December 2020
The Artist-Activist: Centering Black Voices with Theresa Ruth Howard and Nicole Brewer
Tuesday, Dec 01, 2020 7:00pm“The only way to make the world a better place, is to be better people in it,” shared prolific dance choreographer, industry expert, and author Theresa Ruth Howard. The Artist-Activist: Centering Black Voices is pleased to host Howard along with anti-racist theater advocate Nicole Brewer fo...Read More

Manassas Ballet Theatre Artist Chat: The Nutcracker
Thursday, Dec 03, 2020 7:15pmPresented By: Hylton at Home
Journey to the Land of Sweets with the Sugar Plum Fairy and her cavalier. Manassas Ballet Theatre (MBT) Principle Dancers, Kaitlin Frankenfield and Joshua Burnham, share insights into the production of the beloved, holiday favorite, The Nutcracker. They will also discuss their many years of dancing...Read More

Chanticleer
Saturday, Dec 05, 2020 8:00pmJoin us in our tradition of ushering in the holiday season with peace, joy, and a cappella, with a specially recorded digital performance by Chanticleer! With their signature harmonic blend of 12 male voices ranging from soprano to bass, this festive holiday program features American hymns...Read More

At Home with Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy: A Celtic Family Christmas
Sunday, Dec 13, 2020 7:00pmA Celtic Family Christmas
Champion fiddlers Natalie MacMaster, Donnell Leahy, and their seven children welcome us directly into their home to experience Christmas with them like never before through a virtual performance. Join their family as they invite you into their home for...Read More

Step Afrika!’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show
Wednesday, Dec 16, 2020 7:30pmMason Artist-in-Residence
As the world’s first holiday show highlighting the African American tradition of stepping, Step Afrika!’s Magical Musical Holiday Step Show is a feast for the eyes and ears! Step Afrika!’s fabulous and furry friends from the Arctic Kingdom—Popper the Penguin along...Read More

Hylton at Home Story Corner: Flibbertigibbety Words: Young Shakespeare Chases Inspiration
Saturday, Dec 19, 2020 10:30amPresented By: Hylton at Home Story Corner
Written by Donna Guthrie, Illustrated by Åsa Gilland
With quotes and sly references to the famous works of William Shakespeare and the words he invented, this adventurous ode to language will delight readers young and old. It all starts one morning when words fly into William’s window. He wants to...Read More

Manassas Ballet Theatre: The Nutcracker
Thursday, Dec 24, 2020 7:30pmPresented By: Manassas Ballet Theatre
Sweet Clara, naughty Fritz, dancing dolls, Drosselmeyer, and the Nutcracker Prince embark on a dreamy journey of fantasy and sweets. Featuring the international company dancers of Manassas Ballet Theatre, plus an ensemble cast, this holiday tradition is fun for the entire family!
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Spring at the Hylton Center Update
Tuesday, Jan 26, 2021 7:00pmJoin us for this virtual event as we unveil the reimagined winter and spring season at the Hylton Performing Arts Center. Executive Director Rick Davis and Director of Programming Adrienne Bryant Godwin share details of new digital performances you can enjoy from the comfort of your home and in-pers...Read More

Veterans and the Arts Initiative: Smart Phone Photography Workshop Series
Wednesday, Feb 03, 2021 7:00pmWednesday, Feb 10, 2021 7:00pm
Wednesday, Feb 17, 2021 7:00pm
Instructor: Martin J. Cervantez, Master Sergeant, USA, (Ret.)
Join us for this smart phone photography course exploring the techniques, tricks, and tips to make beautiful photos. By using all features and controls of the smart phone camera, you will gain a greater understanding of various l...Read More

Veterans and the Arts Initiative: Ukulele Workshop Series Spring 2021 Level I
Tuesday, Feb 09, 2021 7:00pmTuesday, Feb 16, 2021 7:00pm
Tuesday, Feb 23, 2021 7:00pm
Tuesday, Mar 02, 2021 7:00pm
Have you always wanted to try the ukulele? Musicians of all skill levels are invited to participate in a four-week series of virtual lessons with Glen McCarthy, a guitar instructor at George Mason University. These teleworkshops will take place Tuesday evenings, and are FREE to Veterans, Se...Read More

Veterans and the Arts Initiative: Ukulele Workshop Series Spring 2021 Level II
Tuesday, Feb 09, 2021 8:00pmTuesday, Feb 16, 2021 8:00pm
Tuesday, Feb 23, 2021 8:00pm
Tuesday, Mar 02, 2021 8:00pm
Have you always wanted to try the ukulele? Musicians of all skill levels are invited to participate in a four-week series of virtual lessons with Glen McCarthy, a guitar instructor at George Mason University. These teleworkshops will take place Tuesday evenings, and are FREE to Veterans, Se...Read More

Veterans and the Arts Initiative: Dominion Energy Veterans Guitar Workshop Series Spring 2021, Level I
Tuesday, Mar 09, 2021 6:00pmTuesday, Mar 16, 2021 6:00pm
Tuesday, Mar 23, 2021 6:00pm
Tuesday, Mar 30, 2021 6:00pm
Tuesday, Apr 06, 2021 6:00pm
Tuesday, Apr 13, 2021 6:00pm
Tuesday, Apr 20, 2021 6:00pm
Tuesday, Apr 27, 2021 6:00pm
Have you always wanted to try the guitar, or are you looking for tips to improve your technique? Musicians of all skill levels are invited to participate in an eight-week series of virtual lessons with Glen McCarthy, guitar instructor at George Mason University. These teleworkshops will tak...Read More

Dominion Energy Veterans Guitar Workshop Series Spring 2021, Level II
Tuesday, Mar 09, 2021 8:00pmTuesday, Mar 16, 2021 8:00pm
Tuesday, Mar 23, 2021 8:00pm
Tuesday, Mar 30, 2021 8:00pm
Tuesday, Apr 06, 2021 8:00pm
Tuesday, Apr 13, 2021 8:00pm
Tuesday, Apr 20, 2021 8:00pm
Tuesday, Apr 27, 2021 8:00pm
Have you always wanted to try the guitar, or are you looking for tips to improve your technique? Musicians of all skill levels are invited to participate in an eight-week series of virtual lessons with Glen McCarthy, guitar instructor at George Mason University. These teleworkshops will tak...Read More

Veterans and the Arts Initiative: Exploring Self & Social Identity with Women Veterans: A Mixed Media Workshop, Sess. I
Thursday, Mar 18, 2021 7:00pmThursday, Mar 25, 2021 7:00pm
Thursday, Apr 01, 2021 7:00pm
Instructor: Andi Benge, School of Art, George Mason University
Want to make art at home? Join us for this three-part workshop exploring women Veterans’ self and social identity through mixed media. By learning how to combine several mediums you may already have at home with collaging tech...Read More

Veterans and the Arts Initiative: Exploring Self & Social Identity with Women Veterans: A Mixed Media Workshop, Sess. II
Thursday, Mar 18, 2021 8:00pmThursday, Mar 25, 2021 8:00pm
Thursday, Apr 01, 2021 8:00pm
Instructor: Andi Benge, School of Art, George Mason University
Want to make art at home? Join us for this three-part workshop exploring women Veterans’ self and social identity through mixed media. By learning how to combine several mediums you may already have at home with collaging tech...Read More

The Romeros with Isabel Leonard
Saturday, Apr 17, 2021 8:00pmPresented By: Hylton Presents
60th Anniversary Tour
Welcome the “Royal Family of Guitar,” the Romeros, for their 60th Anniversary tour. This quartet of Spanish guitarists encompasses three generations of virtuosos in one incredible family. The world-renowned ensemble has performed with nearly every major symphony in the United S...Read More
Youth Orchestras of Prince William: A Grand Finale
Sunday, May 02, 2021 2:00pmPresented By: Youth Orchestras of Prince William
YOPW closes its season in dramatic fashion with an afternoon of musical merriment honoring artistic excellence.
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Hylton Center Celebration of the Arts Alliance
Thursday, May 06, 2021 6:00pmOn May 6, the Hylton Performing Arts Center will host a virtual Celebration of the Arts Alliance. This first-ever event will highlight the outstanding artistic contributions and achievements of the Arts Alliance, celebrate their long history with the Hylton Center, and raise funds to support their c...Read More
Manassas Symphony Orchestra: Musical Legacies
Saturday, May 08, 2021 7:30pmPresented By: Manassas Symphony Orchestra
Peabody Institute senior flautist Hannah Tassler was born and spent her early years in Manassas. Named a Rising Star of the U.S. Galway Festival, she returns to town to play Malcolm Arnold’s Flute Concerto No. 1 and Charles Griffes’ Poem. The season ends with the heir to Beethoven...Read More
Manassas Chorale: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
Friday, Jun 04, 2021 7:30pmPresented By: Manassas Chorale
Take a musical journey with the Chorale, its smaller ensemble, orchestra, and the Greater Manassas Children’s Choir for an evening of music that features “time’ as a central theme (songs include “Yesterday,” “Today,” and “Tomorrow.”) Student singers Grades 2-8 join adults in this...Read More