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.
Coming Soon: World Premiere of Sherlock in Wonderland
March 20-29, 2026
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!
Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre
125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204
ASL Access performance available on Saturday, March 28, 3pm show. Email boxoffice@encorestage.org to be seated in the ASL section.
NEW! K-Pop Workshop
Monday, February 16, 2026
Time: 10:00am–4:00pm
This 6-hour K-Pop Workshop for students in Grades 3–8 is all about feelin’ the rhythm, hittin’ the notes, and makin’ your moment! Sing it Loud, dance it Hard, and Shine as you learn choreography and powerhouse vocals inspired by your favorite K-Pop hits.
You’ll be guided by our featured teaching artist, Yani Imani on performance tips, teamwork, and stage presence. By the end of the day, you won’t be "super shy!" You’ll bring the energy, own the stage, and leave ready for your encore!
Encore @ Cherrydale
3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207
Fee: $150
Summer 2026 at a Glance
Dates | Ages 3-5 PreK - Rising K Camp | Ages 5-9 It's Elementary | Ages 9-12 | Ages 12-15 Stage Door + Tech Camp |
June 15-18, 2026 | Winter "In Summer" (S. Arlington/Alexandria) | |||
June 22-26, 2026 | ; | Minecraft Adventures OR Drama with Moana (S. Arlington/Alexandria) | ; | The Big Bad Musical (Part 1) |
June 29-July 2, 2026 | ; | ; | Broadway Bootcamp (Part 1) OR Comedy Central | The Big Bad Musical (Part 2) |
July 6-10, 2026 | ; | ; | Broadway Bootcamp (Part 2) OR Costume & Make-up Design | The Big Bad Musical (Part 3) OR Myth-Understood (Part 1) |
July 13-17, 2026 | ; | K-Pop Demon Hunters SOLD OUT! | ; | Myth-Understood (Part 2) |
July 20-24, 2026 | ; | Summer on Stage: 101 Dalmatians Kids (Part 1) OR Broadway Kids Disney | ; | ; |
July 27-31, 2026 | ; | Summer on Stage: 101 Dalmatians Kids (Part 2) OR K-Pop Demon Hunters (S. Arlington/ Alexandria) SOLD OUT! | Shakespeare's A Midsummers Night's Dream (Part 2) OR Scenes from The Lion, the Witch, & the Wardrobe (Alexandria) | Disney's High School Musical 2 Jr. (Part 2) |
August 3-7, 2026 | ; | Disney Legends OR Knights, Crowns, & Dragon Tales (S. Arlington/Alexandria) | ; | Disney's High School Musical 2 Jr. (Part 3) |
August 10-14, 2026 | Fairytales: What Really Happened OR Beach Bash (S. Arlington/Alexandria) | ; | ||
August 17-21, 2026 | ; | ; | ; | |
August 24-28, 2026 | ; | ; | ; | |
Happening Now
Creativity
At Encore, creativity takes center stage. Through theatre games, storytelling, movement, and imaginative play, kids are encouraged to explore ideas, take creative risks, and discover their own unique voices.
Confidence
Encore Stage & Studio offers hands-on experiences in performance, production, and teamwork where kids build confidence that carries far beyond the theatre, into school, friendships, and their wider community.
Empathy
At Encore, kids learn empathy by stepping into someone else’s story. In a supportive, collaborative space, young artists build compassion, respect, and understanding, skills that stay with them long after the curtain comes down
The Front Row Blog
Fun and Working at Camp: Bryce G.
A wonderful #TechTuesday to all of you. Today we’re back with another former camp aide interview. You’ve already learned about Lauren and Ryely’s experiences working at Encore summer camps, but now it’s time to hear from a new friendly face. Read on for more! Encore: Please briefly introduce yourself. How have you been involved with […]
First-Timers to Leaders: Oliver & Xander on Musketeers
Feeling a sense of déjà vu this #FrontRowFriday? We don’t blame you – Encore’s next production, The Three Musketeers, last played at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre back in 2015. Several members of that production are back for another turn! Today, we’re chatting with two of the members of the cast, Oliver M. and Xander T. […]
Connecting and Working at Camp: Ryely R.
Welcome back to The Front Row, Encore friends! I hope you had a wonderful long weekend if you had one, and, if not, that you had a chance to enjoy the sunshine that finally came to visit. In case you missed it, on Friday we featured Lauren, one of our all-star former camp counselors. She […]
Learning and Working at Camp: Lauren M.
A lovely #FrontRowFriday to all of you Encore fans out there! Any reader of The Front Row is a Valentine of mine, that’s for sure. As you celebrate this cheerful holiday, we’re happy to share an interview with one of the most cheerful students we know: Lauren Maho has performed in many Encore season productions, […]
Flip the Script performs at The Kennedy Center | February 5, 2020
Encore Stage & Studio’s Flip the Script project engaged local students to develop an original theatre piece focused on Arlington, Virginia’s African American voices. The Day Nothing Happened, is a 45-minute production reflecting the emotional journey of Ronald Deskins, Michael Jones, Lance Newman, Gloria Thompson, and their community as they integrated Stratford Junior High School […]
Flip the Script: A Parent’s Perspective
In the spring of 2019, Encore had an idea: what would happen if we brought together local students, professional theatremakers, and historians to learn, discover, and explore to create an original piece of theatre centered around African-American voices right here in Arlington? The answer: Flip the Script. Through site visits, presentations by historians, and personal […]
