5 Fantastic June Highlights
In case you haven’t heard, June is “bustin’ out all over.” As we head into the weekend, we’re happy to look back at what this first month of summer has held for Encore. We’re even more excited to share with our readers all the fun and adventure that await us in the coming months.
Although it made last month’s highlights as well, we’re still over the moon about our Homecoming Season Reveal that took place on June 2nd. For the 2019/2020, Encore Stage & Studio will be returning to our home of Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre. Single tickets won’t be on sale until later this summer, but you can guarantee your best seats (and score some awesome Encore swag) by becoming a Season Member today. Purchasing a Membership is a huge and significant way to demonstrate your love for Encore and your trust that we will produce a season of quality productions.
Make New Friends and Keep the Old
With summer getting off to a running start this month, Encore saw many faces, new and returning alike. Camp training on June 5th brought together our wonderful team of camp directors, teaching artists, and camp aides as we prepared for an amazing #EncoreSummer. We also have six talented and creative interns joining us in various departments: Education, Marketing, and Production. Did you miss our interview with this year’s Arts Management intern, Brian? Click here to check it out!
On the Road Again
June brought Encore staff and students an exciting new opportunity – taking a production on tour! After two weekends of amazing shows, our world premiere of The Talented Clementine, based on the young readers’ series by Sara Pennypacker, got to travel to Little Washington, Virginia. The cast performed in the Theatre at Little Washington on June 15th, adding yet another first to this cast’s series of accomplishments and sharing the magic of “Theatre by kids for kids” with a whole new community.
Ready to rack up some accomplishments of your own? Check out the link for audition dates for Encore’s 2019/2020, then be sure to share on Instagram which shows you’re going out for! (Tag us @EncoreArlington!)
Off to the Races
Two weeks of summer camp have already flown by and we’re buzzing with excitement about everything that’s to come! Is your favorite camp close to selling out? Click here to find out!
Makin’ Front Page News
The cast of Newsies is hard at work, learning lines, drilling harmonies, and cleaning intricate dance numbers. From gorgeous notes to intense dance numbers, gorgeous costumes to unforgettable tunes, you won’t want to miss this show. “Seize the day” and buy your tickets now!
Photos by Aileen Pangan Christian, Alana Gibson, and Gemma Roberts. Graphic designs by Aileen Pangan Christian. Instagram template designed by Gemma Roberts. Blog contribution by Shannon McCarthy.
#EncoreSummer By the Numbers
Gather round the campfire, bust out the popsicles, and jump in the deep end, because summer is officially here! In today’s #TechTuesday, we’re breaking down the summer by the numbers, including which camps are getting close to selling out – so tune in, scroll down, and get ready to have a summer that’s a full 10 out of 10.
Set in turn-of-the century New York City, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a band of teenaged “newsies.” When titans of publishing raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack rallies newsies from across the city to strike against the unfair conditions and fight for what’s right!
58 Summer Staff Members
The saying goes that “it takes a village to raise a child.” If that’s the case, it takes at least a small suburb to run a summer of educational programming:
6 Camp Directors
4 Locations
20 Teaching Artists
7 Interns (1 Stage Management, 5 Education, 1 Arts Management)
25 Camp Aides
Countless parents, siblings, friends, and more
25 Unique Camp Opportunities
From musical theatre fans to Shakespeare buffs, the smallest theatre explorer to the most experienced young actor, our #EncoreSummer has something to offer each student. With one, two, and three-week programming, there’s a way to fit “Theatre by kids, for kids” into the lives of your family this season.
11 weeks of It’s Elementary
5 weeks of Pre-K – NEW!
11 weeks of Scenes for Tweens
6 weeks of Stage Door
6 weeks of Tech Camp
3 weeks of Center Stage – NEW!
16 Early Childhood Opportunities
46 It’s Elementary Openings
17 Chances to Make Scenes (with) Tweens
1 Chance to Join in on the Stage Door/Tech Camp Fun
July 22-August 9, 2019: Tech Camp: Mary Poppins Jr. – 1 spot
From Encore’s many camps to our epic summer musical, community performances at Lubber Run, and more, there’s an adventure waiting for every theatre explorer! We can’t wait to celebrate the summer season with our Encore family, so don’t be a stranger. Questions? Give us a call at 703-548-1154 or shoot us an email at info@encorestage.org. Happy summer!
Photos by Aileen Pangan Christian, Rebecca Pfeil, and Connie Polnow. Blog contribution by Shannon McCarthy.
Your 2019 #EncoreSummer Bucket List
Greetings, Encore friends! With our first two camps starting on Monday, summer has most definitely arrived here at Encore. Our summer is jam-packed with wonderful events and opportunities, so we here at The Front Row have created a quick and easy #EncoreSummer Bucket List to get you started:
Haven’t signed up for summer camp yet? Well, you’re in luck, because we still have availability in many of our programs, especially for ages 3-5, 5-9, and 8-12! With a selection of one- and two-week programs, there’s an awesome camp adventure for every camper and schedule.
Catch the Headlines
Our Newsies cast is hard at work, drilling harmonies, memorizing lines, and tapping away every day to get one step closer to perfection. Our staff is certainly filled with anticipation. “Waitin’ makes me antsy,” so be sure to get your tickets to this energetic musical today.
Join the Team
With the announcement of Encore’s 2019/2020 Homecoming Season, we’re in recruitment mode. We’re looking for audience members with the loudest laughs, the strongest claps, and the biggest smiles. Think you’ll make the cut? Your chances will be even better from the best seats in the house, so become a Member today! Plus, you’ll score a sweet Members-only Encore tote bag.
Take In a Show
Can’t get enough of theatre? We’ve got four more productions coming your way this summer, courtesy of our Stage Door and Center Stage camp programs: Willy Wonka Jr, Sense and Sensibility, Mary Poppins Jr, and Into the Woods Jr. Grab a friend and come out to support “Theatre by kids, for kids!”
Let It Go
In case you haven’t heard, we’re more excited than a rock troll and a reindeer to be producing Disney’s Frozen Jr. next season. Mark your calendars for auditions, August 5 & 6, 2019!
Stay in the Loop
Already looking beyond summer? We’ve got you covered. Be sure to sign up for our email list to receive notice when our fall theatre classes go on sale. We’ve got some new and engaging classes and themes in the works; you won’t want to miss out.
From all of us here at Encore, we wish you the best summer possible. Tag us (@EncoreArlington) in your adventures as you work to complete your #EncoreSummer Bucket List – we can’t wait to see where this summer takes you!
Photos by Connie Polnow, Larry McClemons, Haley Olivenbaum, Aileen Pangan Christian, and Cindy Kane Photography. Encore jerseys designed and created by 2018/2019 Arts Apprentice Alana Gibson. Blog contribution by Shannon McCarthy.
May’s Marvelous Highlights
Spring Classes Took a Bow
After a year of awesome theatre classes here at Encore’s Main Campus, ranging from Broadway to Shakespeare and comedy to play writing, our Spring session wrapped up with many wonderful sharings for families and friends. Our 2019/2020 roster of classes will be announced later this summer, so be sure to sign up for our email newsletter to stay in the loop.
Rocket Woman Blasts Off…Until This Summer
Encore’s newest Theatre for the Very Young production had a fantastic final weekend of shows, closing out to large audiences full of enthusiastic space explorers. Be sure to catch Encore’s Theatre for the Very Young special presentations as part of Lubber Run’s free concert series this summer.
Making Headlines
Last month saw over 90 potential newsies come out to audition for the summer production, with over 20 people auditioning for crew. With such a great selection to choose from, this production is jam packed with talent. Rehearsals are already well underway, so be sure to get your tickets today!
Teachers Gonna Teach
This May, Encore celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week with a special ticket offer to honor the educators that brighten all of our lives. Looking for the perfect end of the school year gift for the teachers in your life? Consider giving them the gift of “Theatre by kids, for kids” with an Encore gift certificate!
Celebrating Rosemarie with a Disney Villains theme day!
So Long, Farewell
This month we bid a fond farewell to Encore’s first-ever Development Associate, Rosemarie O’Connor. Starting with Encore as a show participant, learning through a summer internship, and going on to grow Encore’s grant funding and donor relations, Rosemarie has certainly been a vital part of our organization. With her sunshiny smile, love of puns, and flawless sense of style, she will definitely be missed.
We Are the Champions
For the second year in a row, Encore Stage & Studio is honored to be recognized by the Arlington Partnership for Children, Youth and Families. Artistic Director Susan Keady was named a Connect with Kids Champion in 2018. This year, Encore as an organization was named a Do for Kids Champion, with Aileen Christian, A.K. Nell, and Sara Duke all receiving notable mentions in the nomination process. We’re so grateful for everyone who supports Encore and allows us to further connect within our community.
Another Opening, Another Show
The last day of May brought a much anticipated moment: the world-premiere opening night of The Talented Clementine! Opening night buzzed with excitement during our pre-show celebration, while author Sara Pennypacker met patrons and graciously signed copies of her books. The cast certainly let their talents shine as they dazzled our enthusiastic crowd. Haven’t seen the show yet? You have one weekend of local performances left, followed by a special touring event, so don’t wait!
Psst…
Although the event technically happened on June 2nd, we just can’t contain our excitement: Encore’s 2019/2020 Homecoming Season has been revealed! Check it out right here on The Front Row, then show some hustle and sign up for an Encore Membership. You’ll be able to choose your seats before anyone else, plus you’ll receive an exclusive Encore tote!
Photos by Aileen Pangan Christian, Alana Gibson, and Cindy Kane Photography. Encore jerseys designed and created by 2018/2019 Arts Apprentice Alana Gibson. Blog contribution by Shannon McCarthy.
The Parents Speak: Encore Education
Happy #FrontRowFriday, Encore family! With a lovely long weekend ahead of us, we can’t help but dream of fun summer days. While camp planning is definitely underway, we’re missing just one thing…YOU! We’ve still got camp opportunities available for ages 3 through 15 and would love to have you (or your children) join us. Read on to hear from other parents about their Encore Education experiences:
We love Encore’s programs and hope to have all of our children participate in the future! – Parent, Late Fall Classes
Everyone was awesome, very welcoming to our daughter. Thanks again! – Parent, Winter Classes
Encore staff is top-notch. – Parent, Play in a Day Camp
My child liked that the instructor made my child feel welcome and part of a community. – Parent, Late Fall Classes
When I listened to my son’s monologue during the last class it felt like he was another child. He was way more self assured than he typically appears. He was very motivated, very disciplined. – Parent, Late Fall Classes
It was a wonderful camp. My daughter had an amazing time and said it was the highlight of her summer. In addition, the production was fantastic. Everyone clearly worked extremely hard. Bravo!! – Parent, Summer Camp
Truly this camp far exceeded my own (and my daughter’s expectations). It was really special! Thank you so much. – Parent, Summer Camp
[My child] seems to become more and more comfortable on stage and has gotten better at projecting her voice. The entire camp encourages her creativity. – Parent, It’s Elementary
Love the camp!! My daughter is already talking about going back next year… The camp is a great program –very motivational for the kids, lots of encouragement. – Parent, It’s Elementary
For Ages 3-5:
June 24-28, 2019 – Lessons from Mr. Rogers–Just 2 spots left!
July 1-5, 2019 (No camp July 4th) – Circus Fun
July 15-19, 2019 – Crowns & Castles –SOLD OUT!
July 29-August 2, 2019 – Down on the Farm–Just 4 spots left!
August 12-16, 2019 – Olympic Champions
For Ages 5-9:
Two-Week Programs
July 8-19, 2019 – Space Pirates and Shooting Stars
July 22-August 2, 2019 – Under the Sea–Just 7 spots left!
August 12-23, 2019 – Fairies, Gnomes, & Mythical Creatures
For Ages 8-12:
One-Week Programs
June 17 – 21, 2019 – Movie Mash-up–Just 7 spots left!
June 24 – 28, 2019 – Summer Stories–Just 6 spots left!
July 1 – 5, 2019 (No camp July 4) – Encore’s Season Sampler
August 19 – 23, 2019 – Improv-a-thon–SOLD OUT!
August 26 – 30, 2019 – Summer Nights Live–Just 7 spots left!
Two-Week Programs
July 8 – 19, 2019 – Broadway Bootcamp–SOLD OUT!
July 22 – August 2, 2019 – Tragedy vs. Comedy–SOLD OUT!
August 5 – 16, 2019 – Shakespeare’s Love & Laughter
For Ages 11-15:
July 8 – 19, 2019 – Willy Wonka Jr.–Stage Door sold out, 2 spots left for Tech Camp!
July 22 – August 2, 2019 – Sense & Sensibility–SOLD OUT!
August 5 – 16, 2019 – Mary Poppins Jr. –Stage Door sold out, 2 spots left for Tech Camp!
Photos by Aileen Pangan Christian, Connie Polnow, Clarence Chan, and Larry McClemons. Blog contribution by Shannon McCarthy.
A Pre-K Q&A w/ Madaline Langston
Greetings, Encore fans! With auditions for Newsies underway (one last chance tonight!), thoughts of summer are saturating the atmosphere here at Encore Stage & Studio. This year, we’re excited to launch a new summer camp program, exclusively for ages 3-5. We’ve been having such a blast in our Early Childhood classes that we didn’t want the fun to end over the summer. As with anything new, you may have some questions about this new camp program. Fear not! We’ve got Camp Director Madaline Langston here on The Front Row to answer some of the most frequently asked questions we’ve heard so far:
Q: Will my preschooler be at camp all day?
A: As this will be the first camp experience for most of our students, we want the week to be calm as possible. The camp day will run from 9 AM – 12 PM.
Q: Will you accept students younger than age three?
A: We are unable to accept students younger than age three. Children under the age of three are welcome in our Early Childhood classes on Tuesday mornings from 10:30 am-11:15 am, up until our final class for the year on June 11th.
Q: Do you provide snack for campers?
A: We do not provide snack for our summer programs. Snack and lunch should be packed by the student’s family, and should be peanut-free. Please remember to pack a water bottle!
Q: Does my child need to be toilet trained?
A: All participants must be toilet trained. A toilet trained child wears underwear during the day, uses the bathroom independently, and indicates the need to use the bathroom.
Q: What is the class size for this new preschool program?
A: Ten students.
Q: Are your employees CPR/First Aid certified?
A: Our camp directors are all CPR/AED/First Aid Certified. Many of our teaching artists are as well.
Q: My child is five. Should I enroll them in this camp or an It’s Elementary program?
A: Parents know their children best: If your child is new to camp or a large group interaction, perhaps our three hour camp experience is where you may want to begin. If considering It’s Elementary, and you know that your child may need a nap in the middle of the day, a half-day option of It’s Elementary could be a better choice for your child.
Q: How should my child dress for camp?
A: Campers should dress to move. If wearing a skirt or dress, please wear shorts. We ask that all campers wear closed-toe shoes. Rooms can vary on temperatures, so it is suggested that campers bring a sweater or jacket to class.
Thank you for sharing about our brand-new program, Madaline! Got questions we didn’t cover? Please give us a call at 703-548-1154, Monday-Friday, 10 AM – 6 PM.
Summer Camps for Ages 3-5
June 24-28, 2019 – Lessons from Mr. Rogers–Just 5 spots left!
July 1-5, 2019 (No camp July 4th) – Circus Fun
July 15-19, 2019 – Crowns & Castles –SOLD OUT!
July 29-August 2, 2019 – Down on the Farm–Just 6 spots left!
August 12-16, 2019 – Olympic Champions
Photos by Shannon McCarthy and Aileen Pangan Christian. Blog contribution by Madaline Langston. Edited by Shannon McCarthy.
#TechTuesday with Scenes for Tween’s Seth Rosenke
Whether you long to write your own plays, swash buckle into battle, or belt it out like a Broadway star, this summer’s Scenes for Tweens line-up has a theatre adventure for you. Today we’re chatting with S4T Camp Director, Mr. Seth Rosenke:
Encore: Please briefly introduce yourself: What’s your background in theatre? How long have you worked at Encore and in which capacities?
Seth: I’ve been acting actively for 18 years. I hold an MFA in Acting from The Catholic University of America. I have been with Encore since the summer of 2013, where I started as an Education Intern. I have grown in my capacity with the company into a Teaching Artist and Camp Director for Scenes for Tweens.
Encore: What is the most interesting aspect of Scenes for Tweens summer camps?
Seth: I strive to imbue a sense of independent artistic voice in the students, allowing them to bring their own ideas to the stage and teaching them how to activate those ideas to aid in telling the story. I also strive to give students the skills to communicate those ideas in a collaborative fashion with their castmates and instructors. Essentially, the most interesting aspect of Scenes for Tweens is the ability to incept and collaborate.
Encore: What is your favorite #EncoreSummer memory?
Seth: I’ll reference question two. During the first ever Tragedy vs. Comedy camp, the students adapted two versions of Peter Pan for the stage, including a tragic version. When Tinkerbell died in the tragic version, the audience knew to clap to “bring her back”…but as part of the story, our Tink didn’t come back. Watching the actor playing Tink try to keep it together as the audience clapped, then started laughing alongside her was deeply rewarding!
Encore: In your opinion, why are the performing arts important for young people?
Seth: Theatre is where I learned some of the most important lifelong lessons I’ve ever learned, like humility, collaboration, and independent thinking. I have witnessed and experienced the impact the performing arts can have on one’s own voice, and it is my solemn goal to help each student of mine find theirs.
Encore: What are you most excited about for Scenes for Tweens 2019?
Seth: It’s always the same answer, every summer: the new ideas the young performers will expose me to. Also: Shakespeare camp!
Thank you again to Mr. Seth for sharing his experiences with us. Join us at Scenes for Tweens this summer to find your voice, explore diverse topics, and, most importantly, have a blast!
Scenes for Tweens Camps (Ages 8-12)
One-Week Programs:
June 17 – 21, 2019 – Movie Mash-up
June 24 – 28, 2019 – Summer Stories
July 1 – 5, 2019 (No camp July 4) – Encore’s Season Sampler
August 19 – 23, 2019 – Improv-a-thon–SOLD OUT!
August 26 – 30, 2019 – Summer Nights Live
$350
$280 for Encore’s Season Sampler
Two-Week Programs:
July 8 – 19, 2019 – Broadway Bootcamp–SOLD OUT!
July 22 – August 2, 2019 – Tragedy vs. Comedy–SOLD OUT!
August 5 – 16, 2019 – Shakespeare’s Love & Laughter
3 Spots & 3 Reasons: Tech Camp w/ Rebecca Pfeil
Welcome to another #TechTuesday here on The Front Row, Encore fans. Today, we’re excited to touch base with Encore’s Production Manager, Rebecca Pfeil. You may have caught her interview with student editor Isabel a few weeks ago (if not, click here to check it out!). This time, however, she’s talking to us about Tech Camp.Take it away, Rebecca!
I was the first Technical Director of Tech Camp for Willy Wonka Jr, which is coming back this summer! I was also the Technical Director for the first Peter Pan Jr, Beauty and the Beast Jr, Anything Goes, Annie Jr. and more. Every summer, I always stop in and help with an aspect of Tech Camp, such as pulling costumes from storage, teaching a lesson, or assisting with the lighting design. I always look forward to meeting the new tech campers and saying hi to the returners. I hope to see you at Tech Camp this summer! Here are some reasons why you should register today:
If you love painting or the idea of using your creative thinking to imagine what you can make out of cardboard, Tech Camp is the place for you. You get to design all the sets and props for the shows, all while making a show come to life in just three short weeks! It’s always great to see the innovative and unique elements that Tech Camp crew members bring to each production.
2) Learning
Tech Camp is an awesome opportunity to learn more about backstage and booth crew positions in a low-stress environment. If you’ve never tried crew before, this is your chance to get your feet wet before auditioning for crew on an Encore season production. You get the chance to explore lighting design with the light board and other special opportunities that you won’t find at other summer programs.
3) Fun!
Camp is a wonderful place to make new friends. It’s all the fun and bonding of a full-scale show, condensed into three weeks of awesomeness. Many students have made connections that grow into friendships that last far beyond summer, which is always lovely to see.
Thanks for sharing with us, Rebecca! If Tech Camp sounds like the place for you, don’t delay – there are only three remaining spaces in each session of Tech Camp for Summer 2019!
Tech Camp
With just three weeks to bring together all of the technical elements of a show, you’ll be challenged to bring your best, most creative self to camp every day. Each morning, you’ll focus on exploring technical skills including scenic design, costuming, stage management, and more. Afternoons will be spent turning designs into reality by creating set pieces, props, and costumes. By the third week of camp, you’ll be ready to present your designs to the public and run a seamless show backstage. Throughout each session, your work will be supplemented by guest artist-led workshops on topics such as stage combat, sound design, and lighting as you prepare to put your work on display in the final performances.
Photos by Aimee Pangan, Cindy Kane Photography, and Aileen Pangan Christian. Blog contribution by Shannon McCarthy.
7 Terrific Reasons to Come to Tech Camp This Summer
Happy #TechTuesday, Encore fam! We’re still working through our post-show blues after closing The Enchanted Bookshop this weekend. Lifting our spirits? Looking toward summer! With just over two weeks of Early Bird pricing left, we’re dreaming of putting our skills to the test at Tech Camp. Unsure if it’s the place for you? Read on for seven awesome reasons to don your black clothes and become a Crew-ton this summer.
1) Learn from the Best
Our teaching artists are experienced technicians that have been working in the field of tech theatre for years. They’re a great resource for learning new skills, refining your techniques, or asking questions about a working life in the theatre.
2) Give Run Crew a Test Run
Do you usually find yourself onstage, rather than behind the scenes? Tech Camp is a wonderful way to dip your toe in the technical theatre pond, so to speak. Come give it a try – maybe you’ll have such a blast that you’ll audition for crew next season!
3) Part of the Crew, Part of the Ship
In just three short weeks, you’ll work together to create all the technical elements of a production. This hard work and tight time frame are the perfect place to bring people together to create lasting friendships. One of the greatest things of wrapping a production is celebrating with your fellow crew mates!
4) (Near) Instant Gratification
The shortened timeline of Tech Camp also allows you to see your hard work come to fruition sooner rather than later. Who doesn’t love the gratification seeing their successes quickly?
5) Max It Out
Does your schedule during the school year prevent you from being able to audition for an Encore crew during our season? Tech Camp is a fantastic opportunity to experience the whole process of being on crew, in just three weeks of the time!
6) Jack and Jill of Many Trades
Never done tech before? Not sure if your interest lies in scenic painting, prop production, or lighting design? Lucky for you, Tech Camp participants get to experience multiple aspects of the technical theatre experience, allowing you to discover new interests or delve deeper into an existing passion.
7) One Summer, Multiple Shows
The accelerated pace of our Stage Door and Tech Camp programs allow students to participate in several productions, if they so choose. Where will you travel in your technical imagination this summer? Mr. Wonka’s workshop? The chimney-ed rooftops of London? The choice is yours!
If you’re ready to jump in and roll up your sleeves as a techie this summer, sign up today! Early Bird pricing ends on Friday, February 1st, 2019 and you won’t want to miss out on your choice of shows. We look forward to building, painting, lighting, and so much more with every one of you!
Disney and Cameron Mackintosh’s Mary Poppins, JR. – July 22 – August 9, 2019
Photos by Cindy Kane Photography and Aileen Pangan Christian. Blog contribution by Shannon McCarthy.
5 Themes to Plan Your Child’s Summer
It’s the first winter snow storm of 2019! A perfect time for a cozy day inside and jump start on your summer planning! If you’re figuring out where to begin on choosing camps for the dreamy warm days off, take a look at 5 themes to plan your child’s summer:
#1 – The Music in Me
If your child loves to sing and dance, or like us in the office who turn everything we say into a song, check out our musical theatre camps!
Broadway Bootcamp for Ages 8-12 – July 8 – 19, 2019
Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, JR. Stage Door for ages 11-15 – June 24 – July 12, 2019 (No camp July 4)
Into the Woods JR. for ages 13-18 – August 12 – 30, 2019
It’s Elementary for ages 5-9 – there’s 30 minutes of movement and dance every single day!
#2 – I’ve Got a Funny Bone
Your in-home comedian can be a comedian on stage! Choose laughter with our comedy camps to sharpen your child’s storytelling improv skills.
Movie Mash-up for ages 8-12 – June 17 – 21, 2019
Tragedy vs. Comedy for ages 8-12 – July 22 – August 2, 2019
Shakespeare’s Love & Laughter for ages 8-12 – August 5 – 16, 2019
Improv-A-Thon for ages 8-12 – August 19 – 23, 2019
Summer Nights Live for ages 8-12 – August 26 – 30, 2019
#3 – Techie at Heart
For the crafty and creatives who are fascinated with lights, sounds, scenery, or playwriting, there’s an Encore “crew-ton” camp for you!
Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka, JR. Tech Camp for ages 11-15 – June 24 – July 12, 2019 (No camp July 4)
-Summer Stories for ages 8-12 – June 24 – 28, 2019
#4 – An All-Star Adventure
Whether you have a beginning explorer or a daring adventurer, we have camps that will ignite your adventure-seeker!
Around the World in 5 Days for ages 5-9 – June 17-21, 2019
Time Travel Treasure Hunters for ages 5-9 June 24-28, 2019
Space Pirates and Shooting Stars for ages 5-9 – July 8-19, 2019
Amazing Adventures for ages 5-9 – August 26-30, 2019
Lessons from Mr. Rogers for ages 3-5 – June 24-28, 2019
Circus Fun for ages 3-5 July 1-5, 2019 (No camp July 4th)
Under the Sea for ages 5-9 – July 22-August 2, 2019
Down on the Farm for ages 3-5 July 29-August 2, 2019
Olympic Champions for ages 3-5 – August 12-16, 2019
Sense and Sensibility for ages 11-15 – July 8 – 19, 2019
#5 -I’ll Take Magic and Mystery for 300, Alex
Dashing detectives and Magical beings wanted! These camps bring mystery and magic to life:
Mission Impossible for ages 5-9 – July 1-5, 2019 (No camp July 4th)
Crowns & Castles for ages 3-5 – July 15-19, 2019
Fairies, Gnomes, & Mythical Creatures for ages 5-9 – August 12-23, 2019
Encore’s Season Sampler for ages 8-12 – July 1 – 5, 2019 (No camp July 4)
BONUS THEME: Walking in a Winter Wonderland
And finally, here’s a bonus theme! How fun would it be to bring this snowy cheer into the summer sun?! Check out our camp inspired by our current frosty landscape:
The Sights and Sounds of Winter Wonderland for ages 5-9 – August 5-9, 2019
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.
Don’t wait! Our Early Bird Sale ends February 1st. Register for your most dramatic summer ever!
Photos by Larry McClemons, Madeline Pages, Rosemarie O’Connor and Aileen Pangan Christian. Blog contribution by Aileen Pangan Christian