Category: Events

Spring 2018 Recitals & Shows, June 2 & 3

Post author By Matt Geske
Post date May 18, 2018

Our Spring 2018 Student Recital & Showcase Weekend celebration is coming up on Saturday, June 2nd and Sunday, June 3rd, which includes several music recitals and theater performances showcasing our Academy students of all ages. Come enjoy a fun and free weekend of the arts on the Mason Fairfax Campus!

MUSIC RECITALS

Due to our large number of Music students, we break up performances into hour-long (approximately) Music Recitals that are presented throughout the weekend. All performances are FREE and open to the public.

[one_half]Saturday, June 2
10:00 AM (designated for ages “8 and under”)
11:00 AM
12:30 PM
2:00 PM
3:30 PM
[/one_half] [one_half]Sunday, June 3
12:00 Noon (designated for ages “8 and under”)
1:00 PM
2:30 PM
4:00 PM
5:30 PM
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A light reception with follow each recital. Come and enjoy some great music from performers of all ages and instruments!

PARKING: On Saturday and Sunday, you can park in Parking Lot K for free. It is about a 5-10 minute walk to the Performing Arts Building (note: NOT the Center for the Arts). You can also park in the Mason Pond Parking Deck for $8, right next to the Performing Arts Building.
DIRECTIONS TO CAMPUS

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR RECITALS

FOR OUR ACADEMY MUSIC STUDENTS/ FAMILIES:
READ OUR HELPFUL GUIDE TO A SUCCESSFUL RECITAL EXPERIENCE

Theater Students acting on stage

THEATER SHOWCASES

Our Acting students who study with Acting For Young People will present several performances throughout the weekend in TheaterSpace (lower level of the de Laski Performing Arts Building). There may be a nominal ticket price depending on which show you choose to attend.

SEE ACTING FOR YOUNG PEOPLE WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS

As we say, ENJOY THE SHOW!!

Acting Events

Cherry Tree Lane, Sunday, May 6th

Post author By Matt Geske
Post date May 4, 2018

Acting For Young People presents “An Afternoon on Cherry Tree Lane” – a fun collection of sample songs and skits from their upcoming Spring theater productions – this Sunday, May 6th, at the Sherwood Center in Fairfax. This event is kid friendly and FREE for the whole family!

WHAT: “An Afternoon on Cherry Tree Lane”
WHEN: Sunday, May 6, 2018 at 1PM
WHERE: Sherwood Center, Fairfax See Map
COST: Free, including parking next to building

Join AFYP and Mason Community Arts Academy for this fun-filled presentation of selections from our Spring production of Mary Poppins, Jr. and its companion shows, The Little Chimney Sweeps and London Adventures.

The event will also features crafts and activities led by our Teaching Artist staff – you can even learn a dance from the show. There may be a visit from Mary Poppins herself!

SEE MORE DETAILS

Events

Asian Heritage Celebration, April 27th

Post author By Matt Geske
Post date April 24, 2018

George Mason University celebrates 2018 AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) Heritage Month this Friday with special performances and cultural activities, perfect for the whole family!

WHAT: AAPI Heritage Month Celebration
WHEN: Friday, April 27, 2018 at 7:30 PM
WHERE: Center for the Arts, Mason Fairfax Campus See Map
PARKING: Free parking available in Lot K
COST: FREE

Asian cultural event

Featuring presentations by:

Alice Guzheng Ensemble
GMU Asian Musicians
GMU INTO singers
GMU Traditional Chinese Dance Group
GMU Korean-American Student Association
Indonesian Kids Performing Arts
Japanese KIMONOdeSisters
Korean Traditional Arts Foundation
JUB
BERA Sri Lanka Dance Foundation
WeiHwa Chinese School

Asian heritage celebration

SEE EVENT FLIER

It will be a fantastic cultural presentation! Let’s celebrate together!

Please note that this event is NOT presented by Mason Community Arts Academy.

Events Faculty News

James Myers in Rigoletto August 3, 2018

Post author By Candy Neukam
Post date April 20, 2018

Mason Community Arts Academy is proud to announce that Teaching Artist James Myers has been cast in the professional mens chorus in the upcoming production of Verdi’s Rigoletto with the Wolf Trap Opera Friday August 3rd at 8:15 pm.

James has sung with Washington National Opera at the Kennedy Center in their production of Wagner’s Gotterdammerung, as well as performing the role of Edward Rutledge in McLean Community Players’ production of the musical, 1776. He has also performed with the Middle Saxony Theatre in their productions of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro and Kurt Weill’s Street Scene.

When asked about the upcoming performance, he said “I’m most excited to sing in Rigoletto because it is one of my favorite operas and it features numerous songs that even people who have never been to an opera will easily recognize. I’m also thrilled because Wolf Trap Opera is such an amazing organization that puts on great productions.”

GET MORE INFORMATION AND PURCHASE TICKETS

James Myers Voice Lessons

Spotlight On The Arts Festival Events, Sunday, April 29th

Post author By Matt Geske
Post date April 13, 2018

Every spring, Fairfax City hosts their Spotlight on the Arts festival, and the Academy will once again take part by presenting a special student/ faculty music recital, a student playwright presentation and a theater show on April 29th, plus a student art show on April 28th. “Upgrade” your weekend and enjoy the show!

Music faculty performing at recital

SPOTLIGHT MUSIC RECITAL
Sunday, April 29, 2018 2PM-4PM
Sherwood Community Center in Fairfax See Map
Free Admission

Select Academy music students and faculty will perform a charming collection of chamber, duet and solo pieces “spotlighting” a variety of genres and instruments. This is a great opportunity to hear unique works and musical arrangements, and to get a taste of the outstanding music education that the Academy has to offer to the community.

Light refreshments will be served following the program. Call 703-993-9889 with any questions.

Student playwright festival

AFYP STUDENT PLAYWRIGHT FESTIVAL
Sunday, April 29, 2018 11AM-1PM
Sherwood Community Center in Fairfax See Map
Free Admission

Acting For Young People (AFYP) presents it’s first ever Student Playwright Festival! Student playwrights will perform their work in a morning of staged readings, featuring professional and student actors. The featured playwrights range from 8-16 years old. Student actors range from 9-14 years old and will be acting alongside professional adult actors.
Act 1: 11am-12pm. Suitable for all ages
Act 2: 12pm-1pm. Contains more mature content

Light refreshments will be served following the program. Call 703-554-4931 with any questions.

Mary Poppins in concert

AFYP THEATER SHOW “MARY POPPINS IN CONCERT”
Sunday, April 29, 2018 6:30PM-8:30PM
Sherwood Community Center in Fairfax See Map
Free Admission

Acting For Young People (AFYP) will present a rousing collection of musical numbers and segments based on their Spring Showcase production of Mary Poppins, Jr. in preparation for their full production performance in early June.

Light refreshments will be served following the program. Call 703-554-4931 with any questions.

Art student exhibit

ART STUDENT EXHIBITS
Saturday, April 28, 2018 11AM & 12:30PM
Art & Design Building, Mason Fairfax Campus See Map
Free Admission (Parking Available in Lot A)

Our visual art students and instructors will finish out the Academy’s Spring session of art classes with a 15 minute (approx.) class presentation and student art exhibit. It’s a great opportunity for curious parents/ children to see what projects and methods are taught in these classes.
Art Adventures Class for Ages 4-7: 11 AM (actual class time 10am-11:15am)
Art Foundations Class for Ages 8-11: 12:30 PM (actual class time 11:30am-12:45pm)
Art Explorations Class for Ages 12-18: 12:30 PM (actual class time 11:30am-12:45pm)

Light refreshments will be served following the program. Call 703-993-9889 with any questions.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SPOTLIGHT ON THE ARTS FESTIVAL

A very special thanks to City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts for their invaluable support of our programs and mission.

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