Jingle Bell Jam The Remix
2025-12-14 15:30 - 17:00 UTC | Gunston Arts Center, 2700 S. Lang Street, Arlington, VA, 22206, United States
Join us for Encore’s newest holiday tradition, Jingle Bell Jam! Back for a second year, this fun, family centered revue celebrates all winter holidays. Our talented students will perform heartwarming scenes and classic holiday songs with a live band. Jingle Bell Jam the Remix is the perfect way to deck the halls and bring in the holiday spirit! Recommended for ages 4 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.
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 Grinch Mini-Camp & Play in a Day
2025-12-22 10:00 - 16:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Explore the World of theatre with the Grinch and the inhabitants of Whoville. Enjoy a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive environment. As your students learns the Joy of theatre perhaps their hearts might grow 3 sizes this day!
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
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
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Elf Mini-Camp & Play in a Day
2025-12-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Explore the World of theatre with the Story of Elf. Enjoy a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive environment alongside characters like Buddy, Papa Elf, Santa, and More!
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
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
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Disney's High School Musical Jr.
2026-01-09 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-10 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-11 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-16 19:00 - 21:00, 2026-01-17 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-01-17 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-01-18 08:00 - 17:00 | Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, 125 S. Old Glebe Road, Arlington, VA, 22204, United States
Join Troy, Gabriella, and the students of East High in Disney’s High School Musical Jr., a fun-filled musical about friendship, self-discovery, and following your dreams. As cliques clash and the “status quo” is challenged, this energetic show reminds everyone that it’s okay to break the mold and shine in your own way. Recommended for ages 4 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.

Pre-Audition Workshop: Sherlock in Wonderland (Ages 9+)
2026-01-10 12:00 - 14:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Our optional pre-audition workshops help students learn what to expect at an Encore audition and how to present themselves. Join us to remove the mystery from the audition process and prepare yourself for Sherlock in Wonderland open call!
Saturday, January 10, 2026
Time: 12:00pm–2:00pm
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $80
No refunds will be issued unless the workshop is cancelled.

Wildcats Triathlon Decathlon
2026-01-10 14:00 - 14:30 | Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, 125 S. Old Glebe Road, Arlington, VA, 22204, United States
This high-energy pre-show experience lets you train like a Wildcat as you rotate through three fun-filled stations! Test your smarts with Taylor and Gabriella in a High School Musical trivia challenge, shoot hoops with Troy and Chad, and learn the show-stopping moves of “Bop to the Top” with Sharpay and Ryan. It’s the ultimate team warm-up before showtime—fun, interactive, and perfect for fans of all ages. So grab your game face and get ready to “get’cha head in the game!”
$9 in advance, $10 at the door. Pre-Show Event begins at 2pm. Children must be accompanied by a chaperone. Free for adults.

Troy & Gabriella's Karaoke Party
2026-01-16 18:00 - 18:30 | Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, 125 S. Old Glebe Road, Arlington, VA, 22204, United States
Before the curtain rises, step into the spotlight at Troy and Gabriella’s Karaoke Party! Join the cast and crew onstage for an unforgettable pre-show experience where the audience becomes part of the East High fun. Sing along to your favorite High School Musical and Disney Y2K hits, and cheer for your friends as you warm up your vocal cords with the Wildcats! Perfect for all ages, this interactive karaoke party will ring in the new year to “the start of something new!”
$9 in advance $10 at the door. Pre-Show Event begins at 2pm. Children must be accompanied by a chaperone. Free for adults.

Auditions & Crew Interviews: Sherlock In Wonderland
2026-01-20 17:30 - 20:30 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
What happens when two of the most popular fictional characters of all time collide? Well, you will have to wait and see in Encore’s brand new original play. Search for clues alongside Sherlock Holmes in the crazy world of Wonderland. It will be an adventure! This world premiere production is by our Encore playwright. This production is recommended for ages 4 and older.
Production Dates: March 20-29, 2026
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 preparation 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.

Seabrook Zombies Mini-Camp & Play in a Day
2026-01-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Encore @ Fairlington, 3846 King St, Alexandria, VA, 22302, United States
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!
Explore the world of Theatre along side the Students of Seabrook High! Witch characters like Addison and Zed, along with a cast full of Werewolves, Aliens, Vampires, and Zombies, this adventure is sure to be spectacular. Enjoy a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive environment.
Friday, January 23, 2026 | 10:00am-4:00pm | Encore @ Fairlington
AM & PM Extended Care available for an additional fee
$20 AM Extended Care
$20 PM Extended Care
Location: Encore @ Fairlington Presbyterian Church (3846 King St, Alexandria, VA 22302)

Session One: Saturday on Stage - Seussical Kids (Grades 3-5)
2026-01-24 11:30 - 13:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Take you acting skills to the next level with Saturday on Stage! Seussical Kids is a musical that takes us into the world of Dr. Seuss, with beloved characters including The Cat in The Hat, Horton the Elephant and more! Students bring to life the stories of friendship, loyalty and love. Develop your musical theatre skills in this 1.5-hour class culminating in a musical performance!
Saturdays, January 24 – May 2, 2026 (12 sessions)
Class dates: 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2
(NO CLASS 3/28, 4/4)
Time: 11:30am – 1:00pm
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $335
Winter Registration Opens November 1st!

Descendants Mini-Camp & Play in a Day
2026-01-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Encore @ Fairlington, 3846 King St, Alexandria, VA, 22302, United States
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!
Unlock your inner Villlian kid as you descend into the world of theatre along side characters like Mal, Carlos, Jay and Evie and the rest of the VKs! Enjoy a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive environment.
Monday, January 26, 2026 | 10:00am-4:00pm | Encore @ Fairlington
AM & PM Extended Care available for an additional fee
Encore @ Fairlington Presbyterian Church (3846 King St, Alexandria, VA 22302)
$20 AM Extended Care
$20 PM Extended Care

Session One: The Magic of Musicals (Grades 4-5)
2026-01-26 17:45 - 18:45 | 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.
Mondays, January 26 – March 23, 2026 (8 sessions)
Class Dates: 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 (NO CLASS 2/16)
Time: 5:45pm – 6:45pm
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $195
Winter Registration Opens November 1st!

Session One: Tools of the Trade (Grades 6-8)
2026-01-26 17:45 - 18:45 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Sharpen your actors’ 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! This class may be repeated, as there are new content for each season.
Mondays, January 26 – March 23, 2026 (8 sessions)
Class Dates: 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 (NO CLASS 2/16)
Time: 5:45pm – 6:45pm
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $195
Winter Registration Opens November 1st!

Zootopia Mini-Camp & Play in a Day
2026-01-30 10:00 - 16:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Explore the world of Theatre as your Students returns to the City of Zootopia where anyone can be anything. With characters like Judy Hops, Nick, Flash, and more! Enjoy a day of theatre games, crafts, creative activities, and storytelling in a safe and supportive environment.
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
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
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Session One: Frosty Adventures for PreK (Ages 3-5)
2026-01-31 09:00 - 09:45 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
Bundle up your imagination and step into a winter wonderland! In this drama class for our youngest performers, children will explore snowy scenes and frosty fun through storytelling, movement, and creative play. Through songs, games, and guided improvisation, little actors will learn how to use their voices, bodies, and big imaginations to create chilly adventures on stage—all while building confidence, teamwork, and joy.
Saturdays, January 31 – March 14 (6 sessions)
Class dates: 1/31, 2/7, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14 (NO CLASS 2/14)
Time: 9:00am-9:45am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Price: $155
Winter Registration Opens November 1st!

Session One: Let It Go! A Disney Musical Theatre Class for Grades K-1
2026-01-31 09:00 - 10:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
In this Musical Theatre class, students in grades K-1 will explore the joy of dancing to and singing songs from beloved Disney Broadway musicals! Together, we’ll be saying “For the First Time in Forever” as we learn simple choreography and discover how stories “Come Alive” on stage. Your students will be encouraged to “Let It Go“ as they declare: “Love Is an Open Door to Broadway!”
Saturdays, January 31 – March 14, 2026 (6 sessions)
Class dates: 1/31, 2/7, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14 (NO CLASS 2/14)
Time: 9:00am-10:00am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Price: $155
Winter Registration Opens November 1st!

Session One: Broadway Junior Stars for Grades 2-4
2026-01-31 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! This class may be repeated, as each session covers new musical numbers and content.
Saturdays, January 31 – March 14, 2026 (6 sessions)
Class dates: 1/31, 2/7, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/14 (NO CLASS 2/14)
Time: 10:15am-11:15am
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Price: $155
Winter Registration Opens November 1st!

Session Two: Saturday On Stage - Seussical Kids (Grades 3-5)
2026-01-31 11:30 - 13:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States

Session Two: The Magic of Musicals (Grades 4-5)
2026-02-02 17:45 - 18:45 | 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.
Mondays, January 26 – March 23, 2026 (8 sessions)
Class Dates: 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23 (NO CLASS 2/16)
Time: 5:45pm – 6:45pm
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)
Fee: $195
Winter Registration Begins November 1st!

Session Two: Tools of the Trades (Grades 6-8)
2026-02-02 17:45 - 18:45 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States

Session Two: Frosty Adventures for PreK (Ages 3-5)
2026-02-07 09:00 - 09:45 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States

Session Two: Let It Go! A Disney Musical Theatre Class for Grades K-1
2026-02-07 09:00 - 22:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States

Session Two: Broadway Junior Stars for Grades 2-4
2026-02-07 10:15 - 11:15 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States

Session Three: Saturday On Stage - Suessical Kids (Grades 3-5)
2026-02-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Encore @ Cherrydale, 3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, 22207, United States
