Press Releases

Center for the Arts' Geppetto & Son rescheduled

Tuesday, February 02, 2010

Pied Piper Theatre’s production of Disney’s Geppetto & Son has been rescheduled for the upcoming weekend on Saturday, February 6 at 7:30pm and on Sunday, February 7 at 4:00pm. Disney’s Geppetto & Son performs at Gar-Field High School, 14000 Smoketown Rd., Woodbridge. Tickets are $8 in advance at Music & Arts Center outlets or online at www.center-for-the-arts.org. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $9. Group tickets are also available for scouts, church groups and other organizations by calling the Center for the Arts at (703) 330-ARTS.

Center for the Arts' Pied Piper Theatre Opens "Geppetto & Son"

Friday, January 08, 2010

Disney’s “GEPPETTO & SON” takes the stage this month when the Center for the Arts’ Pied Piper Theatre presents the newest version of the enchanting story of Pinocchio. With a cast of over 40 of the area’s most talented young actors, you won’t want to miss this comedy adventure for the entire family. Directed by Jann Crawford, PPT's production of Disney’s Geppetto & Son performs Sat., Jan. 23 and 30 at 7:30pm and Sun., Jan. 24 and 31 at 4:00pm (snow date 2/6) at Gar-Field High School, 14000 Smoketown Rd., Woodbridge. Tickets are $8 in advance at www.center-for-the-arts.org or $9 at the door. Group tickets are also available for scouts, church groups and other organizations by calling (703) 330-ARTS.

Put Drama in Your Holiday Stocking

Wednesday, December 02, 2009

Put Drama in Your Holiday Stocking Don’t know what to get your kids for the holidays? Why not stuff their stockings with the gift of drama? Holiday Drama Workshops are being offered from Monday through Wednesday, December 28-30 at the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory in Old Town Manassas. From 10:30am-12:30pm, children ages 5-7 will participate in theatre games, improvisation, and character work to develop acting basics and self-confidence. From 1:30pm-4:30pm, young actors age 8-12 will explore a broad range of acting, improvisation, character development and scene work. Pied Piper Theatre veteran actress and director, Carolyn Browder, will be teaching both workshops. Add this special holiday gift to your list today and register on line at www.center-for-the-arts.org or call the Center for the Arts at (703) 330-ARTS.

Actor's Studio

Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Bring a little drama to your life and attend the Center for the Arts’ ACTOR’S STUDIO for fun on the stage. “Imagination Express” for ages 5-7 provides our youngest actors with theatre games and basic acting skills. Classes are Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:30-6:00pm from October 5-November 18. Students will perform a short play at the end of the session. In “Center Stage”, ages 8-12 are challenged to create and sustain a role without the pressure of auditioning. This performance workshop provides an opportunity to take the stage while learning acting basics and valuable theatre skills. “Center Stage” meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30-6:00pm from October 6-November 19. Sign up for these classes and other acting workshops including Acting for Seniors 60+, Voice Training, The Actor’s Audition, and Behind the Scenes Technical Workshops at www.center-for-the-arts.org or call the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory at 703-330-ARTS for more information.

Pied Piper Children's Theatre Fall Auditions

Monday, August 31, 2009

The Center for the Arts Pied Piper Theatre announces auditions.Director Vince Worthington will be casting actors, singers, and dancers ages 8-18 for Disney’s Aladdin Jr. on Friday and Saturday, September 11 and 12 with callbacks on Sunday, September 13. Performances are scheduled for November 14-22 in Manassas, VA. For more information check online at www.center-for-the-arts.org.

Summer Fun with the Bard

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Actress and director, Joyce Peifer Forbes, will be directing a 3-week master workshop in Shakespeare at the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory. 'Will Shakespeare’s Excellent Adventure' is offered for ages 13-20 and will run from 7-9pm, Monday through Friday, July 6-24. Register online at www.center-for-the-arts.org or call the Center for the Arts at 703-330-2787.

Center for the Arts' Pied Piper Theatre Camps Take the Stage

Thursday, June 11, 2009

Act, sing and dance your way to the stage this summer in the Pied Piper Theatre’s camps and classes! Camps for all ages from 5 - 18 are offered in Manassas, Gainesville, and Woodbridge throughout the summer. Space is limited so sign up online at www.center-for-the-arts.org.

Don’t Miss the Final Weekend of 'Robin Hood'

Tuesday, May 05, 2009

The Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory closes out its Pied Piper Theatre season with the musical production of ROBIN HOOD. Final performances are Saturday, May 9 at 7:30pm and Sunday, May 10 at 4:00 at Osbourn Park High School, 8909 Euclid Avenue, Manassas. Tickets are available at the door for $9 and in advance on line at www.center-for-the-arts.org or by calling 703-330-2787.

Center for the Arts' Pied Piper Children's Theatre Opens "Robin Hood"

Tuesday, April 07, 2009

Swashbuckling swordplay and action packed adventure lead the day when the Center for the Arts’ Pied Piper Theatre brings “Robin Hood” to the stage in May. Directed by Vincent Worthington, “Robin Hood” opens Saturdays, May 2 and 9 at 7:30pm and Sundays, May 3 and 10 at 4:00pm at Osbourn Park High School, 8909 Euclid Avenue, Manassas. Tickets are $9 at the door and $8 in advance at ticket outlets or on-line at www.center-for-the-arts.org. Group tickets are also available. For more information call the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory at 703-330-ARTS.

'Acting for Seniors' classes offered at Center for the Arts

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

The Center for the Arts opens registration for 'Acting for Seniors'. Classes begin Apr. 1 and continue through May 20.

Rooftop Productions presents "Love Letters"

Tuesday, February 03, 2009

Rooftop Productions announces auditions for its spring production of Love Letters by A. R. Gurney. Directed by Deb Crawford, auditions will be held at the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory at 9419 Battle St., Manassas on Sunday and Monday, February 8 and 9 from 7pm-9pm. Three males and 3 females are needed for this production which runs on Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, March 20-April 4. For more information call the Center for the Arts at 703-330-2787.

PIed Piper Theatre "Robin Hood" Auditions

Friday, January 23, 2009

The Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory announces auditions for the Pied Piper Theatre’s spring production of ROBIN HOOD. Actors, singers and dancers ages 8-18 are needed for this classic tale of Robin Hood and his merry band. To sign up for an audition or to get more information, call the Center for the Arts at (703) 330-ARTS.

Stage Combat Classes Begin

Friday, January 16, 2009

The Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory kicks off a class for the New Year with Stage Combat for actors. Register on line at www.center-for-the-arts.org or call (703) 330-2787 for more information.

Center for the Arts presents Alice in Wonderland

Friday, January 16, 2009

The Center for the Arts’ Pied Piper Theatre opens the New Year with the delightful classic fairy tale, ALICE IN WONDERLAND. Directed by Jann Crawford, this lighthearted musical performs at Gar-Field High School in Woodbridge, Saturdays, January 31 and February 7 at 7:30pm and Sundays, February 1 and 8 at 4:00pm with a snow date on Sunday, February 15. Tickets are $8 in advance and $9 at the door. Group tickets are also available or order tickets in advance on-line at www.center-for-the-arts.org.

New Drama Classes at the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory

Wednesday, December 31, 2008

'Imagination Express' (ages 5-7) introduces theatre games and performing skills with a short play the final day of class. 'Center Stage' features a performing workshop working on character development and scene study(ages 8-12). Both run on Tues. and Thurs. from Jan. 13-Feb. 19 with 'Imagination Express' from 4:30-6:00pm and 'Center Stage' from 6:00-7:30pm. 'Voice Training for Teens & Adults' begins on Wed., Jan. 7-Feb. 25. Award winning vocalist, Dr. Lori Lind will be teaching. 'Stage Combat' begins in Jan. with techniques of swordplay taught including footwork, attacks, parries and slashes. Classes are Sat. from 1-3pm from Jan. 24-Mar. 14.(ages 13-adult), sign up early to reserve your place! Register online at www.center-for-the-arts.org or call (703)330-2787.

Meet Alice After the Parade

Monday, December 01, 2008

After a brisk morning watching the Manassas Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 6, stop by the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory to enjoy juice and cookies with Alice. Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the White Rabbit will be celebrating the holidays with other cast members of Pied Piper Theatre’s upcoming production of Alice in Wonderland. Join in the fun and meet the characters of Wonderland after the parade until 3:00pm. Don’t forget to wave as Alice’s float passes in the parade!

Pied Piper Theatre's Final Willie Wonka, Jr. Weekend

Monday, November 17, 2008

Press Release 11/16/08 Contact: Anne Ridgway 703-330-2787 WILLY WONKA, JR. – FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY Don’t miss the closing weekend of Pied Piper Theatre’s musical production of Willy Wonka, Jr. Bring the entire family and everyone will go home singing the “Oompa Loompa” song and “Candy Man.” Forty-six talented young actors from throughout the area join together to bring you the wonderful characters from Roald Dahl’s book, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Willy Wonka, Jr. takes the stage on Saturday, November 22 at 7:30pm and Sunday, November 23 at 4:00pm at Osbourn Park High School, 8909 Euclid Avenue in Manassas. Tickets are available in advance for $8 at www.center-for-the-arts.org or ticket outlets and at the door for $9. Group tickets are also available by calling the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory at (703) 330-ARTS. Join us for a magical adventure through Willy Wonka’s wonderful candy factory!

Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory presents "A Thurber Carnival"

Monday, November 10, 2008

November 10, 2008 For Immediate Release Contact: Anne Ridgway 703-330-2787 Rooftop Productions presents James Thurber’s comedy review, A THURBER CARNIVAL on Fridays and Saturdays at 8pm, November 14-22, 2008. Directed by Scott Bailey, this production performs at the Kellar Theatre in the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory, 9419 Battle St., Manassas. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors 65+. Tickets available online at www.center-for-the-arts.org or call Center for the Arts at 703-330-ARTS.

The Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory presents Willy Wonka, Jr.

Wednesday, November 05, 2008

WILLY WONKA, JR. – FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY Willy Wonka, Jr. takes the stage on Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 4:00pm from November 15 through 23 at Osbourn Park High School, 8909 Euclid Avenue in Manassas. Tickets are available in advance for $8 at www.center-for-the-arts.org or ticket outlets and at the door for $9. Group tickets are also available by calling the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory at (703) 330-ARTS. Join us for a magical adventure through Willy Wonka’s wonderful candy factory!

Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory's Rooftop Productions presents "A Thurber Carnival"

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Rooftop Productions opens its 2008-2009 season with James Thurber’s A THURBER CARNIVAL. Winner of a special Tony Award, this Broadway hit incorporated some of Thurber’s most popular works into one satirical review. It includes some of his most beloved stories, cartoons, and humorous short pieces, many of which appeared in The New Yorker. A Thurber Carnival features popular sketches of American life including The Secret Life of Walter Mitty. The Night the Bed Fell, and Gentlemen Shoppers. It also includes the unforgettable File and Forget in which Thurber recounts his famous correspondence with various publishers who ship him books which he never ordered. Directed by Scott Bailey, A Thurber Carnival features some of the areas most popular actors including Ted Ballard, Deb Crawford, Mark Yeager, Heather Plank, Dell Pendergast, McCall Doyle, Amy Thompson, Cassandra Newman, and Steven Rice.

Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory - 'Alice in Wonderland Auditions'

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

AUDITIONS FOR ALICE IN WONDERLAND The Center for the Arts’ Pied Piper Theatre is seeking actors, singers, and dancers ages 8-18 for the musical theatre production of Alice in Wonderland. The cast includes Alice, the White Rabbit, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, the Mad Hatter, the March Hare, the Queen of Hearts, the Cheshire Cat, and many, many more delightful characters. Directed by Jann Crawford, Alice in Wonderland will perform at Gar-Field High School from January 31-February 8 with a snow date of February 15. Rehearsals are in Manassas on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Auditions will be held at the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory on Thursday, October 30 and Saturday November 1 with call backs on November 2. How to Audition classes are available from October 27-29 for those who would like to hone their auditioning skills. All auditions are by appointment only. Call 703-330-2787 to arrange for an audition.

Sock Hop at the Candy Factory

Friday, October 17, 2008

Press Release Let’s Go To the Hop Saturday, October 25, 2008 8-10 pm in the Kellar Theater $12 per person Let’s swing! There will be costume and dance contests. Line strolls. Mini swing lessons, Refreshments and a possible Elvis sighting.

Tickets now on sale for 'A Thurber Carnival'

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

October 10, 2008 Press Release for Immediate Release Contact: Anne Ridgway 703-330-2787 Tickets now on sale for 'A Thurber Carnival' The Center for the Arts’ Rooftop Productions opens its 2008-2009 season with James Thurber’s A THURBER CARNIVAL. A Thurber Carnival performs Fridays and Saturdays, November 7-22 at 8pm in the Kellar Theater at the Candy Factory, 9419 Battle St, Manassas, VA. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students and seniors 65+ and may be purchased online at www.center-for-the-arts.org or call (703) 330-2787. Season tickets are also available at $28 and $22 which includes the spring production of 'Proof' by David Auburn.

African Drumming Classes at the Center for the Arts

Monday, September 29, 2008

African Drumming and Dance Workshop with Victor Berry If you are 10-18 years of age, bring your enthusiasm and lots of rhythm and join in the fervor at the Center for the Arts’ African Drumming and Dance Workshop on Saturday, October 11 from 1:30-3:30pm. Featuring Director Victor Berry of the Cultural Foundation for Children, participants will experience the beauty of the African drum.

The Actor's Studio

Monday, September 15, 2008

Press Release for Immediate Release Contact: Anne Ridgway (703) 330-2787 The Actor’s Studio opens this fall with an expanded offering of classes for all ages in the performing arts. Registration has begun so don’t wait to sign up! Class listings and registration are now online at www.center-for-the-arts.org or call the Center for the Arts at (703) 330-ARTS for a brochure or more information.

Rooftop Productions Holds Auditions

Wednesday, August 06, 2008

PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Anne Ridgway 703-330-2787 The Center for the Arts’ Rooftop Productions announces auditions for its opening production of the 2008-2009 season. Actors and actresses ages 19+ are needed for 5-8 roles in James Thurber’s Tony Award winning comedy review, A THURBER CARNIVAL. Auditions will consist of cold readings from the script and will be held on Sunday, August 24 and Monday, August 25 from 7-9 pm at the Center for the Arts, 9419 Battle Street, Manassas, VA. The performances are scheduled for Fridays and Saturdays, November 7-22 at 8pm in the Kellar Theater at the Center for the Arts at the Candy Factory. For more information call 703-330-ARTS.

Center for the Arts Registration for Summer Theatre Camps

Friday, May 09, 2008

Register for Pied Piper Theatre camps online at www.center-for-the-arts.org.

Final Week of "Peter Pan"

Wednesday, April 30, 2008

Final weekend of “PETER PAN” The final weekend of PETER PAN will be presented on Saturday, May 3 at 7:30pm and on Sunday, May 4 at 4:00pm. Performances are at Osbourn Park High School, 8909 Euclid Avenue in Manassas. Order tickets on-line at www.center-for-the-arts.org. Tickets are available for $7 in advance and $8 at the door. Group tickets for organized groups are also available by calling (703) 330-ARTS.

Pied Piper Theatre presents “PETER PAN”

Monday, April 14, 2008

Pied Piper Theatre presents “PETER PAN” at Osbourn Park High School, 8909 Euclid Ave., Manassas Saturdays, April 26 and May 3 at 7:30pm Sundays, April 27 & May 4 at 4:00pm,

2007 SummerSounds Concerts

Monday, June 11, 2007

The Center for the Arts presents the schedule for the 2007 SummerSounds Concert series - six free concerts held on alternating Saturday nights throughout the summer on the Manassas Museum lawn (Harris Pavilion in inclement weather)