Encore Stage & Studio's Season

 

The Best Haunted House Ever
September 26-Octotber 5, 2025

When students from two different high schools sneak into a local haunted house to scare their classmates, utter chaos ensues. At first it seems like the students are just pulling Halloween pranks, but when a spooky zombie and mysterious ghost don’t fit into the students’ haunting plans it can only mean one thing–they are not alone in the house! Happy haunting! We recommend this production for ages 6 and older.

Location: Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre (125 S. Old Glebe Rd. Arlington, VA 22204)

The October 4, 3pm performance will have ASL Access provided by GoodSigns.
Please email boxoffice@encorestage.org to be seated in our ASL section.

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:

Ticket Add-on Preshow Experience: Pumpkin Painting BOO-tique

More details coming soon!
Ticket Add-On to the Saturday, September 27, 3pm Performance
Pre-Show Event begins at 2pm.

Ticket Add-on Preshow Experience: Monster Mash Dance Party

More details coming soon!
Ticket Add-On to the Saturday, October 4, 3pm Performance
Pre-Show Event begins at 2pm.

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Jingle Bell Jam

December 5-14, 2025

Join us for Encore’s newest holiday tradition, Jingle Bell Jam! Back for a second year, this fun, family centered revue celebrates all winter holidays. Our talented students will perform heartwarming scenes and classic holiday songs with a live band. Jingle Bell Jam the Remix is the perfect way to deck the halls and bring in the holiday spirit! Recommended for ages 4 and older.

Location: Gunston Theatre Two (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

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Disney's High School Musical Jr.

Join Troy, Gabriella, and the students of East High in Disney’s High School Musical Jr., a fun-filled musical about friendship, self-discovery, and following your dreams. As cliques clash and the "status quo" is challenged, this energetic show reminds everyone that it's okay to break the mold and shine in your own way. 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: $11 ticket for a group of ten or more. All patrons one year and older must have a ticket.

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Special Ticket Add-ons:

Ticket Add-on Preshow Experience: Wildcats Sing-Along
More details coming soon!
Ticket Add-On
Pre-Show Event begins at 2pm.

Ticket Add-on Preshow Experience: Disney Decathlon

More details coming soon!
Ticket Add-On
Pre-Show Event begins at 6pm.

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Sherlock in Wonderland

March 20-29, 2026 

What happens when two of the most popular fictional characters of all time collide? Well, you will have to wait and see in Encore’s brand new original play. Search for clues alongside Sherlock Holmes in the crazy world of Wonderland. It will be an adventure! This world premiere production is by our Encore playwright. This production is 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)

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2026 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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Disney’s Dare to Dream Jr.

May 29 - June 7, 2026

Disney’s Dare to Dream JR. is a high-energy musical revue that follows a group of trainees on their first day at the Walt Disney Imagineering Studio. Featuring songs from The Princess and the Frog, Coco, Encanto, and Frozen II, the trainees discover the power of dreams to unite and inspire as they journey through iconic Disney moments. It’s a magical celebration for all Disney fans! 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.

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Mamma Mia!

ABBA's greatest hits tell the hilarious and heartwarming story of Sophie, a bride-to-be on a quest to find her birth father. Set on a sunny Greek island, this feel-good musical is packed with laughter, love, and unforgettable dance numbers. A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads. One unforgettable wedding! Show is rated PG13 for language and content.

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.

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Ticket Pricing

$16 for Adults; $13 for Children Students, Military and Seniors

The Saturday, October 4, 3pm performance of The Best Haunted House Ever will have ASL Access provided by GoodSignsPlease email boxoffice@encorestage.org to be seated in ASL seating. See below for all ASL access dates this season!

ASL Access Dates:

-Saturday, October 4, 3pm - The Best Haunted House Ever

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Saturday, December 13, 3pm - Jingle Bell Jam the Remix

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Saturday, January 17, 3pm - High School Musical Jr.

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Saturday, March 28, 3pm - Sherlock in Wonderland

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Saturday, June 6, 3pm - Disney's Dare to Dream

-Saturday, July 25, 2pm - Mamma Mia!
 
Mamma Mia! Tickets: $22 for Adults; $18 for Children, Students, Military & Seniors. Mamma Mia 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.

The Best Haunted House Ever, High School Musical Jr, Sherlock in Wonderland, Dare to Dream and Mamma Mia 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).

Jingle Bell Jam the Remix will be presented at Gunston Arts Center - Theatre Two (2700 Lang St. Arlington, VA 22206)

 


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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 M&M's) $5

-Option #3 (1 water bottle, 1 bag of M&M's and 1 bag of fruit snacks.) $5

Pick-up for concessions will be available during intermission.

No refunds or exchanges. Show titles, dates, artists, days/times, and all other production details are subject to change without notice.

No refunds. Show dates, artists, days / times, and all other production details are subject to change without notice. All patrons 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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