the Run, 3700 S. Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington, VA, 22206, United States
Join our talented students as they take charge and step into the director’s chair for one-act plays. In our first-ever student one-act festival, the next generation of directors will present a selection of 10-minute plays that will be fun for the whole family!
April 25 – May 4, 2025 (6 performances) |Encore @ Theatre on the Run
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Theatre on the Run (3700 S. Four Mile Run Dr, Arlington, VA, 22206)
Tickets: $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors (includes service fees)
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Student Directed One-Acts (Performance 2 of 3)
2025-04-26 15:00 | Encore @ Theatre on the Run, 3700 S. Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington, VA, 22206, United States
Join our talented students as they take charge and step into the director’s chair for one-act plays. In our first-ever student one-act festival, the next generation of directors will present a selection of 10-minute plays that will be fun for the whole family!
April 25 – May 4, 2025 (6 performances) |Encore @ Theatre on the Run
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Theatre on the Run (3700 S. Four Mile Run Dr, Arlington, VA, 22206)
Tickets: $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors (includes service fees)
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Student Directed One-Acts (Performance 3 of 3)
2025-04-27 15:00 | Encore @ Theatre on the Run, 3700 S. Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington, VA, 22206, United States

The Wizard of Oz (Performance 1 of 6)
2025-05-30 19:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
When a tornado rips through Kansas, young Dorothy is whisked away to the magical land of Oz. She bravely embarks on a journey to Emerald City where she encounters a host of whimsical characters: good witches, bad witches, animals that talk, scarecrows that walk, and things magical to behold. Will Dorothy prevail over evil and make it back home? Follow the yellow brick road and find out with us!
May 30 – June 8, 2025 (6 performances) |Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Thomas Jefferson Middle School (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors (includes service fees)
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Somewhere Over The Rainbow Scavenger Hunt
2025-05-31 14:00 - 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
Somewhere Over the Rainbow Scavenger Hunt Pre-Show Experience – May 31, 3pm Performance of The Wizard of Oz
Get ready for an unforgettable pre-show experience that transforms the theater into a journey to somewhere over the rainbow! As families arrive for The Wizard of Oz musical, the adventure begins even before the show starts. Enjoy this family-friendly activity with colorful surprises and wicked fun challenges as you interact with the cast before the show! Collect your rainbow prize at the end of the yellow brick road!
Ticket Add-On to the Saturday, May 31 3pm Performance: $8 Pre-Show Event begins at 2pm. Children must be accompanied by a chaperone. Free for adults.
Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)

The Wizard of Oz (Performance 2 of 6)
2025-05-31 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
When a tornado rips through Kansas, young Dorothy is whisked away to the magical land of Oz. She bravely embarks on a journey to Emerald City where she encounters a host of whimsical characters: good witches, bad witches, animals that talk, scarecrows that walk, and things magical to behold. Will Dorothy prevail over evil and make it back home? Follow the yellow brick road and find out with us!
May 30 – June 8, 2025 (6 performances) |Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Time: 3:00 pm
Location: Thomas Jefferson Middle School (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors (includes service fees)
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The Wizard of Oz (Performance 3 of 6)
2025-06-01 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

The Wizard of Oz (Performance 4 of 6)
2025-06-07 11:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
When a tornado rips through Kansas, young Dorothy is whisked away to the magical land of Oz. She bravely embarks on a journey to Emerald City where she encounters a host of whimsical characters: good witches, bad witches, animals that talk, scarecrows that walk, and things magical to behold. Will Dorothy prevail over evil and make it back home? Follow the yellow brick road and find out with us!
May 30 – June 8, 2025 (6 performances) |Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Thomas Jefferson Middle School (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors (includes service fees)
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The Wizard of Oz (Performance 5 of 6)
2025-06-07 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

The Wizard of Oz (Performance 6 of 6)
2025-06-08 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

Footloose (Performance 1 of 8)
2025-07-18 19:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
After moving from Chicago, newcomer Ren is in shock when he discovers the new town he calls home has banned dancing and rock music! As he struggles to fit in, he musters up the courage to challenge the status quo. Let loose with us in this big summer musical!
July 18 – 27, 2025 (8 performances) |Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Thomas Jefferson Middle School (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $22 for Adults, $18 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors (ticket fees included)
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Footloose (Performance 2 of 8)
2025-07-19 14:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
After moving from Chicago, newcomer Ren is in shock when he discovers the new town he calls home has banned dancing and rock music! As he struggles to fit in, he musters up the courage to challenge the status quo. Let loose with us in this big summer musical!
July 18 – 27, 2025 (8 performances) |Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School
Time: 2:00 pm
Location: Thomas Jefferson Middle School (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $22 for Adults, $18 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors (ticket fees included)
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Footloose (Performance 3 of 8)
2025-07-19 19:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

Footloose (Performance 4 of 8)
2025-07-20 14:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

Footloose (Performance 5 of 8)
2025-07-25 19:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

Footloose (Performance 6 of 8)
2025-07-26 14:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

Footloose (Performance 7 of 8)
2025-07-26 19:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

Footloose (Performance 8 of 8)
2025-07-27 14:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

Encore's 2025 Open House
2025-09-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Bring the whole family and step into the world of theatre with a fun morning of class samplers, meet‑and‑greets with our amazing teaching artists, and a sneak peek at our exciting fall season!
10:00–10:25am:
– Free Performance
10:45–11:15am:
– PreK (Ages 3–5): The Adventures of Peppa Pig
– Grades K–1 (Ages 5–7): Once Upon A Disney Broadway
Grades 3–5 (Ages 8–11): Saturday On Stage – Trio! A Circus Fairytale Mash-up
11:30–12:00pm
– Grades 2–4 (Ages 7–10): Broadway Junior Stars
About Encore Stage & Studio “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!” Founded in 1967, 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. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity.

The Best Haunted House Ever Performance
2025-09-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, 125 S. Old Glebe Road, Arlington, VA, 22204, United States
When students from two different high schools sneak into a local haunted house to scare their classmates, utter chaos ensues. At first it seems like the students are just pulling Halloween pranks, but when a spooky zombie and mysterious ghost don’t fit into the students’ haunting plans it can only mean one thing–they are not alone in the house! Happy haunting! We recommend this production for ages 6 and older.
Tickets are $13 for children, students, seniors, and military, $16 for adults, and $11 for group sales of 10 or more people, applied automatically at check out.
The free parking garage is located at the far end of the new Alice West Fleet Elementary School (115 S Old Glebe Rd) on the right. There are two sharp turns, as well as a median at the entrance to the parking garage. Patrons are welcome to park on either level of the garage. There are stairs and an elevator located on each level.
If you would like to drop off closer to the theatre entrance, please use the loop. To reach the loop, you will initially pass the garage entrance, complete the loop, then return to the garage or continue straight to reach the street.
About Encore Stage & Studio “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!” Founded in 1967, 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. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity.

The Best Haunted House Ever Performance
2025-09-27 15:00 - 17:00 | Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, 125 S. Old Glebe Road, Arlington, VA, 22204, United States
When students from two different high schools sneak into a local haunted hou
The free parking garage is located at the far end of the new Alice West Fleet Elementary School (115 S Old Glebe Rd) on the right. There are two sharp turns, as well as a median at the entrance to the parking garage. Patrons are welcome to park on either level of the garage. There are stairs and an elevator located on each level.
Tickets are $13 for children, students, seniors, and military, $16 for adults, and $11 for group sales of 10 or more people, applied automatically at check out.
The free parking garage is located at the far end of the new Alice West Fleet Elementary School (115 S Old Glebe Rd) on the right. There are two sharp turns, as well as a median at the entrance to the parking garage. Patrons are welcome to park on either level of the garage. There are stairs and an elevator located on each level.
If you would like to drop off closer to the theatre entrance, please use the loop. To reach the loop, you will initially pass the garage entrance, complete the loop, then return to the garage or continue straight to reach the street.
About Encore Stage & Studio “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!” Founded in 1967, 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. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity.
