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Encore Stage & Studio Announces In-Person 2021 Spring and Summer Drama Camps

WHO:             Encore Stage & Studio—Theatre by Kids, for Kids!

 

WHAT:           In-Person Spring Break Camp and Summer Drama Camps

 

WHEN:            Encore’s Spring Break Camp will be held March 29 through April 2, 2021.   Summer Camps will be held June 21 through August 27. Encore Stage & Studio will host a Summer Camp Parent Q&A on April 17, 2021.

 

WHERE:          Encore’s Spring Break Camp will be held at Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln. Arlington, VA 22207). Various Arlington locations for Encore’s summer camps are listed on Encore’s website.

 

WHY:              Encore Stage & Studio is delighted to announce its in-person spring and summer programs.  Encore’s summer camps provide a fun and safe environment for children to explore theatre arts. Encore offers summer camps for ages 3 through 18. Summer camp titles include Improvathon, Tales of the Wild, Wild, West, Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, and more. Families are invited to join Encore for its Summer Camp Parent Q&A on April 17, 10 am on Zoom, to meet staff and learn more about Encore’s summer programs. “We believe that summer enrichment is essential to the social, emotional, and mental well-being of children in our community,” says Sara Duke, Executive Director.

Small groups of students grades K-5 will enjoy movement, theatre games and crafts in spring break camp. Enrollment for spring break camp is a la carte. Enroll for select days to fit your schedule or the entire week.

Encore Stage & Studio will follow all CDC, Virginia and Arlington Department of Health best practices around social distancing and cleaning.

Registration:  Encore’s spring break camp and summer camp registration is now available on www.encorestage.org. Register here for Encore’s Summer Camp Parent Q&A event.

KEYWORDS: in-person outdoor programs, children’s theatre, performing arts, Northern Virginia, theatre by kids for kids, DC Metropolitan area, summer camp, spring break camp, drama, things to dos in DC, social distancing, outdoors in-person event  

 

 

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Press Release:

Encore Stage & Studio Announces In-Person 2021 Spring and Summer Drama Camps

Encore Stage & Studio is excited to announce its in-person spring and summer camps.  Encore’s spring break and summer camps provide a fun and safe environment for children to explore theatre arts. Students grades K-5 are invited to enroll in spring break camp. Encore offers summer camps for students ages 3 through 18.

Encore’s outdoor, in-person spring break camp will run March 29 through April 2, 2021 at Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207). Small groups of students grades K-5 will enjoy movement, theatre games and crafts inspired by movie favorites. Spring break camp enrollment is a la carte. Families can enroll for select days or the entire week. Camp times are offered for the morning and afternoon. Morning camp is 8:30am – 12:30pm; Afternoon camp is 1:30pm – 4:30pm.

Summer camps will be held June 21 through August 27, 2021. “We believe that summer enrichment is essential to the social, emotional, and mental well-being of children in our community,” says Sara Duke, Executive Director. Summer camp titles include Improvathon, Tales of the Wild, Wild, West, Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, and more.

Families are invited to join Encore for its Summer Camp Parent Q&A on April 17, 10 am on Zoom, to meet staff and learn more about Encore’s summer programs.

Encore Stage & Studio will follow all CDC, Virginia and Arlington Department of Health best practices around social distancing and cleaning. Encore’s spring break camp and summer camp registration is now available on www.encorestage.org. Register here for Encore’s Summer Camp Parent Q&A event.

Spring Break Camp for Grades K-5:
Monday, March 29, 2021 – Over the Moon
Tuesday, March 30, 2021 – The Sword in the Stone
Wednesday, March 31, 2021 – The Emperor’s New Groove
Thursday, April 1, 2021 – Tangled
Friday, April 2, 2021- Wonder Park

Morning Camp Fee: $70 per day; $315 full week
Afternoon Camp Fee: $52 per day; $235 full week

Encore’s Pre-K Summer Camp for ages 3-5: Encore is excited to provide a summer experience for our youngest theatre lovers. In this morning program, students are engaged through activities tailored especially for them: song and movement, music and rhythm, storytelling and crafts. Our experienced teaching artists will welcome your little ones into the warm and wonderful world of theatre with a fun new theme each camp week.

Camp Times: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Location: North Arlington (Location TBA)
Fee: $235

June 21 – 25, 2021 – Fun with the Backyardigans
Join Encore for a fun filled morning based on the popular kids show, The Backyardigans. Each day your child will go on an adventure using their imagination, discovering different musical sounds and movements from many countries and musical genres.

June 28 – July 2, 2021 – Let’s Go Camping!
Pre-k students will use all five senses to explore on this imaginary camping adventure. Together as an ensemble, we will learn to appreciate everyone that we meet with the spirit of cooperation. Using common household items, students will design the perfect camping experience… without the bugs!

July 12 – 16, 2021 – Ocean Adventures
Let’s dive into the ocean and learn all about the unique creatures that live in the sea. Who knows? We might even meet a “baby shark…doo…doo…doo…baby shark?” Your child’s creativity and curiosity will grow as they discover the vast underwater world.

July 19 – 23, 2021 – Where is Dora the Explorer?
Come along with Dora to solve challenging puzzles and mysteries. With her monkey friend Boots, along with our classmates, we’ll learn about important character traits, such as courage, enthusiasm, honesty, patience, and perseverance.

July 26 – 30, 2021 – Dinosaurs and Unicorns
Do you dream of meeting unicorns and dinosaurs? In our imaginary world they co-exist. Let’s discover unlikely friendships in a Jurassic Park where dinosaurs and mythical unicorns learn to live in harmony.

August 2 – 6, 2021 – Mr. Rogers Returns
It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood! Using Mr. Rogers’s timeless lessons, we will discover a world of wonder and possibilities friendship and empathy. Join us in class where civility, creativity, and community take a front seat.

It’s Elementary for Ages 5-9:
We’re excited to offer a summer of brand-new themes to captivate your students’ minds and activate their energetic creativity through a jam-packed week of movement, character creation, problem solving, and more!

Camp Times: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Extended times vary by location
Locations in Shirlington (Theatre on the Run, 3700 S. Four Mile Run Drive) and North Arlington
Fee: $395

June 21 – 25, 2021 – The Amazing Race
Adventure is out there, and Encore will help you find it! Actors will work together as an ensemble to complete challenges before receiving their next globetrotting clue. Teamwork and lots of laughs will be required. Grab your passport!

June 28 – July 2, 2021 – Fairytale Kingdom
Hear ye, hear ye, Lords and Ladies: you are invited to experience the world of fantastic fairytales. Hear the stories and envision the enchanted worlds that await you for an exciting week of stories that you love. Spend the week in a land far, far away, where royal costumes are encouraged, and marvelous adventures are guaranteed.

July 6 – 9, 2021 (no camp July 5, Independence Day observed) – Scooby Doo Mysteries
What would you do for a Scooby snack? Come along with Shaggy and the rest of the gang to solve the mystery and apprehend the villain. This camp calls for lots of teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity. You’ll hear the villain say, “I would have gotten away with it too, if it weren’t for you meddling kids and your dog!”

July 12 – 16, 2021 – Broadway Kids: Disney
Broadway Kids was so popular that we brought it back again for you to enjoy this summer! Be Our Guest as we Step in Time to Disney songs you know and love. Don’t Let It Go because we’re going to show you A Whole New World!

July 19 – 23, 2021 – Broadway Kids: Classics
Didn’t get enough Broadway Kids in week one? Cheer Up Charlie, we have got more where that came from! You Can’t Stop the Beat as we dance our way through some of Broadway’s biggest hits. It’ll be So Much Better with you there!

July 26 – 30, 2021 – Raiders of the Lost Artifact
Grab your compass and your map as we chart our course for adventure! Together we will search the globe to find the famous lost artifact. Will we find it before it falls into the wrong hands? If you like Indiana Jones or tales of daring, you will enjoy the twist and turns that lead you to this Encore camp.

August 2 – 6, 2021 – Tales of the Wild, Wild West (North Arlington)
Calling all cowpoke! Come join us for a week of tall tales and folklore around the campfire. We will explore the open range and honor Native American storytelling. Campers are encouraged to dress in their finest country western attire; ten-gallon hats welcome. Of course, there will be socially distanced line dancing, so prepare to move. Yee-haw!

August 9 – 13, 2021 – The Sights and Sounds of Winter Wonderland
Do you want to build a snowman…in August? Ride on the Polar Express? Snuggle on your thinking caps as you and your teammates stretch your imaginations to create a frosty landscape full of creativity, friendship, and fun! Go on a frosty adventure with Encore in our Winter Wonderland session.

August 16 – 20, 2021 – Happily, Ever After
Make your Once Upon a Summer into Happily Ever After! From dragons and wizards to brave princesses and princes, bring classic tales to life as you embark on this royal adventure!

August 23 – 27, 2021 – Island Adventures
Cool ocean breezes, mermaids and pirates await you on our island of adventure! We’ll use some of our favorite stories of the tropics and the sea to launch our imaginations. If you like Moana or Treasure Island jump aboard our boat and get ready to set sail!

Scenes for Tweens for ages 8-12:
It’s time to take your interest in theatre to the next level! Join our professional theatre artists to take a deep dive into diverse and fascinating topics. Bust a move in Broadway Bootcamp, battle villains in Tragedy vs. Comedy or be a part of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. This is your chance to focus in on what captivates your attention and makes your creative spirits soar!

Camp Times: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Extended hours are available
Locations in North Arlington
Fee: $375 for one-week Scenes for Tweens camp, $750 for two-week Scenes for Tweens camp

June 21 – 25, 2021 – Summer Stories
Do you lie in bed each night with ideas swirling through your mind? Do you long to create stories that make it to the big screen or up on stage? This is the camp for you! Under the guidance of our professional teaching artists, bring all your wildest imaginations from your mind to the page and, perhaps, to the stage!

June 28 – July 9, 2021 (no camp on July 5, Independence Day observed) – Broadway Bootcamp
Ready to work toward your personal greatest show? Let your musical theatre skills reach their peak during this training. Geared toward musical theatre lovers and newbies alike, this ensemble atmosphere will build dance and acting skills. Start on your path toward triple-threat status and learn all about what it takes to make it on Broadway.

July 12 – 23, 2021 – Tragedy vs. Comedy
Explore acting opposites of tragedy and comedy and decide for yourself which will reign supreme! Actors will delve into the extremes of both comedic and dramatic acting styles as well as the skills needed for both. Culminating in a performance of scripted scenes, students can embrace both their inner clown and tragedian.

July 26 – August 6, 2021 – Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night
Explore acting opposites of tragedy and comedy and decide for yourself which will reign supreme! Actors will delve into the extremes of both comedic and dramatic acting styles as well as the skills needed for both. Culminating in a performance of scripted scenes, students can embrace both their inner clown and tragedian.

August 9 – 13, 2021 – Villains & Descendants
Does the apple fall far from the tree? The answer is up to you in this evilly delightful new camp. Collaborate with your fellow campers to create new scenarios starring your favorite villains and their descendants. What happens next? That’s up to you!

August 16 – 20, 2021 – Improvathon
Are you ready for hilarity, silliness, and a whole new style of theatre? Yes, and? The fun doesn’t stop during this week-long improvised comedy intensive. Develop characters, set the scene, and write your own story…all on the spot. Whether you’re completely new to improv or a seasoned comedy lover, every camp comes to life in brand new ways!

August 23 – 27, 2021 – Adventure Acting and Stage Combat
Imagine a story so captivating that it has fascinated its audience for centuries. Explore the tales of the Three Musketeers, Sinbad the Sailor, and Peter, Captain Hook and the Lost Boys. Magic, mystery, and mayhem await you in this adventurous acting camp!

Stage Door & Tech Camp for ages 11-15:

In this immersive camp experience, students will get a glimpse of what it’s like to work as a theatre professional. Mornings are spent sharpening performance skills. In the afternoons, students put these skills into action, collaborating with other artists in the daily rehearsal process. Each camp production is led by Encore’s professional teaching artists, with the curriculum enhanced by workshops with guest artists. Past workshop topics have included stage combat, clowning, makeup design, and physical comedy.

Students will have the opportunity to participate as either actors or designers/crew members as they channel their creative energy, talent, and enthusiasm into a production. In order to allow for flexibility as pandemic conditions continue to change, this summer’s production titles will be selected by the end of May.

Camp Times: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Extended hours are available
Camp hours: Stage Door/Tech Camp Fee: $755 | Spotlight Showcase Fee: $320

June 21 – July 2, 2021 – Stage Door + Tech Camp Session 1
Location: Lubber Run Amphitheater

July 12 – 23, 2021 – Stage Door + Tech Camp Session 2
Location: Lubber Run Amphitheater

July 26 – August 6, 2021 – Stage Door + Tech Camp Session 3
Location: Shirlington (Theatre On The Run 3700 S. Four Mile Run Drive Arlington VA, 22206)

August 9 – 20, 2021 – Stage Door + Tech Camp Session 4
Location: North Arlington (Cherrydale United Methodist Church 3701 Lorcom Lane Arlington, VA 22207)

July 6 – 9, 2021 (no camp July 5, Independence Day observed) – Spotlight Showcase
Location: Shirlington (Theatre On The Run)
Fee: $320
Extended AM: $40
Extended PM: $40

Center Stage for ages 14-18:

Take your Stage Door experience to the next level in our production of Matilda Jr! Level up as a musician, focusing on more intricate rhythms and harmonies as you form a tightly knit ensemble. More complex storytelling and musicality make this three-week camp experience an excellent primer for those looking to gain more experience in musical theatre, to prepare for high school or college auditions, or feel more confident in their character formation abilities.

July 26 – August 13, 2021 – Matilda Jr. 

Location: TBA

5:30 – 8:30 pm

Fee: $630

 

KEYWORDS: in-person outdoor programs, children’s theatre, performing arts, Northern Virginia, theatre by kids for kids, DC Metropolitan area, summer camp, spring break camp, drama, things to dos in DC, social distancing, outdoors in-person event  

 

 

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About Encore Stage & Studio “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!” Founded in 1967, 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. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity.

Encore Stage & Studio Announces In-Person 2021 Spring and Summer Drama Camps

Encore Stage & Studio is excited to announce its in-person spring and summer camps.  Encore’s spring break and summer camps provide a fun and safe environment for children to explore theatre arts. Students grades K-5 are invited to enroll in spring break camp. Encore offers summer camps for students ages 3 through 18.

Encore’s outdoor, in-person spring break camp will run March 29 through April 2, 2021 at Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207). Small groups of students grades K-5 will enjoy movement, theatre games and crafts inspired by movie favorites. Spring break camp enrollment is a la carte. Families can enroll for select days or the entire week. Camp times are offered for the morning and afternoon. Morning camp is 8:30am – 12:30pm; Afternoon camp is 1:30pm – 4:30pm.

Summer camps will be held June 21 through August 27, 2021. “We believe that summer enrichment is essential to the social, emotional, and mental well-being of children in our community,” says Sara Duke, Executive Director. Summer camp titles include Improvathon, Tales of the Wild, Wild, West, Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night, and more.

Families are invited to join Encore for its Summer Camp Parent Q&A on April 17, 10 am on Zoom, to meet staff and learn more about Encore’s summer programs.

Encore Stage & Studio will follow all CDC, Virginia and Arlington Department of Health best practices around social distancing and cleaning. Encore’s spring break camp and summer camp registration is now available on www.encorestage.org. Register here for Encore’s Summer Camp Parent Q&A event.

Spring Break Camp for Grades K-5:
Monday, March 29, 2021 – Over the Moon
Tuesday, March 30, 2021 – The Sword in the Stone
Wednesday, March 31, 2021 – The Emperor’s New Groove
Thursday, April 1, 2021 – Tangled
Friday, April 2, 2021- Wonder Park

Morning Camp Fee: $70 per day; $315 full week
Afternoon Camp Fee: $52 per day; $235 full week

Encore’s Pre-K Summer Camp for ages 3-5: Encore is excited to provide a summer experience for our youngest theatre lovers. In this morning program, students are engaged through activities tailored especially for them: song and movement, music and rhythm, storytelling and crafts. Our experienced teaching artists will welcome your little ones into the warm and wonderful world of theatre with a fun new theme each camp week.

Camp Times: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Location: North Arlington (Location TBA)
Fee: $235

June 21 – 25, 2021 – Fun with the Backyardigans
Join Encore for a fun filled morning based on the popular kids show, The Backyardigans. Each day your child will go on an adventure using their imagination, discovering different musical sounds and movements from many countries and musical genres.

June 28 – July 2, 2021 – Let’s Go Camping!
Pre-k students will use all five senses to explore on this imaginary camping adventure. Together as an ensemble, we will learn to appreciate everyone that we meet with the spirit of cooperation. Using common household items, students will design the perfect camping experience… without the bugs!

July 12 – 16, 2021 – Ocean Adventures
Let’s dive into the ocean and learn all about the unique creatures that live in the sea. Who knows? We might even meet a “baby shark…doo…doo…doo…baby shark?” Your child’s creativity and curiosity will grow as they discover the vast underwater world.

July 19 – 23, 2021 – Where is Dora the Explorer?
Come along with Dora to solve challenging puzzles and mysteries. With her monkey friend Boots, along with our classmates, we’ll learn about important character traits, such as courage, enthusiasm, honesty, patience, and perseverance.

July 26 – 30, 2021 – Dinosaurs and Unicorns
Do you dream of meeting unicorns and dinosaurs? In our imaginary world they co-exist. Let’s discover unlikely friendships in a Jurassic Park where dinosaurs and mythical unicorns learn to live in harmony.

August 2 – 6, 2021 – Mr. Rogers Returns
It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood! Using Mr. Rogers’s timeless lessons, we will discover a world of wonder and possibilities friendship and empathy. Join us in class where civility, creativity, and community take a front seat.

It’s Elementary for Ages 5-9:
We’re excited to offer a summer of brand-new themes to captivate your students’ minds and activate their energetic creativity through a jam-packed week of movement, character creation, problem solving, and more!

Camp Times: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Extended times vary by location
Locations in Shirlington (Theatre on the Run, 3700 S. Four Mile Run Drive) and North Arlington
Fee: $395

June 21 – 25, 2021 – The Amazing Race
Adventure is out there, and Encore will help you find it! Actors will work together as an ensemble to complete challenges before receiving their next globetrotting clue. Teamwork and lots of laughs will be required. Grab your passport!

June 28 – July 2, 2021 – Fairytale Kingdom
Hear ye, hear ye, Lords and Ladies: you are invited to experience the world of fantastic fairytales. Hear the stories and envision the enchanted worlds that await you for an exciting week of stories that you love. Spend the week in a land far, far away, where royal costumes are encouraged, and marvelous adventures are guaranteed.

July 6 – 9, 2021 (no camp July 5, Independence Day observed) – Scooby Doo Mysteries
What would you do for a Scooby snack? Come along with Shaggy and the rest of the gang to solve the mystery and apprehend the villain. This camp calls for lots of teamwork, problem-solving, and creativity. You’ll hear the villain say, “I would have gotten away with it too, if it weren’t for you meddling kids and your dog!”

July 12 – 16, 2021 – Broadway Kids: Disney
Broadway Kids was so popular that we brought it back again for you to enjoy this summer! Be Our Guest as we Step in Time to Disney songs you know and love. Don’t Let It Go because we’re going to show you A Whole New World!

July 19 – 23, 2021 – Broadway Kids: Classics
Didn’t get enough Broadway Kids in week one? Cheer Up Charlie, we have got more where that came from! You Can’t Stop the Beat as we dance our way through some of Broadway’s biggest hits. It’ll be So Much Better with you there!

July 26 – 30, 2021 – Raiders of the Lost Artifact
Grab your compass and your map as we chart our course for adventure! Together we will search the globe to find the famous lost artifact. Will we find it before it falls into the wrong hands? If you like Indiana Jones or tales of daring, you will enjoy the twist and turns that lead you to this Encore camp.

August 2 – 6, 2021 – Tales of the Wild, Wild West (North Arlington)
Calling all cowpoke! Come join us for a week of tall tales and folklore around the campfire. We will explore the open range and honor Native American storytelling. Campers are encouraged to dress in their finest country western attire; ten-gallon hats welcome. Of course, there will be socially distanced line dancing, so prepare to move. Yee-haw!

August 9 – 13, 2021 – The Sights and Sounds of Winter Wonderland
Do you want to build a snowman…in August? Ride on the Polar Express? Snuggle on your thinking caps as you and your teammates stretch your imaginations to create a frosty landscape full of creativity, friendship, and fun! Go on a frosty adventure with Encore in our Winter Wonderland session.

August 16 – 20, 2021 – Happily, Ever After
Make your Once Upon a Summer into Happily Ever After! From dragons and wizards to brave princesses and princes, bring classic tales to life as you embark on this royal adventure!

August 23 – 27, 2021 – Island Adventures
Cool ocean breezes, mermaids and pirates await you on our island of adventure! We’ll use some of our favorite stories of the tropics and the sea to launch our imaginations. If you like Moana or Treasure Island jump aboard our boat and get ready to set sail!

Scenes for Tweens for ages 8-12:
It’s time to take your interest in theatre to the next level! Join our professional theatre artists to take a deep dive into diverse and fascinating topics. Bust a move in Broadway Bootcamp, battle villains in Tragedy vs. Comedy or be a part of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night. This is your chance to focus in on what captivates your attention and makes your creative spirits soar!

Camp Times: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Extended hours are available
Locations in North Arlington
Fee: $375 for one-week Scenes for Tweens camp, $750 for two-week Scenes for Tweens camp

June 21 – 25, 2021 – Summer Stories
Do you lie in bed each night with ideas swirling through your mind? Do you long to create stories that make it to the big screen or up on stage? This is the camp for you! Under the guidance of our professional teaching artists, bring all your wildest imaginations from your mind to the page and, perhaps, to the stage!

June 28 – July 9, 2021 (no camp on July 5, Independence Day observed) – Broadway Bootcamp
Ready to work toward your personal greatest show? Let your musical theatre skills reach their peak during this training. Geared toward musical theatre lovers and newbies alike, this ensemble atmosphere will build dance and acting skills. Start on your path toward triple-threat status and learn all about what it takes to make it on Broadway.

July 12 – 23, 2021 – Tragedy vs. Comedy
Explore acting opposites of tragedy and comedy and decide for yourself which will reign supreme! Actors will delve into the extremes of both comedic and dramatic acting styles as well as the skills needed for both. Culminating in a performance of scripted scenes, students can embrace both their inner clown and tragedian.

July 26 – August 6, 2021 – Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night
Explore acting opposites of tragedy and comedy and decide for yourself which will reign supreme! Actors will delve into the extremes of both comedic and dramatic acting styles as well as the skills needed for both. Culminating in a performance of scripted scenes, students can embrace both their inner clown and tragedian.

August 9 – 13, 2021 – Villains & Descendants
Does the apple fall far from the tree? The answer is up to you in this evilly delightful new camp. Collaborate with your fellow campers to create new scenarios starring your favorite villains and their descendants. What happens next? That’s up to you!

August 16 – 20, 2021 – Improvathon
Are you ready for hilarity, silliness, and a whole new style of theatre? Yes, and? The fun doesn’t stop during this week-long improvised comedy intensive. Develop characters, set the scene, and write your own story…all on the spot. Whether you’re completely new to improv or a seasoned comedy lover, every camp comes to life in brand new ways!

August 23 – 27, 2021 – Adventure Acting and Stage Combat
Imagine a story so captivating that it has fascinated its audience for centuries. Explore the tales of the Three Musketeers, Sinbad the Sailor, and Peter, Captain Hook and the Lost Boys. Magic, mystery, and mayhem await you in this adventurous acting camp!

Stage Door & Tech Camp for ages 11-15:

In this immersive camp experience, students will get a glimpse of what it’s like to work as a theatre professional. Mornings are spent sharpening performance skills. In the afternoons, students put these skills into action, collaborating with other artists in the daily rehearsal process. Each camp production is led by Encore’s professional teaching artists, with the curriculum enhanced by workshops with guest artists. Past workshop topics have included stage combat, clowning, makeup design, and physical comedy.

Students will have the opportunity to participate as either actors or designers/crew members as they channel their creative energy, talent, and enthusiasm into a production. In order to allow for flexibility as pandemic conditions continue to change, this summer’s production titles will be selected by the end of May.

Camp Times: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm; Extended hours are available
Camp hours: Stage Door/Tech Camp Fee: $755 | Spotlight Showcase Fee: $320

June 21 – July 2, 2021 – Stage Door + Tech Camp Session 1
Location: Lubber Run Amphitheater

July 12 – 23, 2021 – Stage Door + Tech Camp Session 2
Location: Lubber Run Amphitheater

July 26 – August 6, 2021 – Stage Door + Tech Camp Session 3
Location: Shirlington (Theatre On The Run 3700 S. Four Mile Run Drive Arlington VA, 22206)

August 9 – 20, 2021 – Stage Door + Tech Camp Session 4
Location: North Arlington (Cherrydale United Methodist Church 3701 Lorcom Lane Arlington, VA 22207)

July 6 – 9, 2021 (no camp July 5, Independence Day observed) – Spotlight Showcase
Location: Shirlington (Theatre On The Run)
Fee: $320
Extended AM: $40
Extended PM: $40

Center Stage for ages 14-18:

Take your Stage Door experience to the next level in our production of Matilda Jr! Level up as a musician, focusing on more intricate rhythms and harmonies as you form a tightly knit ensemble. More complex storytelling and musicality make this three-week camp experience an excellent primer for those looking to gain more experience in musical theatre, to prepare for high school or college auditions, or feel more confident in their character formation abilities.

July 26 – August 13, 2021 – Matilda Jr. 

Location: TBA

5:30 – 8:30 pm

Fee: $630

 

KEYWORDS: in-person outdoor programs, children’s theatre, performing arts, Northern Virginia, theatre by kids for kids, DC Metropolitan area, summer camp, spring break camp, drama, things to dos in DC, social distancing, outdoors in-person event  

 

 

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About Encore Stage & Studio “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!” Founded in 1967, 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. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity.

 

 

MEDIA ADVISORY

Encore Stage & Studio Celebrates “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!”
Arlington’s premier children’s theatre raises awareness
of its mission at Virtual Benefit Breakfast

WHO: Encore Stage & Studio

WHAT: Virtual Benefit Breakfast

WHEN: Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at 9:30 am

WHERE: Zoom Online

WHY: Encore Stage & Studio invites the community for a special morning to celebrate “theatre by kids, for kids!” that will include appearances by young performers. Learn more about Encore’s mission to provide high-quality theatre experiences for all young people in our community.

RSVP: There is no cost to attend the benefit breakfast. To RSVP online visit www.encorestageva.org/benefit-breakfast/. For more information visit www.encorestage.org.

About Encore Stage & Studio: “Theatre by kids, for kids!” For over 50 years, Encore Stage & Studio has given hundreds of thousands of young people the opportunity to grow and discover themselves through theatre: onstage, backstage, in the classroom, and in the audience. We bring high quality, age-appropriate theatrical productions that are staffed by young people to our community and offer a vibrant selection of educational classes, workshops and summer programs, including outreach to low-income children with community partners. We believe that participating in live theatre arts has critically important benefits for young people: it builds teamwork, leadership, creativity, literacy, problem-solving skills, as well as self-confidence. Encore provides a stage where students can use their creativity to discover their potential.

For more information visit www.encorestage.org | 4000 Lorcom Ln. Arlington, VA 22207
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Encore Stage & Studio Goes Live!
Encore Stage & Studio announces virtual theatre classes and spring break camps

Arlington, VA – Learn, play, and explore the world of theatre through a unique virtual experience with Encore Stage & Studio! Encore is delighted to offer theatre classes for ages 3 through 18 using a combination of live classroom interactions via the Zoom platform and prerecorded instructional videos. Enrollment is available online at www.encorestage.org.

“Theatre has the power of healing and connecting,” says Patrick McGee, Encore Education Programs Manager, “and that’s what we’re trying to do here at Encore Stage & Studio.” Encore usually operates its programming at its main campus location in Arlington and Arlington County facilities, including Thomas Jefferson Middle School. While offices are closed until further noticed, Encore has continued to employ its full- and part-time staff. Encore’s staff is teleworking diligently to create a welcoming and nurturing virtual space for their students and families. Encore premiered a “Live with Encore” series on Instagram Live to preview their upcoming virtual programs and connect families with teaching artists.

In addition to theatre classes, Encore is pleased to offer Virtual Spring Break Camps running April 6 through April 17, 2020 for students in Grades K – 5. Camp hours are 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Enrollment is a la carte. Families can choose select days or the entire week. Fee is $80 per day, $400 per week. Schedule and registration are available online at www.encorestage.org. Scholarships are available for all virtual programs. For questions about scholarships and more, e-mail info@encorestage.org.

Encore Stage & Studio Educational Programs:
Encore Stage & Studio offers learning opportunities for students in Grades Kindergarten through 12. The excitement of discovering the power of the imagination and how a story can be told on stage is emphasized for the youngest of students. Students then focus on the creative process; what can they create as a team? As students progress, Encore’s teaching artists ask them to make informed decisions to craft compelling scenes onstage. Techniques are then refined to help students to build confidence as performers and people and challenge them to practice thinking quickly and responding authentically. Encore’s classes are taught by professional teaching artists and lessons are designed to fit the skills and interests of the students enrolled. Encore regularly offers group theatre classes, special workshops on a variety of specialized topics for advanced students, and private instruction in the areas of acting, singing, and piano.

For Baby/Toddler – Preschool:

Share, grow and learn with your child during this special time in their life! Encore’s parent/caregiver classes will promote your child’s development and provide exciting enrichment. Through creative play, movement, and music, children will sharpen critical social and physical skills in a fun and imaginative environment.
Virtual Parent & Me classes are currently available for free on Tuesday mornings, 10:30-11:00am on Encore’s social media platforms: Facebook Live and Instagram Live. This virtual experience is recommended for ages 6 months-5 years old, accompanied by a caregiver.

For Ages 3-5:
Stories & Fairytales
And they lived happily ever after! But what happened first? Follow us through a series of favorite fairytale stories designed for our youngest friends including Rapunzel, The Little Red Hen, and more! Develop the confidence of sharing a story with a beginning, middle, and end, while working together as a group. This class may be repeated as new stories and activities come to life each session.
Tuesdays, April 14-May 5, 2020 | Times: 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm | Fee: $80

Adventures with Dr. Seuss
Oh, the places you’ll go in this highly imaginative Encore class! Join the Whos, the Lorax, the Cat in the Hat, and more as you journey through the colorful, strange, and silly world of Dr. Seuss’s beloved books.
Saturdays, May 2-23, 2020. Times: 9:00 am – 9:45 am | Fee: $80

For Grades K-1:
Creative Dance
Feel the music. Hear the rhythm. And come explore dance! Join in the fun as we work together to tell stories using movement. If music makes you move, then join our class and groove. This class is designed to be repeated as new song numbers are used each session.
Saturdays, May 2-23, 2020| Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am| Fee: $80
Happily Ever After
Once upon a time… Follow us through a series of favorite fairytale stories as we develop the confidence to tell a story, share our ideas, and work together with your fellow classmates. How the story is told is up to you, as long as they live “Happily Ever After!”
Saturdays, May 2-23, 2020| Time: 11:15 am – 12:15 pm| Fee: $80

For Grades 2-3:
If I Ran the Circus
Calling all lion tamers and acrobats, clowns and fortune tellers! Leave reality behind as you participate in the wondrous world of the Big Top tent. With your classmates, you’ll work to create entertaining acts such as juggling, clowning, and tightrope walking in this new class full of non-stop action as we work to put on our very own Greatest Show.
Saturdays, May 2-23, 2020| Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am| Fee: $80
Around the World Adventures
Haven’t got 80 days to travel around the world? Tag along with Encore for a whirlwind tour of famous, fun destinations! Students will use their imaginations to travel to exotic locales for an hour each week. Who knows what adventures await? Young travelers are sure to come back with some great stories to share!
Saturdays, May 2-23, 2020| Time: 11:15am – 12:15pm | Fee: $80
Laugh Out Loud
Do you love telling jokes? Join us in LOL to up your comedy game through the exploration of different types of comedic styles. By the end of class sharing, you’ll have your family and friends rolling in the aisles.
Wednesdays, May 6-27, 2020| Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm| Fee: $80

For Grades 4-5:
Build a Play: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Encore is excited to present a new creative playwriting class, based on the story of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs by Judi Barrett. Work with your class and teaching artist to create a play that’s all your own!
Saturdays, May 2-23, 2020 | Time: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm| Fee: $80
Broadway Bound
Sing and dance your heart out as you learn to captivate an audience in this fast-paced class. Designed for experienced students and beginners, Broadway Bound will help students to hone musical theatre skills through vocal and dance work. The class will combine the talents of all the students enrolled and will culminate in a sharing for friends and family on the last day of class.
Saturdays, May 2-23, 2020| Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am| Fee: $80

For Grades 6-8:
All’s Well That Ends Well
Shakespeare’s plays are among the best-known works of literature in the world, and Encore wants to give you a chance to get in on the classical action! Get up close and personal with Shakespeare’s characters and themes as you work to bring the Bard’s famous comedies to life. Whether you’re portraying a princess, count or a vagabond, a knight or an innkeeper, you’re sure to leave with an appreciation for the text and a smile on your face.
Mondays, April 13 – May 4, 2020 | Time: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm| Fee: $80
The Actor’s Toolbox
Have you ever wondered what’s in an Actor’s Toolbox? This four week series provides actors with the building blocks for success. Learn how to prepare like a professional and make exciting and informed choices in the rehearsal room to develop captivating characters for the stage. Whether you’re brand-new to the world of acting or a seasoned performer of the classroom and stage, something new and exciting awaits you.
Mondays, April 13 – May 4, 2020| Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm| Fee: $70
Tales of Brothers Grimm
Explore excerpts of fairy tales with Artistic Director Susan Keady and guest artist Sarah Conrad! Through this unique virtual experience, students will analyze selections of Brothers Grimm Out of Order to learn the art of making a fairy tale come alive. To stage this genre and act inside the tales, students will learn to solve problems by examining how to make the fantasy appear authentic through acting, sharpen their skills in script analysis, character breakdown and how to listen between the lines.
Thursday, April 16 – Wednesday, April 22, 2020| Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Fee: $80

Student audience members have the unique opportunity to observe and listen to the director and actors. | Audience Fee: $5
Did the Butler Do It?
Explore mystery scripts with Artistic Director Susan Keady! Through this unique virtual experience, students will analyze selected 30-minute mysteries. Actors will learn how to keep an audience engaged through twists and turns, sharpen their skills in script analysis, character motivation, and more. Students will also learn the art of suspense, surprise, and whodunit!
Thursday, April 23 – Wednesday, April 29, 2020| Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm| Fee: $80
Student audience members have the unique opportunity to observe and listen to the director and actors. | Audience Fee: $5
Saturday Scene Study
Using classic myths, folktales, and plays, actors will explore and discover the different aspects of classic theater. Perform virtual scenes with fellow actors, create stories using different theatrical elements, and explore the past to look toward the future.

Saturday, April 18 – Saturday, May 2, 2020 | Fee: $60
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Explore A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Artistic Director Susan Keady and guest artists like Patrick McGee! Through this unique virtual experience, students will analyze one of Shakespeare’s most popular works. Students will sharpen their skills in Shakespearean script analysis, character breakdown, and more.

Thursday, April 30 – Wednesday, May 6, 2020 | Times: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Fee: $80
Student audience members have the unique opportunity to observe and listen to the director and actors. | Audience Fee: $5
Clopping Coconuts: It’s a Radio Play!
Experience the wonder of radio plays! Actors will explore their craft using only their voice. Students will build their vocal skills through diction, articulation, and tone. Students will be introduced radio plays, creating foley sounds, and more.
Saturday, April 18 – Saturday, May 2, 2020 | Times: 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm | Fee: $60
Saturday Showstoppers
Bring it on in this fast-paced musical theatre class. Designed to bring together experienced students and beginners, Saturday Showstoppers will help students build confidence in their performance abilities, with a primary focus on singing and movement. The class will combine the talents of all the students enrolled and will culminate in a sharing for friends and family on the last day of class.
Saturdays, May 2-23, 2020 | Times: 11:15 am – 12:15 pm | Fee: $80
Monologue Coaching
Build your onstage confidence by exploring classic characters and an array of tactics and objectives in this in-depth class. Our instructor will help each student select a monologue to explore over the course of the four-week session. Students will develop their acting skills and ability to connect with an audience as they embrace the challenge of creating a fully realized character.

Saturdays, May 2-23, 2020 | Times: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm | Fee: $80
A Comedy Tonight!
Explore excerpts of comedy with Artistic Director Susan Keady! Through this unique virtual experience, students will analyze selected comedic works and sketches to learn the art of “act – react” with eyes, ears, voice, & minimal body movement. Take your comedy skills to the next level by focusing on these important aspects of comedic acting.

Thursday, May 7 – Wednesday, May 13, 2020 | Times: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Fee: $80

Student audience members have the unique opportunity to observe and listen to the director and actors. | Audience Fee: $5

For Grades 9-12:
The Actor’s Toolbox
Have you ever wondered what’s in an Actor’s Toolbox? This six-week series provides actors with the building blocks for success. Learn how to prepare like a professional and make exciting and informed choices in the rehearsal room to develop captivating characters for the stage.

Mondays, April 13-May 4, 2020 | Times: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm | Fee: $90

The Best of the Bard
Shakespeare’s plays are among the best-known works of literature in the world, and Encore wants to give you a chance to get in on the classical action! Get up close and personal with Shakespeare’s themes as you work to bring classic texts to life. Discover Shakespeare’s characters as you work to bring the Bard’s famous comedies and tragedies to life. Whether you’re portraying a princess, count or a vagabond, a knight or an inn-keeper, you’re sure to leave with an appreciation for the text and a smile on your face.

Mondays, April 13-May 4, 2020 | Times: 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm | Fee: $90
Tales of Brothers Grimm
Explore excerpts of fairy tales with Artistic Director Susan Keady and guest artist Sarah Conrad! Through this unique virtual experience, students will analyze selections of Brothers Grimm Out of Order to learn the art of making a fairy tale come alive. To stage this genre and act inside the tales students will learn to solve problems by examining how to make the fantasy appear authentic through acting, sharpen their skills in script analysis, character breakdown and how to listen between the lines.
Thursday, April 16 – Wednesday, April 22, 2020 | Times: 7:45 pm – 8:45 pm | Fee: $80
Student audience members have the unique opportunity to observe and listen to the director and actors. | Audience Fee: $5
Clopping Coconuts: It’s a Radio Play!
Experience the wonder of radio plays! Actors will explore their craft using only their voice. Students will build their vocal skills through diction, articulation, and tone. Students will be introduced radio plays, creating foley sounds, and more.

Saturday, April 18 – Saturday, May 2, 2020 | Times: 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm | Fee: $60

Did the Butler Do It?
Explore mystery scripts with Artistic Director Susan Keady! Through this unique virtual experience, students will analyze selected 30-minute mysteries. Actors will learn how to keep an audience engaged through twists and turns, sharpen their skills in script analysis, character motivation and more. Students will also learn the art of suspense, surprise, and whodunit!

Thursday, April 23 – Wednesday, April 29, 2020 | Times: 7:45 pm – 8:45 pm | Fee: $80
Student audience members have the unique opportunity to observe and listen to the director and actors. | Audience Fee: $5
Saturday Scene Study
Using classic myths, folktales, and plays, actors will explore and discover the different aspects of classic theater. Perform virtual scenes with fellow actors, create stories using different theatrical elements, and explore the past to look toward the future.
Saturday, April 18 – Saturday, May 2, 2020 | Times: 3:15 pm – 4:15 pm | Fee: $60
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Explore A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Artistic Director Susan Keady and guest artists like Patrick McGee! Through this unique virtual experience, students will analyze arguably one of Shakespeare’s most popular works. Students will sharpen their skills in Shakespearean script analysis, character breakdown and more.

Thursday, April 30 – Wednesday, May 6, 2020 | Times: 7:45 pm – 8:45 pm | Fee: $80
A Comedy Tonight!
Explore excerpts of comedy with Artistic Director Susan Keady! Through this unique virtual experience, students will analyze selected comedic works and sketches to learn the art of “act – react” with eyes, ears, voice, & minimal body movement. Take your comedy skills to the next level by focusing on these important aspects of comedic acting.
Thursday, May 7 – Wednesday, May 13, 2020 | Times: 7:45 pm – 8:45 pm | Fee: $80

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About Encore Stage & Studio “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!” Founded in 1967, Encore Stage & Studio’s mission is to build a lifelong appreciation for live theatre by involving young people in all aspects of theatre arts –onstage, backstage, in the classroom, and in the audience. Encore Stage & Studio is a national leader in theater by and for young people. We engage kids on both sides of the curtain, meeting them at their level to help them learn, grow and succeed. Encore provides inclusive opportunities for a diverse community of future thinkers, creators, and leaders. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity. We believe that participating in live theatre builds problem-solving skills, teamwork, creativity, literacy, and self-confidence. We are cultivating the next generation of active and engaged art lovers.

PRESS RELEASE

Encore Stage & Studio proudly presents The Three Musketeers
Production runs February 28 – March 8, 2020

Arlington, VA – This story is set in 17th-century France, a poor young nobleman named D’Artagnan leaves home to join the famous Musketeers of the Guard – defenders of the King and masters of the rapier! On his journey, D’Artagnan befriends three famous Musketeers: Athos, Porthos, and Aramis. As the foursome roams the countryside, they encounter a dastardly plot to kidnap the King’s favorite dog…and realize they’ll need the help of three swashbuckling ladies to save the day. Recommended for ages 6 and older. Encore Stage & Studio proudly presents The Three Musketeers, running February 28-March 8, 2019 at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, Virginia 22204).

Encore Stage & Studio is delighted to announce Susan A. Keady and Jim Clancy as co-directors for this production. Susan A. Keady, a native Washingtonian, directs productions, has taught classes, and continues to design, develop, and implement Encore programs and productions. She worked at George Washington University for 16 years where she was an adjunct professor guest lecturer in the Theatre Department. A member of the Screen Actors Guild, Susan works on local film projects. She has worked on the AMC Drama TURN: George Washington’s Spies, Showtime’s Homeland, and HBO’s VEEP. Susan collaborated and directed over 100 episodes of a multi-award winning radio show, which garnered her a Peabody for her meritorious contribution as director. In addition to other awards, she collected the American Association of University Professor Elizabeth Campbell award for her work with Encore. Jim Clancy has been an active volunteer in the tech shop and on the Encore Board of Directors for many years. This is his eighth show teaching stage combat, and his second as co-director.

Joining Keady and Clancy on the production team are Matthew Heap (Composer and Playwright) Kristen Jepperson (Set Designer/Builder and Technical Director), Debra Leonard (Costume Designer and Make-up Designer), Kevin Curry (Sound Consultant), Gary Hauptman (Lighting Director), Amanda Nell (Props Manager), Kyla McLaughlin (Props/Set Dressing Designer), and Jack Ploetz (Student Set Designer).

Performance Dates and Showtimes:
Fridays, February 28 and March 6, 2020 at 7:30pm
Saturdays, February 29 and March 7, 2020 at 11am and 3pm
Sundays, March 1 and 8, 2020 at 3pm

Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased at www.encorestage.org or by calling our box office (703) 548-1154. Tickets are $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors. Group discounts are available for $9 per ticket for a group of 10 or more.

About Encore Stage & Studio “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!” Founded in 1967, Encore Stage & Studio’s mission is to build a lifelong appreciation for live theatre by involving young people in all aspects of theatre arts –onstage, backstage, in the classroom, and in the audience. Encore Stage & Studio is a national leader in theater by and for young people. We engage kids on both sides of the curtain, meeting them at their level to help them learn, grow and succeed. Encore provides inclusive opportunities for a diverse community of future thinkers, creators, and leaders. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity. We believe that participating in live theatre builds problem-solving skills, teamwork, creativity, literacy, and self-confidence. We are cultivating the next generation of active and engaged art lovers.

MEDIA ADVISORY

Encore Stage & Studio presents The Three Musketeers

WHO: Encore Stage & Studio—Theatre by Kids, for Kids!

WHAT: The Three Musketeers

WHEN: February 28-March 8, 2020
Performance Dates and Showtimes:
Fridays, February 28 and March 6, 2020 at 7:30pm
Saturdays, February 29 and March 7, 2020 at 11am and 3pm
Sundays, March 1 and 8, 2020 at 3pm

WHERE: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre
125 S. Glebe Rd Arlington, VA 22204

WHY: This story is set in 17th-century France, a poor young nobleman named D’Artagnan leaves home to join the famous Musketeers of the Guard – defenders of the King and masters of the rapier! On his journey, D’Artagnan befriends three famous Musketeers: Athos, Porthos, and Aramis. As the foursome roams the countryside, they encounter a dastardly plot to kidnap the King’s favorite dog…and realize they’ll need the help of three swashbuckling ladies to save the day. Recommended for ages 6 and older.

TICKETS: $15 for Adults, $12 for Children, Students, Military, and Seniors. Group discounts are available. Tickets are available online at www.encorestage.org or by calling the box office at (703) 548-1154.

KEYWORDS: children’s theatre, performing arts, Arlington, Northern Virginia, cast, crew, drama, acting, family-friendly entertainment, play, theatre by kids for kids, young performers, DC Metropolitan area, kid-friendly, comedy, live theatre, musical, things to do

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PRESS RELEASE

Encore Stage & Studio proudly presents CSI: Christmas Scene Investigators
Production runs December 6-15, 2019

Arlington, VA –Encore Stage & Studio proudly presents CSI: Christmas Scene Investigators, running December 6-15, 2019 at Gunston Arts Center – Theatre Two (2700 S. Lang St. Arlington, VA 22206). Santa Claus is missing! During the last rehearsal for the annual Christmas Show, the action comes to a screeching halt when the cast discovers that the Santa Claus statue has been stolen! Mrs. Dickens calls in the Clue Club — a group of ambitious and eccentric students who take mystery and detection into the realm of science. Full of more surprises than a fruitcake, the Clue Club finds they have successfully fulfilled their duty as “Christmas Scene Investigators” when they discover the true meaning of Christmas. We recommend this production for ages 4 and older.
Encore Stage & Studio is delighted to announce Amanda Nell as director for this production. “If you like mystery, intrigue, and suspense, this show hits all the right notes,” says Amanda Nell. “There are some twists and surprises that you won’t see coming!” Amanda Nell graduated from Muhlenberg College with a BA in Directing for Theatre and Psychology. She has theatrical experience in nearly all aspects of a show – as a performer, fight captain, props master, and director. Amanda is also the props manager for this production. Her most recent Encore credits include: Assistant Director (The Enchanted Bookshop), Co-Director (The Talented Clementine, world premiere production), and Finch in Encore’s summer production of Disney’s Newsies.
Joining Amanda Nell on the production team are Patrick McGee (Assistant Director), Matthew Heap (Composer and Sound Effects), Kristen Jepperson (Set Designer/Builder and Technical Director), Debra Leonard (Costume Designer and Make-up Designer), Gary Hauptman (Lighting Director), and Kyla McLaughlin (Props/Set Dressing Designer).

Performance Dates and Showtimes:
Fridays, December 6 and 13, 2019 at 7:30pm
Saturdays, December 7 and 14, 2019 at 11am and 3pm
Sundays, December 8 and 15, 2019 at 3pm

Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased at www.encorestage.org or by calling box office at (703) 548-1154. Tickets are General Admission $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors. Group discounts are available for $9 per ticket for a group of 10 or more.
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About Encore Stage & Studio “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!” Founded in 1967, Encore Stage & Studio’s mission is to build a lifelong appreciation for live theatre by involving young people in all aspects of theatre arts –onstage, backstage, in the classroom, and in the audience. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is a national leader in theater by and for young people. We engage kids on both sides of the curtain, meeting them at their level to help them learn, grow and succeed. Encore provides inclusive opportunities for a diverse community of future thinkers, creators and leaders. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity. We believe that participating in live theatre builds problem-solving skills, teamwork, creativity, literacy, and self-confidence. We are cultivating the next generation of active and engaged art lovers.

Encore Stage & Studio is honored to be recognized as one of the best local nonprofits by the 2019/2020 Catalogue for Philanthropy of Greater Washington. Encore Stage & Studio’s 2019/2020 season is supported in part by the Virginia Commission for the Arts, the National Endowment for the Arts, and the Arlington Cultural Affairs Division of Arlington Economic Development, and the Arlington Commission for the Arts.
For more information visit www.encorestage.org | (703) 548-1154 | 4000 Lorcom Ln, VA 22207

MEDIA ADVISORY

Encore Stage & Studio presents CSI: Christmas Scene Investigators

WHO: Encore Stage & Studio—Theatre by Kids, for Kids!

WHAT: CSI: Christmas Scene Investigators

WHEN: December 6-15, 2019

Performance Dates and Showtimes:
Fridays, December 6 and 13, 2019 at 7:30pm
Saturdays, December 7 and 14, 2019 at 11am and 3pm
Sundays, December 8 and 15, 2019 at 3pm

WHERE: Gunston Arts Center – Theatre Two
2700 S. Lang St. Arlington, VA 22206

WHY: Santa Claus is missing! During the last rehearsal for the annual Christmas Show, the action comes to a screeching halt when the cast discovers that the Santa Claus statue has been stolen! Mrs. Dickens calls in the Clue Club — a group of ambitious and eccentric students who take mystery and detection into the realm of science. Full of more surprises than a fruitcake, the Clue Club finds they have successfully fulfilled their duty as “Christmas Scene Investigators” when they discover the true meaning of Christmas. We recommend this production for ages 4 and older.

TICKETS: General Admission $15 for Adults, $12 for Children, Students, Military, and Seniors. Group discounts are available. Tickets are available online at www.encorestage.org or by calling the box office at (703) 548-1154.

KEYWORDS: children’s theatre, performing arts, Arlington, Northern Virginia, cast, crew, drama, acting, family-friendly entertainment, play, theatre by kids for kids, young performers, DC Metropolitan area, kid-friendly, comedy, live theatre, musical, things to do

PRESS RELEASE

Encore Stage & Studio proudly presents its production of Disney’s Frozen Jr
Production runs October 11-20, 2019

Arlington, VA – A story of true love and acceptance between sisters, Frozen Jr. takes us on a journey between Princesses Anna and Elsa. When faced with obstacles, the two discover their hidden potential and the powerful bond of sisterhood. With a cast of beloved characters and loaded with magic, adventure, and plenty of humor, Frozen Jr. is sure to thaw even the coldest heart! Encore Stage & Studio proudly presents its production of Disney’s Frozen Jr. running October 11-20, 2019 at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, Virginia 22204). This musical is recommended for ages 4 and up.

Encore Stage & Studio is delighted to announce Sarah Conrad as director for this production. “The audience can look forward to exciting magical moments, in addition to characters they will feel a connection with,” says Sarah Conrad. “There are a number of catchy songs so you’ll be sure to have the music running through your head days after you see the show!” Sarah Conrad holds a BA in English and a BS in Elementary Education from Mount St. Mary’s University and a M.Ed in Curriculum and Instruction in Reading Education with a Reading Specialist Certificate from the University of Virginia. Her dance background includes training in Classical Ballet under the instruction of Margaret Haddad for 18 years and in Neo-Classical Ballet through a Pre-Professional Residency Program with the Dance Theater of Harlem for four years.

Joining Sarah Conrad on the production team are Sarah Markovits (Music Director), Kristen Jepperson (Set Designer/Builder and Technical Director), Debra Leonard (Costume Designer and Make-up Designer), Kevin Curry (Sound Consultant), Gary Hauptman (Lighting Director), Amanda Nell (Co-Props/Set Dressing Designer), Kyla McLaughlin (Co-Props/Set Dressing Designer), and Matthew Bloss-Baum (Student Set Designer).

Performance Dates and Showtimes:
Friday, October 11, 2019 at 7:30pm
Saturday, October 12 and 19, 2019 at 11am and 3pm
Sunday, October 13 and 20, 2019 at 3pm
Thursday, October 17, 2019 at 7:30pm
Encore Stage & Studio will host its Princess Ball on Saturday, October 19, 2019, following the 11am performance. Families are encouraged to dress up in their royal best and make their theatre experience a lasting family memory! Join Encore for sweets and treats, fun arts and crafts, and a chance to interact with the cast of Frozen Jr.

Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased at www.encorestage.org or by calling our box office (703) 548-1154. Tickets are $15 for Adults; $12 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors. Group discounts are available for $9 per ticket for a group of 10 or more. Princess Ball tickets are $20, available as an add-on for the 11am performance.

About Encore Stage & Studio “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!” Founded in 1967, Encore Stage & Studio’s mission is to build a lifelong appreciation for live theatre by involving young people in all aspects of theatre arts –onstage, backstage, in the classroom, and in the audience. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity. We believe that participating in live theatre builds problem-solving skills, teamwork, creativity, literacy, and self-confidence. We are cultivating the next generation of active and engaged art lovers.

PRESS RELEASE

Encore Stage & Studio announces Fall Open House and 2019/2020
theatre classes and holiday mini camps

Arlington, VA –Explore the world of theatre this fall with Encore Stage & Studio! Encore offers classes at Encore’s Main Campus (4000 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207) and Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204). Preschoolers through 12th graders can try out acting or hone their dance skills. Fall schedule and registration are available online at www.encorestage.org.

Encore Stage & Studio invites families in the community to its Fall Open House on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 10am-12pm. Students will experience 30-minute sample classes of Encore’s various upcoming fall classes. Parents and students will have the opportunity to meet teaching artists and Encore staff, as well as register for Early and Late Fall classes.

Fall Open House Schedule – September 21, 2019
10:00 am – 10:15 am: Meet and Greet
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Stories & Fairytales (Ages 3-5)
10:15 am – 10:45 am: Adventures in Narnia (Grades 2-3)
10:45 am – 11:15 am: Meet and Greet + Registration
11:15 am – 11:45 am: Best of Broadway (Grades 4-5)
11:15 am – 11:45 am: Adventures with Clifford (Ages 3-5)
11:15 am – 11:45 am: Fairytale Fun (Grades K-1)
11:45 am – 12:00 pm: Registration in the Parents’ Lounge
Encore’s Main Campus
4000 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207
Registration is free and recommended in advance to guarantee a spot in your favorite classes.

In addition to classes, Encore is pleased to offer holiday mini camps for students in Kindergarten – 2nd grade and Play in Day for grades 3 through 5, on days when Arlington and Fairfax Public Schools are closed. Camp hours are 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. with available extended hours. Camps are located at Encore’s Main Campus (4000 Lorcom Lane Arlington, VA 22207).

Encore Stage & Studio Fall Classes:
Encore Stage & Studio offers learning opportunities for students in kindergarten through 12. For our youngest students, we emphasize the excitement of discovering the power of the imagination and how a story can be told on stage. We then move forward by helping students to focus on the creative process; what can they create as a team? As students progress, we ask them to make informed decisions to craft compelling scenes onstage. We refine techniques, help our students to build confidence as performers and people, and challenge them to practice thinking quickly and responding authentically. All of our classes are taught by professional teaching artists, and lessons are designed to fit the skills and interests of the students enrolled. Encore offers group theatre classes, small master classes on a variety of specialized topics for advanced students, and private instruction in the areas of acting, singing, and piano.

Classes for Ages 3-5 (Preschool):

Stories and Fairytales
And they lived happily ever after! But what happened first? This fun class studies a series of favorite fairytale stories chosen especially for our youngest friends, including Little Red Riding Hood, Peter Pan, Jack & the Beanstalk, and more! Develop the confidence of sharing a story with a beginning, middle, and end, while working together as a group. This class may be repeated as new stories and activities are explored each session.

Tuesdays, October 1-22, 2019. Four Class Session. Times: 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm. Fee: $80. Location: Encore’s Main Campus (4000 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207).

Adventures with Clifford
Follow us through a series of adventure stories, designed for our youngest friends, with our trusty companion Clifford the Big Red Dog. Develop the confidence of sharing a story with a beginning, middle, and end, while learning valuable lessons about friendship and working together as a group.
Saturdays, October 5–26, 2019. Four Class Session. Time: 9:00 am – 9:45 am. Fee: $80. Location: Encore’s Main Campus (4000 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207).

Adventures of Rainbow Fish
Follow the beautiful Rainbow Fish, whose scales are every shade of blue, green and purple, as he swims through uncharted waters deep in the ocean. Who will he meet and what will he learn along the way? Join us in this special class series designed specifically for our youngest learners. We’ll explore concepts of friendship and storytelling through music, dance, games, and more!
Saturdays, November 2-December 14, 2019 (No class November 30). Times: 9:00 am – 9:45 am. Fee: $110. Location: Encore’s Main Campus (4000 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207).

Stories & Fairytales (Late Fall)
And they lived happily ever after! But what happened first? Follow us through a series of favorite fairytale stories designed for our youngest friends including Cinderella, Three Little Pigs, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, and more! Develop the confidence of sharing a story with a beginning, middle, and end, while working together as a group. This class may be repeated as new stories and activities come to life each session.
Tuesdays, November 12-December 17, 2019. Times: 4:00 pm – 4:45 pm. Fee: $110. Location: Encore’s Main Campus (4000 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207).

Classes for K-1:

Disney Dance
Get ready for “A Whole New World” as we dance to Disney classics and brand-new hits! From The Lion King to The Little Mermaid, Frozen and Beauty and the Beast, we invite you to “Be Our Guest” as we learn rhythm and movement through your favorite tunes and tales as old as time! This class may be repeated, as different songs are learned each session.
Saturdays, October 5-26, 2019. Four Class Session. Times: 10:00 am – 11:00 am. Fee: $80. Location: Encore’s Main Campus (4000 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207).

Fantastic Voyage
Each week, travel to lands unknown in this fantasy-themed class. Live like royalty, slay dragons, break magic spells, sail the seven seas, blast off to the moon, and live happily ever after as you and your classmates create and act out riveting stories, old and new, working together as a Fantastic crew.
Saturdays, October 5-26, 2019. Four Class Session. Times: 11:15 am – 12:15 pm. Fee: $80. Location: Encore’s Main Campus (4000 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207).

Kids in Motion
Get your body moving in this fun introductory dance class. Learn about storytelling, how to express emotion, and how to work as a team, all through the power of movement!
Saturdays, November 2-December 14, 2019 (No class November 30). Times: 10:00 am – 11:00 am. Fee: $110. Location: Encore’s Main Campus (4000 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207).

Fairytale Fun
Live like a King, Queen, Prince, Princess, or Court Jester for an hour each week with this engaging fairytale-themed class. Slay dragons, break magic spells, and live happily ever after as you and your classmates act out classic stories and even create your own!
Saturdays, November 2-December 14, 2019 (No class November 30). Times: 11:15 am – 12:15 pm. Fee: $110. Location: Encore’s Main Campus (4000 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207).
Classes for Grades 2-3:

Knock, Knock – Who’s There?
Knock, knock. Who’s there? The next comedy superstar – that’s YOU! This class will take comedy to the next level as you learn how to create jokes, then elevate them into skits and short scenes. In this class you’ll explore different types of humor and work as a team. This class may be repeated, as each session is totally unique in student-created content.
Saturdays, October 5–26, 2019. Four Class Session. Times: 10:00 am – 11:00 am. Fee: $80. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Snow Queen Stories
Underneath a cold and snowy exterior lies a heart full of warmth and goodness in Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story of The Snow Queen. We will use this tale and other adaptations, such as Frozen, to develop acting skills. Come prepared to let it go and use your imagination!
Saturdays, October 5-26, 2019. Four Class Session. Times: 11:15 am – 12:15 pm. Fee: $80. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Adventures in Narnia
Step through the wardrobe and explore the thrilling land of C.S. Lewis’s Narnia. Work with your classmates to recreate the fantastical characters, creatures, and conflicts of this imaginary world.
Saturdays, November 2-December 14, 2019 (No class November 30). Times: 10:00 am – 11:00 am. Fee: $110. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Creative Movement
In this fun introductory dance course, students will explore rhythm, tempo and basic movements, including walking, running, galloping, jumping, hopping, skipping, and leaping to music. The class will collaborate to create exciting choreography to share with friends and family.
Saturdays, November 2-December 14, 2019 (No class November 30). Times: 11:15 am – 12:15 pm. Fee: $110. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Classes for Grades 4-5:

Scenes from Encore’s Season
Can’t get enough of Encore from the audience? Here’s your chance to get in on the action! Students will explore characters and themes using scenes from shows being performed as part of Encore’s 2019/2020 season, including Frozen Jr, Narnia, The Three Musketeers, and more. This session is the perfect opportunity for budding actors and eager audience members alike!
Saturdays, October 5-26, 2019. Four Class Session. Times: 10:00 am – 11:00 am. Fee: $80. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Best of Broadway
Do you adore a kick line, dance in your seat, or dream of tapping up 42nd Street? Lace up your dancing shoes and sashay your way onto the stage with Encore! Students will learn fun combinations, as well as basic dance terminology, to set the foundation for years of dance and movement appreciation. With new songs and dance styles taught each session, students are encouraged to repeat this class for new learning opportunities.
Saturdays, October 5-26, 2019. Four Class Session. Times: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm. Fee: $80. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Saturday Showstoppers
Sing and dance your heart out as you learn to captivate an audience in this fast-paced class. Designed to bring together experienced students and beginners, Saturday Showstoppers will help students hone their musical theatre skills through vocal and dance technique. The class will combine the talents of all the students enrolled, and will culminate in a sharing for friends and family on the last day of class.
Saturdays, November 2-December 14, 2019 (No class November 30). Times: 10:00 am – 11:00 am. Fee: $110. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

And…Action!
Have you ever read a scene and wanted a different outcome? Now is your time to become a playwright and create your own scene. Collaborate with your classmates to write and direct scenes, both new and reimagined, in this engaging new class.
Saturdays, November 2-December 14, 2019 (No class November 30). Times: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm. Fee: $110. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Bring the House Down
This acting class is accented with humor! Students will learn the basics of acting in comedies and creating funny characters. Explore different styles of comedic humor, choose funny scripts or stories, and create scenes together as you develop the craft of “Bringing Down the House!”
Wednesdays, November 6-December 18, 2019 (No class November 27). Times: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Fee: $110. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Classes for Grades 6-8:

Supernatural Shakespeare
“Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and caldron bubble.” Love Shakespeare’s ghosts and witches? Things that go bump in the night? Mysterious apparitions? This is the class for you. This fall, we will delve in to the supernatural plays of Shakespeare. We’ll tackle the language of the Bard with easy to understand methods while exploring the eerie and fascinating characters within his plays. Join us…if you dare.
Mondays, September 23-November 4, 2019 (No Class October 14). Six Class Session. Times: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Fee: $110. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Broadway Musicals
This high-energy class will enhance and refine your singing, dancing, and acting skills to get you ready for any audition, performance, or class. Working with classic musical theatre songs, this class will help both beginning and experienced students to focus on vocals, choreography, and ensemble work as we build toward a theatrical final sharing.
Grades 6-12. Mondays, September 23-November 4, 2019 (No Class October 14). Six Class Session. Times: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Fee: $135. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Classic Villains
Delve into the mind and dastardly deeds of a villain! Actors will inhabit some of the most nefarious villains in theatrical history or those of your own creation. Discover how much fun it can be to play a literary bad guy as you develop backstories, hatch scandalous schemes, and don disguises. This class offers even the most experienced actors the chance to break the mold and create fun and interesting characters.
Saturdays, October 5-26, 2019. Four Class Session. Times: 11:15 am – 12:15 pm. Fee: $80. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

The Actor Creates
This next-level series of classes is designed to elevate actors’ ability to create unique and specific characters. There will be a focus on imagination and creativity, with special attention to using the voice and body as instruments. Actors of any experience level will benefit from this training.
Saturdays, October 5-26, 2019. Four Class Session. Times: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm. Fee: $80. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Friends vs. Foes (Stage Combat Lvl 1)
Learn why characters fight and how actors stay safe as you explore techniques for onstage hand-to-hand combat choreography with our professional teaching staff. No previous acting or combat experience is required. This is a Level 1 stage combat class.
Saturdays, November 2-December 14, 2019 (No class November 30). Times: 11:15 am – 12:15 pm. Fee: $110. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).
Broadway Melody
Do you dream of performing in musicals? Learn the impact you can have on an audience when you amaze with your beautiful voice while also dazzling with your outstanding acting abilities. This class will focus on how a performer can tell a story and convey a character through song. Both beginners and more experienced students are welcome. Interested students are encouraged to repeat the course, as different music will be covered each season.
Saturdays, November 2-December 14, 2019 (No class November 30). Times: 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm. Fee: $110. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Tragedy vs. Comedy
Shakespeare’s plays are among the best-known works of literature in the world, and Encore wants to give you a chance to get in on the classical action! Get up close and personal with Shakespeare’s characters and themes as you work to bring classic texts to life. Whether you’re portraying royalty or ruffians, a knight or an inn-keeper, you’re sure to uncover some remarkable scenes as you explore the emotional extremes of the Bard’s works.
Mondays, November 18 – December 16, 2019. Times: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Fee: $90. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Your Best Audition
Learn techniques to help make your next audition a fun and relaxed breeze. You’ll learn how to find the auditions that are best for you, how to prepare audition materials, how to pack, and so much more. As we hope to move quickly beyond the basics, some previous experience with acting is recommended.
Grades 6-12. Mondays, November 18 – December 16, 2019. Times: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Fee: $115. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Classes for Grades 9-12:

Broadway Musicals
This high-energy class will enhance and refine your singing, dancing, and acting skills to get you ready for any audition, performance, or class. Working with classic musical theatre songs, this class will help both beginning and experienced students to focus on vocals, choreography, and ensemble work as we build toward a theatrical final sharing.
Grades 6-12. Mondays, September 23–November 4, 2019 (No Class October 14). Six Class Session. Times: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Fee: $115. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Your Best Audition
Learn techniques to help make your next audition a fun and relaxed breeze. You’ll learn how to find the auditions that are best for you, how to prepare audition materials, how to pack, and so much more. As we hope to move quickly beyond the basics, some previous experience with acting is recommended.
Grades 6-12. Mondays, November 18 – December 16, 2019. Times: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm. Fee: $115. Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S Old Glebe Rd, Arlington, VA 22204).

Private Voice, Acting, and Piano Lessons
Private lessons are available to students in all stages of learning, from beginners to experienced performers. Lessons are a great way to get customized, one-on-one instruction from an expert, to prepare for an audition or performance, to hone your skills as an artist, or to simply learn more about the performing arts!
Tuition for private lessons is $75/hour. We ask that students commit to four or eight lessons at a time, which must be paid for in advance. All lessons are held at Encore’s Main Campus (4000 Lorcom Lane, Arlington, VA 22207).

Holiday Mini Camps and Play in a Day :
When school is on a short vacation, Encore will take students grades K-2 on an adventure filled trip –into literary destinations! Students will enjoy a day of theatre activities and games, crafts, and fun in a safe and supportive environment.

Are you ready for a challenge? Students in 3rd – 5th grade will work together to create a brand new play in just one camp day! Using their imaginations, students will develop the script and story, create the setting, and star in the show. This never before seen production will be performed at the end of the day for family and friends.

Students must bring a brown bag lunch. Healthy snack will be provided. Camp hours are 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Fee: $75. Extended hours are available 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. and 3 –5 p.m. for an additional $10 for AM and $15 for PM.

October 24 (APS Parent/Teacher Conferences) – Curse of the Wererabbit
October 25 (APS Parent/Teacher Conferences) – Monsters University
November 4 (FCPS Student Holiday) – Coco
November 5 (Election Day) – Ralph Breaks the Internet
November 27 (Thanksgiving) – Charlie Brown’s Thanksgiving
January 3 (APS + FCPS Winter Break) – Narnia
January 20 (MLK Day) – Frozen
January 27 (FCPS Student Holiday) – King Arthur
January 28 (FCPS Student Holiday) – Enchanted
January 31 (APS Grade Prep) – Enchanted
March 3 (FCPS Student Holiday) – Hercules
March 5 (APS Parent/Teacher Conferences) – How to Train Your Dragon
March 6 (APS Parent/Teacher Conferences) – Matilda

APS = Arlington Public Schools; FCPS = Fairfax County Public Schools

*All camp dates, themes, and locations are subject to change.*

About Encore Stage & Studio: “Theatre by kids, for kids!” For over 50 years, Encore Stage & Studio has given children in Arlington an opportunity to grow and discover themselves through theatre: onstage, backstage, in the classroom, and in the audience. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity. We believe that participating in live theatre builds problem-solving skills, teamwork, creativity, literacy, and self-confidence. We are cultivating the next generation of active and engaged art lovers.