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Hylton Performing Arts Center News

  • January 16, 2026
    From the grand concert halls of Spain to our state-of-the-art Merchant Hall, internationally renowned guitarist Pablo Sainz-Villegas and his trio of fellow musicians (2/28) perform a stunning program spanning evocative and romantic works while blending iconic repertoire with personal stories from life in Spain.
  • January 16, 2026
    When stepping into the lobby of the Hylton Center, one of the first things you may notice before the lights dim or the doors open, is a warm welcome from our Friends of the Hylton Center at the membership table.
  • January 16, 2026
    The leadership of our Executive Board is a vital asset to the success of the Hylton Center. Their guidance and strategic insight strengthen the Hylton’s mission and help the organization thrive. We are excited to introduce the Chair of the Hylton Performing Arts Center Executive Board, Joyce Connery...
  • January 16, 2026
    Each year, Veterans and the Arts Initiative workshops are taught by an expert group of instructors.
  • January 16, 2026
    Attention musical theater lovers of all ages! Don’t miss the talented vocalists in George Mason University’s School of Theater as they sing the beloved music of acclaimed composer William Finn in Mason Cabaret–Heart and Music: The Songs of William Finn (2/6).
  • January 16, 2026
    Northern Ireland company Cahoots NI has been creating distinctive and daring theatrical experiences for young audiences for nearly 25 years.
  • January 16, 2026
    Circus entertainment has a rich American history, with the first known modern circus created by John Bill Ricketts in Philadelphia in 1793.
  • January 16, 2026
    The collective power of percussive dance is on full display on February 21 when multicultural, all-female trio, Soles of Duende, performs work based in tap, flamenco, and kathak classical Indian dance.
  • January 16, 2026
    Icy cold temperatures in January make the perfect backdrop for Aquila Theatre’s production of The Hound of the Baskervilles (1/25) set in the foggy, chilly moors of England.
  • January 16, 2026
    The excitement of our 2025–26 season continues into spring and there are still plenty of performances to experience! Remember, if there are three or more offerings that interest you, your best option is a subscription! You’ll get a 15% discount on your order, plus priority access to great seats, no-fee ticket exchanges, and discounts on future ticket purchases.
  • January 16, 2026
    If you’re of a certain age or musical proclivity, those words have already planted an earworm in your head, as Bob Dylan’s penetrating lyrics and soulful (if musically approximate) voice bring back another time of flux.
  • November 24, 2025
    The American Festival Pops Orchestra (AFPO), conducted by Maestro Peter Wilson, returns to the Hylton Performing Arts Center on December 8 and the Center for the Arts on December 13. Its upcoming program, Holiday Pops: Songs of the Season, sets the festive mood for all audiences, with everything from jazzy tunes and a Broadway melody to an original piece by a George Mason alumnus.