
Bridging the Gap with Arts Apprentice A.K. Nell
Happy #TechTuesday, Encore fans! Today, we check back in with this season’s Arts Apprentice, A.K. Nell. We sat down with her early in the season, so be sure to catch up on her interview before diving into today’s… Read More
Posted on April 17, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy
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Focusing on Quality with Gabe MacPhail #FrontRowFriday
Happy #FrontRowFriday, everyone! Last week, we had the pleasure of chatting with a multi-show participant of the Musical Theatre Intensive. Today we’re pumped to hear from a student that’s new to the program, playing James himself – give… Read More

Improving the Craft with MTI Student Dahlia Vicens
Happy #FrontRowFriday, Encore family! Today we’re thrilled to chat with a life-long Encore participant, Dahlia Vicens, as she prepares for her role in Musical Theatre Intensive’s production of James and the Giant Peach. Encore: Welcome to the Front… Read More
Posted on March 30, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy

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

#TechTuesday Stay Curious with Circulo/Circle!
Today on the Front Row blog, we’re exploring Encore’s latest show, Circulo/Circle. We had the chance to hear from some of the actors and the director about the production and we’re happy to share their answers with you!… Read More
Posted on March 6, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy

“The Other Side of Things” with Encore Cares Director Sam Regardie
Welcome to this week’s edition of #TechTuesday! Today we’re excited to explore how student director Sam Regardie is taking “Theatre by kids, for kids” to the next level with his Encore Cares production of The Fairy Tale Network…. Read More
Posted on February 27, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy
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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The Kids Began to March (with Director Elizabeth Pringle)
This evening marks the start to the second weekend of The Music Man, playing at Kenmore Middle School Theatre. We are thrilled to sit down with Elizabeth Pringle to get some insight into this delightfully fun and spirited… Read More
Posted on July 27, 2017 by Shannon McCarthy