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Tribute: Women in Jazz Press Release
The Encore Presents a Tribute to Women in Jazz, March 8 & 9 Dexter, Michigan Paying homage to luminaries such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughan, and Etta James, to name a few iconic jazz figures, award-winning jazz vocalist, Tammy McCann, takes us...
Encore Theatre’s Take on Stephen Sondheim’s Fairy-Tale Mashup “Into the Woods” Is Filled With Powerhouse Vocals
by Jenn McKeeWed, 02/21/2024 It’s fitting that I watched Encore Musical Theatre Company’s new production of Into the Woods with my 12-year-old daughter. Not just because the girl can sing every word of the show’s patter song (“Your Fault”)—she used to fall asleep...
‘Into the Woods’ review: Encore Offers an Unforgettable Reimagining of the Beloved Classic
Since its inception in the late 80s, the Stephen Sondheim classic “Into the Woods” has never lost its cultural relevance, especially among musical theater aficionados. Just as recently as 2022, the nearly 40-year-old production was revived on Broadway and then had the...
Encore’s “Into The Woods” Enchanting and Special
February 17, 2024 | David KileyDEXTER, MI–“Into the Woods” is an enchanting journey that weaves together classic fairy tales into a rich tapestry of humor, drama, and profound introspection. Directed by Matthew Brennan, the story and music from the visionary minds of...
Into the Woods Comes to The Encore Starring Broadway Veteran Jessica Grové
By: Stephi Wild | Jan. 31, 2024The Encore Musical Theatre Company has announced the impressive cast and creative team for their upcoming production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's timeless musical masterpiece, Into the Woods, running from February 15 - March...
Deck the Halls with Boughs of Corn: Encore Theatre’s “White Christmas” Hits All the Right Nostalgia Spots
Photo by Michele Anliker Photography.As a starting point, let’s just agree: White Christmas is pure, nostalgic corn. But ever since I was a kid, watching the 1954 Bing Crosby movie with my musical-loving mom, it’s always gotten me right in the feels. The world-wise...
‘White Christmas’ is a yuletide dream at Encore
REVIEW | December 08, 2023 | David KileyDEXTER, MI–As the holiday season descends upon the theater world, audiences donning their gay apparel headed to the Encore Musical Theatre are treated to a heartwarming spectacle in the stage musical adaptation of the timeless...
The Encore Honored with 22 Wilde Awards, Including Critics’ Choice
We are thrilled to share that The Encore has been awarded 22 Wilde Awards! The Wilde Awards are like the Tony Awards of Michigan theater! The top honor is the CRITICS' CHOICE AWARD that was awarded to The Encore for "transforming a promising black box theater in...
Cast Set For WHITE CHRISTMAS at the Encore
Stephi Wild | Broadway World The holiday season begins at The Encore Musical Theatre Company with Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. This must-see musical for families and theatre enthusiasts alike opens in the intimate Maas theatre space on November 30th and will run...
The Encore Theatre is Dreaming of a White Christmas the Whole Family Will Enjoy
STN Staff | The Sun Times The holiday season begins at The Encore Musical Theatre Company with Irving Berlin’s White Christmas. This must-see musical for families and theatre enthusiasts alike opens in the intimate Maas theatre space on November 30th and will run...