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Spring 2017 Competition Recitals, June 11

The finalists in our Spring 2017 Music Competition will present recitals this Sunday, June 11th at Harris Theatre on the Mason Fairfax campus. The event is free and open to the public – join us for an exemplary afternoon of music performed by students of all ages and instruments!

WHEN: Sunday, June 11, 2017 at 12 noon and 2 PM
WHERE: Harris Theatre at Mason in Fairfax  See Map
COST: FREE and open to the public
PARKING: Free parking in Lot K, or $8 in Mason Pond Parking Deck

Our first annual Music Competition, which called for audition video submissions in March/ April, was open to all instruments and ages, from both the Academy and the outside community. The submitted audition videos were then judged by a panel of Mason Music faculty members and area professional artists, who provided valuable feedback to the students.

After over 70 entries, the panel selected about 40 finalists from the 4 Categories (Elementary, Middle School, High School, and Adult Amateur) to perform in the Final Recitals, based on a standard scoring system.

While providing important musicianship critiques for the students and a performance opportunity in a professional theater, the event doubled as a fundraiser for the Academy. The Competition entry fee proceeds will be earmarked for the Academy’s scholarship and community outreach programs.

Thanks to everyone who participated – we hope to see you at the Recitals!

 

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE COMPETITION

 

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Spring 2017 Recitals & Shows, June 3 & 4

Our wonderful Spring 2017 Student Recital & Showcase Weekend is coming up on Saturday, June 3rd and Sunday, June 4th, which includes several music recitals and theater performances. 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.

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10:00 AM
11:30 AM
1:00 PM
2:30 PM
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12:00 Noon
1:30 PM
3:00 PM
4:30 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 POTOMAC 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 Harris Theatre (next to 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!!

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Students and Faculty Shine at Spotlight on the Arts Recital

Academy music students selected by special audition and faculty members gave a recital of diverse classical and musical theater repertoire at the Stacy C. Sherwood Community Center on Sunday, April 30th.

The special event was part of the larger annual “Spotlight on the Arts Festival” presented by the City of Fairfax. The Academy has participated in the festival for several years, and it is always a treat for our students and faculty to have the opportunity to perform in the community.

 

Spotlights on the Arts Logo 2017

 

The recital program celebrated the many levels of music education currently happening at the Academy, and included diversity in performers’ ages and instruments. Enjoy these photos from the recital!

 

Voice student performs at Spotlight recital

 

Upcoming recitals include the Spring 2017 Music Recitals, June 3 & 4, and the Academy Music Competition Winners’ Recital, June 11th.

FIND OUT MORE ABOUT RECITALS

 

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Family Fun Theater Event Sunday May 7th

Acting For Young People presents “Mulan’s Tea Room“, this year’s annual themed family-fun Spotlight on the Arts event at the Sherwood Community Center in Fairfax. Enjoy free student performances, theater games, crafts, facepainting, snacks, and more!

WHAT: Mulan’s Tea Room theater event
WHEN: Sunday, May 7, 2017  1PM-5PM
WHERE: Sherwood Community Center, 3740 Old Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22030  See Map
COST: FREE!

Our theater students will present musical numbers from our upcoming Spring Showcases: DISNEY’S MULAN JR, Imperial Adventures, and The Little Dragons. Along with the musical presentations and fun activities, we will also have a very special visit from our favorite warrior princess, portrayed by Miss Pacific Asian American 2015, Kira Omans!

Mulan’s Tea Room is FREE fun for the whole family, so why not head on over after Sunday lunch? We look forward to seeing you there!

 

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The Academy and Acting For Young People would like to thank the City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts for providing the venue for this program.

City of Fairfax Commission on the Arts logo

 

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Asian Heritage Festival at Mason

George Mason University and the Asian American Music Society are presenting an Asian Cultural Festival to celebrate the AAPI (Asian American Pacific Islander) Heritage Month on Wednesday, May 3rd at the GMU Center for the Arts. Admission is free!

WHAT: Asian Heritage Month Celebration
WHEN: Wednesday, May 3rd at 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: GMU Center for the Arts, Mason Fairfax, Campus     See Map
PARKING: For this event, you can Park in Lot K for free – or pay to park in Mason Pond Parking Deck     See Campus Map
COST: FREE!

The Celebration will feature the Mason Jazz Ensemble & Musicians, the Filipino Cultural Association, the Korean Angel Autoharp Ensemble, the Washington Chinese Traditional Orchestra, US Sri Lanka Dance Foundation, the Washington Japanese Singing Ensemble, and the Wei-Hwa Chinese School.

We would like to invite you to attend this wonderful event.  If you need more information please contact Dr. Mira Yang at [email protected].

SEE EVENT FLIER

This program is sponsored by the Asian Pacific American Coalition, the Center for Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, Mason’s College of Visual and Performing Arts, Mason’s Confucius Institute, Mason’s Office of Diversity Inclusion and Multicultural Education, and Mason’s University Life.