
Virtual Camp Review: Michelle & Ali
Welcome back to The Front Row blog. I hope you enjoyed Tuesday’s post, where we introduced a new mini-series of parental reviews of Encore’s virtual summer camp programs. Today we’re back, with some familiar faces and a new… Read More
Posted on August 14, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy

Meet Our Summer Arts Management Intern: Audrey Huie
Welcome back to The Front Row blog, Encore fans! Today we’re excited to introduce the latest addition to the illustrious group that is the Encore interns. Read on to learn more! Welcome to Encore Stage & Studio! Tell… Read More
Posted on June 23, 2020 by Encore Student Editor

“Kindness and Enthusiasm” w/ Alum Wyatt Fenner
Welcome back to the Front Row blog, Encore fans! Today we’re excited to share a new interview with another one of our accomplished alumni. Join us as Wyatt Fenner shares his recent projects, advice to theatre newcomers, and… Read More
Posted on May 29, 2020 by Aileen Christian
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Simply “The Best” with Techie Gabby S.
Happy #TechTuesday, Encore fans! Today we’re excited to chat with one of our Encore “crewtons,” Gabby. We’re excited to learn more about her theatre experiences and what keeps her coming back to participate on our tech crews. Let’s… Read More
Posted on May 19, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy
Latest Encore News, Recommended Reading: Production, Recommended Reading: Summer, The Front Row
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From Backstage to the Booth: Musketeer Reflections w/ Kerstin F.
We’ve got another Musketeers throwback interview for you this #FrontRowFriday, this time with stage manager Kerstin F. Learn more about what a stage manager does throughout the rehearsal and show process, her thoughts on this new production, and… Read More
Posted on March 6, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy

The Lady Returns: Alum Maggie Keane on Musketeers
Happy #FrontRowFriday and opening night to Encore’s production of The Three Musketeers! Today you’re in for a double treat: 1) A wonderful opening night performance (Go get your tickets!) and 2) A throwback interview with the original Milady… Read More
Posted on February 28, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy
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Fun and Working at Camp: Bryce G.
A wonderful #TechTuesday to all of you. Today we’re back with another former camp aide interview. You’ve already learned about Lauren and Ryely’s experiences working at Encore summer camps, but now it’s time to hear from a new… Read More
Posted on February 25, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy

First-Timers to Leaders: Oliver & Xander on Musketeers
Feeling a sense of déjà vu this #FrontRowFriday? We don’t blame you – Encore’s next production, The Three Musketeers, last played at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre back in 2015. Several members of that production are back for another… Read More
Posted on February 21, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy

Connecting and Working at Camp: Ryely R.
Welcome back to The Front Row, Encore friends! I hope you had a wonderful long weekend if you had one, and, if not, that you had a chance to enjoy the sunshine that finally came to visit. In… Read More
Posted on February 18, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy

Learning and Working at Camp: Lauren M.
A lovely #FrontRowFriday to all of you Encore fans out there! Any reader of The Front Row is a Valentine of mine, that’s for sure. As you celebrate this cheerful holiday, we’re happy to share an interview with… Read More
Posted on February 14, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy
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