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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Meet Senior Experience Intern, Aidan P.
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
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
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
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 …
Meet 2022/23 Arts Apprentice: Brielle Perry
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
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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The Lion King Jr
“So inspiring! We loved this kid/teen cast & crew led production of The Lion King...” -4DMV Kids
The Enchanted Bookshop
" For the youngster set, Encore is the region’s gold standard..."
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The Newsies
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