
Meet 2018 Arts Management Intern: Connie Polnow
We have so many exciting events happening this summer, our many camps, our Healthy Play Initiative program, Seussical and more! We’re delighted to have our newest addition to our team, Connie Polnow as our 2018 Arts Management Intern… Read More
Posted on June 25, 2018 by Aileen Christian

Susan Keady Named 2018 Connect with Kids Champion
We’ve got a very exciting #TechTuesday for you today, folks. Whether you’ve auditioned for one of her shows, worked on a monologue with her one-on-one, or been cheered on by her at the Costume Caper 5K, you know… Read More
Posted on May 1, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy
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Paying Attention with Lighting Designer Ian Claar #TechTuesday
Time to make like good actors and “find your light,” because today’s #TechTuesday post features lighting designer Ian Claar. We’re excited to learn more about his background in tech, as well as his vision for James and the… Read More
Posted on April 3, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy

#TechTuesday w/ Puppet Master Martha-Grace Moore
Happy #TechTuesday, everyone! Today we have the pleasure of sharing our interview with actor, director, teaching artist, and prop manager extraordinaire Martha-Grace Moore. As multi-talented as she is, she’s been up to a lot since we last spoke… Read More
Posted on March 13, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy

5 Fabulous Highlights from February
Happy #FrontRowFriday, Encore family! Spring will be here before we know it. Before we “March” forward, let’s take this chance to look back on some highlights from February here at Encore Stage & Studio! 1) 49 cast and… Read More
Posted on March 9, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy
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Meet 2017/2018 Arts Apprentice, A.K. Nell
We’re so thrilled to introduce you to a new face on Encore’s campus. Her name is A.K. Nell and she is Encore’s 2017-2018 Arts Apprentice. A.K, tell us a little bit about yourself. A.K.: I’m so excited to… Read More
Posted on January 18, 2018 by admin

Until We Meet Again (Arts Apprentice Shannon Signing Off)
Hello, everyone and welcome back to the blog! Arts Apprentice Shannon here. Today’s Front Row Friday is also a farewell…at least for the moment! It’s the final day of my Arts Apprenticeship at Encore. It’s been an awesome… Read More
Posted on July 28, 2017 by Shannon McCarthy
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Hitting All the Right Notes: Music Director Sarah Markovits
Welcome back to the Front Row Blog. Not only is it Front Row Friday, it’s also opening night for our production of The Music Man! This could not be a more perfect opportunity to sit down with the… Read More

“Iconic” Moments with Photographer Larry McClemons
Welcome back to the Front Row blog! Today we are excited and honored to interview an essential member of Encore’s team. Larry McClemons has been capturing memories of Encore’s productions as our staff photographer for years. We are… Read More
Posted on June 26, 2017 by Shannon McCarthy

Run Wild! An Interview with Jungle Book Director Martha-Grace Moore
Today we’re excited to share an interview with Martha-Grace Moore. You may recognize her from leading Girl Scout or Pre-Audition Workshops, but she’s currently serving as the leader at the helm of our upcoming production of The Jungle… Read More