Jingle Bell Jam: Celebrating the Holidays (Performance 2 of 6)
2024-12-07 19:00 UTC | Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang Street, Arlington, VA, 22206, United States
Join us for our first-ever winter revue! With heartwarming holiday scenes and songs, Jingle Bell Jam is the perfect way to deck the halls and usher in some holiday spirit! Come in out of the cold – you may even spot a special guest from the North Pole!
December 6 – 15, 2024 (6 performances) |Encore @ Gunston
Time: 7:00pm
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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Jingle Bell Jam: Celebrating the Holidays (Performance 3 of 6)
2024-12-08 15:00 | Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang Street, Arlington, VA, 22206, United States
Join us for our first-ever winter revue! With heartwarming holiday scenes and songs, Jingle Bell Jam is the perfect way to deck the halls and usher in some holiday spirit! Come in out of the cold – you may even spot a special guest from the North Pole!
December 6 – 15, 2024 (6 performances) |Encore @ Gunston
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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Pre-K (Ages 3-5): If You Give a Mouse a Cookie (Class 8 of 8)
2024-12-14 09:00 - 09:45 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Step into the world of theatre designed for our youngest friends, with the classic story, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie! Develop the confidence of sharing a story with a beginning, middle, and end. Your little one will build their creativity through imagination and play.
Saturdays, October 19 – December 14, 2024 (8 sessions) |Encore @ Cherrydale | 9:00am-9:45am | Ages 3-5

Time: 9:00am-9:45am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $180
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Grades K-1: Disney Dance (Class 8 of 8)
2024-12-14 09:00 - 10:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Get ready for a “Whole New World” as we dance to Disney classics and brand-new hits! From “The Lion King” to “The Little Mermaid” to “Beauty and the Beast,” we invite you to “Be Our Guest” as we learn rhythm and movement through your favorite tunes and “tales as old as time!”
Saturdays, October 19 – December 14, 2024 (8 sessions) | Encore @ Cherrydale | 9:00am-10:00am | Grades K-1
Time: 9:00am-10:00am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $180
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Grades 2-4: Back to Broadway Basics (Class 8 of 8)
2024-12-14 10:15 - 11:15 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Do you aspire to be a broadway superstar, or are you fan of all musicals? Join us for Back to Broadway Basics and learn how to perform in a musical number! You will sing, dance and learn some amazingly fun lyrics from popular musicals!
Saturdays, October 19 – December 14, 2024 (8 sessions) | Encore @ Cherrydale | 10:15am-11:15am | Grades 2-4

Time: 10:15am – 11:15am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $180
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Jingle Bell Jam: Celebrating the Holidays (Performance 4 of 6)
2024-12-14 15:00 | Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang Street, Arlington, VA, 22206, United States

Jingle Bell Jam: Celebrating the Holidays (Performance 5 of 6)
2024-12-14 19:00 | Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang Street, Arlington, VA, 22206, United States

Jingle Bell Jam: Celebrating the Holidays (Performance 6 of 6)
2024-12-15 15:00 | Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang Street, Arlington, VA, 22206, United States

Scenes For Tweens: Broadway Bootcamp Sampler (Ages 9-12)
2024-12-18 11:00 - 23:30 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Ready to work toward your personal greatest show? Let your musical theatre skills reach their peak this summer. Geared toward musical theatre lovers and newbies alike, this ensemble atmosphere will build dance and acting skills. Start on your path toward triple-threat status and learn all about what it takes to make it on Broadway!
Saturday, January 11, 2025. Time: 11:00am-11:30am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
FREE TO REGISTER

Grades K-5: Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer - Mini Camp & Play in a Day
2024-12-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
When school’s off, Encore’s on…onstage, that is! Students in grades K-2 will discover the world of theatre through the story of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, while students in grades 3-5 create a Play in a Day based on Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer! Join Rudolph and friends for a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive environment.
Monday, December 23, 2024 | 10:00am – 4:00pm | Encore @ Cherrydale | Grades K-5
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm (Extended Care available for additional fee)
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $90
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The Twelve Dancing Princesses (Performance 1 of 6)
2025-01-10 19:00 | 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: 7:00pm
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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Summer Camps 2025 Open House
2025-01-11 10:00 - 11:30 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Students ages 3-12 will experience 30-minute sample classes of Encore’s award-winning camps. Parents and students will have the opportunity to meet teaching artists and Encore staff. Teens ages 16 and older can learn about our camp job opportunities!

PreK Camp Sampler for ages 3-5 (10:15-10:45)
It’s Elementary: Broadway Kids Disney Sampler for ages 5-9 (10:15-10:45)
It’s Elementary: Encore School of Wizardry Sampler for ages 5-9 (11:00-11:30)
Scenes for Tweens: Broadway Bootcamp Sampler for ages 9-12 (11:00-11:30)
Saturday, January 11, 2024 | 10am-11:30am
Encore @ Cherrydale

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It's Elementary: Broadway Kids and Disney Sampler (Ages 5-9)
2025-01-11 10:15 - 10:45 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Sample Encore’s popular Broadway Kids camp! Sing and dance your heart out to some of the most popular Broadway musicals such as Frozen, Mulan, and more! Get a sneak peak of summer this January!
Saturday, January 11, 2025. Time: 10:15am-10:45am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
FREE TO REGISTER

Pre-K Camp Sampler (Ages 3-5)
2025-01-11 10:15 - 10:45 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Come play in the world of theatre as you discover all Encore has to offer for Preschool and rising Kindergarteners this summer! Join us as we explore the worlds of Bluey, Curious George, Dora the Explorer, and more!
Saturday, January 11, 2025. Time: 10:15am-10:45am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
FREE TO REGISTER

It's Elementary: Encore School Of Wizardry Sampler (Ages 5-9)
2025-01-11 11:00 - 11:30 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Get a taste of wizarding school at It’s Elementary: Encore School of Wizardry! Bring your creativity and imagination to class as we explore the world of potions and magic at Encore’s It’s Elementary Sampler!
Saturday, January 11, 2025. Time: 11:00am-11:30am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
FREE TO REGISTER

The Twelve Dancing Princesses (Performance 2 of 6)
2025-01-11 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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The Twelve Dancing Princesses (Performance 3 of 6)
2025-01-12 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

Ashlawn Winter 2025 Play: The Thirty-Three Little Pigs
2025-01-15 15:50 - 17:45 | Encore @ Ashlawn Elementary School
LAST DAY TO REGISTER: WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8
Encore Stage & Studio presents “The Thirty Three Little Pigs”—a play for 5th grade students of Ashlawn Elementary School. All cast and crew rehearsals will be held on Wednesdays and Thursdays after school. Rehearsals begin Wednesday, January 15, 2025.
Performances will be held on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
Enrollment for Ashlawn Elementary School Students ONLY
Fee: $275

The Twelve Dancing Princesses (Performance 4 of 6)
2025-01-18 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States

The Twelve Dancing Princesses (Performance 5 of 6)
2025-01-18 19:00 | 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: 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

Rainbow Fish for PreK (Ages 3-5)
2025-01-25 09:00 - 09:45 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
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
Register here!

Return of the Wild Things for Grades K-1
2025-01-25 09:00 - 10:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
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

Broadway Basics Grades 2-4 (Ages 7-10)
2025-01-25 10:15 - 11:15 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Ready to elevate your musical theatre skills to the next level? Join us for Broadway Basics: The Next Step 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 weeks)
Class Dates: 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22
Time: 10:15am–11:15am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $120

Fairytale Network (Grades 3-5)
2025-01-25 11:30 - 13:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
NEW OFFERING! Saturday on Stage is a new performance opportunity series for Grades 3-5!
Take your acting skills to the next level at our newest program, Saturday on Stage! Put on a show that bring fairytale stories to life in Fairytale Network! This 1.5-hour class culminates in a performance of a One-Act Play!
Saturdays: January 25–March 29, 2025 (10 weeks)
Class Dates: 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/15, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 3/29
Time: 11:30am–1:00pm (1.5 hours)
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $280

Grades K-5: The Wizard of Oz - Mini Camp & Play in a Day
2025-01-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
When school’s off, Encore’s on…onstage, that is! Students in grades K-2 will discover the world of theatre through The Wizard of Oz, while students in grades 3-5 create a Play in a Day based on The Wizard of Oz! Join Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion, and Toto, too, for a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive environment.
Thursday, January 30, 2025 | 10:00am – 4:00pm | Encore @ Cherrydale | Grades K-5
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm (Extended Care available for additional fee)
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $90
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Grades K-5: The Jungle Book - Mini Camp & Play in a Day
2025-01-31 10:00 - 16:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
When school’s off, Encore’s on…onstage, that is! Students in grades K-2 will discover the world of theatre through The Jungle Book, while students in grades 3-5 will create a Play in a Day based on The Jungle Book! Join Mowgli, Baloo, and friends to enjoy a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive environment.
Friday, January 31, 2025 | 10:00am – 4:00pm | Encore @ Cherrydale | Grades K-5
Time: 10:00am – 4:00pm (Extended Care available for additional fee)
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $90
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The Magic of Musicals (Grades 4-5)
2025-02-06 17:00 - 18:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
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 weeks)
Class Dates: 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27
Time: 5pm–6pm
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $180

Tools of the Trade (Grades 6-8)
2025-02-06 18:15 - 19:15 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Build on your Actor’s Tools in this exciting new class: Tools of The Trade! Explore how you can use your voice, your body, and your imagination to create new characters, invent 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 weeks)
Class Dates: 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27
Time: 6:15pm–7:15pm
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $180
