Encore Stage And Studio

Encore Stage & Studio was incorporated as The Children's Theatre (TCT) in the state of Virginia in 1967. We are a non-profit, 501 ( c) 3 organization with a mission to introduce young people to all aspects of theatre arts. We do this through two primary venues: our performances, which are for children and by children, and our educational programs which are held year-round.

We are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. We currently have a staff that includes an Artistic Director, and Education Director, an Assistant Education Director, an Educational Registrar, as well as administrative/bookkeeping support. We also hire other qualified professionals including directors, producers, designers, and instructors to administer our programs and performances. Much of our work is done by volunteers-- children, parents, and other community members. We receive support from local businesses and community organizations. Encore Stage & Studio and The Children's Theatre are supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts, the Virginia Commission for the Arts and Arlington County through the Arlington Commission for the Arts and the Cultural Affairs Division of Parks, Recreation and Community Resources.