Auditions and crew interviews for Madeline’s Christmas are quickly approaching! Join Encore at Cherrydale UMC on:

• Audition Dates: Sept. 15, 2026 | 5:30-8:30 PM
• Audition Location: Cherrydale United Methodist Church

Students aged 9 and older are invited to audition for the cast, and students 12 and older may also interview for crew positions.

Please arrive 20 minutes prior to your scheduled audition or interview slot. Please plan to wait; time slots are meant to stagger arrivals and are not a guarantee of when you will be seen. Arrive with your cast/crew paperwork, including a filled-out conflict calendar. Typed is very helpful if possible. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothes for movement.

Visit the link below to sign up for a time slot. No prior preparation is needed. More information about auditions can be found here.

• Production Dates: November 20-22, December 5-6 & 11-13, 2026
• Production Location: Gunston Theatre (2700 S. Lang St., Arlington, VA 22206)

Plot Synopsis: “In an old house in Paris that was covered with vines lived 12 little girls in two straight lines.” So begins Madeline’s Christmas! After a cheerful day of adventures and French lessons, a sudden case of the flu leaves everyone in Miss Clavel’s house feeling under the weather… except Madeline. As Christmas Eve arrives, Madeline sets out to bring hope, joy, and a little holiday magic to her friends. Filled with heart, laughter, and festive wonder, this charming classic is a cozy celebration of kindness, courage, and the magic of the season.

About Encore Stage & Studio: “Theatre by Kids, for Kids!” Founded in 1967, Encore Stage & Studio inspires young people to develop the creativity, empathy, and confidence they need to create meaningful connections with peers and have a positive impact in their communities. Encore strives to educate and entertain by offering productions each season that are by and for young people, and through enriching classes and workshops with qualified, enthusiastic teaching artists. Encore Stage & Studio is committed to promoting inclusion and equitable access to all of its programs. We believe that an artistic community is enhanced through diversity.