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Encore performers on stage in a full-company production
About Encore Performing Arts

Empowering young artists, on stage and off

A 501(c)(3) youth theater in St. George, Utah — using the craft of performance to build skills that last a lifetime.

Our Mission

Our Mission

Encore Performing Arts inspires and empowers young artists to discover and develop important life skills through unparalleled arts education, mentorship, and extraordinary theater experiences.

Through the lens of acting, storytelling, and theater-making, we help young artists grow skills that carry far beyond the stage.

Collaboration & teamwork Critical thinking & problem-solving Giving & receiving feedback Communication Confidence Leadership Empathy
What We Believe

Inspiring. Inclusive. Enriching.

Inspiring

We believe in the transformative power of musical theatre. Whether a student decides to work in the arts or become a doctor, lawyer, engineer, or educator, the creative and collaborative experiences they have through arts education can inspire confidence, innovation, and empathy.

Inclusive

We believe in celebrating the individuality of all people through rich artistic and social experiences. Musical-theatre-based arts education allows everyone involved to share differing perspectives and build connections across communities, backgrounds, and abilities.

Enriching

We believe learning is an eternal process, and that arts-based education allows individuals of all learning styles to grow beyond barriers and prepare for life's possibilities. By providing innovative, imaginative, and enlightening opportunities across all subject areas, Encore helps guarantee the future of our art form.

Our People

Meet the team

The staff who lead programs, productions, and the day-to-day of Encore.

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Adam Record
Co-Founder & Executive Director
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Rhett Guter
Artistic Director
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Kelby Tyrrell
Aspire Performing Co. Director
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Randy Sly
Director of Education
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Amy Childress
Director of Development & Box Office Manager
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Kristen Stocks
Sr. Production Manager
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Brittney Nelson
Events Coordinator
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Shannon Martin
Sr. Stage Manager
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Rebekah Hackett
Volunteer & Scholarship Coordinator
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Alyssa Popkes
Director of Culture & Belonging

Board of Trustees

The volunteers who guide Encore's mission and stewardship as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

Chair
Bryan Watabe
Trustee
Corbin Allred
Trustee
Matthew Dickerson

Be part of the Encore story

Support young artists in southern Utah — give, join The Core, or come see a show.

Our work

Seasons of storytelling

From intimate scenes to full company numbers, here is a look at the work our students make.

The full company in Encore's production of Hadestown
Hadestown
The ensemble of Encore's A Christmas Carol
A Christmas Carol 2025
Encore's cast performing a dance number from Newsies in front of a giant newspaper backdrop
Newsies
Encore's cast performing a street scene from The Music Man in front of period storefronts
The Music Man
Encore cast members in costume in Encore's production of Les Misérables
Les Miserables
A young performer in Encore's production of Hadestown
Hadestown
How we began

Encore was founded by Abigail Pearson, Adam Record & Tara Griffith in 2021.