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SUMMARY:Watercolor Basics and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Explore the beautiful fluidity and transparency of watercolor. Beginners will learn basic tools and techniques. \nExperienced students will explore new methods\, materials\, and styles. \nThis class is offered throughout the year with a different approach presented in each session. \nA list of supplies can be found on the Classes and Camps page\, or by clicking here. Watercolor paper will be provided by the instructor. \nFridays 10:30 am – 12:30 pm \nApril 10th – May 8th \nFor ages 15 & up. \nTuition: $190  Supply Fee: $5
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/watercolor-basics-and-beyond-4/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Classes,Featured Class
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SUMMARY:Character Creation for Kids (5-8)
DESCRIPTION:This imaginative class teaches young performers how to bring a character to life through acting\, movement\, and playful storytelling. \nEach week\, students explore how characters think\, feel\, move\, and express themselves\, turning simple ideas into fully realized personalities. Through theatre games\, creative exercises\, and guided exploration\, kids will practice using their voices\, bodies\, and imaginations to step into someone new. \nThis class is designed for children with or without prior theatre experience. Every activity is welcoming\, accessible\, and beginner-friendly\, offering gentle challenges for more confident young performers while keeping things fun and comfortable for brand-new students. \nAges 5-8 \nFridays 4:30-5:30 pm \nApril 10 – May 1 \nClass Fee: $76
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/character-creation-for-kids-5-8/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Classes,Featured Class,Pied Piper Theatre
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SUMMARY:Murder\, Mysteries\, and Mayhem: A Crime-Writing Course
DESCRIPTION:The Art of Writing: Murder\, Mystery\, and Mayhem is a four-week writing workshop focused on writing mysteries. In the words of the great Sherlock Holmes\, “The game’s afoot!” \nAs writers\, the mystery genre is one of the most challenging\, because it is a game you play with your reader\, doing your best to keep them from solving the case until the very end while still having the solution make perfect sense in hindsight. \nThroughout this writing course\, we’ll explore the great detectives and the kinds of mysteries from classic to noir to cozy and how to construct one that will keep your readers guessing. \nBy the end of the course\, you’ll have a collection of fresh writing\, peer feedback\, and practical tools to continue your writing journey beyond the workshop. \nCome ready to write\, share\, and grow. \nThis workshop is open to writers of all levels and genres. \nAges 15+ \nFridays 6-8 pm \nApril 10th – May 1st \nClass Fee: $152
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/murder-mysteries-and-mayhem-a-crime-writing-course/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Classes,Featured Class
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SUMMARY:Nunsense
DESCRIPTION:Holy hilarity! A musical comedy to die for! NUNSENSE is a habit-forming musical comedy packed with irreverent humor\, catchy tunes\, and nonstop laughs! When a culinary mishap leaves most of the convent in the freezer\, the remaining Little Sisters of Hoboken put on a fundraiser like no other. Featuring tap-dancing nuns\, audience participation\, and outrageous surprises\, Nunsense is a joyous celebration of faith\, friendship\, and finding humor in the unexpected. Heavenly fun for audiences of all ages—this is one musical you’ll be praying never ends! \nPerformances will be held in the Wind River Theatre at the ARTfactory April 10-19\, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM and Sundays at 2 PM. Stadium seating and premier table seating available.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/nunsense-2/2026-04-10/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Actors Theatre,Ticketed Event
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