Encore Stage & Studio

The Wizard of Oz (Performance 4 of 6)
2025-06-07 11:00 UTC | 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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Dorothy's Dance Party Pre-Show Experience
2025-06-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Encore @ Thomas Jefferson Middle School, 125 S. Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, 22204, United States
Dorothy’s Dance Party Pre-Show Experience – June 7, 3pm Performance

Get ready to click your heels! Before the curtain rises on The Wizard of Oz, feel the magic of Oz come alive with a dance party on stage! This pre-show experience will have you boogie with beloved characters, snap photos with your favorite friends from the Land of Oz, and groove to classic tunes like “Over the Rainbow” and “Ding-Dong! The Witch Is Dead!”
Ticket Add-On to the Saturday, June 7 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 5 of 6)
2025-06-07 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: 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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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
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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Eureka!
2025-06-23 09:00 - 2025-06-27 12:00
Build gadgets and go on adventures with Eureka! Let’s invent together through song and movement, music and rhythm, storytelling and crafts. Our experienced teaching artists will guide your students through themes of empathy, care, and communication. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Coming Soon!
Price: $265 Early Bird | $290 After January 31st

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse (Ages 3-5: Pre-K)
2025-06-30 09:00 - 2025-07-03 12:00
No camp July 4
Join Mickey, Minnie, Donald and friends at their clubhouse!. Activities will include; song and movement, music and rhythm, storytelling and crafts. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: TBD
Price: $210 Early Bird | $230 After January 31st

Dora the Explorer (Ages 3-5: Pre-K)
2025-07-07 09:00 - 2025-07-11 12:00
Campers are engaged through activities based on popular children’s show: Dora the Explorer. Join Dora and friends as they navigate adventures using their trusty map as their guide! Activities will include; song and movement, music and rhythm, storytelling and crafts. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: TBD
Price: $265 Early Bird | $290 After January 31st

Curious George (Ages 3-5: Pre-K)
2025-07-14 09:00 - 2025-07-18 12:00
Join Curious George as he discovers new and ever-so-creative ways of frustrating The Man with the Yellow Hat! Campers will share in the joys of learning, curiosity, friendship, and forgiveness. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Coming Soon!
Price: $265 Early Bird | $290 After January 31st

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

Kindergarten the Musical (Ages 3-5: Pre-K)
2025-07-21 09:00 - 2025-07-25 12:00
Go on a musical adventure with Berti and her friends as she learns to navigate Kindergarten! Using her big imagination, she expresses her feelings through fun song and dance numbers! Campers will share in the joys of learning, friendships, and trying new things. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Coming Soon!
Price: $265 Early Bird | $290 After January 31st

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

Bluey (Ages 3-5: Pre-K)
2025-07-28 09:00 - 2025-08-01 12:00
July 28-August 1, 2025: Bluey
Join Bluey, Bingo, and all their friends for a fun week of camp! Together as an ensemble, we will learn to share ideas, collaborate, and play together. Campers will use their imagination to discover the wonderful world of creative play. Camp concludes with a Final Share for family on the last day of camp.
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Coming Soon!
Price: $265 Early Bird | $290 After January 31st

Auditions & Crew Interviews: Best Haunted House Ever!
2025-08-12 17:30 - 20:30 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, 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.
Production Dates: September 26 – October 5, 2025
Students aged 9 and older are invited to audition for the cast and students 12 and older may also interview for crew positions.
Please arrive 20 minutes prior to your scheduled audition or interview slot. Please plan to wait, timeslots are meant to stagger arrivals and not a guarantee of when you will be seen.
Arrive with your cast/crew paperwork, including a filled out conflict calendar completed. Typed is very helpful if possible. Wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothes for movement.
No prior preperation is needed.
More information about auditions can be found here: https://encorestage.org/auditions/ Questions? Email info@encorestage.org. Thank you!
Location: Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
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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.

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.

Class #1: The Adventures of Peppa Pig for PreK (Ages 3-5)
2025-09-20 09:00 - 09:45 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Jump in muddy puddles of imagination with our brand new theatre class for PreK kids inspired by the beloved world of Peppa Pig! Explore favorite stories with Peppa and George, Suzy Sheep, Rebecca Rabbit, and the whole gang through creative play, storytelling, and movement. Whether we’re pretending to visit Grandpa Pig’s garden or go on a family holiday, students will build confidence, have their creativity sparked, and have loads of giggles along the way!
Saturdays, September 20 – October 25, 2025 (5 sessions)
Class dates: 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/18, 10/25 (NO CLASS 10/11)
Time: 9:00am-9:45am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Price: $130
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Class #1: Once Upon a Disney Broadway for Grades K-1
2025-09-20 09:00 - 10:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Have a “jolly holiday” with Encore as we dance and groove to Disney Broadway classics and brand-new hits! From “Lion King” to “Mary Poppins” to “Aladdin,” and more, we invite you on a “magic carpet ride” as we learn rhythm and movement through your favorite tunes!
Saturdays, September 20 – October 25, 2025 (5 sessions)
Class dates: 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/18, 10/25 (NO CLASS 10/11)
Time: 9:00am-10:00am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Price: $130
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Class #1: Broadway Junior Stars for Grades 2-4
2025-09-20 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 and learn how to perform in a musical number! You will sing, dance and learn some amazingly fun lyrics from popular musicals!
Saturdays, September 20 – October 25, 2025 (5 sessions)
Class dates: 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/18, 10/25 (NO CLASS 10/11)
Time: 10:15am – 11:15am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Price: $130
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Class #1: Saturday On Stage: Trio! The Fairytale Circus Mashup | Grades 3-5 (Ages 8-11)
2025-09-20 11:30 - 13:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Saturday on Stage is a performance opportunity for Grades 3-5! The class culminates in a fully staged One Act Play!
Take you acting skills to the next level with Saturday on Stage! TRIO! is a circus fairytale mash-up rooted in the rule of threes! Embark on a fast-paced adventure through a trilogy of storybook favorites featuring three characters: The Three Bears from Goldilocks, The Three Little Pigs, and the Three Bily Goats Gruff. Develop your theatre skills in this 1.5-hour class culminating in a performance of a One-Act Play!
Saturdays, September 20 – December 13, 2025 (11 sessions)
Class dates: 9/20, 9/27, 10/4, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/22, 12/6, 12/13 (NO CLASS 10/11 and 11/29)
Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $295
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Minecraft Mini-Camp & Play in a Day (Rosh Hashanah)
2025-09-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Discover the world of Theatre along side Steve in his blocky world full of Creepers, pigs, ghast, and even Chicken Jockey’s! Enjoy a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive enviornment.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 (Rosh Hashanah) | 10:00am-4:00pm | Encore @ Cherrydale
Holiday Mini Camps for Grades K-2
Play in a Day for Grades 3-5
When school’s off, Encore’s on…onstage, that is! While school is on a short vacation, Encore will take its students on a vacation of a lifetime–into popular films/stories and literary destinations!
Students in grades K-2 will discover the world of theatre through different themes! Enjoy a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive environment. Students in grades 3-5 will craft, play and learn about theatre through storytelling and create a play in just one day!
Camp Hours: 10am – 4pm
AM Extended Hours: 8:30am – 10:00am
PM Extended Hours: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Camp Fee: $95
$15 AM Extended hours and $15 PM Extended hours
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Minecraft Mini-Camp & Play in a Day (Rosh Hashanah) - South Arlington/Alexandria
2025-09-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Encore @ Fairlington, 3846 King St, Alexandria, VA, 22302, United States
Discover the world of Theatre along side Steve in his blocky world full of Creepers, pigs, ghast, and even Chicken Jockey’s! Enjoy a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive enviornment.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 (Rosh Hashanah) | 10:00am-4:00pm | Encore @ Fairlington Presbyterian Church (3846 King Street, Alexandria, VA 22302)
Holiday Mini Camps for Grades K-2
Play in a Day for Grades 3-5
When school’s off, Encore’s on…onstage, that is! While school is on a short vacation, Encore will take its students on a vacation of a lifetime–into popular films/stories and literary destinations!
Students in grades K-2 will discover the world of theatre through different themes! Enjoy a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive environment. Students in grades 3-5 will craft, play and learn about theatre through storytelling and create a play in just one day!
Camp Hours: 10am – 4pm
AM Extended Hours: 8:30am – 10:00am
PM Extended Hours: 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Camp Fee: $95
$15 AM Extended hours and $15 PM Extended hours
Enroll Now!

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.

Class: #2 The Adventures of Peppa Pig for PreK (Ages 3-5)
2025-09-27 09:00 - 09:45 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States

Class #2: Once Upon a Disney Broadway for Grades K-1
2025-09-27 09:00 - 10:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States

Class #2: Broadway Junior Stars for Grades 2-4
2025-09-27 10:15 - 11:15 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
