By whichever metric you use (the Starbucks holiday menu, the passing of Halloween, etc.), the holiday season is officially upon us. For many of us, these coming months will be a whirlwind of festivities, delicious food, and, most importantly, special times with family and friends. For me, an additional joy can be found in taking […]
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This #FrontRowFriday, we’ve got a captivating and timely interview for all the Encore fans out there, so we’ll cut right to the chase: read on to learn more about the thought-provoking research and devising that’s had the cast of Flip the Script hard at work since this summer. Participants Ryely and Kylen share about their
Inspiring, Emotional, and Raw: Breaking Down Walls w/ Flip the Script Read More »
Here we are, on another wonderful #TechTuesday. After a fantastic opening weekend of Disney’s Frozen Jr., where over 1,300 patrons joined in our homecoming to Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, we’re definitely in the mood to keep the party going. You’ve heard from Sarah Conrad, our Encore alumna turned director, a pair of lovely sisters who
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The parking garage is located at the far end of the new Alice West Fleet Elementary School (115 S Old Glebe Rd) on the right. There are two sharp turns, as well as a median at the entrance to the parking garage. Patrons are welcome to park on either level of the garage. There are
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A Frozen #FrontRowFriday to all the Encore fans out there! We’re buzzing with anticipation leading up to the opening of Disney’s Frozen Jr. this evening at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre. It’s our first production back in our home theatre since The Jungle Book back in 2017. We are definitely full of family feeling, returning to
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Happy #FrontRowFriday, Encore friends! You’ve had the chance to meet Production Apprentice Kyla McLaughlin – now you get to discover one of her wonderful talents. Kyla has a background in the art of dramaturgy and is kind enough to share some of her knowledge with all of us here on the blog. We look forward
Dramaturgy 101: Disney’s Frozen Jr. Read More »
September is a great month, full of new beginnings, big plans, and the crisp air of autumn. It can also be one of the busiest months for our Encore families, as students get back in a school routine, sports and extracurriculars pick up, and the wonderful laziness of summer drifts away like a leaf on
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This #FrontRowFriday, the welcome wagon is back for another round here at Encore. You’ve met two of our new apprentices, Gloria and Kyla, so now it’s time to chat with Jordan Wells who’s joining Encore’s team as the 2019/2020 Education Apprentice. Encore: Briefly introduce yourself: what’s your experience with theatre and/or education/youth activities? Jordan: I’ve
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With the turning of the seasons comes a new team of fresh faces here at Encore. On this #TechTuesday, we’re elated to introduce Kyla McLaughlin, Encore’s newest Production Apprentice. Read on to learn more about her experiences in the arts, her favorite theatre experience, and more. Encore: Briefly introduce yourself: what’s your past experience with
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As we move ahead from Encore’s momentous 50th Anniversary season, we wanted to sit down with Artistic Director Susan Keady to reflect on Encore’s glorious past and promising future. Encore: If you had to capture the essence of Encore in just three moments, which would you choose to share? Susan:• Sitting in a dark theatre
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