
How to Prepare for a Virtual Experience
1) Assemble the Team The awesome upside of virtual classes and camps is that students can participate from anywhere. If you’ve ever wanted to invite your cousins, neighbors, or faraway BFF’s to experience the Encore magic with you,… Read More
Posted on May 15, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy
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7 Tips for an Awesome Spring Break Camp
1) Explore the Topic During the two weeks of spring break camp, our theme changes daily; it’s like taking five different camps in the span of just one week! Many of the themes focus on beloved books, movies,… Read More
Posted on February 7, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy
Latest Encore News, Recommended Reading: Mini-Camp, The Front Row
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Working Out the Wiggles w/ Ms. A
Hello everyone! What a wonderful fall we had together in our Parent & Me classes on Tuesday mornings. I can hardly believe that the winter break has come and gone, can you? Due to construction here at Encore’s… Read More
Posted on January 18, 2020 by Shannon McCarthy
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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
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Let Your Talent Shine in Clementine Auditions
A pleasantly sunny #TechTuesday to all of you, Encore fans! With auditions for The Talented Clementine just a week away, today we have the pleasure of hearing advice from not one, but TWO, music directors who know a… Read More
Posted on March 5, 2019 by Shannon McCarthy

Tips for Audience Members!
Our production of Pinocchio opens tomorrow! So you’ve purchased your tickets – what comes next? Luckily, Brian Tatum, our Front of House Manager from James and the Giant Peach has some tips for audience members just like you!… Read More

4 Ways to “Feel Lucky” at Encore This St. Patty’s Day!
Sometimes you wish for a leprechaun’s magic, a four-leaf clover, or a lucky gold coin before you step into the audition room, but fear not! Today we’re sharing four ways to get you “feeling lucky” for Encore’s upcoming… Read More
Posted on March 15, 2018 by Shannon McCarthy

5-Point Checklist: #RehearsalReady
Hey there, everyone! Your friendly neighborhood Arts Apprentice, Shannon, here. It’s been so fun writing for the Front Row blog and working with our Front of House crews this season. I’m so excited to cross behind the curtain… Read More
Posted on June 8, 2017 by Shannon McCarthy

7 Must-Haves in Your Rehearsal Bag
Hansel & Gretel rehearsals have started this week! Have you started rehearsal for your school’s fall show? Preparation is key in theatre and it can start with a good routine of items in your rehearsal bag! Here are… Read More
Posted on September 23, 2015 by admin

Top 10 Ways to Survive Tech Week
With tech week fast approaching for Shrek the Musical, we thought we should come up with a list of ways to survive the chaos. By Olivia Hammermaster 1. Be safe. Who wants to be on crutches during the… Read More
Posted on July 14, 2015 by admin