Opening Night Performance
Leahy

This Canadian octet of brothers and sisters kicks off the grand opening weekend with its compelling fiddle-driven music, meticulous step dancing, and captivating vocals. With a style that celebrates their Irish and Scottish roots, these talented siblings enchant  and amaze audiences with their formidable musical prowess and ferocious dancing ability.. One of Canada's best-selling groups, Leahy has sold numerous albums, but it is on the live stage that this stunning group truly shines. “Fresh, vibrant and engaging.”
Merchant Hall

Varying rates under $50

This performance will be followed by an opening night reception for all ticket-holders.

American Festival Pops Orchestra
Anthony Maiello, conductor
Thomas Pandolfi, piano
Lisa Vroman, soprano

The Hylton Performing Arts Center opens its doors in style with a celebratory concert featuring the sultry sounds of the American Festival Pops Orchestra under the direction of Anthony Maiello.   Broadway sensation, Lisa Vroman, (The Phantom of the Opera and Les Miserables)  and piano virtuoso, Thomas Pandolfi, join the orchestra for a selection of pop and Broadway favorites, including Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue. 

Merchant Hall
$125, $75

BBQ on the Lawn: 12 p.m.
Family Day Performances: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.

Sponsored by: Prince William County and the City of Manassas

Family Day featuring:
Manassas Ballet
Youth Orchestra of Prince William
Nova Manassas Symphony Orchestra
Prince William Little Theatre
VpStart Crow Theatre
Creative and Performing Arts Center
Woodbridge Flute Choir
Parrish Handbell Choir
Manassas Community Chorale

On Sunday, we invite the entire community to experience the excellence of our resident arts groups.  Beginning at 1 p.m., both Merchant Hall and the Gregory Family Theater will reverberate with the excitement of our local theater, dance, and music ensembles performing every half hour.  Children and adults young at heart will enjoy Youth Orchestra Prince William’s interactive    instrument petting zoo in our rehearsal studio.

Merchant Hall, Gregory Family Theater, Rehearsal Studio
$10, adults
Free, Children age 17 and under