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| | Once Upon a Now - Presented by Encore Cares
September 10, 2026
Encore Cares will perform its special presentation of Once Upon a Now, an original script created by an Encore Student Director. Recommended for ages 4 and older.
Location: Encore @ Cherrydale (3701 Lorcom Ln Arlington, VA 22207)
Tickets: Pay What You Can
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| | Hansel & Gretel
October 16-25, 2026
Get lost in a forest full of adventure! When Hansel and Gretel wander into the woods, they meet a cast of quirky creatures, from a fiery troll and clever owl to mischievous hobgoblins, all working for a delightfully wicked witch. After Hansel is captured and tempted with endless cake, Gretel must use her courage and quick thinking to save her brother. Filled with laughter, imagination, and larger-than-life characters, Hansel & Gretel is a magical family adventure brought to life by young performers, for audiences of all ages.
Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $16 for Adults, $13 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors (ticket fees included)
Group Rate: $11 ticket for a group of ten or more. All patrons one year and older must have a ticket
Special Ticket Add-ons Coming Soon:
Pre-Show Event begins at 2pm. Children must be accompanied with a chaperone. Free for adults. $10 at the door. | Buy tickets |
| | Madeline's Christmas
November 20-22, December 5-13, 2026
"In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived 12 little girls in two straight lines." So begins Madeline's Christmas! After a cheerful day of adventures and French lessons, a sudden case of the flu leaves everyone in Miss Clavel's house feeling under the weather... except Madeline. As Christmas Eve arrives, Madeline sets out to bring hope, joy, and a little holiday magic to her friends. Filled with heart, laughter, and festive wonder, this charming classic is a cozy celebration of kindness, courage, and the magic of the season.
Location: Gunston Theatre (2700 S. Lang St. Arlington, VA 22206)
Tickets: $16 for Adults, $13 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors (ticket fees included)
Group Rate: $11 ticket for a group of ten or more. All patrons one year and older must have a ticket
Special Ticket Add-ons Coming Soon:
Pre-Show Event begins at 2pm. Children must be accompanied with a chaperone. Free for adults. $10 at the door. | Buy tickets |
| | The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
January 9-16, 22-24, 2027
Adventure awaits in The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical! When Zeus's lightning bolt goes missing, Percy Jackson suddenly finds himself at the center of a mystery fit for the gods. Joined by his fearless friends Annabeth and Grover, Percy sets off on an epic quest filled with mythical monsters, impossible challenges, and unforgettable discoveries. Packed with action, humor, heart, and larger-than-life adventures, this electrifying musical celebrates friendship, courage, and discovering the hero within.
Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $16 for Adults, $13 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors (ticket fees included)
Group Rate: $11 ticket for a group of ten or more. All patrons one year and older must have a ticket
Special Ticket Add-ons Coming Soon:
Pre-Show Event begins at 2pm. Children must be accompanied with a chaperone. Free for adults. $10 at the door. | Buy tickets |
| | 2027 Student Directed One-Act Plays
Join our talented students as they take charge and step into the director’s chair for one-act plays. In our student one-act festival, the next generation of directors will present a selection of 10-minute plays that will be fun for the whole family! Recommended for ages 6 and older.
Location: Theatre On The Run (3700 South Four Mile Run Dr. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $16 for Adults, $13 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors (ticket fees included). Group rate is $11 per ticket for a group of 10 or more. All patrons ages 1 and older must have a ticket.
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| | Twisted Trails and Tall Tales: An American Folktale
February 27-March 7, 2027
Get ready to hit the trail for a brand-new adventure! Twisted Trails & Tall Tales: An American Folktale Adventure is a World Premiere original play that brings the larger-than-life spirit of American folklore to the stage.
Journey through a world of colorful characters, legendary tales, and unexpected twists as familiar folklore gets a fresh theatrical spin. This one-of-a-kind production celebrates the stories that have been told, retold, and transformed for generations. Grab your sense of adventure and see where the trail takes you!
Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $16 for Adults, $13 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors (ticket fees included) | Buy tickets |
| | Enchanted Bookshop
May 14 - June 23, 2026
Step inside A Likely Story, a charming little bookstore where by day, the shelves may seem perfectly ordinary, but when the last customer leaves and the lights go out, beloved characters from classic stories magically step right out of their books.
But one night, the characters witness something that definitely isn’t part of the story: a break-in! They want to help Margie, the bookstore owner, but there’s one very important rule: they can’t leave the shop or be seen by human eyes. If they break the rules, they could disappear forever!
Will these literary heroes find a way to save their beloved bookshop without giving away their secret? Filled with imagination, adventure, and plenty of storybook surprises, The Enchanted Bookshop celebrates courage, friendship, and the magic that happens when our favorite stories come to life!
Recommended for ages 4 and older.
Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $16 for Adults, $13 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors (ticket fees included). Group rate is $11 per ticket for a group of 10 or more. All patrons ages 1 and older must have a ticket. | Buy tickets |
| | Bye, Bye, Birdie
July 16 - 25, 2027
Get ready to rock and roll! When teen heartthrob Conrad Birdie is drafted into the Army, his fans are heartbroken, and his manager, Albert Peterson, is scrambling to save his career. With help from his clever girlfriend Rosie, Albert dreams up one last publicity stunt: Conrad will give a lucky fan a goodbye kiss live on The Ed Sullivan Show!
Enter Kim MacAfee, the chosen fan whose small hometown is suddenly swept up in Birdie-mania. But between screaming fans, and plenty of unexpected twists, this picture-perfect farewell quickly becomes anything but simple.
Packed with catchy songs, big dance numbers, colorful characters, and lots of laughs, Bye Bye Birdie is a high-energy musical adventure about growing up, following your dreams, and finding your own spotlight!
Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)
Tickets: $22 for Adults, $18 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors (ticket fees included). Group rate is $16 per ticket for a group of 10 or more. All patrons ages 1 and older must have a ticket. | Buy tickets |
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Tickets: $16 for Adults; $13 for Children, Students, Military and Seniors. Group rate is $11 for a group of 10 or more.
Bye, Bye, Birdie Tickets: $22 for Adults; $18 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors. Group rate is $16 per ticket for a group of 10 or more (includes service fees).
Encore Stage & Studio is a participating partner in the Virginia Commission for the Arts and Virginia Department of Health Passport Program, an arts access initiative. Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) card holders are eligible for free tickets to Encore productions and a 90% scholarship to classes and camps. Passport holders show their existing WIC cards, issued by VDH, to redeem the discount. No additional card required! Questions? contact info@encorestage.org.
Hansel & Gretel, The Lightning Thief, Twisted Traisl & Tall Tales, Enchanted Bookshop and Bye, Bye Birdie will be held at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204).
Student Directed One-Act Plays will be held at Theatre On The Run (3700 S. Four Mile Run Drive Arlington, VA 22207).
Hansel & Gretel Preshow Experiences
Over the river, and through the woods, on an adventure we will go! Before the show, young adventurers are invited to set off on a Bread Trail Scavenger Hunt with the cast of Hansel & Gretel. Travel from station to station, follow the clues, and complete fun activities and challenges along the way! Keep your eyes open and see if you can make it all the way through the trail before it’s time to take your seats! Will you find your way through the forest? There’s only one way to find out!
$9 in advance, $10 at the door. Pre-Show Experience begins at 2:00 and ends at 2:30. Children must be accompanied by a chaperone. Free for adults.
Be sure to select a child's ticket and an adult adult and the add-on option will appear.
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Join us for some silly spooky fun at our official Halloween Costume Party! This preshow experience is jam packed full of fun music, games, and a costume superlative party. The Spookiest Skeletons, Silliest Scarecrows, and Sneakiest Sasquatches are all welcome to attend this high energy party that is fun for the whole squad. We can't wait to see you show off your boo-tiful costumes before the show begins!
$9 in advance, $10 at the door. Pre-Show Experience begins at 2:00 and ends at 2:30. Children must be accompanied by a chaperone. Free for adults. Be sure to select a child's ticket and an adult adult and the add-on option will appear.
Concessions will be available through pre-order. Options include:
-Option #1 (1 water bottle, 1 bag of chips and 1 bag of fruit snacks) $5
-Option #2 (1 water bottle, 1 bag of chips, and 1 bag of cookies) $5
-Option #3 (1 water bottle, 1 bag of cookies and 1 bag of fruit snacks) $5
Pick-up for concessions will be available during intermission.
No refunds. Show dates, artists, days / times, and all other production details are subject to change without notice. All patrons age 1 and older must have a ticket.
To contact the box office, e-mail boxoffice@encorestage.org or call (703) 548-1154.
Please remember that if you or anyone in your family is ill, do not come to the theatre. Your health and safety, and that of our other patrons, our students and our staff is our highest priority. If you must miss your scheduled performance for health reasons, please contact our box office and we will assist you with an exchange. |
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