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The ’23–’24 season at the Hylton Performing Arts Center celebrates the joy of experiencing the performing arts as a community, and delivers riveting artistic experiences Be inspired by Artist-in-Residence dance company PHILADANCO! and be thrilled by modern acrobats Cirque Mechanics Feel the beat of Drum Tao’s intensely energetic take on the ancient art of Japanese drumming, and MALEVO’s percussive zapateo steps and powerful dancing Delight in the humor of Reduced Shakespeare Company’s The Complete History of Comedy (abridged) and the magic of Coco in Concert . Witness GRAMMY Award-winning, Billboard chart-topping Bluegrass sensation Steep Canyon Rangers, and experience the delightful a cappella sensation Voctave In the Hylton Family Series, families will revel in classic stories brought beautifully to life with the tuneful Giraffes Can’t Dance and Lightwire Theater’s innovative take on The Tortoise and the Hare . With artists such as these and so many more, we’re excited to present an unforgettable season!

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Saturday, September 23 at 8 p.m.

Voctave

Welcome a cappella sensation Voctave! Experience the delightful harmonizing of musical arrangements from some of your favorite hit Broadway musicals, Disney films, and jazz standards Since forming in 2015, this ensemble has rocketed to international fame through its live performances and popular recordings By cultivating an enormous following of loyal devotees, this swoon-worthy ensemble has amassed 150 million views of their videos and garnered multiple chart-topping songs and albums on iTunes, Amazon, and Spotify Voctave’s 11 members possess a wealth of diverse musical experiences from musical theater, contemporary Christian music, barbershop, pop, and choral music Boasting an impressive fiveoctave range and nine chart-topping albums, “Voctave brings vocal magic” (Orlando Sentinel) to open the 2023–2024 Hylton Presents season ppd ALL

Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel

Glorious Impromptus of Chopin and Schubert

Discover the ingenuity and charm of the lyric dramas in single acts known as Impromptus Hear the backstory to these short, one-act wonders and then enjoy Siegel’s performance of the full works including Chopin’s beloved Fantaisie-Impromptu, Op 66 and his scintillating Impromptu in A-flat major, Op 29, as well as Schubert’s demonic Impromptu in F minor and his heavenly Impromptu in A-flat major, both from Op 142 “Siegel’s programs strengthen the fragile bonds of communication between composer and listener and are as welcome as they are rare” (The Chicago Tribune) This performance concludes with a Q&A session with the audience ALL

Coco in Concert

Sunday, October 1 at 2 p.m. $50, $43, $29

Steep Canyon Rangers

One of America’s best Bluegrass bands makes its debut on the Merchant Hall stage Steep Canyon Rangers is a GRAMMY Award-winning, Billboard chart-topping, and genre-defying sextet that has spent nearly two decades reshaping the sound of Bluegrass, mixing elements of pop, country, and folk rock to create a sound all its own The band started while attending college at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, diving headfirst into Bluegrass in its most traditional form They became a household name after touring with banjoist and comedian Steve Martin Today, the ensemble continues to tour extensively (without Martin), while expanding their style into country, jam, and Americana Bluegrass Today writes, “Quite frankly, there’s no better band equipped to connect past with present while blurring whatever divide remains in-between ” ppd ALL

Friday, October 13 at 7 p.m.

$48, $41, $29

Disney and Pixar’s film, Coco, thrills the whole family when shown with a 20-piece Latin music ensemble performing the soundtrack live in Coco in Concert The family-friendly movie, set to Michael Giacchino’s memorable musical score, follows 12-year-old Miguel, an aspiring musician born into a family that has mysteriously banned music Intent on proving his budding talent, Miguel embarks on a quest to the stunning and colorful Land of the Dead The sumptuous music from the film includes the 2018 Oscar-winning Best Original Song “Remember Me” by Frozen songwriters Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and make new family memories this year with Coco in Concert ppd ALL

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Saturday, November 18 at 8 p.m.

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Sunday, November 26 at 4 p.m.

A Canadian Brass Christmas

Canadian Brass returns to usher in the holiday season while charming and delighting audiences with their winning combination of exuberant sound, good-natured humor, and engaging showmanship Clad in their iconic white running shoes, the brass quintet performs a varied repertoire that includes their original arrangements and signature takes on classical standards, pop favorites, and traditional holiday music Since forming in 1970, they have built a legion of fans by bringing their impeccable musicality and irreverent wit to audiences worldwide, recording over 130 albums, and contributing nearly 600 new works and arrangements to the brass quintet repertoire “If you said the Canadian Brass represented the ‘gold standard’ among brass quintets, you’d be right on the mark” (NPR) ppd ALL

American Festival Pops Orchestra

Holiday Pops: Songs of the Season

Peter Wilson, conductor

Friday, December 8 at 8 p.m.

The American Festival Pops Orchestra presents Holiday Pops: Songs of the Season, a cherished tradition with Hylton Center audiences Gather ’round for this annual concert that is sure to warm hearts and spread cheer Now in his second season, Artistic Director and Conductor Peter Wilson welcomes old and new friends to the stage for a festive program of musical favorites, including an uplifting audience singalong of beloved carols Don’t miss an evening that promises to put everyone—even the “bah humbug” Scrooges—in the holiday spirit! ppd ALL

ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE

The Legendary Ingramettes

Celebrate the holiday season with one of Virginia’s premier gospel ensembles Richmond’s “first family of gospel” was formed six decades ago by “Mama” Maggie Ingram, who found inspiration in Black gospel male quartets of the 1940s and 50s With her harmonizing singers, Ingram broke new ground with her female-driven quartet The Legendary Ingramettes bring a concert of soulful song sprinkled with uplifting Christmas music and the spirit of a Sunday morning service You won’t want to miss “one of America’s most celebrated gospel groups” (NPR) PPD

Sunday, December 3 at 2 p.m.

$48, $41, $29

Vienna Boys Choir Christmas in Vienna

The Vienna Boys Choir is praised for its heavenly voices, harmonic purity, and endearing charm Made up of boy sopranos and altos from ages eight to 14 and from 31 countries, the Vienna Boys Choir is one of the best international choral ensembles of its kind Founded 600 years ago, the group counts many of history’s most eminent composers among its alumni, including Joseph Haydn and Franz Schubert Their program, Christmas in Vienna, balances an eclectic mix of Baroque classics, contemporary popular hits, sacred songs, Austrian folk tunes, polkas, waltzes, and traditional holiday favorites This concert, filled with extraordinary singing— and just a dash of cute—is sure to become a cherished annual holiday tradition! ppd ALL

Sunday, December 10 at 2 p.m. $55, $47, $33

This engagement of The Legendary Ingramettes is made possible in part through the Mid Atlantic Tours program of Mid Atlantic Arts with support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Saturday, January 27 at 8 p.m.

$48, $41, $29

Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra

Carnival Celebration

Jim Carroll, artistic director

Celebrate Mardi Gras early with Northern Virginia’s own Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra in Carnival Celebration: Music from New Orleans to Rio to the Islands Dress up in your Mardi Gras beads, don a mask, and enjoy a lively night of pulsating rhythms, upbeat parade brass, and plenty of improvisational jazz Our tour guides for this concert will be George Mason University’s very own Mason Jazz Faculty: Professor Graham Breedlove from Lafayette, Louisiana; Argentinian Dr Juan Megna by way of Sao Paulo, Brazil; and Professor Victor Provost, born and raised in St John, Virgin Islands Led by Founder, Artistic Director, and virtuoso saxophonist Jim Carroll, the Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra comprises the most remarkable jazz performers in the metro region ppd ALL

Cirque Mechanics

Zephyr – A Whirlwind of Circus

Behold “the greatest contribution to American circus since Cirque du Soleil” (Spectacle Magazine), Cirque Mechanics! Since 2004, these modern acrobats and aerialists have drawn inspiration from the machinery that powers our world to tell artful and ingenious stories that are both eye-widening and heart-stopping In

Zephyr – A Whirlwind of Circus, Cirque Mechanics dramatizes humanity’s relationship to the element of wind and our efforts to harness its force In this exhilarating circus performance featuring a giant 20-foot-tall rotating windmill, Cirque performers embrace the energy of air to fly, balance, float, and more Fall under the spell of the mechanical gears and cogs of the mighty windmill and the spirited, acrobatic performers of Cirque Mechanics ppd ALL

DRUM TAO 2024

Saturday, February 3 at 8 p.m.

Sunday, February 4 at 2 p.m.

$55, $47, $33

MALEVO

With its thrilling footwork and powerful drumming, Argentinian sensation MALEVO will make your adrenaline surge! This dexterous all-male ensemble, created by Choreographer/ Dancer Matias Jaime, draws heavily from the Argentinian folk dance Malambo and merges the traditional form with other dance styles and percussion, creating an exhilarating, innovative experience Set to a pulsating rhythm of drums, the choreography combines the use of boleadoras, a leather and stone hunting tool used by Gauchos, with fast leg movements, energetic zapateados (stomping), and quick cepillados (“brushing”/”scrubbing”) MALEVO was named “Cultural Ambassadors for the National Identity of Argentina,” and have collaborated with artists such as Ricky Martin and Cirque du Soleil They were featured performers at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, and stunned television audiences on NBC’s America’s Got Talent so much they were invited to return for America’s Got Talent: All-Stars in January 2023 Don’t miss their electrifying Hylton Center debut! ppd

Saturday, February 10 at 8 p.m.

$60, $51, $36

Taiko sensation Drum Tao returns with their intensely energetic and highly-visual take on the ancient art of Japanese drumming Merging a Samurai ethos with a rock ‘n’ roll attitude, Drum Tao presents an unforgettable show Athletic bodies and contemporary costumes blend with pulse-pounding rhythms, captivating choreography, and vibrant sets See the world’s top male and female taiko drumming masters perform traditional songs and contemporary compositions, showcasing an assortment of drums from small handheld snare drums to large-scale odaiko drums Founded more than 25 years ago in Kyushu, Japan, Tao stands for The Martial Art of Drumming, a fact emphasized in the sheer physicality and muscular zeal of the group’s performances “Extraordinarily talented percussion artists, and they’re seductive, alluring performers” (Chicago Tribune) ppd ALL

Saturday, February 17 at 8 p.m.

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Sunday, February 25 at 2 p.m.

National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine

Volodymyr Sirenko, conductor

Natalia Khoma, cello

Bortniansky: Overture to Il Quinto Fabio

Schumann: Cello Concerto in A minor, Op. 129

Brahms: Symphony No. 2 in D major, Op. 73

Since its formation in 1918, the Kyiv-based National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine has been one of the most distinguished orchestras in eastern Europe In 2024, the orchestra returns for its first tour in the U S since conflict in its country began GRAMMY Award-winning Ukrainian conductor Volodymyr Sirenko leads the orchestra along with internationally renowned Ukrainian cellist Natalia Khoma Witness Khoma’s artistry alongside Maestro Sirenko and the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine in their momentous return to the Hylton Center ppd ALL

Camerata Ireland

Barry Douglas, piano and conductor  Celine Byrne, soprano  Eimear McGeown, Irish flute

W.A. Mozart: Selections from The Magic Flute, The Marriage of Figaro, and The Shepherd King John Field: Nocturnes for piano and orchestra (arr. Douglas)

Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 2 in B-flat major, Op. 19

Barry Douglas: Irish Suite

This groundbreaking chamber orchestra was formed by internationally acclaimed pianist and conductor Barry Douglas to celebrate, nurture, and unite the incredible musical talents from Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland In addition to cherished classical works, the concert also features Douglas’ Irish Suite of 10 traditional Irish airs and dances, a genre-defying musical collaboration between Douglas, Eimear McGeown (Irish flute and whistle), and Celine Byrne (soprano) ppd ALL

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Sunday, March 3 at 2 p.m. $50, $43, $30

ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE PHILADANCO!

Friday, March 15 at 8 p.m.

Eileen Ivers

Raw Roots Tour

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day with Irish fiddle phenom Eileen Ivers The GRAMMY Awardwinning artist continues to push and transcend the boundaries of folk music by shredding on her electric fiddle Her performances with her band are playful, passionate, and a hand-clapping, foot-stomping good time Eileen Ivers was a groundbreaking musical star of Riverdance and a founding member of Cherish the Ladies She has played alongside Hall & Oates and The Chieftains; has been a featured instrumentalist on movie soundtracks including Gangs of New York; and is one of the most awarded Irish fiddle and banjo champions ever You won’t want to miss “the Jimi Hendrix of the violin” (The New York Times) performing a fresh mix of Celtic classics and music that celebrates the Celtic roots of Americana music ppd ALL

The Philadelphia Dance Company, better known as PHILADANCO!, is widely recognized for its artistic integrity, superbly trained dancers, and electrifying performances Formed in 1970 by Joan Myers Brown, a barrier-breaking African American ballet dancer, PHILADANCO! launched to provide artistic opportunities and nurture the talents of Black dancers denied places in local dance companies Witness one of America’s top dance companies share fresh and fervent stories through movement “If there’s fun to be had, PHILADANCO! will have it But if there’s deeper purpose, these performers will clarify it, underscore it, and make you pay attention ” (Dance Magazine) As an Artist-in-Residence, company members will also work with the community through classes and workshops during the week surrounding the performance ppd

Sunday, March 17 at 4 p.m.

$58, $49, $34

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Saturday, April 6 at 8 p.m.

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American Festival Pops Orchestra

American Icons

Peter Wilson, conductor

AnnaMaria Mottola, piano

Delight in a star-spangled concert of iconic works by some of America’s greatest composers, including Leroy Anderson, Leonard Bernstein, Aaron Copland, Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, John Philip Sousa, William Grant Still, Joan Tower, and John Williams

The entire family will enjoy favorites such as Copland’s “Hoe-Down,” Bernstein’s music from West Side Story, and a medley of classic John Williams film music from the Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Indiana Jones sagas as well as E T The program also features a new orchestration of Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue by Artistic Director and Maestro Peter Wilson, featuring AnnaMaria Mottola ppd ALL

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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Reduced Shakespeare Company

The Complete History of Comedy (abridged)

Called “wildly funny” by the Los Angeles Times, Reduced Shakespeare Company (RSC) famously skewers long serious subjects, reducing them to fast-paced, side-splitting farces After presenting their hilarious takes on the Bard, the Bible, the history of the United States, and Western Civilization, they now tackle their most serious subject yet: comedy Specifically, what makes something funny? From the high-brow to the low, The Complete History of Comedy (abridged) covers all manner of jokes, physical shtick, and witty repartee through the ages—the ancient Greeks, Shakespeare, Vaudeville, Charlie Chaplin, The Marx Brothers, Monty Python, The Simpsons, and more! “Easily one of the troupe’s funniest, most inspired shows in years!” (Pacific Sun) Recommended for ages 13 and older due to adult language and themes ppd

Saturday, April 13 at 8 p.m. $50, $43, $30

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’23–’24 Season

Lightwire Theater

The Adventures of Tortoise and Hare: The Next Gen

Sunday, October 22 at 1 and 4 p.m.

Gather the whole family for this imaginative story cleverly told with cutting edge electroluminescent puppetry, live dancers, and a creative mix of classical, jazz, and pop music This innovative company brings Aesop’s classic fable, The Tortoise and the Hare, into a brilliant new light when the next generation navigates a whole new kind of race filled with modern distractions like smart phones and video games Lauded as “absolutely incredible” by Rolling Stone Recommended for ages 4 to 12 $15 ALL

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Giraffes Can’t Dance

Saturday, February 24 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

The beloved storybook Giraffes Can’t Dance by Giles Andreae and Guy Parker-Rees celebrates its 20th anniversary with this richly imaginative musical adaptation told with puppets, African rhythms, and of course—dancing! Brought to life by Bay Area Children’s Theatre, Giraffes Can’t Dance encourages Gerald, a clumsy giraffe, and audience members of all ages, to dance to the beat of their own drums With a resounding message of the power of selfacceptance, Giraffes Can’t Dance will have everyone in the audience on their feet Recommended for ages 3 to 8 $15 ALL

Sonia De Los Santos

Saturday, November 18 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.*

Latin GRAMMY-nominated artist Sonia De Los Santos brings her uplifting voice and soulful sound to families of all backgrounds While playing guitar and jarana jarocha, Sonia performs songs in English and Spanish As she reflects on her own experiences of growing up in Mexico, moving to another country, and developing connections to her heritage and community, she radiates hope and inspires all of us Santos has been hailed by Billboard as “one of the Latin Children’s music artists you should know ” Recommended for ages 4 to 10 $15 ALL

* sensory-friendly performance

This performance takes place in the Gregory Family Theater.

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Mutts Gone Nuts

Sunday, April 7 at 1 and 4 p.m.

Canines and comedy collide in Mutts Gone Nuts when husband and wife duo Scott and Joan Houghton unleash their troupe of fourlegged friends for a dog-thrilling extravaganza like no other The show includes some of the most talented dogs in the world doing barrel tricks, dancing, magic, and jump rope routines! The talented furry lineup even includes a Guinness World Record holder, for the highest jump by a dog The show also features the talented comedian Jonathan Burns “A Must See,” barks The Washington Post $15 ALL

An Inspiring Series with Children in Mind

All patrons must have a ticket For Hylton Family Series only: children under the age of two who are held by an adult and do not occupy a seat may receive a lap ticket free of charge Individual tickets go on sale August 1

Matinee Idylls presents a fantastic “menu” of distinguished musicians performing a colorful variety of 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.

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

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Lunch, concert, and dessert reception: $65

Virginia Opera A Taste of Opera

Tuesday, November 14

Enjoy a soaring selection of operatic delights performed by talented members of Virginia Opera, the Official Opera Company of the Commonwealth of Virginia Experience your favorite local opera celebrities in an intimate performance including famous arias and duets from the greatest hits of opera, in addition to Broadway showtunes and other diverse and exciting repertory! ALL

Alma Ensemble Celebration of Dance

Tuesday, March 19

Named after the composer Alma Mahler, Alma Ensemble champions women in music through thoughtful female-centric chamber music concerts that are enriched with multimedia, giving insight into the lives of these female composers and musicians In Celebration of Dance, flutist Sarah Wardle Jones, clarinetist Michelle Smith Johnson, and pianist Erica Sipes perform a program inspired by the art of dance ALL

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.

Tickets: $30*

* Individual tickets go on sale August 1.

Seven Voices –A Tribute to Patsy Cline

Sunday, November 12 at 4 and 7 p.m.

Jess Eliot Myhre of the Bumper Jacksons has assembled a group of talented local artists for an evening dedicated to Cline’s music One of the most influential and acclaimed vocalists of the 21st century, Cline was a true pioneer for women in the country music industry The program will pay tribute with classic renditions of Cline’s songs, as well as re-imagined versions with new instrumentation

George Mason University’s Veterans and the Arts Initiative is a proud sponsor of this performance, providing free tickets for Veterans and Servicemembers

J2B2 (John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band)

Saturday, March 2 at 5 and 8 p.m.

Four Bluegrass giants—John Jorgenson on acoustic guitar, mandolin, and vocals; Herb Pedersen on banjo, acoustic guitar, and vocals; Mark Fain on bass; and Patrick Sauber on acoustic guitar and vocals—combine their talents in J2B2 (John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band) This quartet delivers fresh interpretations of Bluegrass classics combined with the stylings of West Coast folk rock Experience American roots music at its finest with J2B2 and “expect fireworks and amazing playing from some of the best string players in the world” (Yes! Weekly) ALL

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Gerson Lanza

Tuesday, February 27

Honduran tap dancer and choreographer Gerson Lanza captivates audiences in his love letter to the American percussive art form of tap, during an afternoon of syncopated rhythms and intricate

For his Matinee Idylls debut, he will be joined by his jazz quintet featuring some of the best musicians on the East Coast Lanza has completed residencies at Lincoln Center, Jacob’s Pillow, and Strathmore

Bridging the Gap

Peter Wilson, violin Aaron Clay, bass

Wednesday, April 24

Hailed by The Washington Post for “superior arrangements and uncommon musicianship,” the string duo Bridging the Gap features the talents of violinist and American Festival Pops Orchestra Artistic Director Peter Wilson and double bassist Aaron Clay This unlikely pair offers a unique voice to musical genres from classical to jazz, folk to film music, funk to popular song, and even Big Band ALL

Tray Wellington Band

Saturday, February 24 at 5 and 8 p.m.

Banjo virtuoso, two-time International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA)

Award winner, and 2019 Momentum

Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen

Randall Edwards

Instrumentalist of the Year, Tray Wellington leads the high-energy acoustic Newgrass sensation the Tray Wellington Band The quartet pushes the boundaries of Bluegrass music, incorporating Bossa nova, jazz, and blues elements to create an exciting new sound that also honors traditional Bluegrass roots ALL

Saturday, April 20 at 5 and 8 p.m. Frank Solivan and Dirty Kitchen is a torrent of mind-blowing Bluegrass Known for their meaty pile-driving rhythms and Solivan’s dynamic and bold vocals, the band’s last two albums received GRAMMY nominations for Best Bluegrass Album Their massive sound and showstealing performances command the most prestigious stages in the country including The Grand Ole Opry ALL

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’23–’24 Music, Dance, and Theater Presented by Local Arts Organizations

Each year, these community 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

The Places We’ll Go!

Saturday, October 14 at 4 p.m.

Join the Manassas Chorale, its smaller ensemble, and premier choirs from local high schools on a journey of songs that celebrate locations around the globe, both big and small, in this family-friendly concert

Sounds of the Season

Saturday, December 9 at 7:30 p.m.

Get into the holiday spirit with the full Chorale and its 20-piece live orchestra in a concert of 15 carols and popular songs from around the world Enjoy a variety of timeless selections as both voice and instrument combine for a glorious holiday musical experience

Raise Your Voices High

Saturday, March 16 at 7:30 p.m.

Manassas Symphony Orchestra

James Villani, Music Director

Folk Echoes

Saturday, October 21 at 7:30 p.m.

The MSO presents a concert showcasing classical masterpieces inspired by rich folk traditions

Internationally renowned soloist David Pedraza performs Bartók’s Viola Concerto in A minor Additional folk-inspired works by Ralph Vaughan Williams and Manuel de Falla round out the concert

Family Concert: Nature’s Rhythms

Manassas Ballet Theatre

Colin: Son, Marine, Hero*

November 9–10 at 7:30 p.m. November 11 at 3 p.m. This powerful ballet tells the story of MBT Artistic Director, Amy Grant Wolfe’s son, Colin, who enlisted in the Marines and deployed to Iraq, but was killed by a roadside bomb only seven weeks later Ms Wolfe created this ballet in Colin’s memory Manassas Ballet Theatre Orchestra performs an original score composed by Mark Menza The Nutcracker

December 14–16; 19–20 at 7:30 p.m. December 16–17; 21–23 at 3 p.m.

Sweet Clara, naughty Fritz, dancing dolls, Drosselmeyer, and the Nutcracker Prince embark on a dreamy journey of fantasy and sweets Enjoy this magical performance with live orchestral accompaniment

Prince William Little Theatre

Carmina Burana & More!

March 8–9 at 7:30 p.m.

March 10 at 3 p.m.

Enjoy a classical pas de Deux in Act I, followed by the tantalizing tales of Carmina Burana in Act II

Choreographed by Ahmed Nabil, Manassas Ballet Theatre and orchestra collaborate with the Voce Chamber Singers to bring Carl Orff’s masterpiece to life

Romeo and Juliet

May 17–18 at 7:30 p.m.

May 18–19 at 3 p.m.

MBT performs the romantic tragedy

Romeo and Juliet composed by Sergei Prokofiev As the Montague and Capulet families feud, Romeo and Juliet seek to unite in love, but conflict and despair lead to death

Watch their tale unfold in dance set to live music by the Manassas Ballet Theatre Orchestra

The Westing Game

October 6–7, 13–14 at 8 p.m.

October 8, 14–15 at 2 p.m.

The unsuspecting residents of Sunset Towers are summoned to the reading of a mysterious will, only to find themselves locked in a game where they must solve who killed eccentric millionaire, Sam Westing The game is on, and the only people holding all the clues are a Westing heir and the audience Miss Bennet:

Christmas at Pemberley

December 8, 15 at 8 p.m.

December 9, 16 at 2 and 7 p.m.

December 10, 17 at 2 p.m.

A sequel to Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice, bookish sister Mary is the unlikely heroine Weary of her role as the dutiful middle sister, an unexpected guest sparks Mary’s hopes for independence, an intellectual match, and even love at a Christmas family gathering

Stick Fly

March 8–9, 15–16 at 8 p.m. March 10, 17 at 2 p.m.

Creative and Performing Arts Center (CAPAC)

Denise McPhail, Co-Founder

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The Chorale joins forces with the Voices United Workshop Choir, guest clinician and St Olaf Choir Director Anton Armstrong, and a lively orchestra to “raise the roof” in this annual concert Enjoy toe-tapping spirituals, beautiful melodies, and exciting arrangements, along with a final piece combining all performers

Musical ‘Pearls’ from Three Decades

Friday, May 31 at 7:30 p.m.

Take a musical journey with the Chorale, its ensemble, orchestra, and the Greater Manassas Children’s Choir for an evening celebrating 30 years of repertoire performed as a group Student singers in Grades 2-8 join adults in a performance that closes Manassas Chorale’s 30th season and is sure to have you humming all the way home!

Saturday, December 2 at 3:30 p.m. Featured soloist Kyle Ryu, a senior cellist at Robinson Secondary School in Fairfax, is a Jack Kent Cooke Young Artist Award recipient The concert closes with MSO’s popular and colorful Music and Light Show Spectacular

Seriously Fun

Saturday, March 2 at 7:30 p.m.

Concertmaster and 25-year MSO veteran Emil Cheytanov performs Three Pieces from Schindler’s List by John Williams MSO musicians Mary Garrahan and Sarah Clements also join forces on two grand pianos for Saint-Saens’ Carnival of the Animals Other program highlights include music from The Beatles and Fiddler on the Roof

Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler!

Saturday, May 4 at 7:30 p.m.

Clarinet Queen of New Orleans

Doreen Ketchens joins the MSO to perform Dixieland favorites The first half of the program includes Ferde Grofé’s symphonic homage to New Orleans, Mississippi Suite

Youth Orchestras of Prince William

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The affluent African American LeVay family gathers at their Martha’s Vineyard home where they meet brothers Kent and Flip’s significant others for the first time Newcomers butt heads over issues of race and privilege, and long-standing family tensions reach a boiling point when secrets are revealed

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Subscriptions are available for Manassas Chorale, Manassas Symphony Orchestra, and Prince William Little Theatre. Please note: Arts Partner performances are not available in the Hylton Center Choose-Your-Own subscription package.

Visit or call the Hylton Center Ticket Office to subscribe at 703-993-7700. For information about subscriptions to the Manassas Ballet Theatre, please visit manassasballet.org or call 703-257-1811.

Manassas Chorale Manassas Symphony Orchestra

Manassas Ballet Theatre Prince William Little Theatre

Amy Grant Wolfe, Artistic Director

*George Mason University’s Veterans and the Arts Initiative proudly supports Manassas Ballet Theatre’s performance of Colin: Son, Marine, Hero by providing a limited number of free tickets for Veterans and Servicemembers on Veterans Day.

PLAN YOUR VISIT SEATING CHART & ACCESSIBILITY

Directions

The Hylton Performing Arts Center is located at 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, Virginia, in Prince William County on the Science and Technology campus of George Mason University, just four miles south of exit 44 on Interstate 66 For more information, visit HyltonCenter.org/ plan-your-visit

Visiting the Ticket Office

Purchasing or exchanging a ticket? The Hylton Center Ticket Office is open Tues –Sat , 10 a m to 6 p m and two hours prior to all performances

Performance Times

The Hylton Center strives to start all performances on time Please allow extra time to reach the venue and to be seated Patrons arriving after the start of a performance will be seated at the discretion of house management and as dictated by artists’ requirements

Cancelations

Extraordinary circumstances, such as weather or public health concerns, may cause an event to be canceled or rescheduled Change alerts are emailed to all ticket holders and posted on our website

Group Sales

Group discounts are offered for groups of 10+ for many performances beginning July 5 Contact (voice) 703-993-7759

Youth Discount Tickets

Half-price tickets are available for youth through Grade 12 for all Hylton Presents performances All patrons, regardless of age, require a ticket In an effort to ensure an exceptional experience for all of our patrons, we recommend that children attending events other than Hylton Family Series events be at least six years of age Children through Grade 8 must be accompanied by an adult Students Grades 9–12 may attend without an adult, but must have a valid student ID

Pre-Performance Discussions

Our Commitment to Accessibility

We ensure performances are accessible to all patrons

Accessible Seating/ Patrons with Mobility Disabilities

All spaces have wheelchair and scooter accessible locations Patrons can choose to remain in their wheelchairs or opt to transfer to seats If a patron wishes to remain in their wheelchair, please contact the Ticket Office so a seat can be removed prior to arrival Transfer wheelchairs are available upon request for transfer from lobby to theater seats only Accessible seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis Patrons requesting accessible seating acknowledge that a member of the party requires accessible seating due to disability (mobility or non)

Please contact the Community Inclusion Manager at (voice) (703) 993-7253 or (text) vunterbe@gmu.edu with any accessibility requests beyond wheelchair accessibility seating

Questions or Concerns About Accessibility Services?

Contact our Front of House and Community Inclusion Manager at (voice) 703-993-7253/ (text) vunterbe@gmu.edu Text: Please call us through the Virginia Relay service at 800-828-1140

Accessible Services

To request interpretation services, captioning, and audio description, please contact the Ticket Office at least two weeks prior to the event, however, more advanced notice is appreciated Large Print Programs, Braille Programs, and Assisted Listening Devices are available upon advance request for all performances and events Please ask the Front of House or Ticket Office Team upon your arrival to access these services

Sensory Kits

Adult and child-safe Sensory Kits can be checked out at the Ticket Office prior to performances Quantities are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis Each kit includes a pillowcase to drape over the seat, over-the-ear headphones, sensory fidgets, and pen and notepad

Free and accessible parking is available at the Hylton Center. Additionally, a drop-off circle is available directly in front of the main entrance.

Parking

Primary parking is now located in the Tower Lot Overflow parking is located in the Discovery Lot and Beacon Hall Lot Additionally, a passenger drop-off circle is available directly in front of the main entrance Free and accessible parking is available for all Hylton Center events Accessible parking is prioritized in the front parking lot The Tower Lot also offers accessible parking Please arrive early to allow extra time for parking

Some performances are accompanied by a lively forum led by local experts or the artists themselves Discussions are sponsored by the Friends of the Hylton Center Free to ticket holders, pre-performance discussions begin one hour prior to the performance start time, and are designed to provide a deeper understanding of the performance For more information, visit HyltonCenter.org/plan-your-visit

PPD = pre-performance discussion

Free Tickets for Mason Students

Most ticketed in-person events presented by the Hylton Center offer free tickets for Mason students at cvpa.gmu.edu/freetickets

Questions? Contact the Ticket Office: 703-993-7759/Hylton@gmu.edu

Seating Chart 1

Seating Chart 2

Seating Chart 2 is used for select classical music and jazz performances in the Hylton Presents series All other Hylton Presents performances use Seating Chart 1 A detailed version of the seating chart can be viewed at HyltonCenter org/ticketsevents/seating-charts

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Subscription

Payment Plan

Use our convenient plan to spread payments over several months

Please request a payment plan when ordering by phone or in person The deadline to enroll in a payment plan is June 21 Payment plans must be charged to a credit card (VISA, MasterCard, or American Express) that must remain current until the final payment has been received

Payments will be divided into three equal parts The first payment will be charged on June 21, the second payment will be charged on July 19, and the final payment will be charged on August 23 Tickets will not be distributed until the final payment has been received

Ensure Your Tickets Are Authentic

The Hylton Center can only authenticate tickets purchased through the Hylton Center Ticket Office and through our website, HyltonCenter.org Tickets com is our current authorized ticket provider

Seating

Seating priority is based on the date a subscriber’s order is received at the Ticket Office Friends of the Hylton Center members receive highest priority Tickets are mailed to subscribers in late July

Note: Friends of the Hylton Center priority period begins two weeks prior to the general public on-sale date for subscriptions

Ticket Exchanges*

Subscribers may exchange tickets without charge for another event in the same season Tickets must be returned to the Ticket Office either in person, by mail, or by email no later than one day before the performance date that appears on the ticket(s) For more information, visit HyltonCenter.org/subscriptions

Additional Tickets Discount*

Subscribers may order additional tickets along with their subscription or throughout the season at a 15% discount by calling or visiting the Ticket Office It may be used, for example, when a subscriber wants to bring a guest to one of the performances in their series Seating will be assigned on a best-available basis It is likely these seats will be neither adjacent to the seats for your subscription nor the same for each event

Subscription Handling Charge

All subscription orders are subject to a one-time $12 handling charge in lieu of individual ticket purchasing fees The handling charge subsidizes the ticket delivery cost of the subscription packet and the subscriber benefits This charge is applied to orders purchased online, over the phone, and in person

*Applies to Hylton-presented performances