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For over fifty years, Encore Stage & Studio has helped today’s kids become tomorrow’s leaders through the transformative power of theatre. Our organization is much bigger than our staff. It’s the parents, volunteers, community leaders, kids, and, of course, people like you who make our mission possible.

In order for as many young people as possible to participate, we keep ticket prices affordable for families, frequently offer discounted and complimentary tickets to families in our community who wouldn’t otherwise have access to theatre, offer need-based scholarships to all of our Education programs, and ensure that no child ever has to pay to participate in our productions. We hope you will show your support for “theatre by kids, for kids!” by making a tax-deductible gift today!

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Winter & Spring 2025 at a Glance

Ages 3-5 PreK	Ages 5-7 Grades K-1	Ages 7-9 Grades 2-4	Ages 8-10 Grades 3-5	Ages 11-13 Grades 6-8	Ages 14-18 Grades 9-12
Daniel Tiger Class Sat., Mar. 1-29	Disney Grooves Class Sat. Mar. 1-29	Saturday On Stage: Fairy Tale Network (grades 3-5) Jan. 25 - Mar. 29	Saturday On Stage: Fairy Tale Network Jan. 25 - Mar. 29	Tools of The Trade Feb. 6 - Mar. 27	Wizard of Oz & One-Act Play Pre-Audition Workshop Mar. 8 Enroll Now
Mermaid Tales Class Sat. April 5-May 17 Enroll Now label	Mar. 14 Holiday Mini-Camp Return to Zootopia Enroll Now	The Magic of Musicals (grades 4) Thurs., Feb. 6 - Mar. 27	Mar. 14 Play in a Day Camp Return to Zootopia Enroll Now		Apply for Summer Counselor Job (ages 16+) Apply Now
Join us in the audience for The Wizard of Oz May 30-Jun. 8 Buy Tickets	Mar. 28 Holiday Mini-Camp Mulan Enroll Now	Broadway Basics - Spotlight Class Sat. Mar. 1-29	The Magic of Musicals (grades 4-5) Thurs., Feb. 6 - Mar. 27	Volunteer Mini-Camp Counselor (ages 13+) Email Edu Team	Audition for Cast or Crew One-Act Play Mar. 11 Audition
	Mar. 31 Holiday Mini-Camp Enroll Now	Audition for One-Act Play Mar. 11 (only for ages 9+) Audition	Wizard of Oz & One-Act Play Pre-Audition Workshop Mar. 8 (only for ages 9+) SOLD OUT	Audition for One-Act Play Mar. 11 Audition	Audition for Cast or Crew Wizard of Oz Mar. 18 Audition
	Mar. 31 Holiday Mini-Camp Encore Toy Stories Enroll Now	Mar. 14 Holiday Mini-Camp Return to Zootopia Enroll Now	Audition for One-Act Play Mar. 11 (only for ages 9+) Audition		Apply for Summer Counselor In Training (ages 13+) Apply Now
	Disney Moves Saturday Class April 5-May 17 Enroll Now label	Broadway: Emerald City Sat. April 5-May 17 Enroll Now label	Audition for Cast or Crew Wizard of Oz Mar. 18 Audition	Audition for Cast or Crew Wizard of Oz Mar. 18 Audition	Volunteer Mini-Camp Counselor (ages 13+) Email Edu Team
			Apr. 14-21 A la carte Spring Break Camp Enroll Now	Apply for Summer Counselor In Training (ages 13+) Apply Now

Plan Your Summer 2025 at a Glance

Dates	Ages 3-5 PreK Camp	Ages 5-9 It's Elementary	Ages 9-12 Scenes for Tweens	Ages 12-15 Stage Door + Tech Camp	Enroll
June 16-20, 2025		Broadway Kids Disney: Water and Ice (Fairlington/Alexandria)			Enroll Now
June 23-27, 2025	Eureka!	Mission Impossible or Broadway Kids Disney: Heroes and Sidekicks (Fairlington/Alexandria)	Summer Stories	The Great Cell Phone Catastrophe (Part 1)	Enroll Now
June 30-July 3, 2025	Mickey Mouse Clubhouse	Transformers: Competition for the Ages	Broadway Bootcamp (Part 1) OR Season Sampler	The Great Cell Phone Catastrophe (Part 2) OR Aladdin Jr. (Part 1)	Enroll Now
July 7-11, 2025	Dora the Explorer	Encore School of Wizardry	Broadway Bootcamp (Part 2) OR Costume and Makeup Design	Aladdin Jr. (Part 2)	Enroll Now
July 14-18, 2025	Curious George	Broadway Kids Disney: Water and Ice (North Arlington)	Summer Stooges	Aladdin Jr. (Part 3)	Enroll Now
July 21-25, 2025	Kindergarten the Musical	Broadway Kids Disney: Heroes and Sidekicks (North Arlington)	Commedia Dell'Arte and Mask Work	The Dumbest Play Ever (Part 1)	Enroll Now
July 28-August 1, 2025	Bluey	Drama with Moana or Broadway Kids Disney: Water and Ice (South Arlington)	Stage Combat Adventures	The Dumbest Play Ever (Part 2) or Avatar: The Last Airbender	Enroll Now
August 4-8, 2025		The Magic School Bus Adventures or Broadway Kids Disney: Heroes and Sidekicks (South Arlington)	Scene Stealers	The Ultimate Audition Experience	Enroll Now
August 11-15, 2025		The Saga of the Galaxy	Legends Come to Life	Usher: A Totally Teen Comedy (Part 1)	Enroll Now
August 18-22, 2025		Encore Summer Beach Bash	Live from Encore!	Usher: A Totally Teen Comedy (Part 2)	Enroll Now

Theatre for Kids, by Kids!

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.

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Explore the world of theatre with Encore Stage & Studio! Develop the confidence, creativity, empathy and more through Encore's theatre classes and camps.

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The Front Row Blog

Meet 2022/23 Arts Apprentice: Brielle Perry

By Encore Stage Team | December 15, 2022

Meet 2022/2023 Arts Apprentice: Brielle Perry Tell us about yourself! I was born in California, but I moved with my family to Burke, Virginia when I was four years old. The first thing we did when we got to our new house was paint the walls of our basement—we invited grandparents, friends, and neighbors over […]

Meet 2022 Encore Cares Student Director: Gabby Wilson

By Encore Stage Team | October 24, 2022

We’re so excited for our 2022 Encore Cares production this fall. Meet the student-extraordinaire directing this production, Gabby Wilson! Can you introduce yourself: name, grade, and why did you reach out about the Encore Cares program. Hello everyone! My name is Gabby Wilson, I attend Kenmore Middle School as an 8th grader. I’ve been working […]

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Meet 2022/2023 Arts Apprentice, Amanda Willis

By Encore Stage Team | September 30, 2022

This is a special season for us, as we have new Arts Apprentices joining the admin team! Meet one of our amazing arts apprentices, Amanda Willis! Tell us about yourself!Amanda: I just recently graduated from James Madison University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Theatre Performance and Education. I was born and raised in […]

Be Our Guest Ball

By Encore Stage Team | September 6, 2022

Be Our Guest Ball Give your family the royal treatment at the Be Our Guest Ball on January 21, following the 11am performance! Dress up in your royal best and make your theatre experience a lasting family memory! Join us for a delicious lunch, fun arts and craft activities, and a chance to interact with […]

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Congratulations to our 2022 STAR Award Recipients and Crewton of the Year!

By Encore Stage Team | June 6, 2022

We presented our STAR Awards on Sunday, June 5 at the Annie Jr. performance. These dedicated Encore students must have participated in at least eight Encore Stage & Studio productions: two onstage, two backstage on tech crew, one front of house crew, and three in any capacity. They join the ranks of many other Encore actors and […]

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#FridayFive 2022 Encore New Year Resolutions

By Encore Stage Team | January 7, 2022

It’s the first Friday of 2022 and we’ve got our #FridayFive New Year Resolutions for you at Encore! #1 – Be a Part of Something New – Audition for our World Premier of Riley O’Brien and the Lost Leprechaun! This world premier will be a memorable experience! Fully vaccinated students aged 9 and older are […]