Hylton Performing Arts Center Subscription Brochure 22-23 Season by College of Visual and Performing Arts

HYLTON PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

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LET ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT INSPIRE YOU THE 2022-2023 SEASON at the Hylton Performing Arts Center will take you on a creative journey of awe and inspiration. Begin the season with the stunning talent of Broadway star Norm Lewis; move to the beat with Aida Cuevas’s lively mariachi music; and tap your toes to Farruquito’s famed flamenco dance. The season continues on with performances by extraordinarily talented musicians such as Soweto Gospel Choir, Concerto Budapest Symphony Orchestra, and Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents.

Our stage welcomes back favorites Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra, Chanticleer, American Festival Pops Orchestra, and Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel. Lucy Loves Desi: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Sitcom takes audiences on a stroll down memory lane in a behind-the-scenes look at one of America’s best-loved TV shows of all time. From authentic performances of music and dance from around the world to the popular Hylton Family Series designed for the youngest arts lovers, this season has something for everyone.

Above: Mark Morris Dance Group Cover: Riley Mulherkar, Jazz at Lincoln Center Due to ongoing health concerns related to COVID-19, venue policies may change as appropriate. See current policies at HyltonCenter.org/expect. Photo credit: Mat Hayward

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Events that are appropriate for audience members of all ages, including children, to enjoy together are identified by this All Ages symbol. ALL KEY PPD

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Table of Contents Hylton Presents............................................... 4–12

Arts Partners..................................................18–19

Friends of the Hylton Center............................. 13

Plan Your Visit.....................................................20

Hylton Family Series.......................................14–15

Seating Chart & Accessibility.............................21

Matinee Idylls....................................................... 16

Subscriptions................................................22–23

American Roots Series.........................................17

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AN EVENING WITH NORM LEWIS Welcome trailblazing Broadway legend Norm Lewis for an unforgettable evening of stories and songs that highlight his career on stage, including leading turns in Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, The Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess, and Sweeney Todd. This Emmy, Tony, and SAG Award nominee most recently starred in the Netflix film “Da 5 Bloods” by Spike Lee and the landmark FX series, “Pose.” Lewis made history as the first African-American actor to play the title role in The Phantom of the Opera on Broadway and earned Tony and Drama Desk Award nominations for his performance in The Gershwin’s Porgy and Bess. Don’t miss the warm-hearted, charismatic, and sonorous Norm Lewis perform the hits he helped make famous on Broadway on the intimate Merchant Hall stage. $70, $55, $40 PPD ALL Sunday, September 18 at 7 p.m.

KEYBOARD CONVERSATIONS® WITH JEFFREY SIEGEL Music for the Young and Youthful For the young and young at heart! This Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel concert is something the whole family can enjoy. Experience some of the most familiar, playful tunes in the piano repertoire, including Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Flight of the Bumblebee”, Chopin’s “Cat Waltz”, and Mozart’s 12 Variations on Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star. Peppered throughout the concert, Jeffrey will share insights and anecdotes about each work and composer, deepening the concert experience whether you are 6 or 106. Both a virtuoso pianist and a masterful educator, Jeffrey Siegel’s Keyboard Conversations® are a truly one of a kind “concert with commentary” treat for classical music newcomers and connoisseurs alike! An interactive question and answer session will conclude this program. $50, $43, $29 ALL Sunday, October 2 at 2 p.m.

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MUMMENSCHANZ 50 Years

Spectacular large-scale masks, clever puppetry, and inventive use of shadow and light delight the whole family in Mummenschanz’s “50 Years.” The Swiss troupe creatively cuts through cultural and language boundaries in a performance of wordless poetry and whimsical theater. Mummenschanz became a household name in the 1970s thanks to special appearances on The Muppet Show, Johnny Carson Show, and Sesame Street, and their unforgettable performance style developed even more fans during their Broadway run from 1970-1980. Celebrating half a century of performances, “50 Years” reprises classic sketches and characters like “Tube Man” and “Clay Masks” as well as the next generation of silent wonders. Beloved by people of all ages around the globe, Mummenschanz sparks the imagination with its manipulation of everyday objects while offering lighthearted and universal insights into the human condition. “Mummenschanz succeeds brilliantly because of its originality, exceptional ingenuity, sense of surprise, and deft satirical touches” (San Francisco Chronicle). $50, $43, $30 PPD ALL Sunday, October 23 at 7 p.m.

AIDA CUEVAS

45 Aniversario– Yo Creo Que Es Tiempo All hail the “Queen of Ranchera Music,” Aida Cuevas! In her debut at the Hylton Center, this GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY winner will fill Merchant Hall with lively mariachi music, the powerful energy of her stage presence, and the rich effervescence of her voice. Her accompanying band, Mariachi Aztlán, includes special guest musicians on the requinto guitar, accordion, percussion, and keys. With more than 30 albums, Cuevas has earned a large and loyal international fan base for her unswerving devotion to traditional mariachi music and her mastery of its demanding vocal forms. Don’t miss one of Mexico’s leading voices in a concert celebrating 45 years of ranchera prominence. “Cuevas is to Mexico what Aretha Franklin is to the United States: a powerful voice that encapsulates the essence of her nation’s spirit” (The Kansas City Star). $50, $43, $30 PPD

Saturday, October 29 at 8 p.m.

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FARRUQUITO Intimate Farruquito

International flamenco megastar, Farruquito, ignites the stage with raw emotion, extraordinary artistry, and captivating energy. Heralded as “the greatest flamenco dancer of this new century” by The New York Times, Farruquito shares his personal journey through traditional flamenco of the past as well as new stylings that have shaped flamenco into what it is today. As heir to the most renowned Gypsy flamenco dynasty, Farruquito began his love affair with flamenco at the young age of 6, dancing in his grandfather’s Broadway show. His mission in life is to share the profound poetry and freedom of flamenco. His newest show, Intimate Farruquito, opens a window into the history of flamenco dance, as well as songs that have most influenced his artistry. With a stellar cast of dancers, live musicians, and vocalists, Farruquito’s tangos, bulerías, and alegrías bring the expressive beauty of flamenco to life! $50, $43, $30 PPD ALL Sunday, October 30 at 7 p.m.

METROPOLITAN JAZZ ORCHESTRA Salute to the Military Darden Purcell, vocals Celebrate Veterans Day week with Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra’s “Salute to the Military.” Vocalist Darden Purcell, Mason Director of Jazz Studies and Jazz Voice, joins Artistic Director and virtuoso saxophonist Jim Carroll and his Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra for an unforgettable evening of jazz standards celebrating our Military’s Veterans, Servicemembers and their families. The evening will feature music from the Jazz Age and eras of World War I and World War II. Highlights include a medley of songs from the Andrews Sisters, such as “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” and “Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree,” as well as iconic hits like “Sentimental Journey.” Founded by Carroll, the Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra comprises the finest jazz performers in the metro region and is always a treat for our audiences. $48, $41, $28 PPD Saturday, November 12 at 8 p.m. Free for Veterans and Servicemembers with ID (up to 2 tickets each). George Mason University’s Veterans and the Arts Initiative is a proud sponsor of this performance, providing free tickets for Veterans and Servicemembers.

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CHANTICLEER

A Chanticleer Christmas Join us in our tradition of ushering in the holiday season with peace, joy and a cappella! Chanticleer’s 12 male voices, from soprano to bass, blend together perfectly in spellbinding harmony. This concert features the group’s signature blend of Renaissance music, Gospel hymns, Christmas carols from all around the globe, and songs from the Great American Songbook. Experience for yourself the unparalleled clarity and precision of the “world’s reigning male chorus” (The New York Times). Since forming four decades ago, Chanticleer has sold more than 1 million albums and won two GRAMMY Awards. “Chanticleer fascinates and enthralls for much the same reason a fine chocolate or a Rolls Royce does: through luxurious perfection” (Los Angeles Times). $55, $47, $33 PPD ALL Sunday, November 27 at 4 p.m.

Holiday Performance Sponsor

SOWETO GOSPEL CHOIR HOPE: It’s Been a Long Time Coming

Direct from South Africa, welcome the three-time GRAMMY Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir for an exuberant night of African Gospel, spirituals, reggae, contemporary pop, and holiday music. For more than 20 years, Soweto’s awe-inspiring 20-member ensemble has spread its earthy rhythms, rich harmonies, brilliant costumes, and infectious spirit around the globe. These powerhouse performers have shared the stage with some of the biggest names in entertainment, including U2, Stevie Wonder, Peter Gabriel, Thomas Newman, Celine Dion, Christopher Tin, and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Freedom songs and music of Aretha Franklin, Harry Belafonte, and Mahalia Jackson will fill the venue and your soul. Enjoy holiday renditions of “Silent Night,” an exhilarating take on Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” and many more of your favorite Christmas carols performed as only Soweto Gospel Choir can do! $50, $43, $30 PPD ALL Friday, December 2 at 8 p.m.

Holiday Performance Sponsor

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AMERICAN FESTIVAL POPS ORCHESTRA

Holiday Pops: Songs of the Season Just hear those sleigh bells jingling. Ring ting tingling too. Come out to the Hylton Center for timeless holiday favorites with the American Festival Pops Orchestra. This beloved tradition celebrates the season with treasured classics that warm the heart and soul! Join us as we welcome newly appointed Artistic Director and Conductor Peter Wilson, along with a special guest appearance by Conductor Emeritus Anthony Maiello, among other musical treats. You and yours—even the “bah humbug” Scrooges—are sure to leave aglow and flush with holiday spirit. $60, $51, $36 PPD

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Friday, December 9 at 8 p.m. Holiday Performance Sponsor

A CELTIC CHRISTMAS WITH SEÁN HEELY Seán Heely, U.S. National Scottish fiddle champion and folk singer, returns for an encore performance to celebrate the holiday season with Celtic Christmas music. Take a magical winter tour through the Scottish Highlands and across the rugged Irish coast with Gaelic carols and songs, tucked in perfectly with lively Irish tunes and familiar Christmas melodies with a Celtic twist. With fiddles, bagpipes, tartans, kilts, and Scottish and Irish dancing, Seán Heely’s A Celtic Christmas is sure to put you in the holiday spirit. $46, $39, $28 PPD ALL Sunday, December 11 at 4 p.m.

Holiday Performance Sponsor

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CONCERTO BUDAPEST SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA András Keller, conductor Zoltán Fejérvári, piano

Franz Lehár: Overture to The Merry Widow Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor, Op. 1 Dvořák: Symphony No. 9 in E minor “From the New World”, Op. 95 Enjoy a radiant concert of masterpieces performed by the Concerto Budapest Symphony Orchestra, one of Hungary’s oldest and most vibrant ensembles. Young Hungarian piano superstar Zoltán Fejérvári performs Brahms’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor and the evening also features works by central European masters, including Dvořák’s popular and beloved New World Symphony. A prominent Hungarian violinist in his own right, András Keller has revitalized the century-old orchestra since becoming its conductor in 2007. Today, Concerto Budapest Symphony Orchestra is known for its expansive classical repertoire and collaborations with highly sought-after soloists like Fejérvári, who Gramophone calls “a deeply communicative artist…[with] magisterial command of his instrument…[and] impeccable musicality.” $55, $47, $33 PPD ALL Sunday, January 22 at 2 p.m.

MACHINE DE CIRQUE La Galerie

What happens when a well-intentioned circus invades a serious, monochromatic museum exhibit? Hilarious, highflying, color-filled pandemonium, of course! In La Galerie, seven zany acrobats, one electrifying musician, and plenty of popcorn transform a black and white art exhibit into a colorful feast for the senses. Audiences of all ages will be in awe as the endearing characters defy museum etiquette and explore the exhibition from the inside out. Experience exhilarating feats of juggling, balance, teeterboard, hand-to-hand acrobatics, and good fun in this clever ode to creativity. Since 2015, this Quebec City-based circus company has dazzled audiences around the world with performances that blend acrobatics, poetry, and humor to touch the mind and heart. $48, $41, $29 PPD ALL Saturday, February 4 at 8 p.m. Sunday, February 5 at 2 p.m.

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MARK MORRIS DANCE GROUP Featuring

THE MMDG MUSIC ENSEMBLE Pepperland Legendary choreographer Mark Morris celebrates The Beatles in his critically-acclaimed Pepperland! Thanks to Morris’s distinctive wit, musicality, and inventiveness, Pepperland transforms The Beatles’ music into a performance that fills the stage with color and high-energy dance. This evening-length work features choreography set to new arrangements of familiar songs from The Beatles’ Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band as well as original music by Ethan Iverson (formerly of The Bad Plus), all with live musical accompaniment. With brightly hued Mod-inspired costumes, whimsical humor, and exuberant dance, Pepperland is “…a truly joyous, celebratory work of art…a brilliant homage to one of the great rock albums,” raves The Telegraph. Founded in 1980, the Mark Morris Dance Group is lauded as the world’s preeminent dance company. You won’t want to miss this much-anticipated cultural event of the season and the Mark Morris Dance Group’s Hylton Center debut! $55, $47, $33 PPD ALL Saturday, February 11 at 8 p.m.

L.A. Theatre Works

LUCY LOVES DESI: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Sitcom

Susan Albert Loewenberg, Producing Director By Gregg Oppenheimer Lucy’s biggest scheme ever? Persuading the CBS studio heads to air I Love Lucy in the first place! Stroll down memory lane in this behind-the-scenes look at one of America’s best-loved TV shows of all time. From 1951 to 1957, America tuned in to see what crazy plans Lucy concocted with her bestie, Ethel. From Gregg Oppenheimer, son of I Love Lucy’s creator, comes the extraordinary story behind the show: how Lucille Ball fought to represent her real-life multiethnic marriage to television viewers; how she insisted that the show be filmed before a studio audience in Hollywood; and how she convinced the writers to incorporate her actual pregnancy into the storyline, an absolute taboo in the 1950s. L.A. Theatre Works’ radio-style production of Lucy Loves Desi: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Sitcom presents the hilarious true story behind America’s beloved comedy. $46, $39, $28 PPD Sunday, February 26 at 4 p.m.

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JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER PRESENTS Songs We Love

You don’t have to take a train to New York City to indulge in the polished brass, spirited improvisation, and syncopated rhythms of Jazz at Lincoln Center. Trumpeter Riley Mulherkar, the “youngster to keep an eye on” (The Wall Street Journal), leads an all-star band made up of New York’s brightest, emerging jazz talent in Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents: Songs We Love. The program explores the first 50 years of early blues and jazz music, covering classic songs from “Ma” Rainey, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Judy Garland, and more. Jazz at Lincoln Center has been at the vanguard of jazz performance and preservation worldwide for more than three decades. Under the direction of Wynton Marsalis, Jazz at Lincoln Center has brought the art form of jazz from the heart of New York City to over 446 cities in more than 40 countries. The virtuosic rising stars of Jazz at Lincoln Center will inspire confidence in the future of the uniquely American art form while riffing on its storied past. $48, $41, $29 PPD ALL Sunday, March 5 at 4 p.m.

DERVISH Take a musical journey along Ireland’s rugged and wild coastline with traditional Irish music icons, Dervish. For more than 30 years, the sextet from the Emerald Isle has reigned as one of the leading names in traditional Irish music. The internationally-acclaimed ensemble includes some of Ireland’s finest traditional musicians, including Cathy Jordan (vocals and drums), Shane Mitchell (accordion), Liam Kelly (flute/whistle), Brian McDonagh (mandola/mandolin), Tom Morrow (fiddle), and Michael Holmes (bouzouki). From music festivals to an impromptu performance at the Great Wall of China, Dervish thrills crowds across the continents with its passion, lyricism, and high energy. Recent recipients of the BBC Folk Lifetime Achievement Award, The Guardian says, “Dervish are simply brilliant… They carry Irish history with them.” Don’t miss “the most compelling, most soulful Irish traditional folk band playing today” (The News Journal). $48, $41, $29 PPD

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KEYBOARD CONVERSATIONS® WITH JEFFREY SIEGEL Chopin and Grieg— A Musical Friendship Romance is in the air in this Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel concert. From Chopin’s stirring Polonaises and dreamy Nocturnes to Grieg’s enchanting and humorous Lyric Pieces, be swept away by the music and the histories of these two beloved Romantic composers. Jeffrey Siegel’s Keyboard Conversations® series combines dynamic performances with fascinating stories that provide context into the life and times of each composer. Perfect for newcomers and aficionados alike, “Siegel’s programs strengthen the fragile bonds of communication between composer and listener and are as welcome as they are rare” (The Chicago Tribune). An interactive question and answer session will conclude this program. $50, $43, $29 Sunday, April 23 at 2 p.m.

CAMMO VOICES CAMMO Voices joins with George Mason University’s Veterans and the Arts Initiative to present a concert that honors our service men and women, their spouses, and families. The evening-length celebration includes music honoring Mother’s Day from the American Military Spouses Choir, made up of military spouses from all branches and from across the United States. They will be joined by country singer and songwriter Donnie Isaacs, a combat Veteran who tells his service story through his music. The ensemble @ Eaze includes active duty, retired, and Veteran Servicemembers from each branch of our nation’s Armed Forces and is recognized for adding unique twists and tasteful elements to today’s popular music. Rounding out the event is the vocal quartet Voices of Service. Voices of Service uses their platform to increase awareness of what music can do for service men and women who are coping with post-traumatic stress and other invisible or visible wounds. Feel the healing power of music infused with a message of hope and community, and experience the diversity and excellence that exists within our military and Veteran communities when CAMMO Voices takes to the stage. $48, $41, $29 ALL Saturday, May 13 at 8 p.m. Free for Veterans and Servicemembers with ID (up to 2 tickets each). George Mason University’s Veterans and the Arts Initiative is a proud sponsor of this performance, providing free tickets for Veterans and Servicemembers.

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Lunch: 12:30 p.m. Concert: 1:30 p.m.

Save 15%

Matinee Idylls presents a fantastic “menu” of distinguished musicians presenting a colorful variety of chamber music. These afternoons are sure to delight, with a luncheon prepared by an outstanding local caterer, followed by a one-hour concert and a coffee and dessert reception with the artists.

ALICIA WARD

Join award-winning cellist Alicia Ward as she performs an impressive afternoon of classical music. Her performances have taken her throughout North America, Europe, and Japan, in famed concert halls including Strathmore, Carnegie Hall, Davies Symphony Hall, and The Kennedy Center. Ward has won several music competitions, both nationally and internationally, and now serves as co-director of the Young People’s String Program at the Peabody Institute of Baltimore’s Johns Hopkins University. Ward will be joined by a pianist, who will be announced at a later date. Wednesday, October 5 at 1:30 p.m.

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Lunch, concert, and dessert reception: $60 Concert and dessert reception-only: $35

MATINEE IDYLLS SPONSORS

Virginia Opera

A TASTE OF OPERA

Opera lovers, rejoice in an afternoon bill brimming with all of the drama, poetry, history, and romance that makes opera so heart- thrilling. Singers fresh off of the Virginia Opera stage will perform beloved arias and duets selected from both classic and contemporary repertoire. There are sure to be favorites for everyone, and you might even hear selections from Virginia Opera’s productions of Wagner’s The Valkyrie, Gilbert and Sullivan’s Pirates of Penzance, Spears and Pierce’s Fellow Travelers, and Verdi’s La Traviata. Luxuriate in the pure sound and piercing emotion with rising opera stars performing highlights from Virginia Opera’s radiant 2022-2023 season. Wednesday, November 9 at 1:30 p.m.

Investing in Our Communities

VICTOR PROVOST:

Steelpan Rhythms & Melodies Steelpanist Victor Provost presents an eclectic repertoire of music including Folk music of South American and Caribbean, European Classical Music, American Jazz, and original compositions. Provost, a George Mason University adjunct professor in the Dewberry School of Music, is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading voices on steelpan. With a strong foundation in Bebop, a contemporary sensibility, and deep roots in Caribbean music, he seamlessly melds and mixes genres. Wednesday, March 1 at 1:30 p.m.

LEO SUSHANSKY AND MICHELLE LUNDY

Strings will sing in this stunning concert pairing with harpist Michelle Lundy and violinist Leo Sushansky. Lundy is the founding member of Beau Soir Ensemble, a venerable flute, viola, and harp trio known to our region for its unique instrumentation, breathtaking music, and infectious energy. Sushansky is Artistic Director of the National Chamber Orchestra and an acclaimed musician who has been praised by the Washington Post for his “Gorgeous tone… compelling musical personality…Passionate intensity.” Together they will present a diverse program of duets including music from Jules Massenet and Camille Saint-Saëns. Wednesday, April 12 at 1:30 p.m.

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Buy all four concerts with lunch for $204 Performances take place in the Gregory Family Theater

Up-close, down-home concerts with the best of bluegrass, country, blues, and more. Enjoy a casual setting in the Gregory Family Theater with food and beverage available for purchase.

THE SELDOM SCENE

The Seldom Scene, Washington D.C.’s favorite bluegrass band and pioneers of the “new-grass” movement, are back for an encore set of American Roots Series performances! Their time-tested sound stretches and blends seamlessly in the realm of country, rock, pop, and jazz and has led to a devoted local and international following. Today, the band features Dudley Connell on guitar; Lou Reid on mandolin and guitar; Ron Stewart on banjo and fiddle; Fred Travers on dobro; and Ronnie Simpkins on bass. ALL Saturday, November 19 at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.

ARTIST-INRESIDENCE

Artist-in-Residence

TERRANCE SIMIEN & THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE

Welcome Hylton Center Artist-in-Residence and two-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist Terrance Simien and the Zydeco Experience for the soulful, rootsy sound born in South Louisiana. Simien leads the Zydeco Experience with vocals and accordion. The band includes Danny Williams, vocals and keyboard; Stan Chambers, vocals and bass; Orlando Gilbert, saxophone; Ian Molinaro Thompson, drums; and Revon Andrews, trombone. As a Hylton Center Artist-in-Residence, Simien will also work with the community through classes and workshops during the week surrounding the performance—just in time for Mardi Gras! ALL Saturday, February 25 at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.

WICKED SYCAMORE

The all-female ensemble Wicked Sycamore brings their tight vocal harmonies, instrumental prowess, and mischievous edge for a contemporary folk concert grounded in traditional roots, Americana, and bluegrass. Hailing from the Baltimore/D.C. area, the trio consists of Juliette Bell on guitar, Lainie Gray on mandolin, and Madeline Waters on cello. The ensemble is a rising presence in the Bluegrass and Americana music scene. In 2019, they took home first place in the Charm City Bluegrass band competition, and in 2021, they won two WAMMIES for best Bluegrass Group and best Bluegrass Album. Let Wicked Sycamore charm you with their original music that spans the genres, ranging from the playful and lighthearted to the soulful and introspective. Saturday, April 29 at 8 p.m.

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ARTS PARTNERS 2022-2023

MANASSAS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA James Villani, Music Director

Music, Dance, and Theater Presented by Local Arts Organizations Each year, these local arts organizations present a vibrant program of performing arts on the stages of the Hylton Center. Officially known as Arts Partners, these outstanding organizations are based here in Prince William County and the City of Manassas, and are evidence of the extraordinary talents and resources that exist in our area.

MANASSAS CHORALE Becky Verner, Music Director

With One Voice

Broadway in Manassas! Join the Manassas Chorale, its smaller ensemble, and premier choirs from local high schools as they celebrate the best of Broadway. Listen closely for your favorites! Saturday, October 8 at 7:30 p.m.

Everywhere, Christmas Tonight

The Chorale joins forces with the Voices United Workshop Choir, a guest clinician, and a lively orchestra to “raise the roof” in this annual concert of sacred music that includes toe-tapping spirituals, beautiful melodies, and stunning arrangements. Don’t miss the final piece that combines performers for a feature boasting 150 musicians!

The Manassas Symphony Orchestra celebrates the beginning of its 30th season on Hungarian composer Franz Liszt’s 211th birthday by featuring piano virtuoso Thomas Pandolfi performing Liszt’s Piano Concerto No. 2 in A major. The Ashville [NC] Citizen-Times says about Pandolfi, “His virtuosity and strength… might have had some believing that Liszt himself had taken over the keyboard.” Works by Wagner, Strauss, and Borodin round out the program. Saturday, October 22 at 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m.

From Sea to Shining Sea

Get into the holiday spirit with the full Chorale and its 20-piece live orchestra in a concert of fifteen carols and popular songs of the season. Enjoy a variety of timeless selections as both voice and instrument combine for a glorious holiday musical experience.

Take a musical journey with the Chorale, its ensemble, orchestra, and the Greater Manassas Children’s Choir for an evening of patriotic music that honors our country’s Veterans. Student singers in Grades 2-8 join adults in a performance that closes Manassas Chorale’s 29th season and is sure to have you humming all the way home!

Saturday, December 3 at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, June 2 at 7:30 p.m.

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Celebrations Inspirations Joseph Kingma joins the MSO to perform Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 3 in C minor. Kingma’s playing is described by the New York Concert Review as “[coaxing] the listener into the music’s poetry from the very first notes… showing the command of a master and a composer’s insight. [T]hough his technique emerged through the program as one which is capable of anything, it was always used in the service of the music itself.” The program also includes works by Samuel ColeridgeTaylor, John Rutter, and George Whitefield Chadwick. Saturday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m.

Family Concert: Explorations The MSO commemorates the 20th edition of its annual family concert with a world premiere of Manassas composer Ben Bernstein’s work based on award-winning author and New Yorker cover artist Bob Staake’s new book, The Path. Together with Bernstein’s beautiful music, the book’s lyrical words, and stunning illustrations lead children and adults alike to discover that our path through life is all our own to discover and invent. Soloist John Ross, a senior violist at Patriot High School, performs Weber’s adventurous Andante and Rondo Ungarese, op. 35. Saturday, December 10 at 3:30 p.m.

Aspirations The Manassas Symphony Orchestra closes its season with internationally acclaimed young pianist Alexander Bernstein, professor of piano at Shenandoah Conservatory. Bernstein headlines a program of American composers with Edward MacDowell’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in A major. The concert includes music by Leonard Bernstein and William Brant Still’s Afro-American Symphony from 1935. Saturday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m.

MANASSAS BALLET THEATRE Amy Grant Wolfe, Artistic Director

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow With new choreography set to the live music of the Manassas Ballet Theatre Orchestra, the story of Ichabod Crane and his failed pursuit of the beautiful Katrina materializes in the haunting tale of lost love and tragedy just in time for Halloween! October 14–15 at 7:30 p.m. October 16 at 3 p.m.

The Nutcracker

Sweet Clara, naughty Fritz, dancing dolls, Drosselmeyer, and the Nutcracker Prince embark on a dreamy journey of fantasy and sweets. Enjoy this magical performance that is fun for all ages and features the professional dancers and musicians of Manassas Ballet Theatre. December 16–17 at 7:30 p.m. December 17–18, 20–23 at 3 p.m.

La Boutique Fantasque & More! This program features the premieres of original contemporary choreography by Manassas Ballet Theatre’s dancers (Act I,) and the enchanting story of a world-famous toymaker, his magic toyshop, and exquisite dancing dolls (Act II). Set to live music by the Manassas Ballet Theatre Orchestra, this delightful performance heralds spring’s arrival. March 10–11 at 7:30 p.m. March 12 at 3 p.m.

PRINCE WILLIAM LITTLE THEATRE The Sound of Music Prince William Little Theatre and the Manassas Symphony Orchestra join forces to present this heartwarming musical about the Von Trapp Family singers, their governess Maria, family patriarch Captain von Trapp, and their adventures and trials in a pre-World War II era. This familyfriendly production concludes with a sing-along for all ages! July 15 at 7 p.m. July 16–17 at 2 p.m.

Peter and the Starcatcher Amidst a stormy sea passage, young orphans on the ship “The Neverland” help the daughter of an English lord protect pirate treasure. On their journey, an orphan boy meets Black Stache, who names the boy Peter and tries to persuade him to become a pirate. To save himself from drowning, Peter rides through the waves to a nearby island where the quest to protect the treasure unfolds. October 14–15; 21–22 at 8 p.m. October 16; 22-23 at 2 p.m.

The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge A year after his miraculous transformation, Ebenezer Scrooge is back to his old ways and sues Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future for a long list of crimes. Will Ebenezer rediscover the true meaning of Christmas? December 9 and 16 at 8 p.m. December 10 and 17 at 7 p.m. December 10–11; 17–18 at 2 p.m.

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee This hilarious musical comedy tells the story of a local spelling bee gone rogue. An eclectic group of six mid-pubescents vie for the spelling championship of a lifetime. March 10-11; 17–18 at 8 p.m. March 11-12; 18–19 at 2 p.m.

Swan Lake Manassas Ballet Theatre’s (MBT) season closes with Marius Petipa’s timeless classical ballet, Swan Lake, set to Tchaikovsky’s stunning score and performed live by the Manassas Ballet Theatre Orchestra. MBT’s international cast of dancers weave the tale of the Swan Queen Odette, her love Prince Siegfried, and a terrible curse cast by evil sorcerer Van Rothbart. May 19–20 at 7:30 p.m. May 20–21 at 3 p.m.

CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER (CAPAC) Denise McPhail, Co-Founder FALL 2022

Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity CAPAC ushers in the holidays with a celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ wrapped in a modern and soul-stirring classic. More than just a musical, this joyous theater experience depicts the first Christmas through the lens of African-American culture, articulated by Langston Hughes’ poetic narrative, scripture, diverse music genres, and powerful dance. Sunday, December 4 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

SPRING 2023 Please visit capacweb.org for current information about Creative and Performing Arts Center spring 2023 performances.

YOUTH ORCHESTRAS OF PRINCE WILLIAM Please visit yopw.org for current information about Youth Orchestras of Prince William 2022-2023 performances.

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