Encore Stage & Studio

Theatre by Kids, for Kids!

Arlington County Parks and Recreation has announced its closure of facilities due to inclement weather. Encore Stage & Studio's January 19 performance of The Twelve Dancing Princesses is canceled. Patrons with tickets will receive an email  with ticketing options.

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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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The Front Row Blog

Meet 2024 Arts Management Intern & Encore Alum Alex Beach

By Aileen Christian | August 9, 2024

You may have seen this familiar face in the previous summers on stage including Freaky Friday and Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. We’re so excited for her return to Encore for another amazing summer! Get to know our 2024 arts management intern and Encore summer show alum, Alex Beach! We’re so glad to have …

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Meet 2024 Arts Management Intern Matthew Bloss-Baum

By Aileen Christian | June 21, 2024

We’ve got an exciting summer coming your way and we’re thrilled to introduce you to our summer team! You’ve seen him in Encore’s past Stage Doors and season productions on cast and crew, meet one of our newest 2024 Arts Management Interns, Matthew Bloss-Baum! Welcome back to Encore! Please introduce yourself to those who are …

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Meet 2024 Apprentice, Benji Lord

By Aileen Christian | March 28, 2024

We are so excited to introduce to you someone you may have seen around Encore these last few months… Meet the newest member of the apprenticeship team, Benji Lord! Tell us about yourself! I was born and raised in Loudoun County Virginia. I have 2 older brothers and a younger sister. Theater has always been …

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#FridayFive Series: 5 reasons to come see Finding Nemo Jr musical

By Aileen Christian | January 12, 2024

#1 – For the Nostalgia! This beloved story follows Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, who lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his child Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But when Nemo is captured, Marlin decides to face his fears and sets off on an epic adventure across the …

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#FridayFive Series: Your 5 New Year’s Resolutions for 2024!

By Aileen Christian | January 5, 2024

We’ve got your 5 New Year’s resolutions for 2024! #1 – Make Some Family Time at the Theatre!Come see Finding Nemo Jr. musical and celebrate together at the Under the Sea Ball! Join us for this underwater adventure in Encore’s production of Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr The Musical! This beloved story follows Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, who lives …

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#FridayFiveSeries: Here are 5 Final Things To Do Before Winter Break ENDS!

By Aileen Christian | December 29, 2023

We hope you’ve been having a fun, festive and safe winter break! We’ve got 5 final things to do before it ends and to cross off your list before a new year begins! Let’s get counting! #1 – Attention Teens! – Apply for Encore’s Summer Jobs and Volunteer Opportunities!Encore is seeking students with a passion …

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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

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!

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