Upcoming Audition:
Flip the Script: Foodways of Arlington, a Cultural Celebration
Audition for a chance to perform an inspiring theatrical piece on food traditions and stories of distinct cultures in the global community of Arlington VA!
November 19, 2024 | 7:00pm-8:30pm | Encore @ Arlington Mill
Students aged 9 and older are invited to audition for the cast.
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled audition slot. Please plan to wait, timeslots are meant to stagger arrivals and not a guarantee of when you will be seen.
Arrive with your cast paperwork, including a filled out conflict calendar completed. Typed is very helpful if possible. Wear closed toe shoes and comfortable clothes for movement. No prior preperation is needed.
Rehearsal calendars are frequently updated. Please be sure to review our most current calendars. Walk-ins are welcome.
Full List Season of Auditions and Rehearsal Calendars
Encore's Production of Disney's The Lion King Jr.
September 10, 2024| 5:30pm - 8:30pm | Encore @ Cherrydale
Flip the Script: Foodways of Arlington, a Cultural Celebration
October 14, 2024 | 7:00pm-8:30pm | Encore @ Arlington Mill
October 15, 2024 | 5:30pm-8:30pm | Encore @ Cherrydale
November 19, 2024 | 7:00pm-8:30pm | Encore @ Arlington Mill
Footloose
For Cast Ages 9-13: Monday May 19, 2025 | 5:00-6:00pm & Tuesday May 20, 2025 | 5:00pm-6:30pm | Encore @ Cherrydale
Actors aged 9-13 will audition in groups. No preparation is needed for this age group.
For Cast Ages 14+ (Including College Students and Adults): Monday, May 19, 2025 | 7:00-9:30pm & Tuesday May 20, 2025 | 7:00pm-9:30pm | Encore @ Cherrydale
Actors aged 14+ should prepare 16 bars of music (NOT from Footloose), please bring sheet music or sing acapella. Actors will have their singing audition individually followed by a group dance audition.
For Crew Ages 12+ (Including College Students and Adults): Tuesday, May 20, 2025|5:00-8:00pm
Optional Pre-Audition Workshops
Our optional pre-audition workshops help students learn what to expect at an Encore audition and how to present themselves. Join us to remove the mystery from the audition process and prepare yourself for the next open call!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Front of House Crew?
The front of house is part of the theatre that is experienced by the audience before entering the theatre "house," including the box office, the lobby, concessions and more.
At Encore, our Front of House Crew (FOH) is the face of the theatre. Our FOH crew learn about excellent customer service and are responsible for providing a fun and memorable experience for our theatre-goers.
Using both acting and backstage skills, our Front of House crew members use the lobby as their stage to create a welcoming and seamless atmosphere for all patrons to enjoy the show.
On show days, Front of House tasks include ushering, ticket-taking, the concessions table, will-call, pre-show event set-up, social media take-overs and more. The student Front of House manager takes on the leadership role of guiding parent volunteers and the front of house crew. The student Front of House manager assists the box office manager with problem-solving.
This season, the Front of House crew is taking on new marketing projects. With our Box Office manager, the FOH crew will meet on select days to hang up show posters and fliers, assist with creating exciting content, and learn how to be an Encore ambassador.
FOH crew members will be required to attend 2 Front of House meetings and 1 Shop Date, Crew Watch, boths Load-ins, Dress Rehearsal and Strike. FOH crew members are called 90 minutes before the shows and stay during the entire showtime.
Auditions Location
Encore @ Cherrydale: 3701 Lorcom Lane, Arlington VA 22207
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