Encore Stage & Studio

Theatre Classes

Encore offers seasonal theatre classes for kids grades PreK and up. Learn more and register today!

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PreK (Ages 3-5)

Ocean Adventures for PreK (Ages 3-5)

Let’s dive into the ocean and learn all about the unique creatures that live in the sea. Who knows? We might even see a baby shark. Creativity and curiosity will grow as your student discovers the vast underwater world.

Saturday, April 6-May 11, 2024 (6 Sessions)
Time: 9:00am-9:45am

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Listen, Look & Learn with Brown Bear for PreK (Ages 3-5)

Based on the beloved book, Brown Bear takes us on a journey of discovery! From a happy frog, to a blue horse, Brown Bear meets the most endearing animals. Together as an ensemble, we will bring the singsong text to life and show an appreciation for everyone we meet.

Saturdays, February 3 - March 16, 2024 (6 sessions) No Class Feb. 17
Time: 9:00am - 9:45am

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Grades K-1

Disney Dance for Grades K-1

Get ready for a "Whole New World" as we dance to Disney classics and brand-new hits! From “The Lion King” to “The Little Mermaid” to “Beauty and the Beast,” we invite you to "Be Our Guest" as we learn rhythm and movement through your favorite tunes and "tales as old as time!"

Saturday, April 6-May 11, 2024 (6 Sessions)
Time: 9:15am-10:15am

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Kids Comedy Club for Grades K-1

Knock, Knock! Who's There? You are, here at Encore! Learn how to make an audience laugh at Encore with Kids Comedy Club. Once you start, the laughs won't stop.

Thursday, April 4-May 9, 2024 (6 Sessions)
Time: 4:30pm-5:30pm

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Mighty Heroes for Grades K-1

It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s…a Superhero! Countless heroes exist, and in this class, it’s your job to bring them to life. Make daring rescues, prevent dastardly plots, and thwart your enemies with your super strength, speed, and intelligence in this headline-worthy class.

Thursdays, February 1 - March 7, 2024 (6 sessions)
Time: 4:30pm-5:30pm

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Wild Things for Grades K-1

Where are the Wild Things? Right here with Encore Stage & Studio! Monsters, creatures, animals, and aliens are all welcome in this imaginative drama class for young performers. Using the classic Maurice Sendak book as inspiration, students will explore a familiar story and gain the confidence to then create their own wild vision. This class is a great way to stretch the imagination and build confidence on the stage.

Saturdays, February 3 - March 16, 2024 No Class Feb. 17 (6 sessions)
Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

 

Grades 2-3

Broadway Basics for Grades 2-3

Broadway Basics is back! Take the stage with Encore and share your passions for singing and dancing! Join us for 6 weeks of exploring Broadway’s greatest hits, which are sure to be “wicked-ly” good.

Saturday, April 6-May 11, 2024 (6 Sessions)
Time:10:30am-11:30am

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Clowning Around for Grades 2-3


Laugh out loud with Encore! Join us for a hilarious journey as we explore physical comedy, clowning, and more. You’ll be sure to leave any audience in stitches with the comedic antics in this side-splitting class.

Thursday, April 4-May 9, 2024 (6 Sessions)
Time: 4:45pm-5:45pm

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Back to Broadway Basics for Grades 2-3

Do you aspire to be a Broadway superstar? Is your playlist filled with musical soundtracks on end? Join us for Back to Broadway Basics and learn how to perform in a musical number! Sing, dance, and learn some amazingly fun lyrics from popular musicals! No pre-resquite required. This class can be repeated as each session focuses on different musical numbers.

Saturdays, February 3 - March 16, 2024 No Class Feb. 17 (6 sessions)
Time: 10:15am - 11:15am

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Grades 4-5

Broadway Bound for Grades 4-5

Get your singing, dancing, and acting skills into gear with this high-energy class. Working with classic musical theatre songs, this class will help both beginning and experienced students to focus on vocals, choreography, and group work. The experience will culminate in a sharing for friends and family.

Saturday, April 6-May 11, 2024 (6 Sessions)
Time: 11:15am-12:15 pm

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

The Play's The Thing for Grades 4-5

Work with your class and teaching artist to create a play that's all your own! Experience devised theatre by building your skills in creativity, collaboration and confidence.

Thursday, April 4-May 9, 2024 (6 Sessions)
Time: 5:00pm-6:00pm

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Acting for Beginners for Grades 4-5

New to the world of theatre? Learn the acting basics with Encore...it's as easy as 1, 2, 3! Find out what it takes to memorize lines, become a character, learn motive, and more with Acting for Beginners. We all start somewhere...

Saturdays, February 3 - March 16, 2024 No Class Feb. 17 (6 sessions)
Time: 11:15am - 12:15pm

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

All the World's a Comedy for Grades 4-5

This acting class is accented with humor! Students will learn the basics of comedic acting and create funny characters. Explore different styles of comedy and create scenes together as you develop the craft of "making them laugh!"

Thursdays, February 1 - March 7, 2024 (6 sessions)
Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Grades 6-8

Actors Toolbox - Monday Night Showstoppers for Grades 6-8

Sing and dance your heart out as you learn to captivate an audience in this fast-paced class. Designed for experienced students and beginners, Monday Night Showstoppers will help students to hone their musical theatre skills through vocal and dance work. The class will combine the talents of all the students enrolled, and will culminate in a sharing for friends and family on the last day of class.

Monday, April 1-May 6, 2024 (6 Sessions)
Time: 5:00 pm- 6:00 pm

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Actors Toolbox - Scene Study for Grades 6-8

Ever wanted an opportunity to take your acting skills to the next level? In this 6-session class, we will dive into character development, scoring your script, building stage confidence, and preparing for auditions. After this class, you will leave with a brand new set of skills to take into any rehearsal space!

Monday, April 1-May 6, 2024 (6 Sessions)
Time: 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Actors Toolbox: Incredible Improv for Grades 6-8

Are you great at thinking on your feet? Push your creativity to the limit in this exciting new class, where you'll learn to be spontaneous, react in the moment, and work as part of a team to create your own original pieces of theatre.

Mondays, January 29 - March 11, 2024 No Class Feb. 19 (6 sessions)
Time: 6:15pm - 7:15pm

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Actors Toolbox: Musical Auditions for Grades 6-8

Sharpen your audition skills in this high-energy class! Both beginning and experienced students will learn about expectations at musical theatre auditions and how to prepare for auditions.

Mondays, January 29 - March 11, 2024 No Class Feb. 19 (6 sessions)
Time: 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Location: Encore @ Cherrydale United Methodist Church (3701 Lorcom Ln, Arlington, VA 22207)

Fee: $135

Online registration closes 48 hours before the start of class. Email education@encorestage.org if interested.

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Location: Encore @ Cherrydale

3701 Lorcom Ln Arlington, VA 22207

Private Lessons

Private lessons are available to students in all stages of learning, from beginners to experienced performers. Lessons are a great way to get customized, one-on-one instruction from an expert, to prepare for an audition or performance, to hone your skills as an artist, or to simply learn more about the performing arts!

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