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Stories from Encore

Behind the scenes of our camps, productions, and auditions — and the Young Artists who make it all happen.

A Magical Week: Our Frozen Jr. Musical Theater CampEducation
June 15, 2026

A Magical Week: Our Frozen Jr. Musical Theater Camp

We closed the curtain on our Frozen Jr. Musical Theater Camp — a week of music, character, and community, ending on the Electric Theater stage.

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Illuminate Takes the Stage at Disney California AdventureAspire
June 1, 2026

Illuminate Takes the Stage at Disney California Adventure

Encore’s Illuminate touring ensemble performed at Disney California Adventure — a milestone trip for our Aspire performers.

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Matilda Jr. Musical Theater Camp Kicks Off with Energy and ExcitementEducation
April 24, 2026

Matilda Jr. Musical Theater Camp Kicks Off with Energy and Excitement

Encore's Matilda Jr. Musical Theater Camp gives Young Artists ages 8–11 their first taste of theater — opening week, new friendships, and the April…

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Aspire’s Spring 2026 Bright Lights of Broadway — A Spectacular SemesterAspire
April 24, 2026

Aspire’s Spring 2026 Bright Lights of Broadway — A Spectacular Semester

Aspire Performing Co. closed out a spectacular spring semester with a Bright Lights of Broadway showcase.

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Launch Day: Matilda Jr. BeginsProductions
April 6, 2026

Launch Day: Matilda Jr. Begins

There is something electric about the first day of a new production. On Launch Day, our cast, families, and creative team came together to celebrat…

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Hadestown Page to Stage: From Our Stage to Broadway’s BestPage to Stage
March 30, 2026

Hadestown Page to Stage: From Our Stage to Broadway’s Best

Our Page to Stage students went from performing Hadestown on our own stage to experiencing Broadway’s best.

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Journey to Oz: A Magical Camp ExperienceEducation
March 24, 2026

Journey to Oz: A Magical Camp Experience

A magical camp experience down the yellow brick road with our youngest performers.

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Anastasia: A Journey CompleteProductions
March 24, 2026

Anastasia: A Journey Complete

Our production of Anastasia came to a triumphant close on the Electric Theater stage.

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Page to Stage: Pippin at Shakespeare FestivalPage to Stage
February 2, 2026

Page to Stage: Pippin at Shakespeare Festival

Page to Stage students attended Pippin at the Utah Shakespeare Festival for a day of professional theatre.

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A Night to Remember: Our Largest Sensory-Friendly Performance YetAccessibility
January 31, 2026

A Night to Remember: Our Largest Sensory-Friendly Performance Yet

Over 120 community members filled the Electric Theater for Encore’s largest sensory-friendly performance — a free, inclusive showing of Shrek the M…

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Creating Space for Every Voice: Inside Our Shrek the Musical Kids ProductionProductions
January 24, 2026

Creating Space for Every Voice: Inside Our Shrek the Musical Kids Production

When we announced auditions for Shrek the Musical Kids, we knew we had something special brewing. What we didn’t expect was the overwhelming respon…

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Anastasia: Off to a Great StartProductions
January 15, 2026

Anastasia: Off to a Great Start

Encore is off to a great start with Anastasia! This sweeping musical adventure has assembled a great cast and an amazing team of leaders ready to b…

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Encore Performing Arts | 2025 Year in ReviewNews
December 31, 2025

Encore Performing Arts | 2025 Year in Review

2025 was a remarkable year at Encore — from classic productions like Alice in Wonderland and Les Misérables Teen Edition to professional experience…

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A Christmas Carol 2025 Wrap Cast PartyProductions
December 23, 2025

A Christmas Carol 2025 Wrap Cast Party

One of Encore’s favorite traditions is celebrating each production with a cast party. After A Christmas Carol, the cast and creative team gathered…

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A Meaningful Understudy Night at EncoreProductions
December 19, 2025

A Meaningful Understudy Night at Encore

Understudy Night gives our hardworking understudies their moment in the spotlight — a meaningful Encore tradition.

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Page to Stage: Noises Off at Pioneer Theatre CompanyPage to Stage
December 19, 2025

Page to Stage: Noises Off at Pioneer Theatre Company

Page to Stage students traveled to Pioneer Theatre Company to experience the farce Noises Off performed by professionals.

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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr. Was a Hit!Productions
December 4, 2025

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr. Was a Hit!

Encore’s Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr. took flight, thrilling audiences with lively performances, imaginative choreography, and heartfelt storytellin…

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Page to Stage: The Lion King at The Smith CenterPage to Stage
December 4, 2025

Page to Stage: The Lion King at The Smith Center

Encore’s Page to Stage students traveled to Las Vegas to see The Lion King at The Smith Center — a day filled with music, movement, and unforgettab…

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Opening the Story: Table Work for A Christmas Carol — A New MusicalProductions
October 18, 2025

Opening the Story: Table Work for A Christmas Carol — A New Musical

Before staging begins, the cast gathers around the table to dig into the script. Here’s a look at table work for A Christmas Carol — A New Musical.

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Spotlight on Aspire Performing Co.’s Touring EnsembleAspire
October 11, 2025

Spotlight on Aspire Performing Co.’s Touring Ensemble

A spotlight on Illuminate, Aspire Performing Co.’s audition-based touring ensemble.

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Kicking Off Chitty Chitty Bang BangProductions
October 8, 2025

Kicking Off Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

The cast of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr. gathered for their first rehearsal to kick off the production.

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The Historic Electric Theater in St. George, UtahOur Home
June 27, 2024

The Historic Electric Theater in St. George, Utah

The story of the 1911 Electric Theater — southern Utah’s first motion picture house, the first air-conditioned building in St. George, and Encore’s…

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