In rehearsal: Nicholas Boone, Cate Davis, Malena Davis, and Caroline Culberson. Larry McClemons
Arlington — Uncover the mystery of “The 12 Dancing Princesses” in Encore Stage & Studio’s production running through June 8 at Thomas Jefferson Community Theatre, 125 S. Old Glebe Road, Arlington. The show is recommended for ages 4 and up.
Every night the King sends his 12 princesses off to bed with brand new shoes in a secure chamber in the castle. However, every morning the King awakes to find the shoes worn as if the girls had been dancing all night. Since no one will confess to what has happened, the King promises his kingdom to anyone who can discover his daughters’ secret within three days.
Sarah Conrad, the director, has been involved with Encore since 2005, first as a performer for many years and recently as a choreographer, technical director and set builder. Recently, Conrad choreographed and assistant directed Encore’s production of “The Little Mermaid Jr.”
Joining Conrad on the production team are Kristen Jepperson (set designer and build and technical designer), Marji Jepperson (props/set dressing designer), Debra Leonard (costume designer, build and make-up designer) and Gary Hauptman (lighting designer).