ARTfactory is offering classes and workshops in visual and performing arts with an emphasis on health and well-being. Our ARTful Wellness Series is open to the public. All Artful Wellness classes are offered at a discounted rate. However, through the generosity of funding provided by UVA Health, we are offering classes and workshops for free to those who are referred to us through a healthcare provider or otherwise qualified professional. Free referral spaces are limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. See our referral form below if interested. If you feel you fit the parameters for free tuition but do not have someone to refer you, please email ahryel@virginiaartfactory.org.

The 2024 Class & Workshop Selection Includes:

• Drumming for focus and relaxation (Ages 10+)
• Family Theatre Games (All Ages)
• Family TAP (Ages 6+)
• Intro to Your Speaking Voice (Ages 15+)
• Jewelry Making (Ages 13+)
• Meditative Spirals (Ages 13+)
• Neurographic Art (Ages 13+)
• Return to Inner Peace (Ages 15+)
• Swing Dance (Ages 15+)
• Telling Your Story Through Art (Ages 13+)
• Watercolor loose and Expressive (Ages 15+)
• The Art of the Zentangle Method (Ages 13+)

Click Learn More below to be taken to the webpage where you can view our interactive catalog and register!

This year, we have introduced a new, interactive summer camp catalog. Click the button below to make your way to the webpage where you can view the catalog and register for summer camps.

Residents of the City of Manassas: click here for discounted camps funded by the City of Manassas specifically for residents.

If you have any questions, please email info@virginiaartfactory.org for more information.

“Just Another Day” Group Art Exhibit by the Infinity Collective
Exhibit dates: June 20-July 27, 2024
Curated by Zsudayka Nzinga

Artist Reception: June 29, 6 pm-8 pm (Free & open to the public)

Exhibit Summary
Just Another Day challenges the notion that Black women as artists are required to attach political narratives to their work. The exhibit explores the freedom to create artwork that is not laden with the required Black narratives of social Justice, racism, and equality. Instead, it is a visual representation of Black women claiming the space to simply exist and share and celebrate moments of the mundane. Just Another Day features the work of the following artists: Camilla Angel, Shante Bullock, Artise Fletcher, Dany Green, Joy Nutt, Reshada Pullen-Jireh, Liz Stewart, Chantae Sudlow, Candice Tavares, and Vanessa Villarreal.

The irony of this approach is that the very act of Black women working to create without the requirement of being political inherently makes the work political. The exhibition challenges the viewer to disconnect from the need to over explain the Black woman experience or only be able to find relatability within their work when linked with a social/political cause. Traditional celebrations of Black women’s artwork focus on othering and fetishism by making the lived experiences of the artists into bullet points for social change, rather than allowing space for existence without assigning a job to their identity.

The narratives explored in the works will instead concentrate on the joy of creating artwork and exploring creativity around culture and experience, while not pressuring the artists to be the voice of radical change or the educators. It is an invitation for self-awareness, prompting the viewer to assess the language they use in describing the exhibition pieces and the artists and their identities, and to forge new language and practice around the celebration and appreciation of the art. The works thematic content focuses on moments with family, moments of rest and relaxation, celebrations of culture that aren’t calls for action, the exploration of fashion, and images that may explore trauma from the perspective of human experience and not as Black bodies seeking respite.

The Infinity Collective
The works are curated by Zsudayka Nzinga, whose curatorial practice focuses on storytelling and the voices of Black women. The Infinity Collective was brought together through a grant from the Honfleur Gallery in DC which targeted programming relevant to Black women artists. The grant was sponsored by Sharon Gaultier who had an interest in supporting work from women artists in the DC area. The Infinity Collective selected 11 Black women from the DMV area who were emerging, practicing artists whose work explored Black culture, both rooted in America and cross diaspora identities. Assisted by fellow artist, Shante Bullock, the artists went through an 8-week business building workshop with guest speakers ranging from attorneys to art representatives.

A Note from the Curator, Zsudayka Nzinga
In writing this, I became keenly aware of how necessary it is to make sure that people know we aren’t countering narratives of need for political and social change. Rather, it seeks to validate calls for action by creating an opportunity to emerge in the daily experience of Black women and seek the value equally in the voices of the experiences and creative practices of artists while not requiring them to pander their value in social political causes. The challenge rests on the shoulders of the viewer acknowledging the requirements they personally place on not just the work of Black women, but all communities they identify as “other”.

The artwork is for sale.

Event image: Joy Nutt, Alternate Route, Acrylic.
Contact
ARTfactory, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org
9419 Battle St, Manassas, VA 20110 703-330-2787
Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm), Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org

Join Mike Flynn for an introduction to painting soft and impressionistic landscapes in oils.  This class will explore the fundamental techniques of oil painting, and the use of the medium to suggest distance, form, texture and atmosphere.  Mike will teach through demonstration in this class for beginners and advanced beginners.  Oil paints and canvases will be provided via supply fee.   Age 15 – Adult.

Instructor: Mike Flynn

Tuition: $180  Supply Fee: $10   

In this multi-media class, instructor Mike Flynn will guide students through four different projects using ink pen and watercolor paint. Students will conquer a new project each week, and learn the fundamentals of using both pen and paint to create beautiful art. Canvases and pens will be provided via the supply fee, paint supplies will need to be purchased. You can find supply lists on the classes and camps page on our website or by clicking here.

Instructor: Mike Flynn

Tuition: $135 Supply Fee: $8

Bricks & Minifigs of Woodbridge presents an ARTfactory Pied Piper Theatre Intensive,  Anastasia the Musical.

Anastasia: The Musical is the spectacular new musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. This is a 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway.

From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

Performances will be at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Friday, July 26 at 7pm and Saturday, July 27 at 2pm & 7pm.

Caribbean Culture & Jewelry
Art Talk & Pop-Up Jewelry Sale with Dulce Isalguez Parker
(Saturday, July 27, 2-4 pm)

Learn more about Caribbean culture, community, and native semiprecious gemstones during this free art gallery talk led by Dulce Isalguez Parker. This talk will focus on the history and popularity of the Amber and Larimar semiprecious stones used in Dulce’s jewelry, the Caribbean Island “Hispaniola”, and the overall cultural diversity of the Caribbean. Dulce’s discussion will be followed by a Q & A and Pop-up Jewelry Sale (hand beaded and hand cut).

Light refreshments provided. This event is free and open to the public. Donations accepted.

Visit www.DulcePCaribbeanGifts.com for a preview of the items that will be offered at the pop-up jewelry sale.

About the Artist
Dulce Isalguez Parker is a Caribbean Island native, a cultural educator, and a woman military veteran who has traveled extensively around the world for the last 50 years. As a cultural educator, she has worked with many different cultures, conducting workshops, presentations and cultural diversity training in schools, universities, and Art-Cultural Centers. Her interest in cultures led her to study and collect native gemstones and connect with people. Dulce designs and creates beautiful one-of-a kind handcrafted jewelry using rare Caribbean semiprecious stones, “Larimar” and “Dominican Blue Amber” which are only found in her native country of the Dominican Republic.

Her inspiration and passion come from the natural beauty of her tropical Caribbean Island, its beautiful turquoise blue-green ocean, the tall green mountains, and tropical forests that are the origins of our Dominican Amber. Dulce combines Larimar and Dominican Amber with other natural gems stones, Lapis Lazuli, Red and Pink Corals, Fresh Water Pearls, Glass Bead Crystals, Agates, and Natural Shells. Her jewelry creations are unique pieces set in silver, hand beaded, and hand cut. The rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and pins are a “gift” from nature and have a special meaning to each person.

Contact
ARTfactory, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org
9419 Battle St, Manassas, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787
Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm), Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org

Bricks & Minifigs of Woodbridge presents an ARTfactory Pied Piper Theatre Intensive,  Anastasia the Musical.

Anastasia: The Musical is the spectacular new musical about discovering who you are and defining who you’re meant to be. This is a 60-minute adaptation of the Broadway.

From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, creators of such Broadway classics as Ragtime and Once On This Island, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past. Pursued by a ruthless Soviet officer determined to silence her, Anya enlists the aid of a dashing con man and a lovable ex-aristocrat. Together, they embark on an epic adventure to help her find home, love and family.

Performances will be at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Friday, July 26 at 7pm and Saturday, July 27 at 2pm & 7pm.

“Earthly Delights” by Sandra McClelland-Lewin and Bettie Sperty
Exhibit dates: August 1-September 14, 2024

Artist Reception: August 10, 6 pm-8 pm (Free to the public)
View the artwork, meet the artists, and enjoy light refreshments.

Exhibit Summary
“Earthly Delights”
In an artistic collaboration, Sandra McClelland Lewin and Bettie Sperty’s bright compositions combine in an exhibit that is a cross between nature’s earthly beauty and ethereal imaginary worlds. Sperty’s artwork ranges from colorful and whimsical to the fine detail of Trompe L’oeil. Her works pair seamlessly next to Lewin’s detailed representational, yet meditative acrylic paintings. The artwork included in this exhibit features vibrant birds, insects and animals, lush greenery and heavenly skies, all executed in delicate, beautiful detail and often enhanced with shimmering metallic foils, discreet sparkle or pearlescent accents. Each piece compels the viewer to take a closer look.

The artists hope that exhibit viewers will pause for a moment and allow the art to soothe their souls, relax their minds, and allow them to become one with nature.

“Like music and art, love of nature is a common language that can transcend political or social boundaries.”…. Jimmy Carter

About the Artists
Sandra McClelland Lewin
Sandra Lewin received a BA in Advertising Design, but didn’t really begin her artistic career until many years later when she became a computer graphic artist for the Central Intelligence Agency. After retiring from the government, she began taking classes in fine art such as watercolor, colored pencil, and acrylics. Her body of work is primarily representational, inspired by the beauty of nature, and is not limited to any one style or medium. Her graphics background influences her methodology, ensuring compositions that are balanced in movement and color. Hobbies of photography and travel provide inspiration and abundant material for her paintings. Through her color choices and subject matter she hopes to elevate the spirit, causing the viewer to slow down, smile, and enjoy the moment. She considers her art a success if it motivates that sort of peaceful reflection.

Bettie Sperty
Bettie Sperty is a local Virginia artist who enjoys working with a variety of mediums.
She truly has been honing her skills since childhood, when more than once she was reprimanded for drawing in all of the margins of her school papers and on her homework. Though mostly self-taught, she has always been inspired by watching other artists, learning from them and also exploring techniques, styles and mediums on her own.
Bettie’s painting style runs from fun, colorful and whimsical to the fine detail of photo-realism. Her pieces are quite often inspired by nature and enhanced with metallic foils, iridescent paints or other sparkling accents.
Bettie creates her pieces for her own enjoyment and is always happy if someone else enjoys them, as well.

Contact
ARTfactory, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org
9419 Battle St, Manassas, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787
Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm), Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org

Join dance instructor, Andrew Tecco, for our 2024 Summer sessions of Sunday Swing at the ARTfactory. Each session will be broken down into several phases:

Phase 1: Dance Instruction-Andrew will spend the first hour teaching dance basics and new concepts

Phase 2: Guided Practice-Andrew will use the middle hour to supervise and help students as they practice the skills learned in class

Phase 3: Open Social Dance hour where anyone of any level can join and dance socially

Tuition: Full Session Single $108 Couple $216, Open Dance Hour ONLY $10/person (Paid at the Door)

About the Instructor

Andrew fell in love with Lindy Hop swing dancing over a decade ago at a New Years Eve dance at Glen Echo’s Spanish Ballroom.  Starting in 2018, Andrew more fully committed himself to developing his skills and has been a regular participant in the DMV’s Lindy dance scene during that time.  Since 2022 Andrew has also begun to share his love of dance by teaching and DJing at various local dance events.  In addition to Lindy Hop, Andrew enjoys blues dancing, West Coast Swing and other dances.

Join artist Michele Frantz for a 5 lesson session in acrylic painting!  Versatile and forgiving, acrylic paints may be manipulated with a wide array of techniques, applied to many different surfaces, and modified with various additives. Students new to acrylics will learn introductory basics; experienced students will improve skills and explore new directions. Class is offered throughout the year with a different approach presented each session. Click here for a list of supplies; canvases and boards will be provided by the instructor. For ages 15 & up.

Instructor: Michele Frantz

Tuition: $108  Canvas Fee: $5 

Join Mike Flynn for an introduction to painting soft and impressionistic landscapes in oils.  This class will explore the fundamental techniques of oil painting, and the use of the medium to suggest distance, form, texture and atmosphere.  Mike will teach through demonstration in this class for beginners and advanced beginners.  Oil paints and canvases will be provided via supply fee.   Age 15 – Adult.

Instructor: Mike Flynn

Tuition: $180  Supply Fee: $10   

This class is designed for students (beginner to intermediate) who want to explore the unique principles of watercolor: transparency, speed, & spontaneity. Classes will emphasize and demonstrate brush work, color mixing, wash techniques, value patterns, design layout, and composition. Class may be taken multiple times; subject matter will vary among a variety of landscapes, seascapes, florals, & still-life. Watercolor paper will be provided by instructor. Click here for a list of supplies. For ages 15 & up.

Instructor: Mike Flynn

Tuition: $135  Paper Fee: $8 

Join artist Michele Frantz for an evening class in acrylic painting.  Quick drying, vibrant and versatile, acrylics may be applied to a wide variety of surfaces and altered with different additives.  Students new to acrylics will learn introductory basics; experienced students will improve skills and explore new directions. Supplies provided via supply fee.  For ages 15 & up.

Instructor: Michele Frantz

Tuition: $81  Supply Fee: $20   Register early for 10% tuition discount for non members and a 25% discount for members.

Explore the beautiful fluidity and transparency of watercolor. Beginners will learn basic tools and techniques. Experienced students will explore new methods, materials, and styles. This class is offered throughout the year with a different approach presented each session.  A list of supplies can be found on the Classes and Camps page, or by clicking here. Watercolor paper will be provided by the instructor. For ages 15 & up.

Instructor: Michele Frantz

Tuition: $108  Supply Fee: $10  Register early for 10% tuition discount for non members and a 25% discount for members.

Join the ARTfactory for Drag Comedy, Music and Shenanigans featuring Anja Dick as “The Karen Whisperer”.

HOA rules clearly state that you must keep your grass under 3 inches tall and you must get your tickets to see Anja Dick’s one-woman show, “The Karen Whisperer” right away!

Anja is back with more original music, stories, shenanigans, and a big heaping helping of laughs. Come and kiki with Karen and Becky, Kevin and Chad, and get to know Dunning AND Kruger themselves.

Don’t miss your chance to speak to the manager herself! 

Friday and Saturday, August 9 and 10 at 8 pm in the Wind River Theater at the ARTfactory

Presale Tickets are on sale now for $25. Door tickets are $30.   Reserve your spot now!

AGES 21 AND UP ONLY

Table Seating and Cash Bar Available.

“Earthly Delights” by Sandra McClelland-Lewin and Bettie Sperty
Exhibit dates: August 1-September 14, 2024

Artist Reception: August 10, 6 pm-8 pm (Free to the public)
View the artwork, meet the artists, and enjoy light refreshments.

Exhibit Summary
“Earthly Delights”
In an artistic collaboration, Sandra McClelland-Lewin and Bettie Sperty’s bright compositions combine in an exhibit that is a cross between nature’s earthly beauty and ethereal imaginary worlds. Sperty’s artwork ranges from colorful and whimsical to the fine detail of Trompe L’oeil. Her works pair seamlessly next to Lewin’s detailed representational, yet meditative acrylic paintings. The artwork included in this exhibit features vibrant birds, insects and animals, lush greenery and heavenly skies, all executed in delicate, beautiful detail and often enhanced with shimmering metallic foils, discreet sparkle or pearlescent accents. Each piece compels the viewer to take a closer look.

The artists hope that exhibit viewers will pause for a moment and allow the art to soothe their souls, relax their minds, and allow them to become one with nature.

“Like music and art, love of nature is a common language that can transcend political or social boundaries.”…. Jimmy Carter

About the Artists
Sandra McClelland-Lewin
Sandra Lewin received a BA in Advertising Design, but didn’t really begin her artistic career until many years later when she became a computer graphic artist for the Central Intelligence Agency. After retiring from the government, she began taking classes in fine art such as watercolor, colored pencil, and acrylics. Her body of work is primarily representational, inspired by the beauty of nature, and is not limited to any one style or medium. Her graphics background influences her methodology, ensuring compositions that are balanced in movement and color. Hobbies of photography and travel provide inspiration and abundant material for her paintings. Through her color choices and subject matter she hopes to elevate the spirit, causing the viewer to slow down, smile, and enjoy the moment. She considers her art a success if it motivates that sort of peaceful reflection.

Bettie Sperty
Bettie Sperty is a local Virginia artist who enjoys working with a variety of mediums.
She truly has been honing her skills since childhood, when more than once she was reprimanded for drawing in all of the margins of her school papers and on her homework. Though mostly self-taught, she has always been inspired by watching other artists, learning from them and also exploring techniques, styles and mediums on her own.
Bettie’s painting style runs from fun, colorful and whimsical to the fine detail of photo-realism. Her pieces are quite often inspired by nature and enhanced with metallic foils, iridescent paints or other sparkling accents.
Bettie creates her pieces for her own enjoyment and is always happy if someone else enjoys them, as well. In her own words she says, “My goal is not to make a social or political statement. I don’t hope to change the world or draw attention to a cause. My hope is simply to make your eyes happy, to touch your heart, with the art I create.”

 
Contact
ARTfactory, Gallery Director: Jordan Exum | jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org
9419 Battle St, Manassas, VA 20110 | 703-330-2787
Gallery Hours: Tuesday-Saturday (10 am-5 pm), Sunday (12-5 pm) VirginiaARTfactory.org

Join the ARTfactory for Drag Comedy, Music and Shenanigans featuring Anja Dick as “The Karen Whisperer”.

HOA rules clearly state that you must keep your grass under 3 inches tall and you must get your tickets to see Anja Dick’s one-woman show, “The Karen Whisperer” right away!

Anja is back with more original music, stories, shenanigans, and a big heaping helping of laughs. Come and kiki with Karen and Becky, Kevin and Chad, and get to know Dunning AND Kruger themselves.

Don’t miss your chance to speak to the manager herself! 

Friday and Saturday, August 9 and 10 at 8 pm in the Wind River Theater at the ARTfactory

Presale Tickets are on sale now for $25. Door tickets are $30.   Reserve your spot now!

AGES 21 AND UP ONLY

Table Seating and Cash Bar Available.

Join instructor, Michele Frantz for an exploration in positive and negative images as she guides participants through creating a tree with ink and handmade paper. 15+ 

Supplies are provided via the supply fee.

Instructor: Michele Frantz

Tution: $54 Supply Fee: $5

Join us for an exciting evening of entertainment at the Pied Piper Theatre Talent Show! This special event will showcase the incredible talents of our Pied Piper Theatre community, all while raising funds to provide scholarships for aspiring performers to participate in our theatre programs.

The Pied Piper Theatre is dedicated to making the performing arts accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial situation. By attending this talent show, you’ll not only be treated to an unforgettable night of music, dance, comedy, and more – you’ll also be supporting the next generation of artists and helping them reach their full potential.

Performers of all ages and skill levels will take the stage, demonstrating their unique abilities and passions. From soaring vocals to awe-inspiring dance routines, prepare to be amazed by the depth of talent in our community.

Proceeds from ticket sales, as well as any additional donations, will go directly towards providing scholarships for students who otherwise may not have the means to participate in our theatre productions and classes. Your support will open the doors to life-changing artistic experiences and help cultivate the next era of performers, technicians, and creative visionaries.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this special evening! Tickets are on sale now, so get yours before they sell out.

Seeking Pied Piper Theatre Performers Past and Present.  Interested in performing?  Click here for more information.

SummerSounds Concert Series
Harris Pavilion, 9201 Center St.

Mark your calendar for the upcoming Summer Sounds concert series!

Each year, the ARTfactory, in partnership with Micron, the City of Manassas and the Harris Pavilion (9201 Center St.) offers a series of free concerts. The popular concerts are scheduled on Saturday evenings throughout the summer. Bring your chairs, blankets, and picnics to enjoy these concerts with your friends and neighbors!

All concerts at the Harris Pavilion – 6:30 pm – Rain or Shine!

SummerSounds is partially supported by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.

August 17, 6:30 pm-8 pm
Lil’ Maceo
“Mr. Funky Sax”. This name aptly describes the musical old-school funky, foot-stomping music of Lil Maceo. His powerful music has made him one of the most sought-after saxophonists in the industry. This isn’t nickel & dime store this is bona fide unadulterated funk and R&B cleverly crafted by a master musician with hardcore roots in funk, pop, dance, and contemporary jazz. His shows are high energy ultimately compelling audiences to get out of their seats and party.

Lil Maceo has shared the stage with a host of music giants including Prince, Cyndi Lauper, JT Taylor, Maceo Parker, Nick Colionne, Euge Groove, Marcus Johnson, Cyril Neville, Sinbad, and Gavin DeGraw. He has been mesmerizing audiences nationally since 2001. His music received huge acclaim from critics and audiences alike.

About the ARTfactory:
The ARTfactory was founded in 1984 by a group of artists and art lovers with the goal of enriching the quality of life in the Northern Virginia region. In 2002, the ARTfactory relocated to the Hopkins Candy Factory building in Manassas and has become the cornerstone of the downtown arts community. Currently, we offer an art gallery, theatre arts, visual arts education, dance classes, Arts on the Go™, summer camps and SummerSounds Concert Series. Visit www.VirginiaARTfactory.org/calendar for more info.

Join us for an exciting evening of entertainment at the Pied Piper Theatre Talent Show! This special event will showcase the incredible talents of our Pied Piper Theatre community, all while raising funds to provide scholarships for aspiring performers to participate in our theatre programs.

The Pied Piper Theatre is dedicated to making the performing arts accessible to everyone, regardless of their financial situation. By attending this talent show, you’ll not only be treated to an unforgettable night of music, dance, comedy, and more – you’ll also be supporting the next generation of artists and helping them reach their full potential.

Performers of all ages and skill levels will take the stage, demonstrating their unique abilities and passions. From soaring vocals to awe-inspiring dance routines, prepare to be amazed by the depth of talent in our community.

Proceeds from ticket sales, as well as any additional donations, will go directly towards providing scholarships for students who otherwise may not have the means to participate in our theatre productions and classes. Your support will open the doors to life-changing artistic experiences and help cultivate the next era of performers, technicians, and creative visionaries.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this special evening! Tickets are on sale now, so get yours before they sell out.

Seeking Pied Piper Theatre Performers Past and Present.  Interested in performing?  Click here for more information.

Come prepared to scare!

ARTfactory is looking for scare actors ages 16 and up for our new haunt:

Factory of Fear

Friday, October 25 from 6:00-11:00pm and Saturday, October 26 from 6:00pm-11:00pm

The audition will consist of several guided group exercises to show our team how well you understand the nuances and timing of scaring.

The team will observe your characterization choices, so please come up with an idea of what character(s) (ie, witch, vampire, zombie, ghost, and/or others) you will embody during each exercise. Other than that, you will not need to prepare anything for the audition.

Guidelines:

• NO PROPS: please don’t bring any physical props to the audition.
• Please wear comfortable attire that allows free movement.
• If we need to see something from you, we will ask to see it. You do not need to prepare anything except the character(s) you’d like to show us during the exercises.
• Please only scare when asked. DO NOT take it upon yourself to startle or scare anyone outside of the audition space.
• Saftey is the number one goal at ALL TIMES. If you are doing something that is unsafe or could jeopardize the safety of anyone at the auditions, you may be asked to leave.

We want to see that you take direction well, are willing to step outside of your comfort zone, and understand scaring and the timing required to maximize the effects.

Here is an article with some tips on nailing your scare actor audition: Auditions and How to Survive Them

Schedule:

Rehearsals: Wednesdays and Thursdays October 9, 10 & 16, 17 from 7:00-8:30pm

Scare Workshop: Friday, September 13

Tech Week: Tuesday, 10/22-Thursday, 10/24 7:00-9:30pm

Event Call: Friday and Saturday, 10/25-26 4:00pm-12:00am

NOTE: Depending on the number of scare actors cast in the event, there is a possibility you may not be scheduled for every show or even the whole time. Once cast, you will receive a schedule for your part in the event.

Strike/Tear Down and Halloween Party to follow: Sunday, 10/27 12:00-5:00pm

This is a volunteer position. You will receive a Factory of Fear T-Shirt for your time, and we will provide refreshments for scare actors as well. We will also be throwing a Halloween Party after the event tear-down to celebrate your amazing work!

Audition-Form

SIGN UP HERE!

Thank you so much for auditioning, and we are SO looking forward to this event!

2024 10 x 10 New Play Festival

Join Rooftop Production in this celebration of short-form storytelling.  This festival promises to delight, challenge and entertain.  Don’t miss your chance to experience the creativity of playwrights across the nation as our actors and directors bring their these stories to life.

PITA by Richard Manley

The Good Dybbuk by David Lipschutz

TranceFormation by Bruce Hurley

Night Light by  Donald Loftus

Good Grief by F.J. Hartland

Devil’s Day Off by Tim O’Lena

Vodka Aunt by  Colleen O’Doherty

The Vows by Jordin Amoah

Mokie’s Dark Ride by Gordon Bolar

Teotwawki by Aleks Merilo

Performances:      Thursday, August 22 at 7:30 pm

                                 Friday, August 23 at 7:30 pm

                                 Saturday, August 24 at 7:30 pm

2024 10 x 10 New Play Festival

Join Rooftop Production in this celebration of short-form storytelling.  This festival promises to delight, challenge and entertain.  Don’t miss your chance to experience the creativity of playwrights across the nation as our actors and directors bring their these stories to life.

PITA by Richard Manley

The Good Dybbuk by David Lipschutz

TranceFormation by Bruce Hurley

Night Light by  Donald Loftus

Good Grief by F.J. Hartland

Devil’s Day Off by Tim O’Lena

Vodka Aunt by  Colleen O’Doherty

The Vows by Jordin Amoah

Mokie’s Dark Ride by Gordon Bolar

Teotwawki by Aleks Merilo

Performances:      Thursday, August 22 at 7:30 pm

                                 Friday, August 23 at 7:30 pm

                                 Saturday, August 24 at 7:30 pm

SummerSounds Concert Series
Harris Pavilion, 9201 Center St.

Mark your calendar for the upcoming Summer Sounds concert series!

Each year, the ARTfactory, in partnership with Micron, the City of Manassas and the Harris Pavilion (9201 Center St.) offers a series of free concerts. The popular concerts are scheduled on Saturday evenings throughout the summer. Bring your chairs, blankets, and picnics to enjoy these concerts with your friends and neighbors!

All concerts at the Harris Pavilion – 6:30 pm – Rain or Shine!

SummerSounds is partially supported by the Virginia Commission for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Arts.

August 24, 6:30 pm-8 pm
Sol Roots
The Sol Roots band performs a mix of raw funk, deep blues, energetic rock, greasy soul, and hypnotic grooves. Sol is a guitarist and vocalist who has toured with many roots, funk, blues and soul legends around the world as a part of Music Maker Revue. Paying homage to the greats, and with a love of Universal Music as the guiding light, Sol steps out on a path with his own unique, powerful voice and a talented band of musicians.

About the ARTfactory:
The ARTfactory was founded in 1984 by a group of artists and art lovers with the goal of enriching the quality of life in the Northern Virginia region. In 2002, the ARTfactory relocated to the Hopkins Candy Factory building in Manassas and has become the cornerstone of the downtown arts community. Currently, we offer an art gallery, theatre arts, visual arts education, dance classes, Arts on the Go™, summer camps and SummerSounds Concert Series. Visit www.VirginiaARTfactory.org/calendar for more info.

2024 10 x 10 New Play Festival

Join Rooftop Production in this celebration of short-form storytelling.  This festival promises to delight, challenge and entertain.  Don’t miss your chance to experience the creativity of playwrights across the nation as our actors and directors bring their these stories to life.

PITA by Richard Manley

The Good Dybbuk by David Lipschutz

TranceFormation by Bruce Hurley

Night Light by  Donald Loftus

Good Grief by F.J. Hartland

Devil’s Day Off by Tim O’Lena

Vodka Aunt by  Colleen O’Doherty

The Vows by Jordin Amoah

Mokie’s Dark Ride by Gordon Bolar

Teotwawki by Aleks Merilo

Performances:      Thursday, August 22 at 7:30 pm

                                 Friday, August 23 at 7:30 pm

                                 Saturday, August 24 at 7:30 pm

Rooftop Productions announces auditions for Meredith Wilson’s Miracle on 34th Street.

A holiday classic from the writer of the musical theatre classic, The Music Man!, and based on the movie of the same name, Miracle on 34th Street features a book and score by none other than Meredith Willson.

Single mother, Doris Walker, doesn’t want her six-year-old Susan’s head filled with romantic notions. Their neighbor, Fred Gailey, tries to woo Doris by charming Susan and taking her to see Santa Claus at Macy’s, where Doris works. Doris is not impressed, but when it turns out that Macy’s Santa may, in fact, be the real Kris Kringle, a wave of love spreads across New York City that melts even the most cynical hearts.

Filled with humor, spectacle and such beloved songs as “Pinecones and Hollyberries,” “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” and “My State, My Kansas,” this joyous, heartwarming musical is pure family entertainment, wholesome without being cloying. A star-vehicle for a female actress that features great roles for children, the show is a cast- and crowd-pleaser. With its built-in audience base, Miracle on 34th Street The Musical is the perfect holiday treat for any theatre!

Audition Dates:  Monday and Tuesday, August 26 and 27

Callbacks: Wednesday, August 28

Audition and Performance Location:  Wind River Chimes Theater at the ARTfactory

Performances: Fridays November 29 and December 6 at 7:30 pm, Saturdays, November 30 and December 7 at 2 and 7:30 pm and Sundays, December 8 at 2 pm.  There will also be a performance on Thursday, December 5 at 7:30 pm

Rehearsals:  Mondays for Music Rehearsal on Monday, September 16, 23 and 30.  Beginning October 7 rehearsals will move to Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays  from 7 – 9:30 p.m. until November.  Begin November 2 we will add Saturdays from 2 – 6 pm.  Rehearsals will be held at the ARTfactory in the Wind River Chimes Theater.

Tech Week:  Tech week is mandatory and begins on Sunday, November 24 and continues Monday and Tuesday, November 25 and 26.  Wednesday the 27th is tentative depending on the show status.  Thursday, Thanksgiving is off.  Friday, November 28 we open.

Director:  Deb Hansen

Music Director:  Ahryel Tinker

Choreographer:  Kelly Delaune

Tech Director:  Vince Worthington

Costumer:  Charlynn Mills

Props: Lissa Unrue

Stage Manager: Steph Proctor

Audition Details

Please prepare a 45 second to 60 second monologue, 30 seconds or 16 bars of a song in the style of the show and be prepared to dance.

Memorization is preferred, but not necessary.  

Sign up for an audition time here.

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

Rooftop Productions announces auditions for Meredith Wilson’s Miracle on 34th Street.

A holiday classic from the writer of the musical theatre classic, The Music Man!, and based on the movie of the same name, Miracle on 34th Street features a book and score by none other than Meredith Willson.

Single mother, Doris Walker, doesn’t want her six-year-old Susan’s head filled with romantic notions. Their neighbor, Fred Gailey, tries to woo Doris by charming Susan and taking her to see Santa Claus at Macy’s, where Doris works. Doris is not impressed, but when it turns out that Macy’s Santa may, in fact, be the real Kris Kringle, a wave of love spreads across New York City that melts even the most cynical hearts.

Filled with humor, spectacle and such beloved songs as “Pinecones and Hollyberries,” “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas” and “My State, My Kansas,” this joyous, heartwarming musical is pure family entertainment, wholesome without being cloying. A star-vehicle for a female actress that features great roles for children, the show is a cast- and crowd-pleaser. With its built-in audience base, Miracle on 34th Street The Musical is the perfect holiday treat for any theatre!

Audition Dates:  Monday and Tuesday, August 26 and 27

Callbacks: Wednesday, August 28

Audition and Performance Location:  Wind River Chimes Theater at the ARTfactory

Performances: Fridays November 29 and December 6 at 7:30 pm, Saturdays, November 30 and December 7 at 2 and 7:30 pm and Sundays, December 8 at 2 pm.  There will also be a performance on Thursday, December 5 at 7:30 pm

Rehearsals:  Mondays for Music Rehearsal on Monday, September 16, 23 and 30.  Beginning October 7 rehearsals will move to Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays  from 7 – 9:30 p.m. until November.  Begin November 2 we will add Saturdays from 2 – 6 pm.  Rehearsals will be held at the ARTfactory in the Wind River Chimes Theater.

Tech Week:  Tech week is mandatory and begins on Sunday, November 24 and continues Monday and Tuesday, November 25 and 26.  Wednesday the 27th is tentative depending on the show status.  Thursday, Thanksgiving is off.  Friday, November 28 we open.

Director:  Deb Hansen

Music Director:  Ahryel Tinker

Choreographer:  Kelly Delaune

Tech Director:  Vince Worthington

Costumer:  Charlynn Mills

Props: Lissa Unrue

Stage Manager: Steph Proctor

Audition Details

Please prepare a 45 second to 60 second monologue, 30 seconds or 16 bars of a song in the style of the show and be prepared to dance.

Memorization is preferred, but not necessary.  

Sign up for an audition time here.

CHARACTER BREAKDOWN

Performances at the ARTfactory in the Wind River Theater

October 11, 12, 18, 19 @ 7:00 pm and Sundays, October 13 & 20 @ 2 pm

ARTfactory Members:  Please call the ARTfactory at (703) 330-2787 to receive member discount.

Performances at the ARTfactory in the Wind River Theater

October 11, 12, 18, 19 @ 7:00 pm and Sundays, October 13 & 20 @ 2 pm

ARTfactory Members:  Please call the ARTfactory at (703) 330-2787 to receive member discount.

Performances at the ARTfactory in the Wind River Theater

October 11, 12, 18, 19 @ 7:00 pm and Sundays, October 13 & 20 @ 2 pm

ARTfactory Members:  Please call the ARTfactory at (703) 330-2787 to receive member discount.

Performances at the ARTfactory in the Wind River Theater

October 11, 12, 18, 19 @ 7:00 pm and Sundays, October 13 & 20 @ 2 pm

ARTfactory Members:  Please call the ARTfactory at (703) 330-2787 to receive member discount.

Performances at the ARTfactory in the Wind River Theater

October 11, 12, 18, 19 @ 7:00 pm and Sundays, October 13 & 20 @ 2 pm

ARTfactory Members:  Please call the ARTfactory at (703) 330-2787 to receive member discount.

Performances at the ARTfactory in the Wind River Theater

October 11, 12, 18, 19 @ 7:00 pm and Sundays, October 13 & 20 @ 2 pm

ARTfactory Members:  Please call the ARTfactory at (703) 330-2787 to receive member discount.

Musicals not your thing?  Want to perfect your skills without having to worry about singing and dancing?  Join us for this theatre production intensive where students are challenged to create and sustain a role without the pressure of auditioning.

Join us on a heartwarming journey to celebrate the holiday spirit like never before!  This version of A Christmas Carol is a special adaption of Charles Dicken’s timeless classic,  crafted specifically for young actors.  This enchanting production strings together the magic of Christmas, the power of redemption and the joy of theater, all within the span of an hour.

Our talented young actors transport you to bustling Victorian London where you’ll meet the iconic characters such as Ebenezer Scrooge, Bob Cratchit, and the unforgettable trio of Christmas spirits.  (Ages 8 – 16)

The class will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 – 6:45 p.m. beginning on October 29.

There will be no rehearsal on Tuesday, November 27 or Thursday, November 28 due to Thanksgiving.

Tech week for this production will be on Monday, December 9, Tuesday, December 10, Wednesday, December 11 and Thursday, December 13 from 5 pm to 7:30 pm.   Call time for performances will be one hour before performance time.

There will be four ticketed performances on December 13 and 14 at 7 p.m., December 14 and 15 at 2 p.m.  Class members will receive two complimentary tickets to be used on the performance of their choice.

Instructor: Vince Worthington

Tuition: $320 Register, Members Tuition $272  (Enrollment is limited)