Catch a night of laughter and Shakespearean fun with The Comedy of Errors on Saturday, Feb. 15, at 8 p.m. Presented by The Acting Company, this modern verse translation by 2022 Tony Award nominee Christina Anderson brings a fresh twist to one of Shakespeare’s earliest and most beloved comedies.
Expect mistaken identities, hilarious chaos, and a race against the clock as Antipholus and his servant, Dromio, navigate a world of confusion.
Tickets start at $29, with half-price options available for youth through Grade 12. The performance will be captioned. Get your tickets here: Event Link.
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Prince William County Board of Supervisors Chair At-large Deshundra Jefferson delivered her annual State of the County address during the board's organizational meeting on January 14, 2025. Jefferson reflected on the board's achievements in 2024 and outlined priorities for the coming year, emphasizing collaboration, financial stewardship, and community investment.
Achievements in 2024
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The programs are both being held at George Mason University’s Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas. The programs focus on different topics and presented by two experts in their own right.
LLI offers two programs each year in the fall and spring for adults aged 50 and over, drawing on members, local college faculty and residents’ expertise. Classes are typically held at the Hylton Center, as well as local churches, mosques, the Manassas Park Recreation Center and the Manassas campus of Northern Virginia Community College.
The first presentation from 10:30 a.m. to noon will be given by Gene Schmiel, a retired U.S. Department of State foreign service officer, former history professor and Civil War lecturer at LLI before, on the steamboats traversing the Mississippi River following the Louisiana Purchase.
The second presentation, held from 1:30 to 3 p.m., will be given by Judge Craig Johnston, a semi-retired Prince William County Circuit Court Judge and lawyer in Manassas for more than 30 years. Johnston will discuss when and how the Constitution is applied in cases in Virginia Courts.
Registration is not required, and more information on these programs and upcoming ones can be found on LLI’s website.
Press Release:
Edutainment Productions at OSA (Open Space Arts) is proud to announce “Harmony of Horizons,” an innovative multidisciplinary performance that pushes the boundaries of artistic collaboration and explores the future of arts institutions. This captivating 25-minute production, written by veteran broadway theatre artist Herb Williams, will debut on September 14th, opening up the 2024 PWC Arts Alive Festival at the Hylton Performing Arts Center.
“Harmony of Horizons” seamlessly blends music, dance, visual art, Fashion, and spoken word to create a unique and immersive experience. The performance features a diverse ensemble of talented artists, including singers, rappers, dramatic actors, ballet dancers, and live visual artists, all coming together to showcase the power of artistic synergy. Notably, Harmony of Horizons is set to spotlight a diverse cast including students from across Prince William County as they take the stage alongside seasoned professionals.
Key highlights of the performance include:
- Original musical scores arranged specifically for this production
- Live musicians (piano, bass, drums, saxophonist) accompanied by vocalists and a rapper
- Ballet dancers interpreting the music through expressive choreography
- Visual artists creating a live works
- A thought-provoking dialogue on the future of arts institutions, emphasizing accessibility, technology, and multidisciplinary collaboration
Christopher James, Development Director at Edutainment Productions, states, “With ‘Harmony of Horizons,’ we’re not just putting on a show; we’re presenting a vision for the future of the arts. This performance demonstrates how traditional and contemporary art forms can come together to create something truly extraordinary.”
The production aims to entertain while also informing the audience about the importance of forward-thinking in arts institutions. It serves as a model for how varied artistic expressions can unite to create an experience greater than the sum of its parts.
Open Space Arts invites media representatives to attend a special preview rehearsal of “Harmony of Horizons” on [Last Rehearsal]. This event will provide an opportunity for interviews with the creative team and performers.
For more information about “Harmony of Horizons” or to schedule an interview, please contact Isaiah Luckey at [email protected] or (703) 586-2540.About Open Space Arts: Open Space Arts is a leading cultural institution dedicated to promoting artistic expression and fostering creativity in Northern Virginia. Through innovative programming and community engagement, Open Space Arts strives to make the arts accessible to all while pushing the boundaries of artistic collaboration.
The 2024 Arts Alive! Festival, a free and family-friendly event, will be held at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Saturday, September 14, featuring art, dance, music, and more. Organized by the Prince William County Arts Council, Parks and Recreation Department, and the Hylton Performing Arts Center, the event includes performances, activities, food, and craft vendors, and will take place rain or shine.
Press release:
2024 Arts Alive! will feature art, dance, music and more
Free event takes place at Hylton Performing Arts Center on Saturday, September 14
WHAT: Arts Alive! is Prince William County’s free, family-friendly community arts festival produced jointly by the Prince William County Arts Council, the County Department of Parks and Recreation and the Hylton Performing Arts Center. The annual arts festival features the talents of Prince William County Arts Council members and other community performers and fine artists.
Enjoy activities for all ages, multiple stages of performances, food and craft vendors, and more! Come out and celebrate your local arts community!
Admission is free and food and beverages will be available for purchase. Event will take place rain or shine.
A full schedule of events will be released soon.
WHEN: Saturday, September 14, 2024, 12 noon – 5 p.m.
WHERE: Hylton Performing Arts Center
10960 George Mason Circle
Manassas, VA 20110
Bricks & Minifigs of Woodbridge sponsors an ARTfactory Pied Piper Theatre Intensive, Anastasia the Musical.
Anastasia: The Musical is a 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway musical. The story unfolds from the end of the Russian Empire to the 1920s Paris. A young woman seeks to resolve the mystery of her past while a Soviet officer tries to stop her. She teams up with a con man and a former aristocrat on a journey to find a home, love, and family.
Performances are scheduled at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Friday, July 26, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, July 27, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Ticket prices are $25 for adults, $20 for seniors, students, and early-bird adults, and $17 for early-bird students and seniors.
On Tuesday, January 23, 2024, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) is set to host a high-profile event at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on George Mason University’s SciTech Campus outside Manassas, featuring President Joe Biden, first lady Jill Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and second gentleman Douglas Emhoff.
This event is not affiliated with the university and is strictly invitation-only, states a university spokeswoman. Security measures will be robust to ensure the safety of attendees and dignitaries. The anticipated high-profile nature of the gathering is expected to result in significant traffic and parking disruptions on and around the SciTech Campus.
Parking restrictions will be enforced starting Monday at 11 p.m., with limited access to various parking lots. The Hylton parking lot, Beacon resident and retail parking lots, Tower Hall parking lot, and Cannon parking lot will be off-limits to the public during this period.
Furthermore, starting at noon on Tuesday, parking in the Occoquan and Discovery lots will be exclusively reserved for event attendees. George Mason University students and employees are advised to utilize the King and Freedom Center parking lots after noon.
While Mason Shuttles will continue to operate on its regular schedule, there will be no pick-up or drop-off at the Hylton Performing Arts Center. Those who work or attend classes at SciTech are urged to factor in extra time for entering and exiting the campus, as intermittent closures of campus and adjacent roads to traffic are expected.
A university spokeswoman states that the university administration encourages all campus community members to plan accordingly, considering the potential disruptions caused by the event.
Airport restrictions in effect
A temporary flight restriction occurs from 2:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Manassas Regional Airport. This includes no aircraft activity, practice approaches, touch-and-gos, and drone activity, the airport posted to Facebook. Wakeman Drive will be closed south of the intersection of Harry J Parrish and Wakeman Drive. Follow traffic directions and plan for additional travel time, airport management states.
The airport is the largest municipal airport in Virignia.
Leadership Prince William announces its upcoming “Mardi Gras Casino ” fundraiser, which is scheduled for March 22, 2024, at the Hylton Performing Arts Center, 10960 George Mason Circle, near Manassas.
The event runs from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and features a live auction, hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar. Tickets are $75 each and open to the public.
Leadership Prince William is a private non-profit organization that serves Prince William County and the Cities of Manassas and Manassas Park. The mission is to engage individuals, organizations, and alumni for collaborative leadership to enrich the community.
For ticket information and event details, visit leadershipprincewilliam.org.
Leadership Prince William is a private non-profit organization operating under section 501(c)(3), dedicated to engaging and inspiring individuals, organizations, and alumni to enrich the community through collaborative leadership. Serving Prince William County and the Cities of Manassas and Manassas Park, the organization fosters leadership skills and community involvement.
Prince William County Government: “The Swearing-In Ceremony for the Prince William Board of County Supervisors, the Clerk to the Circuit Court, the Commonwealth’s Attorney, and the Sheriff will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024. The ceremony will begin at 6:30 p.m. in Merchant Hall at the Hylton Performing Arts Centers, 10960 George Mason Circle in Manassas. The public is invited to attend the ceremony and stay for the reception immediately following.”
“Those unable to attend can watch the ceremony live on the county’s YouTube channel.”
