Encore Stage & Studio

Theatre by Kids, for Kids!

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Take a starring role in fostering tomorrow's leaders

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!

Thank you to our generous sponsors

Live Theatre Performances & Auditions

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

Mermaid Tales Class Sat. April 5-May 17

Disney Moves Saturday Class April 5-May 17

Broadway: Emerald City Sat. April 5-May 17

Apr. 14-21 A la carte Spring Break Camp

Audition for Cast or Crew(ages 12+) Footloose

May 19 & 20

Audition for Cast or Crew(ages 12+) Footloose

May 19 & 20

Join us in the audience for The Wizard of Oz (WOZ)

May 30-Jun. 8

Join us in the audience for The Wizard of Oz
May 30-Jun. 8

Join us in the audience for One-Act Plays

Apr. 25-26

Audition for Cast (9+) Footloose

May 19 & 20

Join us in the audience for One-Act Plays

Apr. 25-26

Join us in the audience for One-Act Plays

Apr. 25-26

Join us in the Preshow Experience "Somewhere Over the Rainbow Scavenger Hunt"

May 31, 3pm performance of WOZ

Join us in the Preshow Experience "Somewhere Over the Rainbow Scavenger Hunt"

May 31, 3pm performance of WOZ

Join us in the audience for The Wizard of Oz
May 30-Jun. 8

Join us in the audience for One-Act Plays

Apr. 25-26

Join us in the audience for The Wizard of Oz
May 30-Jun. 8

Join us in the audience for The Wizard of Oz
May 30-Jun. 8

Join us in the Preshow Experience "Dorothy's Dance Party"

June 7, 3pm performance of WOZ

Join us in the Preshow Experience "Dorothy's Dance Party"

June 7, 3pm performance of WOZ

Join us in the Preshow Experience "Somewhere Over the Rainbow Scavenger Hunt"

May 31, 3pm performance of WOZ

Join us in the audience for The Wizard of Oz
May 30-Jun. 8

Join us in the Preshow Experience "Dorothy's Dance Party"

June 7, 3pm performance of WOZ

Join us in the Preshow Experience "Dorothy's Dance Party"

June 7, 3pm performance of WOZ

Join us in the Preshow Experience "Somewhere Over the Rainbow Scavenger Hunt"

May 31, 3pm performance of WOZ

Join us in the Preshow Experience "Dorothy's Dance Party"

June 7, 3pm performance of WOZ

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.

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



June 23-27, 2025

June 30-July 3, 2025

July 7-11, 2025

July 14-18, 2025

July 21-25, 2025

July 28-August 1, 2025

August 4-8, 2025

August 11-15, 2025

August 18-22, 2025

Learn and play with us!

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

Encore in the Community: 3 Special Moments this 2023 Summer

By Aileen Christian | August 18, 2023

This summer has been a special one, as we’ve been fortunate to share the magic of theatre to the greater community. Here are 3 special moments that made it a magical experience for all! #1 – First Time Audience Members On July 27, over 100 students were in the audience for two performances of Circulo/Circle […]

Meet Josie Ziemski, 2023 Arts Management Intern

By Aileen Christian | June 30, 2023

We’re so excited to have Josie on the administrative team this summer as our 2023 Arts Management Intern! Learn about her passion for theatre and how the performing arts gave her confidence! Tell us about yourself! My name is Josie Ziemski. I am from Potomac, Maryland and I recently graduated from The Catholic University of […]

Meet Senior Experience Intern, Aidan P.

By Aileen Christian | June 10, 2023

In the last three weeks we welcomed a new face in the administrative office, but this face is far from new to Encore! Meet our Senior Experience Intern Aidan and learn about his Encore journey, starring Encore’s Mary Poppins in 2016 and performing “A Spoonful of Sugar” in Good Morning Washington, to becoming a Student […]

Encore Alum Reviews Charlotte’s Web

By Encore Contributor | June 7, 2023

Encore alum, Xander Tilock shares his review of Charlotte’s Web: “With the right words, you can change the world.”  This sentiment speaks right to the heart of Encore Stage and Studio’s current production of Charlotte’s Web. Alisa Kingsbury directed a talented young cast and brought these words to life in every corner of the show. […]

Meet Crewton of the Year: Sam Regardie

By Encore Stage Team | December 15, 2022

Meet Crewton of the Year Award Recipient: Sam Regardie Hello Encore friends!  We’ve got an exclusive interview with our latest Crewton of the Year and STAR award recipient! For those who are new here, the STAR Award recipients show extraordinary dedication and ability. Recipients have participated in at least eight Encore productions: two onstage, two […]

Meet 2022/23 Arts Apprentice: Matthew Cibak

By Encore Stage Team | December 15, 2022

Meet 2022/2023 Arts Apprentice: Matthew Cibak Our season is in full session, so we’re glad to have our apprenticeship in action! It’s a roll-call! Meet one of our three 2022/2023 Arts Apprentice, Matthew Cibak!  Tell us about yourself! I was born in Arlington and raised in Reston, Virginia. My introduction to theatre was in an […]

Reviews

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The Lion King Jr

“So inspiring! We loved this kid/teen cast & crew led production of The Lion King...”  -4DMV Kids

Juli Walitt is Annabelle and Sydney Payne is Margie in Encore Stage & Studio's production of "Enchanted Bookshop Christmas." (Cindy Kane Photography)

The Enchanted Bookshop

" For the youngster set, Encore is the region’s gold standard..."
- Sun Gazette

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The Newsies

“The quality of the show is made all the more remarkable by how much its youthful participants drive the show.”
- Prince George’s Sentinel

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Plan your visit

Student Directed One-Acts performances are held at Theatre On The Run (3700 S. Four Mile Run Dr. Arlington, VA 22206)

The Wizard of Oz  performances are held at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)

Spring classes are located at Encore @ Cherrydale (3701 Lorcom Ln. Arlington, VA 22207)

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