(MANASSAS, VA)—The Hylton Performing Arts Center announced its 2022-2023 season of mainstage performances, featuring a diverse lineup of artists and ensembles across many genres, as part of Hylton Presents, Hylton Family Series, Matinee Idylls, and the American Roots Series. Season subscriptions are currently on sale to Friends of the Hylton Center at HyltonCenter.org/preview or by phone at 703-993-7700. For the general public, subscriptions go on sale Tuesday, May 3 and single tickets on Monday, August 1. More details are available at HyltonCenter.org.
The Hylton Center also shared 2022-2023 programming for its Arts Partners, including performances by Creative and Performing Arts Center (CAPAC), Manassas Ballet Theatre, Manassas Chorale, Manassas Symphony Orchestra, and Prince William Little Theatre.
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“We’re thrilled to be announcing our 2022-2023 season, which will bring some of the world’s leading artistic minds to the beautiful Merchant Hall stage,” shared Director of Programming Adrienne Bryant Godwin. “I’ve filled the season with artists who I know will inspire and delight—transporting audiences around the world to Mexico, Spain, Ireland, and Hungary; offering new insights on beloved cultural treasures such as The Beatles and I Love Lucy; and deepening our understanding of important cultural traditions, such as the sounds of Zydeco. I know our community has missed the joy of gathering together for live performances—we hope you’ll join us next season!”
“The Hylton Center is back! But then again, we never left,” adds Executive Director Rick Davis. “In our role as a principal venue for the arts in this region, the Hylton has continued to partner with our local arts groups and with the international professional artists that we are proud to share with our community every year. This season has all the earmarks of a record-breaker on all fronts, with pent-up energy galore, innovative programming, and a strong focus on excellence in artistry, diversity, and accessibility across the board.”
Hylton Presents returns with an exceptional showcase of performances from renowned national and international artists. The season kicks off with the legendary talents of a Broadway star in An Evening with Norm Lewis, as Lewis takes audiences on a journey through his trailblazing career, including leading turns in Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, Porgy and Bess, Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, and more.
Additional Hylton Presents highlights include “50 Years,” the anniversary tour of Swiss puppetry troupe Mummenschanz; thrilling back-to-back performances by the “Queen of Ranchera Music” Aida Cuevas and international flamenco megastar Farruquito; a high-flying, evening of acrobats, juggling, music, and more from Quebec-based circus company Machine de Cirque; and the Hylton Center debut of iconic dance company Mark Morris Dance Group for their critically acclaimed tribute to The Beatles, Pepperland.
The season also features the syncopated rhythms of Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents Songs We Love; a radiant concert of masterpieces performed by the Concerto Budapest Symphony Orchestra; the much-anticipated L.A. Theatre Works radio-style production of Lucy Loves Desi: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Sitcom; and a musical journey to Ireland with Irish music group Dervish.
Since 2014, the Hylton Center Veterans and the Arts Initiative has offered free, hands-on workshops, art exhibitions featuring Veterans’ artwork, and concerts for our local Veterans, Servicemembers, and military family members. The 2022-2023 Hylton Presents season includes two concerts presented in collaboration with the Veterans and the Arts Initiative, offering free tickets for Veterans and Servicemembers to these performances. In November, Northern Virginia’s Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra celebrates Veterans Day week with a Salute to the Military, and the season comes to a close with a special concert comprising active duty, Veterans, and military spouses from all branches of the Armed Forces, including the nationally acclaimed Voices of Service, in CAMMO Voices.
The season is filled with more returning audience favorites, including two Keyboard Conversations® programs by piano virtuoso Jeffrey Siegel in his popular “concert with commentary” format. The holiday season welcomes the return of A Chanticleer Christmas and Holiday Pops: Songs of the Season by the American Festival Pops Orchestra under the direction of newly appointed conductor, Maestro Peter Wilson.
The holidays also introduce South Africa’s three-time GRAMMY Award-winning Soweto Gospel Choir in a Hylton debut of their exuberant concert HOPE: It’s Been a Long Time Coming and U.S. National Scottish Fiddle Champion Seán Heely brings a band of merry musicians for A Celtic Christmas with Seán Heely.
Great family entertainment returns with another fun roundup of Hylton Family Series offerings! Magician Mike Super brings his mind-blowing illusions; Mexico Beyond Mariachi presents their spirited SUGAR SKULL! A Día de los Muertos Musical Adventure; the Bay Area Children’s Theatre brings a beloved storybook to life in Llama Llama Live; and Disney’s Winnie the Pooh: The New Musical Stage Adaptation transforms Merchant Hall into the Hundred Acre Wood for the iconic story told with stunning life-sized puppetry.
Audiences are invited to celebrate the best of bluegrass, country, blues, and more with the 2022-2023 American Roots Series. This season welcomes back D.C.-based bluegrass and “new-grass” pioneers The Seldom Scene; the all-female trio Wicked Sycamore for a playful evening of contemporary folk; and 2022-2023 Hylton Center Artist-in-Residence Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience for a full-on celebration of the soulful, “rootsy” sound born in South Louisiana. As an Artist-in-Residence, Simien will also work with the community through classes and workshops during the week leading up to the ensemble’s performance.
The afternoon chamber music series Matinee Idylls returns with a full “menu” of distinguished musicians who play an hour-long concert following a luncheon, then join the audience for a coffee and dessert reception. This season’s lineup includes cellist Alicia Ward; Virginia Opera’s A Taste of Opera; Victor Provost: Steelpan Rhythms & Melodies; and the violin and harp duo of Leo Sushansky and Michelle Lundy.
A full listing of 2022-2023 Hylton Presents, Hylton Family Series, Matinee Idylls, and American Roots Series performances follows. Unless otherwise noted, these performances take place at the Hylton Performing Arts Center located at 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas, Virginia 20110.
Programs, artists, and dates are subject to change. For the most up-to-date programming information, visit: HyltonCenter.org.
2022-2023 Hylton Center season attendance protocols are subject to change based on the policies of the CDC, Virginia, and George Mason University. See current policies at HyltonCenter.org/expect.
Hylton Performing Arts Center 2022-2023 Season:
Full Performance Descriptions: HyltonCenter.org
2022-2023 Hylton Presents Series:
An Evening with Norm Lewis
Sunday, September 18 at 7 p.m.
Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel
Music for the Young and Youthful
Sunday, October 2 at 2 p.m.
Mummenschanz
50 Years
Sunday, October 23 at 7 p.m.
Aida Cuevas
45th Anniversary – Yo Creo Que Es Tiempo
Saturday, October 29 at 8 p.m.
Farruquito
Intimate Farruquito
Sunday, October 30 at 7 p.m.
Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra
Salute to the Military
Darden Purcell, vocals
Saturday, November 12 at 8 p.m.
Chanticleer
A Chanticleer Christmas
Sunday, November 27 at 4 p.m.
Soweto Gospel Choir
HOPE: It’s Been a Long Time Coming
Friday, December 2 at 8 p.m.
American Festival Pops Orchestra
Holiday Pops: Songs of the Season
Friday, December 9 at 8 p.m.
A Celtic Christmas with Seán Heely
Sunday, December 11 at 4 p.m.
Concerto Budapest Symphony Orchestra
András Keller, conductor
Zoltán Fejérvári, piano
Sunday, January 22 at 2 p.m.
Machine de Cirque
La Galerie
Saturday, February 4 at 8 p.m.
Sunday, February 5 at 2 p.m.
Mark Morris Dance Group
Featuring the MMDG Music Ensemble
Pepperland
Saturday, February 11 at 8 p.m.
L.A. Theatre Works
Lucy Loves Desi: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Sitcom
Sunday, February 26 at 4 p.m.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents
Songs We Love
Sunday, March 5 at 4 p.m.
Dervish
Sunday, March 19 at 4 p.m.
Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel
Chopin and Grieg – A Musical Friendship
Sunday, April 23 at 2 p.m.
CAMMO Voices
Saturday, May 13 at 8 p.m.
2022-2023 Hylton Family Series:
Hylton Family Series is an inspiring series with children in mind—great family entertainment at affordable family prices in Merchant Hall.
Mike Super – Magic and Illusion
Sunday, September 25 at 4 p.m.
SUGAR SKULL! A Día de los Muertos Musical Adventure
Presented by Mexico Beyond Mariachi
Sunday, November 13 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Bay Area Children’s Theatre
Llama Llama Live
Sunday, February 12 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Disney’s Winnie the Pooh
The New Musical Stage Adaptation
Sunday, April 16 at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m.
2022-2023 Hylton Center American Roots Series:
American Roots Series is a series of up-close and down-home concerts featuring the best of bluegrass, folk, country, blues, and more. Enjoy food and beverages at these concerts in the Gregory Family Theater, set café-style for a relaxed and intimate experience.
The Seldom Scene
Saturday, November 19 at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Artist-in-Residence
Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience
Saturday, February 25 at 5:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Wicked Sycamore
Saturday, April 29 at 8 p.m.
2022-2023 Hylton Center Matinee Idylls:
Matinee Idylls presents a fantastic “menu” of distinguished musicians presenting a colorful variety of chamber music in the Gregory Family Theater. 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 at 12:30 p.m.
Concert at 1:30 p.m.
Dessert Reception following the concert
Alicia Ward
Wednesday, October 5
Virginia Opera
A Taste of Opera
Wednesday, November 9
Victor Provost: Steelpan Rhythms & Melodies
Wednesday, March 1
Leo Sushansky and Michelle Lundy
Wednesday, April 12
2022-2023 Hylton Center Arts Partners
The Arts Partners are based in Prince William County and the City of Manassas, and highlight the extraordinary talents and resources that exist in our area. Each year, these local arts organizations present a vibrant program of performing arts on the stages of the Hylton Center.
Prince William Little Theatre and Manassas Symphony Orchestra
The Sound of Music
July 15 at 7 p.m.
July 16-17 at 2 p.m.
Manassas Chorale
Broadway in Manassas!
Saturday, October 8 at 7:30 p.m.
Prince William Little Theatre
Peter and the Starcatcher
October 14-15; 21-22 at 8 p.m.
October 16; 22-23 at 2 p.m.
Manassas Ballet Theatre
The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
October 14-15 at 7:30 p.m.
October 16 at 3 p.m.
Manassas Symphony Orchestra
Celebrations
Saturday, October 22 at 7:30 p.m.
Manassas Chorale
Everywhere, Christmas Tonight
Saturday, December 3 at 7:30 p.m.
Creative and Performing Arts Center
Langston Hughes’ Black Nativity
Sunday, December 4 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Prince William Little Theatre
The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge
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.
Manassas Symphony Orchestra
Family Concert: Explorations
Saturday, December 10 at 3:30 p.m.
Manassas Ballet Theatre
The Nutcracker
December 16-17 at 7:30 p.m.
December 17-18, 20-23 at 3 p.m.
Manassas Symphony Orchestra
Inspirations
Saturday, March 4 at 7:30 p.m.
Prince William Little Theatre
The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
March 10-11; 17-18 at 8 p.m.
March 11-12; 18-19 at 2 p.m.
Manassas Ballet Theatre
La Boutique Fantasque & More!
March 10-11 at 7:30 p.m.
March 12 at 3 p.m.
Manassas Chorale
With One Voice
Saturday, March 18 at 7:30 p.m.
Manassas Symphony Orchestra
Aspirations
Saturday, May 6 at 7:30 p.m.
Manassas Ballet Theatre
Swan Lake
May 19-20 at 7:30 p.m.
May 20-21 at 3 p.m.
Manassas Chorale
From Sea to Shining Sea
Friday, June 2 at 7:30 p.m.
2022-2023 Hylton Center Sponsors:
Hylton Center Season Sponsor: F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating Air Conditioning & Electrical
Season Announcement Event and Friends of the Hylton Center Hospitality Sponsor: Alliant Wealth Advisors
Hylton Center Holiday Performance Sponsor: Insight Wealth Management
American Roots Series Sponsors: Randall and Anna Edwards, Miller Toyota of Manassas, NOVEC, United Bank
Matinee Idylls Sponsors: BluSage Catering, NOVEC
Additional Sponsors: Amazon Web Services; Didlake; Law Office of Krista L. Newton PLLC; McNichols Family Foundation; Stanley Martin; and Buck and Julie Waters.
Veterans and the Arts Initiative Sponsors: Penny Barrows, in memory of John Barrows; City of Manassas; Guitar & Accessories Marketing Association (GAMA); J Barrows Sales Training/Service2Software; MGN Foundation, National Endowment for the Arts; Harry and Zoe Poole Foundation; Safeway Foundation; and Virginia Commission for the Arts.
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About the Hylton Performing Arts Center
Dedicated to bringing a world-class performing arts venue to the Prince William region, the Hylton Performing Arts Center was born out of a partnership among Prince William County, George Mason University, the City of Manassas, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and individuals and businesses in the private sector. Soaring more than nine stories and boasting a stunning mix of copper, glass, and masonry, the 102,000-square foot center is home to two unparalleled performance venues for local arts groups and performers from around the world, as well as university-related activities. The Hylton Center Education and Rehearsal Wing opened in December 2019—adding 17,000 square feet of space for rehearsals, classes, and performances, and allows the artists and arts educators of our community to fully facilitate the entire life-cycle of artistic creation. The Hylton Performing Arts Center, the only building of its kind in the area, has quickly become the cultural hub of Prince William County and the surrounding communities and is a shining example of civic collaboration and commitment to the arts.
About George Mason University
George Mason University, Virginia’s largest public research university, enrolls 39,000 students from 130 countries and all 50 states. Located near Washington, D.C., Mason has grown rapidly over the last half-century and is recognized for its innovation and entrepreneurship, remarkable diversity and commitment to accessibility. In 2022, Mason celebrates 50 years as an independent institution. Learn more at gmu.edu. For more information, visit HyltonCenter.org
