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SUMMER 2024
SPECIAL TOPIC CAMPS

SIGNUPS ARE NOW OPEN!
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AGES 7-11 and 12-19

Summer Tuesdays through Thursdays,
1:00-4:00pm at our EAGLE campus
JOIN US FOR ART: Wildcraft - Mixed Media Watercolor

​JOIN US FOR FILM: Live Action (fight scene) Filmmaking

JOIN US FOR WRITING: Historical Fiction Story Creation
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JOIN US FOR MUSIC: Chamber Strings - Songwriting & Recording - Intro to Choir - Intro to Piano


JOIN US FOR ACTING: Auditioning - Shakespearean Comedy - Improv Character Toolbelt Workshop - Improv: Yes, And!



For M-F morning and afternoon Variety Camps for ages 4-12, click here.
We will run weekly summer sessions for adult classes. Details to come.

EACH SPECIAL TOPIC CAMP IS $175. THIS COST IS NON-REFUNDABLE BUT CAN BE APPLIED TO ANY OTHER ENCORE CLASSES IF AT LEAST 48 HOURS' NOTICE IS GIVEN.
ALL SUPPLIES ARE INCLUDED.

June 4-6
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1:00-4:00pm Tue-Thu

Instructors Carrie Walker and Daniel Maggard
WILDCRAFT (Ages 7-11)
Use nature and other materials to create projects such as nature weaving, nature stamp designs, and natural jewelry, etc. (instr. Carrie Walker)

YES, AND! IMPROV
Ages 12-19: It’s the art of everyday life in action! Take this all-experience level improv camp to become a better listener, exist in the moment, celebrate mistakes, and say, "yes and," to opportunities that come your way! In this camp you'll learn the basics of improvisational theatre and how to utilize those concepts in whatever art or skill you pursue!
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(instr. Daniel Maggard)

June 11-13
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1:00-4:00pm Tue-Thu

Instructors Daniel Maggard and Katie Backer
YES, AND! IMPROV
Ages 7-11: It’s the art of everyday life in action! Take this all-experience level improv camp to become a better listener, exist in the moment, celebrate mistakes, and say, "yes and," to opportunities that come your way! In this camp you'll learn the basics of improvisational theatre and how to utilize those concepts in whatever art or skill you pursue!
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(instr. Daniel Maggard)
HISTORICAL FICTION WRITING
Ages 12-19: Let’s bring history to life through creative storytelling! Learn about the ancient world while honing your writing skills. Writers in this camp will learn about research writing, character development, and plot creation while writing a short story over the course of the week. (instr. Katie Backer)

June 18-20
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1:00-4:00pm Tue-Thu

Instructors Darren Reynolds and Katie Backer
(with Danika Starrharrt)
HISTORICAL FICTION WRITING
Ages 7-11: Let’s bring history to life through creative storytelling! Learn about the ancient world while honing your writing skills. Writers in this camp will learn about research writing, character development, and plot creation while writing a short story over the course of the week. (instr. Katie Backer)
SONGWRITING AND RECORDING
Ages 12-19: ​Create a song in Encore's new fully professionally-equipped recording studio. On the first day, learn about song structure, relatable lyric writing, and how to pick chords. Then dive into arranging, recording, and the basics of mixing and production. If you play an instrument, bring it along (keyboards are already onsite). (instr. Darren Reynolds, recording production + Danika Starrharrt, songwriting)

June 25-27
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1:00-4:00pm Tue-Thu

Instructors Daniel Maggard and Vanessa Morse
INTRO TO PIANO (instr. Vanessa Morse)
Ages 7-11
CHARACTER TOOLBELT WORKSHOP (instr. Daniel Maggard)
Ages 12-19: Learn techniques that will bring your characters to life! This workshop is helpful to actors of all kinds, and designed to help you unlock your strengths as a performing artist. Through different exercises and games, you'll leave the class with several strong characters to pull out when needed or help you nail that theatre audition. 


July 9-11
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1:00-4:00pm Tue-Thu

Instructors Athena Watkins and Julien McGregor
LIVE ACTION FILMMAKING
Ages 7-11: Learn the basics of filmmaking while creating an ultra short, fun fight scene film with our professional cameras and production software. Day one we will choreograph and practice a safe "fight" scene. Day two we will film. Day three we will edit. Our film school always uses industry-standard processes to prepare our students for the real world of making movies. (instr. Julien McGregor)
SHAKESPEAREAN COMEDY
Ages 12-19: It's been 400 years: why do we still care about this dead guy? Discover the comedic tropes woven through Shakespeare's most entertaining plays, and see how they connect with our modern world. Students will write and act in their own hilarious versions of the classics.
(instr. Athena Watkins)


July 16-18
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1:00-4:00pm Tue-Thu

Instructors Daniel Maggard and Julien McGregor

Character Toolbelt Workshop Camp, July 16-18 (ages 7-11)

$175.00
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Live Action Filmmaking Camp, July 16-18 (ages 12-19)

$175.00
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CHARACTER TOOLBELT WORKSHOP (instr. Daniel Maggard)
Ages 7-11: Learn techniques that will bring your characters to life! This workshop is helpful to actors of all kinds, and designed to help you unlock your strengths as a performing artist. Through different exercises and games, you'll leave the class with several strong characters to pull out when needed or help you nail that theatre audition. 

LIVE ACTION FILMMAKING
Ages 12-19: Learn the basics of filmmaking while creating an ultra short, fun fight scene film with our professional cameras and production software. Day one we will choreograph and practice a safe "fight" scene. Day two we will film. Day three we will edit. Our film school always uses industry-standard processes to prepare our students for the real world of making movies. (instr. Julien McGregor)

July 23-25
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1:00-4:00pm Tue-Thu

Instructors ​Melanie Henry and Vanessa Morse

Chamber Strings Camp, July 23-25 (ages 12-19)

$175.00
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INTRO TO CHOIR WITH THE KODALY METHOD
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Ages 7-11 (instr. Vanessa Morse)
CHAMBER STRINGS
Ages 12-19: Geared for intermediate playing levels, this camp will learn ensemble pieces together, at times dividing into duet or trio groups depending on the total number of students who enroll. Students will be taught string technique, tips to sightread better, and music theory for string players, as well as be coached on their performance skills.
(instr. Melanie Henry)

July 30-Aug 1
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1:00-4:00pm Tue-Thu

Instructors Athena Watkins and Lisa Cheney

Mixed Media Watercolor Butterfly Camp, July 30-Aug 1 (ages 7-11)

$175.00
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Ace Your Audition Camp, July 30-Aug 1 (ages 12-19)

$175.00
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MIXED MEDIA WATERCOLOR BUTTERFLY ​(instr. Lisa Cheney)
Ages 7-11: Learn many different ways that watercolor can be used in combination with other mediums, such as ink, colored pencil, watercolor pencils, and more. Students will apply the skills they have learned by creating a stunning mixed media butterfly painting.
ACE YOUR AUDITION
Ages 12-19: What makes a "good" theatre audition? Learn strategies for success in this teen acting intensive. Students will complete the course with a performance-ready monologue, theatre resume (including their vocal range), and cold reading experience. Go into Fall audition season with confidence!
(instr. Athena Watkins)


Aug 6-8
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1:00-4:00pm Tue-Thu

Instructors Athena Watkins ​and Lisa Cheney

Intro to Theatre Options Camp, Aug 6-8 (ages 7-11)

$175.00
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Mixed Media Watercolor Butterfly Camp, Aug. 6-8 (ages 12-19)

$175.00
Save Spot
INTRO TO THEATRE OPTIONS
Ages 7-11: Learn about acting in Improv, Theatre, and Musical Theatre! In this three-day intensive, students will spend a day on each subject, exploring their differences and similarities. A quick guide: Improv is acting without a script, Theatre is acting with a script, and Musical Theatre is acting, singing, and dancing. Find out which you enjoy the most! (instr. Athena Watkins)
MIXED MEDIA WATERCOLOR BUTTERFLY ​(instr. Lisa Cheney)
Ages 12-19: Learn many different ways that watercolor can be used in combination with other mediums, such as ink, colored pencil, watercolor pencils, and more. Students will apply the skills they have learned by creating a stunning mixed media butterfly painting.

​Join the Joy - Live the Excellence
We are one community and one mission, but two Treasure Valley locations for your convenience.
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FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE: Open an Encore near you

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NORTH TREASURE VALLEY CENTER 
1045 S Ancona Ave #140, Eagle, ID 83616
Desk Hours:
​​Mon-Fri 11:00am-7:00pm
208-570-9674

(The center is also open for students during any other scheduled lessons or classes.)
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SOUTH TREASURE VALLEY CENTER
3017 S Meridian Rd, Meridian, ID 83642
Desk Hours:
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​Mon-Fri 11:00am-7:00pm
208-570-9622

(The center is also open for students during any other scheduled lessons or classes.)


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  • Welcome
  • Free Demo Days
  • About
    • Testimonials
    • Instructors
    • Our Story
    • Our Founder-Director
    • FAQ's
    • Franchise Opportunities
  • Private Lessons
  • 2025-2026 Classes
  • Summer 2025
    • Summer 2025 Weekly
    • Summer Variety Camps (ages 5-10) at Meridian
    • Summer Special Topic Intensives at Eagle
    • Summer Youth Symphony 2025
    • Piano Alive / Uke Alive
    • Group Class Descriptions
  • Micro School
  • Community Arts Rave - June 14 2025
  • Broadway at Encore
  • Events
    • Calendar
    • Teen Nights
    • Recent Past Events >
      • Spring 2025 Showcase
      • Free Open Mics
      • Spring Day Camps
      • Spring Bouquet Workshop
      • Branch Weaving Workshops
      • Collage & Mixed Media Workshops
      • Musical Production Workshops
      • Fall 2024 Showcase
      • Gift Making Workshops
      • Cinematography and Editing Course
      • Date Nights (Creative Kids' Care)
      • Free Aspiring Authors Group
      • Rug Painting Workshop
      • Petals and Pumpkins
      • Pour Painting Workshop
      • Mary Poppins 2024
      • Purely Danika: Immersive Solo Concert
      • Rock Painting Workshop
      • Spring 2024 Showcase
      • Teen Glow Night
      • Valentine's Craft Night
      • Tony Segale Brush Lettering Immersive Workshop
  • Students / Signups
    • New Student Registration
    • Student Resources >
      • Current Student Portal
      • Spring 2025 Recital Signups
      • Policies + FAQ
      • Financial Help
      • Emerging Creatives Scholarship Application
      • Withdrawal Form
      • Merch
      • Promo Partners
      • Certifications
      • Musical Learning Styles
      • Songs that teach music
      • Shine Again
  • Services
    • Encore the Magazine
    • Recording Studio
    • Starrharrt Symphonic
    • Private Parties
    • Field Trips
    • Rental Instruments
    • Advertise with Us
  • Contact