Theatre – Encore Stage & Studio

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

Latest Encore News, Recommended Reading: Classes, Recommended Reading: Mini-Camp, Recommended Reading: Production, Recommended Reading: Summer, The Front Row

#FrontRowFriday, arts, arts education, Bruce Grierson, C.S. Lewis, career planning, childhood development, development, education, empathy, experiences, exploring, Front Row Friday, learning, narnia, opening night, psychology, Psychology Today, Reader's Digest, science, science and the arts, STEAM, the rule of age 10, Theatre, thinking

Audition Advice Round-Up

The party doesn’t stop here on The Front Row. This weekend is your last chance to catch Disney’s Frozen Jr. before the cast lets it go for the final time. Just next week, we prepare for Encore’s next… Read More

Posted on October 18, 2019 by Shannon McCarthy

Latest Encore News, Recommended Reading: Production, The Front Row

#FrontRowFriday, acting, advice, alumni, Astrid Lundberg, audition advice, Auditions, C.S. Lewis, christmas scene investigators, csi, Emma Kiely-Hampson, Encore Alum, Ethan Stern, Front Row Friday, guidance, Hannah Knittig, interview, music director, narnia, sarah markovits, student editor, Theatre, theatre by kids for kids, throwback, tips

5 Life Skills Children Cultivate in the Performing Arts

People join the Encore family through many different avenues. Some come to us first as audience members during our season of shows. Others have a blast during summer camp and decide to come back for more. Still more… Read More

Posted on June 18, 2019 by Shannon McCarthy

Latest Encore News, Recommended Reading: Classes, The Front Row

after-school enrichment, education, Theatre, theatre education, theatre enrichment

New Friends and Familiar Faces in Encore’s Winter Session

Happy #FrontRowFriday, Encore fans! We’re buzzing with the energy that a new year brings. We’re psyched to get started with the Winter session of Encore’s theatre classes. We’ve got so much in store, for old friends and new…. Read More

Posted on January 4, 2019 by Shannon McCarthy

Latest Encore News, Recommended Reading: Classes, The Front Row

#FrontRowFriday, books, children's literature, education, encore summer, Front Row Friday, harold and the purple crayon, literature, Robin Hood, Theatre, theatre classes, theatre education, winter classes, winter session

7 Ways to Fill Your Heart with “Theatre By Kids, For Kids!”

While the Virginian weather may have you dreaming of springtime picnics or adventures in the jungle, it is, in fact, still February! One thing that never wavers, however is L-O-V-E…of theatre, that is! As Valentine’s Day approaches, we… Read More

Posted on February 11, 2017 by Shannon McCarthy

Latest Encore News, The Front Row

camp, classes, encore, encore stage & studio, Godspell, holidays, jobs, love, mini camp, Night at the Wax Museum, opportunities, spring classes, Theatre, theatre by kids for kids, theatre for kids by kids, Valentine's Day

Baby/Toddler Classes: Begins October 4 | St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church

Join us for our open house on Tuesday, September 27th from 11 am – 1 pm. Meet our Teaching Artists! Share, grow and learn with your child during this special time in their life! Encore’s new parent/caregiver classes… Read More

Posted on September 22, 2016 by admin

Encore Stage & Studio, The Front Row

arlington, arlington va, baby, children's theatre, classes, community, Confidence, creative, education, encore, encore stage, enrichment, family, family friendly, friendship, Mommy and me, opportunity, Theatre, theatre by kids for kids, theatre classes, theatre for kids by kids, toddlers

Give Your 2017 New Year’s Resolutions an Encore!

It’s that time of year again! The Thanksgiving turkey has been stuffed, the holiday gifts unwrapped, and the New Year’s ball is getting ready to drop. As we begin this brand new year, our minds turn to our… Read More

Posted on December 31, 2016 by Shannon McCarthy

Latest Encore News, The Front Row

Auditions, classes, Healthy Play Initiative, holiday mini, holidays, HPI, mini camp, new year's resolutions, news, Night at the Wax Museum, princess ball, resolutions, summer camp, Theatre, theatre by kids for kids, theatre for kids by kids

Shop Online While Giving Back! Add Encore Stage & Studio to your AmazonSmile!

Shopping online for back to school items? Visit AmazonSmile and choose Encore Stage & Studio as your charitable organization for all your online shopping needs. Amazon offers the same products and prices through AmazonSmile as Amazon.com, but Amazon… Read More

Posted on December 1, 2015 by admin

Encore Stage & Studio, Latest Encore News

Amazon, Amazon Smile, arlington, arlington va, children's theatre, community, dedication, education, encore, encore stage, family, family friendly, fundraiser, fundraising, give back, giving back, memories, opportunity, organization, teamwork, Theatre, theatre by kids for kids, theatre for kids by kids