
What to Expect: Virtual Benefit Breakfast
Happy #FrontRowFriday, Encore fans! Before you head off to enjoy the weekend, be sure to mark your calendars for our annual Benefit Breakfast, coming to computer screens near you this Wednesday, April 29th at 9:30 AM. This will… Read More
Posted on April 24, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy

The “Magic” of Age 10
Happy #FrontRowFriday, Encore fans and a very happy opening night to Encore’s production of the musical Narnia, based on the beloved tale by C.S. Lewis. In this blog, I’m excited to share a new view on the value… Read More
Posted on January 10, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy
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#GivingTuesday 2019: Your Time to Shine
Dear Encore Family, Today is the day: Giving Tuesday is HERE! We’ve been so excited to share this with you, and now it’s your time to shine. Please share the magic of Encore and help our community thrive…. Read More
Posted on December 3, 2019 by Shannon McCarthy

Development Officer Kelley O’Dell Reporting for Duty
Happy #FrontRowFriday, Encore fans! We hope that you had a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family yesterday. This Friday, we’d like to introduce you to another member of our Encore family: Kelley O’Dell. Let’s dive in! Encore: Please introduce… Read More
Posted on November 29, 2019 by Shannon McCarthy

Encore Named #OneOfTheBest by Catalogue for Philanthrophy
After a careful vetting process, the Catalogue for Philanthropy: Greater Washington has selected Encore Stage & Studio to be part of the Class of 2019-20. Encore has undergone a rigorous review process conducted by a team of 150+… Read More
Posted on June 14, 2019 by Shannon McCarthy
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7 Sunny Highlights from 2019’s Benefit Breakfast
Greetings, Encore fans! Last week was quite the whirlwind as the 6th annual Encore Benefit Breakfast was prepared and launched. If you weren’t able to join us on April 10th, fear not; we’ve got your Front Row recap… Read More
Posted on April 16, 2019 by Shannon McCarthy

For the Love of Theatre
Hi all! This is Rosemarie, Encore’s Development Associate. Happy (almost) Valentine’s Day. While most folks take Valentine’s as a day to show the people around them just how much they are loved, we wanted to share some stories… Read More
Posted on February 12, 2019 by Rosemarie O'Connor

A Board President’s Holiday Wish
Carole Russo is an Encore parent, volunteer, and as of this year, Encore’s Board President. Her oldest daughter’s theatre bug first brought the family to Encore and this year her youngest will start auditioning. We sat down with… Read More
Posted on December 10, 2018 by Rosemarie O'Connor

100 Things You Give When You Choose Encore for #GivingTuesday
Thanksgiving has come and gone. Maybe you had a fantastic time with your family. Maybe you did some shopping this weekend. Maybe your food coma had you out until your Monday alarm. Now, we’ve landed on Giving Tuesday…. Read More
Posted on November 27, 2018 by Rosemarie O'Connor

Make a Difference and Smile this Holiday Season
They’re coming! The holidays are coming! No need to fret or get freaked. We’ve got gift ideas that cannot be beat. This year, get gifts with shipping that won’t take a while. And select Encore Stage & Studio… Read More