Parent, Summer 2021
Thank you for giving each child an opportunity to speak/shine during the final performance.
Parent, Virtual It’s Elementary 2020
“We just wanted to send a big THANK YOU for such a wonderful virtual camp last week! I must say, I went into the week a bit skeptical, but we were blown away at how organized, creative, and fun the camp was! […] And honestly, it was a good test run for virtual school this fall. I think the Encore staff needs to share best practices with Arlington Public Schools, because you all have nailed the virtual environment. :)”
Parent, Virtual Tech Camp/Stage Door 2020
“[My] kids are enjoying camp — you all have done a great job of adapting the camp for remote learning. Congrats to all!”
Parent, Virtual It’s Elementary 2020
“[Camp] was a huge lift to my child’s spirit to be with the instructors and students during COVID-19. It was also a boost to her confidence to have such a wonderful and creative virtual performance experience. You helped my child feel 20 times more positive this past week and have a wonderful summer memory!”
Parent, Virtual Stage Door 2020
“I just so appreciate the attitude of the instructors, directors, etc. They welcome everyone’s questions, check in with the kids on how they are doing, and just keep it so positive overall. This experience has exceeded my expectations. Please send on our sincere gratitude to your team. You have taken on an insurmountable task and run it beautifully.”
Parent, Virtual Spring Class
“My son is really enjoying the [virtual] monologue study class. He misses the in-person interaction he had in your last term, but he looks forward to the Zoom class every week.”
Laura W., Virtual Spring Break Camp Parent
“You all have done a great job translating this to Zoom! Thank you! This is one of the first days I have been able to actually focus on my work
Virtual Mommy & Me Parent, 2020
“Thank you for a great playgroup! We are watching from Hampton, VA. My daughter (9 months) loved it. We used to go to play groups 3 times a week but now we are stuck in the house and I was surprised there weren’t a lot of playgroup videos, at least none I could find…and this was perfect! I hope you continue to make more videos!”
Virtual Spring Break Camp Parent, 2020
“Thanks again for putting this [virtual spring break] camp on. I can hear my son upstairs excitedly preparing his Mary Poppins scene…and my daughter is downstairs happily doing warm-ups with Mr. Patrick. I’m thrilled they can do this camp this week!
Participant, The Enchanted Bookshop 2019
“Encore has always been a really safe space for me. This show will always be one of my favorites. We were given enough liberty to experiment with our characters and had plenty of opportunities to grow in ourselves, our friendships, and our characters. I would gladly do the show another 8 times if I could.”