Encore Theatrical Arts Project

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We are the Non-Profit Performing Arts Company of Encore Performers! 🌟

Encore Theatrical Arts Project (ETAP) is a performing arts company based just outside of Washington DC. Founded in 1996 by award-winning performer, director and choreographer, Raynor van der Merwe; ETAP was created to provide advanced musical theatre dancers with the training, education, and performance opportunities to prepare them for successful professional careers in musical theatre. Over 25 years later, ETAP is an esteemed performing arts company that has staged and produced over 50 productions and several thousand performances of their very own original musicals. The company has participated in cultural exchanges of music and dance with over 100,000 audience members worldwide. ETAP has traveled on international performance tours to China, Spain, Italy, France, Greece, and South Africa. Their alumni have been seen performing on Broadway, at Radio City Music Hall as Rockettes, on US National Touring Companies, and on well-known Cruise Ships. Recognizing that the arts enrich all of our lives, the mission of Encore Theatrical Arts Project was created to entertain and enlighten audiences with a wide range of musical and dance genres, while providing educational and performing opportunities for aspiring professionals.

10/15/2026

The cast list has been checked twice! 🎄

We're so excited to introduce the cast of SANTA WHO?, ETAP's brand-new original holiday musical. With 30+ performers and 20+ musical numbers, this is a show the whole family will love. Congratulations to everyone, and tag your favorite cast member in the comments!

🗓️ 12 performances, December 5–13
📍 Richard J. Ernst Theater, NOVA Annandale Campus
🎟️ Tickets: https://www.encore-tap.org/tickets

Bringing a group of 10 or more? Ask about our Stage Door Experience, which includes a pre-show dance class on stage with a former Broadway performer, a backstage tour, and a cast meet and greet.

10/05/2026

SANTA WHO? tickets are officially on sale! 🎟️

The Toy Testers have arrived! - lucky children who help Santa's elves test out the newest toys! And Ginger, Santa's most confident elf, hopes for a perfect match and instead gets paired with a quiet little girl named Lily. But when Mortimer, a villainous ex-elf, shows up with a scheme to replace Santa, will this unlikely duo be able to save Christmas?

11 performances, Dec 5–13 at the Richard J. Ernst Theater in Annandale. Seats are assigned, so the earlier you book, the better your seats: https://www.encore-tap.org/tickets

Know someone who's never seen an Encore show? This is the year to bring them 🎄

06/01/2026

Our ETAP Seniors, and the company they’ve helped shape. ❤️

This group is full of genuinely kind, hardworking dancers who show up for each other every day. The talent speaks for itself, but what we’re most proud of is the culture they’ve created—one that values teamwork, encouragement, and a love of performing.

Here’s to 30 YEARS! 🙌🌟

05/29/2026

Big Broadway energy from start to finish. 🎭✨

Don’t miss ONLY IN NEW YORK! 🌟 Tickets on sale at encore-tap.org

05/28/2026

Last one. Best one. 💕

05/28/2026

Don’t miss these Dreamgirls! ❤️‍🔥 Tickets on sale now at encore-tap.org for our 30th anniversary show.

05/27/2026

If dress rehearsal looks like this… just wait for the show 🔥❤️‍🔥 Too Darn Hot bringing the energy every single time.

May 29th & 30th
Tickets on sale now at encore-tap.org

05/25/2026

FASCINATING RHYTHM 🎶

Music: Michael Feinstein
Choreography: .vdmerwe
Dancers:

05/23/2026

Our 30th Anniversary show, “ONLY IN NEW YORK” is a can’t miss! 🩵✈️ Tickets are on sale now at encore-tap.org

05/12/2026

We’re still hooked on ! ❤️

See this number and many more in ONLY IN NEW YORK! ✨ Tickets on sale at encore-tap.org

Choreography: .vdmerwe

Address

4299 Henninger Court
Chantilly, VA
20151

Telephone

+17032225511

Website

http://www.encore-tap.org/

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