
Encore Joins the Merry Band
Happy opening night to Encore’s production of Robin Hood! This afternoon we’re checking in with some of our staff before they dash off to the theatre, wanting to know what has them most pumped for this production! Rebecca,… Read More
Posted on February 22, 2019 by Shannon McCarthy

#StudioSaturday with Patrick McGee
Happy #StudioSaturday, Encore fans. Today we’re thrilled to introduce another one of our newer teaching artists, Patrick McGee! With lots of theatrical and teaching experience under his belt, he is a welcome addition to the Encore family. Read… Read More
Posted on January 12, 2019 by Shannon McCarthy

Happy Trails to Miss Mara
This #FrontRowFriday, we bid a fond farewell to Encore’s lead teacher, Miss Mara Stewart. From Production to Education, Mara has made an incredible impact on the many students, cast members, theatre patrons, staff members, and community families with… Read More

#StudioSaturday with Julie Britt
Spring classes are coming up soon, Encore fans! Today we’re excited to check in with new teaching artist Julie Britt. Read on to learn more about Julie’s experience and her passion for the arts! Encore: How long have… Read More

Epic Encore Moments of 2018
With the new year just around the corner, we want to take a moment to reflect on the year we’re leaving behind. We checked in with some of Encore’s staff members to learn more about their favorite moments… Read More
Posted on December 25, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy

Turning the Tables: Hannah and Susan
Hey there, everyone! Student Editor Hannah here. You may recognize me from various Encore shows (The Lion King Jr, A Little Princess, and more) or from our FOH takeovers on Encore’s Instagram. Today I’m excited to chat with… Read More
Posted on December 18, 2018 by Encore Student Editor
Latest Encore News, Recommended Reading: Staff/Board, The Front Row
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Camp Aide Application Now Posted!
This #FrontRowFriday we’re celebrating the announcement of Encore’s 2019 summer camp themes anddd (drum roll, please)…the 2019 Camp Aide application! Many of our Encore friends have participated in an #EncoreSummer camp, but now is your chance to take… Read More
Posted on December 7, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy

Gobble Up These 7 November Highlights
Festive #FrontRowFriday, Encore fans! It feels like just yesterday that we were cheering on finishers at the Costume Caper 5K – the holiday season is officially upon us. We’ve had a month fuller than our bellies at Thanksgiving… Read More
Posted on November 30, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy
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Celebrating the Catalogue for Philanthropy
Every four years, Encore applies to the Catalogue for Philanthropy for Greater Washington. This year is our third time being recognized as #OneoftheBest nonprofit organizations in the D.C. area. Hi, all! Your friendly neighborhood Development Associate, Rosemarie, here…. Read More
Posted on November 13, 2018 by Rosemarie O'Connor

All About Community: Encore’s Healthy Play Initiative
This #FrontRowFriday, we’re getting into the spirit of the season: community, sharing, and giving. We want you to hear from four of our teaching artists that work with the Healthy Play Initiative (HPI), a program created in 2016… Read More
Posted on November 9, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy
Latest Encore News, Recommended Reading: Partnerships, The Front Row
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