Pied Piper Theatre

Rooftop Productions announces the First Annual 10 x 10 New Play Festival!  10 Plays and 10 Directors

Submissions are now open!

Ten plays will be selected from the pool of submissions by a panel of theatre professionals.  The ten plays will be distributed to our ten directors and the plays will be showcased in our 10 x 10 New Play Festival in September.

SUBMISSIONS DUE NO LATER THAN 11:59PM June 15th!

Call for 10 Directors will be announced on July 1, 2022

Auditions for Actors will be held August 2 and August 4 at the ARTfactory.

10 x 10 Play Festival Performances will be held at the ARTfactory in the Kellar Family Theatre on September 22, September 23 and September 24 at 7:30 p.m..

CLICK HERE FOR MORE SUBMISSION GUIDELINES.

Winners will be announced by July 15th.

Prizes – 1st Place – $200; 2nd Place – $150; Audience Favorite – $100.

Submission Fee: $10 

Pied Piper Theatre presents Matilda the Musical based on the book by Roald Dahl.  This Tony Award-winning musical tells the story of Matilda, an extraordinary girl  with a wonderful spirit and a sharp mind who takes a stand and changes her destiny. Packed with high energy dance numbers and memorable tunes, Matilda is a joyous girl power romp. Children and adults alike will be delighted by the story of a special little girl with an extraordinary imagination. Notable songs include “Naughty,” “When I Grow Up,” and “Revolting Children”.

Hylton Performing Arts Covid Policy:  “Face coverings are encouraged indoors for patrons ages two and up.”

Directed by Kimberly Kemp

Performances: Saturday, May 28 @ 2pm & 7pm; Sunday, May 29 @ 3pm

Tickets: $20 Adult/$16 Children under 12 (Early Bird special ticket pricing through 5/22/22) 

SET SAIL WITH Disney’s MOANA JR., Pied Piper Theatre’s Summer Junior Intensive for ages 8-15.

See the line where the sky meets the sea? You’ll love this thrilling and heartwarming stage adaptation of the coming-of-age tale of Moana as she sets sail across the Pacific to save her village and discover the truth about her heritage. She and the demigod Maui embark on an epic journey of self-discovery and camaraderie as she learns to harness the power that lies within. Adapted for young performers, this musical includes favorite songs by Tony®, GRAMMY, Emmy, and Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Lin-Manuel Miranda, Opetaia Foa’i, and Mark Mancina, such as “How Far I’ll Go,” “Shiny,” and “You’re Welcome.” With its empowering message of bravery, Moana JR. is sure to awaken your inner hero!

Disney’s Moana JR. is presented through special arrangement with and all materials are provided by Music Theatre International.

For ages 8-15.

First two weeks of the summer intensive will be held at Manassas Christian School  (June 27 – July 8. There will be no camp on July 4) and the final tech week (July 11 – July 16) will be held at the Hylton Performing Arts Center.

Note:  We are monitoring COVID-19 safety requirements and best practices as public health guidelines change.  We continue to show vigilance in cleaning, sanitizing and ventilating our facilities.  Face coverings are currently recommended.  Thank you for your cooperation as we strive to provide the safest environment possible for all participants.

*The ticketed performances will be at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Friday, July 15th at 7pm and Saturday, July 16th at 2pm & 7pm.

Director: Ayhrel Tinker 

Choreographer:  Megan Marshall

Tuition: $495

Before and after care for rehearsals at the Manassas Christian School is available.  For more information and pricing, contact [email protected].

In this timeless tale of building a community, friendship, loyalty, and love, a small group of disciples helps Jesus tell a variety of parables through song, dance, and humor. Boasting a score with songs by Stephen Schwartz (Wicked), including Billboard chart’s pop single hit “Day by Day,” GODSPELL is a sensation that continues to touch audiences! For ages 11-18.

First week location of the summer intensive will be held at Manassas Christian School. The second and third week of camp will be held at the Hylton Performing Arts Center.

Note:  We are monitoring COVID-19 safety requirements and best practices as public health guidelines change.  We continue to show vigilance in cleaning, sanitizing and ventilating our facilities.  Face coverings are currently required to enter our building.  Thank you for your cooperation as we strive to provide the safest environment possible for all participants.  The performers will perform without masks.

*The ticketed performances will be at the Hylton Performing Arts Center on Friday, July 29th at 7pm and Saturday, July 30th at 2pm & 7pm.

Director: David Johnson

Music Director:  Aaron Furry

Choreographer:  Megan Marshall

Costumer:  Jennifer Durham

Apprentice:  Emma Hughes

Tuition: $495

Before and after care available at Manassas Christian School for the first week only.  For information and pricing, please email [email protected]

This camp will explore the various forms of comedy including:  Stand Up, Situational Comedy, Improv, Character Creation, Comedic Scenes, Comedy Writing, Character Development and Audience Participation.  (Ages 8-13)

Note:  Following the current CDC recommendation, students and instructors should wear a mask based on personal preference, informed by personal level of risk.  Class size will be limited for social distancing.  We continue to show vigilance in cleaning and sanitizing our facilities.

Instructor: Ethan Pearson and Brent Kneipp

Tuition: $210 Register by July 11 for 10% tuition discount for non members and a 25% tuition discount for members.

In this summer workshop, students will learn about the basics of filmmaking. We will explore various genres, styles, and techniques in order to begin creating their own film projects. Students will be using phones and dslr cameras to film.  If  they have their own, they should bring them.  If not, we will provide equipment to use.  (Ages 8 – 11) 

Note:  Following the current CDC recommendation, students and instructors should wear a mask based on personal preference, informed by personal level of risk.  Class size will be limited for social distancing.  We continue to show vigilance in cleaning and sanitizing our facilities.

Instructor: Juptej Singh

Tuition: $210 Register by July 25 for 10% tuition discount for non members and a 25% tuition discount for members.

 

This class will introduce students to the world of amateur filmmaking. We will discover the fundamental ways a story is told in films and experiment with different aspects of filmmaking to help develop the individual artistic voice. Learn how to incorporate lighting, sound, cinematography, editing, and more, even with minimal equipment. Students will be filming with their own phones or cameras.  We will provide the editing software. (Ages 12 -18) 

Note:  Following the current CDC recommendation, students and instructors should wear a mask based on personal preference, informed by personal level of risk.  Class size will be limited for social distancing.  We continue to show vigilance in cleaning and sanitizing our facilities.

Instructor: Juptej Singh

Tuition: $280 Register by July 25 for 10% tuition discount for non members and a 25% tuition discount for members.

 

This camp will be focus on acting, script reading, storytelling, and understanding character.  Student will explore characterization and storytelling through the use of scripts and familiar stories.  Each day students will practice vocal and physical acting skills through acting and improv games and exercises.  The final day of camp, students will perform a showcase for parents and friends. (Ages 8 – 11) 

Note:  Following the current CDC recommendation, students and instructors should wear a mask based on personal preference, informed by personal level of risk.  Class size will be limited for social distancing.  We continue to show vigilance in cleaning and sanitizing our facilities.

Instructor: Juptej Singh and Grace Klebine

Tuition: $280 Register by August 1 for 10% tuition discount for non members and a 25% tuition discount for members.