Encore Stage & Studio

Theatre by Kids, for Kids!

Fall 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

The Adventures of Peppa Pig Class

Sept. 20 - Oct. 25

Once Upon a Disney Broadway Class Sept. 20 - Oct. 25

Broadway Junior Stars Class

Sept. 20 - Oct. 25

Saturday On Stage: Trio

Sept. 17- Dec. 13

Audition for Cast or Crew (Ages +12) Jingle Bell Jam Oct.14

Audition for Cast or Crew (Ages +12) Jingle Bell Jam Oct.14

Super Kitties & Paw Patrol to the Rescue Class

Nov. 1 - Dec. 13

Holiday Mini Camp Oct. 20

Magic of Musicals Class (Grades 4-5)

Sept. 29 - Nov. 24

Broadway Show Hits & Choreo Workshop - Wicked

Oct. 20

Tools of the Trade Class Sept. 29 - Nov. 24

Halloween Make-Up Workshop

Oct. 25

Broadway Junior Stars Part 2 Class

Nov. 1 - Dec. 13

Halloween Make-Up Workshop

Oct. 25

Broadway Show Hits & Choreo Workshop - Wicked

Oct. 20

Happily Ever Disney Class

Nov. 1 - Nov. 29

Halloween Make-Up Workshop (Ages 9+)

Oct. 25

Halloween Make-Up Workshop

Oct. 25

Happening 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.

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

(As of September 25, 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

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 […]

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

The Best Haunted House Ever performances are held at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)

A Sidewalk Stroll performance are held at Theatre On The Run (3700 S. Four Mile Run Dr. Arlington, VA 22206)

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

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