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SUMMARY:CALL FOR ART - "Patient Zero: An Exhibition"
DESCRIPTION:ARTfactory – CALL FOR ENTRY\nEntry Deadline: Monday\, August 31\, 2026 by 11:59 PM\nCLICK HERE TO APPLY.\n\nPatient Zero: An Exhibition\nat ARTfactory’s Caton Merchant Gallery\nExhibit dates: October 3 – October 31\, 2026\n(9419 Battle St\, Manassas\, VA 20110) \nThis October\, ARTfactory invites artists to become part of “Patient Zero: An Exhibition”\, a juried group exhibition that blurs the line between fine art and immersive storytelling. Presented in conjunction with the ARTfactory’s annual Factory of Fear haunted house\, this year’s terrifying theme—Outbreak—transforms the galleries into a chilling archive of mysterious events\, unsettling discoveries\, and the unknown. \nWe are seeking artwork that embraces the eerie\, the haunting\, and the beautifully macabre. While pieces inspired directly by this year’s zombie-themed haunted house are encouraged\, artists are also invited to explore broader interpretations of darkness and mystery. Think moody landscapes swallowed by fog\, anatomical studies and scientific curiosities\, abandoned laboratories\, supernatural figures\, ghostly portraits\, dystopian visions\, folklore\, decay\, the ethereal\, or the undead. Whether psychological\, gothic\, surreal\, or horror-inspired\, we welcome work that evokes suspense\, wonder\, or unease. \n“Patient Zero: An Exhibition” offers a unique opportunity for artists to have their work experienced as part of one of the region’s most anticipated Halloween attractions. During the event\, the building will be transformed\, with each floor featuring a unique and terrifying theme for visitors to explore. The first-floor art gallery will become AF Laboratories\, where the exhibition will be integrated into the immersive environment of Factory of Fear. This annual exhibition celebrates the incredible creativity of our artistic community while adding another layer of storytelling to ARTfactory’s signature October event. \nAbout the Factory of Fear Event:\nFactory of Fear returns in 2026 with an all-new immersive theme\, Outbreak\, transforming all four floors of the ARTfactory into a terrifying world of infection\, quarantine\, and survival. Guests will encounter brand-new sets\, characters\, special effects\, and scares as they navigate deeper into the heart of a mysterious catastrophe. Each floor reveals a different stage of the outbreak\, creating a larger\, more immersive experience than ever before. Whether you’re a returning fan or a first-time visitor\, you’ll discover an entirely new nightmare waiting behind every door. \nPlease note that “Patient Zero: An Exhibition” will be open for regular public gallery viewing from October 3–10. During the haunted house run (October 11–24)\, the exhibition will be incorporated into the Factory of Fear attraction and will not be available for standard gallery visitation. The exhibition will reopen for regular public viewing beginning Sunday\, October 25\, and remain on display through October 31. \nQuestions? Contact Gallery Director/Curator Jordan Exum (jexum@VirginiaARTfactory.org) \nEntry Details:\n– Submission Deadline: Monday\, August 31\, 2026\, by 11:59 PM\n– Entry to this exhibit is by online submission.\n– Each artist may enter up to 4 works in any medium suitable for hanging on a wall.\n– The entry fee is $25 per artist. Entry fees are due upon submission and are non-refundable.\n– Each artist must provide one photo for each entry. Acceptable file types include jpg\, jpeg and png; up to 5MB in file size. Please do not submit images in HEIC format. Files should be named in the following format: “LastName_FirstName_ArtworkTitle_Dimensions”. If you choose to add an additional photo per entry\, add a”-2” to the end. For example: “LastName_FirstName_ArtworkTitle_Dimensions_2”.\n– Any image submitted may be used for marketing and promotional purposes related to the “Patient Zero: An Exhibition” exhibit and the “Factory of Fear” event. \nRequirements:\n– Artwork acceptance is at the Gallery Director/Curator’s discretion.\n– Maximum size: 24”x36” width (framed)\n– All artwork submissions must be original work and not a digital reproduction print. Photography\, hand-printed fine art prints (woodcuts\, block prints\, etc.)\, and digital art are welcome.\n– The artwork must be for sale.\n– All accepted exhibitors must sign an exhibition contract. \nPresentation:\n– Artwork must be dry and ready to hang or display with D-rings\, framed\, matted\, or with finished/painted edges. ARTfactory’s hanging system works primarily with d-rings/strap hangers instead of wire\, and wire is NOT required for display. No saw-tooth hangers.\nSee framing example below: \nIf you have any questions about framing/hanging hardware\, please contact the Gallery Director/Curator.\n– The Gallery Director/Curator reserves the right to refuse any work that does not meet these standards or does not match the description on the entry form.\n– Label the back of the work with your name\, contact info (email and cell)\, title of work\, media\, and price. (ARTfactory will create wall labels for display). \nCommission:\n– ARTfactory will process all gallery sales AND sales tax to be reported to the state of Virginia.\n– ARTfactory will retain a 30% commission on all gallery sales. \nImportant Dates:\n– Artists will be notified of artwork acceptance by end of business on Friday\, September 4\, 2026.\n– All exhibiting artwork must be dropped off on Sunday\, September 27\, 1-4 pm. No appointment required.\n– All unsold artwork must be picked up on Sunday\, November 1\, 1-4 pm. No appointment required. ARTfactory cannot be held responsible for any artwork left after the pickup deadline.\n– The Opening Reception is Saturday\, October 3 from 6-8 pm.\n– The exhibit runs October 3-October 31\, 2026 (last day for viewing and sales). Gallery hours are Tuesday-Saturday\, 10 am-5 pm\, Sunday 12-5 pm. \nFor additional information\, please visit the ARTfactory or contact the gallery for exhibition details. \nPress Inquiries\nJordan Exum\, Gallery Director\nARTfactory | Caton Merchant Gallery\n703.330.2787 | jexum@virginiaARTfactory.org\nhttps://virginiaartfactory.org/\nGallery hours: Tuesday-Saturday\, 10 am-5 pm\, Sunday\, 12-5 pm
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/call-for-art-patient-zero/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery,Homepage Event
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SUMMARY:"Beyond the Frame" Exhibit\, Dion Pollard & Levi Robinson
DESCRIPTION:“Beyond the Frame”: Levi Robinson and Dion J. Pollard \nOn display: August 15 – September 19\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Saturday\, August 15 | 6:00–8:00 PM\nExhibition programming sponsored by Micron. \nExhibit Summary\nThe ARTfactory\, in partnership with The Black Art Today Foundation\, is pleased to present “Beyond the Frame\,” a compelling exhibition featuring the work of Levi Robinson and Dion J. Pollard. On view from August 15 through September 19\, 2026\, the exhibition brings together two accomplished artists whose distinct visual languages converge in a shared exploration of Black identity\, cultural memory\, resilience\, and the power of narratives to shape how we understand ourselves\, our communities\, and our histories. \nWhile a frame traditionally defines the physical boundaries of a work of art\, this exhibition asks viewers to consider what exists beyond those edges: the histories that shape us\, the stories that remain untold\, and the lived experiences that continue long after we leave the gallery. Through richly textured surfaces\, layered symbolism\, and emotionally resonant portraiture\, Robinson and Pollard invite audiences into conversations that transcend the canvas and challenge us to reconsider how identity\, memory\, and hope are constructed. \nLevi Robinson’s multidisciplinary practice investigates the intersections of history\, mythology\, and contemporary culture through painting\, collage\, and mixed media. Drawing inspiration from the improvisational traditions of jazz and the sampling culture of hip-hop\, Robinson layers imagery\, symbolism\, and historical references to create portraits that function as acts of preservation and reimagination. His work reclaims overlooked narratives while honoring ancestral memory\, offering viewers spaces for reflection on resilience\, dignity\, and the enduring complexity of the Black experience. \nComplementing Robinson’s historical lens\, DionJa’Y approaches storytelling through vibrant color\, sculptural texture\, and expressive optimism. His paintings celebrate Black life by highlighting joy\, family\, spirituality\, perseverance\, and triumph over adversity. Working across acrylic\, oil\, pastel\, ink\, watercolor\, and dimensional mixed media\, Pollard creates tactile works that encourage viewers not only to see but to feel each composition. His portraits and figurative works elevate everyday moments into visual affirmations of strength\, humanity\, and hope. \nThough their artistic practices differ\, both artists are united by a commitment to expanding how Black stories are seen and understood. Robinson excavates memory to reveal hidden histories and imagined futures\, while Pollard reshapes lived experience through affirmation and celebration. Together\, their works move beyond portraiture as mere representation\, becoming vessels for conversation\, connection\, and cultural reflection. \n“Beyond the Frame” ultimately asks viewers to consider the unseen narratives\, inherited histories\, and shared humanity that exist beneath every surface. The exhibition celebrates the enduring capacity of art to preserve memory\, inspire dialogue\, and imagine new possibilities for understanding ourselves and one another. \nFor additional information\, please visit the ARTfactory or contact the gallery for exhibition details. \nPress Inquiries\nJordan Exum\, Gallery Director\nARTfactory | Caton Merchant Gallery\n703.330.2787 | jexum@virginiaARTfactory.org\nhttps://virginiaartfactory.org/\nGallery hours: Tuesday-Saturday\, 10 am-5 pm\, Sunday\, 12-5 pm
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/beyond-the-frame-exhibition/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery,Homepage Event
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SUMMARY:"Beyond the Frame" Opening Reception
DESCRIPTION:“Beyond the Frame”: Levi Robinson and Dion J. Pollard \nOn display: August 15 – September 19\, 2026\nOpening Reception: Saturday\, August 15 | 6:00–8:00 PM\nExhibition programming sponsored by Micron. \nExhibit Summary\nThe ARTfactory\, in partnership with The Black Art Today Foundation\, is pleased to present “Beyond the Frame\,” a compelling exhibition featuring the work of Levi Robinson and Dion J. Pollard. On view from August 15 through September 19\, 2026\, the exhibition brings together two accomplished artists whose distinct visual languages converge in a shared exploration of Black identity\, cultural memory\, resilience\, and the power of narratives to shape how we understand ourselves\, our communities\, and our histories. \nWhile a frame traditionally defines the physical boundaries of a work of art\, this exhibition asks viewers to consider what exists beyond those edges: the histories that shape us\, the stories that remain untold\, and the lived experiences that continue long after we leave the gallery. Through richly textured surfaces\, layered symbolism\, and emotionally resonant portraiture\, Robinson and Pollard invite audiences into conversations that transcend the canvas and challenge us to reconsider how identity\, memory\, and hope are constructed. \nLevi Robinson’s multidisciplinary practice investigates the intersections of history\, mythology\, and contemporary culture through painting\, collage\, and mixed media. Drawing inspiration from the improvisational traditions of jazz and the sampling culture of hip-hop\, Robinson layers imagery\, symbolism\, and historical references to create portraits that function as acts of preservation and reimagination. His work reclaims overlooked narratives while honoring ancestral memory\, offering viewers spaces for reflection on resilience\, dignity\, and the enduring complexity of the Black experience. \nComplementing Robinson’s historical lens\, DionJa’Y approaches storytelling through vibrant color\, sculptural texture\, and expressive optimism. His paintings celebrate Black life by highlighting joy\, family\, spirituality\, perseverance\, and triumph over adversity. Working across acrylic\, oil\, pastel\, ink\, watercolor\, and dimensional mixed media\, Pollard creates tactile works that encourage viewers not only to see but to feel each composition. His portraits and figurative works elevate everyday moments into visual affirmations of strength\, humanity\, and hope. \nThough their artistic practices differ\, both artists are united by a commitment to expanding how Black stories are seen and understood. Robinson excavates memory to reveal hidden histories and imagined futures\, while Pollard reshapes lived experience through affirmation and celebration. Together\, their works move beyond portraiture as mere representation\, becoming vessels for conversation\, connection\, and cultural reflection. \n“Beyond the Frame” ultimately asks viewers to consider the unseen narratives\, inherited histories\, and shared humanity that exist beneath every surface. The exhibition celebrates the enduring capacity of art to preserve memory\, inspire dialogue\, and imagine new possibilities for understanding ourselves and one another. \nFor additional information\, please visit the ARTfactory or contact the gallery for exhibition details. \nPress Inquiries\nJordan Exum\, Gallery Director\nARTfactory | Caton Merchant Gallery\n703.330.2787 | jexum@virginiaARTfactory.org\nhttps://virginiaartfactory.org/\nGallery hours: Tuesday-Saturday\, 10 am-5 pm\, Sunday\, 12-5 pm
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/beyond-the-frame-opening-reception/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gallery,Homepage Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260821T210000
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SUMMARY:Open Flow Friday
DESCRIPTION:We invite you to join us for ARTfactory’s “Open Flow Friday” event on Friday\, August 21st from 7 to 9 pm in the art gallery (1st floor)!\n\nOpen Flow Friday applies a creative spin to the “open mic night” concept\, additionally encouraging ALL types of creatives to participate\, present\, and/or perform their craft! Open Flow Friday offers an open mic\, and open art demonstration space for local artists to share their art form with an audience\, whether you are a poet\, author\, musician\, artist\, etc. This is your safe space for creativity\, community\, and self-expression! This event is free and open to the public.\n\nInterested participants should plan to arrive at least 10 minutes early to add their name to the performance sign-up list.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/open-flow-friday-3/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:ARTfactory Special Event,Gallery,Homepage Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T151500
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SUMMARY:artWORKS Collaborative Movement Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for one of the inaugural wellness workshops in our new artWORKS Collaborative series\, brought to you in partnership with the Didlake Foundation! \nJoin us for a FREE arts experience centered around exploration\, creativity\, and community! Led by one of our expert instructors\, the group will explore movement and dance as a form of self expression. Participants can expect to have the space to explore and express themselves in a safe environment. \nBeyond being fun\, these experiences are designed to foster belonging\, friendship\, confidence\, and meaningful social connections. Research shows that participation in the arts can boost mood\, reduce stress\, enhance cognitive skills\, promote empathy\, and strengthen overall well-being. \nAll materials will be provided – just come with an open mind and a willingness to move! \nAges 18+ \nWednesday\, September 2 \n2-3:15 pm \nRegistration Fee: FREE! \n 
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/artworks-collaborative-movement-workshop/
LOCATION:Birmingham Green\, 8595 Centreville Road \, VA 20110\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:All Classes,artworks,Homepage Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T220000
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SUMMARY:No Exit by Jean-Paul Sartre
DESCRIPTION:September 11-20\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nDark\, unsettling\, and endlessly thought-provoking\, No Exit is one of the most famous works of existential drama ever written. First performed in 1944\, Jean-Paul Sartre’s groundbreaking play confronts audiences with urgent questions about identity\, responsibility\, and the ways we define ourselves through others. \nThe play takes place in a stark\, windowless room in the afterlife\, where three strangers—Garcin\, Inès\, and Estelle—are brought together with no mirrors\, no escape\, and no explanation of their punishment. As they wait for the expected physical tortures of hell to begin\, they instead find themselves trapped in an eternal psychological standoff. With nothing to do but talk\, observe\, and judge one another\, their past actions and deepest insecurities are slowly revealed. \nAs the characters attempt to justify their lives and seek validation\, it becomes clear that each is both victim and tormentor. Sartre’s famously chilling conclusion—that “hell is other people”—emerges not as a casual provocation\, but as a devastating insight into how self-deception\, dependency\, and the need for approval can become forms of punishment. The characters are condemned to see themselves reflected endlessly in the eyes of others\, with no possibility of escape or redemption. \nNo Exit is a defining expression of Sartre’s existential philosophy\, dramatizing the idea that individuals are responsible for who they are\, and that avoidance of that responsibility leads to anguish and entrapment. The play explores themes of freedom\, choice\, guilt\, and bad faith\, challenging audiences to consider how much of their identity is shaped—or distorted—by the perceptions of others. \nPerformances will be held in the Wind River Theater at the ARTfactory.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/no-exit-by-jean-paul-sartre-2/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Actors Theatre,Ticketed Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260912T220000
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SUMMARY:No Exit by Jean-Paul Sartre
DESCRIPTION:September 11-20\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nDark\, unsettling\, and endlessly thought-provoking\, No Exit is one of the most famous works of existential drama ever written. First performed in 1944\, Jean-Paul Sartre’s groundbreaking play confronts audiences with urgent questions about identity\, responsibility\, and the ways we define ourselves through others. \nThe play takes place in a stark\, windowless room in the afterlife\, where three strangers—Garcin\, Inès\, and Estelle—are brought together with no mirrors\, no escape\, and no explanation of their punishment. As they wait for the expected physical tortures of hell to begin\, they instead find themselves trapped in an eternal psychological standoff. With nothing to do but talk\, observe\, and judge one another\, their past actions and deepest insecurities are slowly revealed. \nAs the characters attempt to justify their lives and seek validation\, it becomes clear that each is both victim and tormentor. Sartre’s famously chilling conclusion—that “hell is other people”—emerges not as a casual provocation\, but as a devastating insight into how self-deception\, dependency\, and the need for approval can become forms of punishment. The characters are condemned to see themselves reflected endlessly in the eyes of others\, with no possibility of escape or redemption. \nNo Exit is a defining expression of Sartre’s existential philosophy\, dramatizing the idea that individuals are responsible for who they are\, and that avoidance of that responsibility leads to anguish and entrapment. The play explores themes of freedom\, choice\, guilt\, and bad faith\, challenging audiences to consider how much of their identity is shaped—or distorted—by the perceptions of others. \nPerformances will be held in the Wind River Theater at the ARTfactory.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/no-exit-by-jean-paul-sartre-2/2026-09-12/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Actors Theatre,Ticketed Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260913T163000
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SUMMARY:No Exit by Jean-Paul Sartre
DESCRIPTION:September 11-20\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nDark\, unsettling\, and endlessly thought-provoking\, No Exit is one of the most famous works of existential drama ever written. First performed in 1944\, Jean-Paul Sartre’s groundbreaking play confronts audiences with urgent questions about identity\, responsibility\, and the ways we define ourselves through others. \nThe play takes place in a stark\, windowless room in the afterlife\, where three strangers—Garcin\, Inès\, and Estelle—are brought together with no mirrors\, no escape\, and no explanation of their punishment. As they wait for the expected physical tortures of hell to begin\, they instead find themselves trapped in an eternal psychological standoff. With nothing to do but talk\, observe\, and judge one another\, their past actions and deepest insecurities are slowly revealed. \nAs the characters attempt to justify their lives and seek validation\, it becomes clear that each is both victim and tormentor. Sartre’s famously chilling conclusion—that “hell is other people”—emerges not as a casual provocation\, but as a devastating insight into how self-deception\, dependency\, and the need for approval can become forms of punishment. The characters are condemned to see themselves reflected endlessly in the eyes of others\, with no possibility of escape or redemption. \nNo Exit is a defining expression of Sartre’s existential philosophy\, dramatizing the idea that individuals are responsible for who they are\, and that avoidance of that responsibility leads to anguish and entrapment. The play explores themes of freedom\, choice\, guilt\, and bad faith\, challenging audiences to consider how much of their identity is shaped—or distorted—by the perceptions of others. \nPerformances will be held in the Wind River Theater at the ARTfactory.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/no-exit-by-jean-paul-sartre-2/2026-09-13/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Actors Theatre,Ticketed Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T213000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T142142Z
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SUMMARY:Hairspray
DESCRIPTION:It’s big hair and even bigger dreams in Hairspray the Musical! Set in 1960s Baltimore\, this high-energy show follows Tracy Turnblad\, a spirited teen with a passion for dance\, as she fights for love\, equality\, and a spot on The Corny Collins Show. Bursting with catchy tunes\, dazzling dances\, and plenty of heart\, Hairspray is a joyful celebration of acceptance and the power of being yourself! \nDirected by Chris Maulden \nShowtimes on September 18\, 19\, 25\, 26 at 7PM\, September 20 & 27 at 2PM in the Gregory Family Theater at Hylton Performing Arts Center. Please note that the September 26th performance will be an understudy performance. \nHAIRSPRAY is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/hairspray-2/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:Hylton Performing Arts Center\, 10960 George Mason Circle\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pied Piper Theatre,Ticketed Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T220000
DTSTAMP:20260609T203539Z
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SUMMARY:No Exit by Jean-Paul Sartre
DESCRIPTION:September 11-20\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nDark\, unsettling\, and endlessly thought-provoking\, No Exit is one of the most famous works of existential drama ever written. First performed in 1944\, Jean-Paul Sartre’s groundbreaking play confronts audiences with urgent questions about identity\, responsibility\, and the ways we define ourselves through others. \nThe play takes place in a stark\, windowless room in the afterlife\, where three strangers—Garcin\, Inès\, and Estelle—are brought together with no mirrors\, no escape\, and no explanation of their punishment. As they wait for the expected physical tortures of hell to begin\, they instead find themselves trapped in an eternal psychological standoff. With nothing to do but talk\, observe\, and judge one another\, their past actions and deepest insecurities are slowly revealed. \nAs the characters attempt to justify their lives and seek validation\, it becomes clear that each is both victim and tormentor. Sartre’s famously chilling conclusion—that “hell is other people”—emerges not as a casual provocation\, but as a devastating insight into how self-deception\, dependency\, and the need for approval can become forms of punishment. The characters are condemned to see themselves reflected endlessly in the eyes of others\, with no possibility of escape or redemption. \nNo Exit is a defining expression of Sartre’s existential philosophy\, dramatizing the idea that individuals are responsible for who they are\, and that avoidance of that responsibility leads to anguish and entrapment. The play explores themes of freedom\, choice\, guilt\, and bad faith\, challenging audiences to consider how much of their identity is shaped—or distorted—by the perceptions of others. \nPerformances will be held in the Wind River Theater at the ARTfactory.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/no-exit-by-jean-paul-sartre-2/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Actors Theatre,Ticketed Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T213000
DTSTAMP:20260723T142142Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T142142Z
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SUMMARY:Hairspray
DESCRIPTION:It’s big hair and even bigger dreams in Hairspray the Musical! Set in 1960s Baltimore\, this high-energy show follows Tracy Turnblad\, a spirited teen with a passion for dance\, as she fights for love\, equality\, and a spot on The Corny Collins Show. Bursting with catchy tunes\, dazzling dances\, and plenty of heart\, Hairspray is a joyful celebration of acceptance and the power of being yourself! \nDirected by Chris Maulden \nShowtimes on September 18\, 19\, 25\, 26 at 7PM\, September 20 & 27 at 2PM in the Gregory Family Theater at Hylton Performing Arts Center. Please note that the September 26th performance will be an understudy performance. \nHAIRSPRAY is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/hairspray-2/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:Hylton Performing Arts Center\, 10960 George Mason Circle\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pied Piper Theatre,Ticketed Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260609T203539Z
CREATED:20260609T203516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T203539Z
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SUMMARY:No Exit by Jean-Paul Sartre
DESCRIPTION:September 11-20\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nDark\, unsettling\, and endlessly thought-provoking\, No Exit is one of the most famous works of existential drama ever written. First performed in 1944\, Jean-Paul Sartre’s groundbreaking play confronts audiences with urgent questions about identity\, responsibility\, and the ways we define ourselves through others. \nThe play takes place in a stark\, windowless room in the afterlife\, where three strangers—Garcin\, Inès\, and Estelle—are brought together with no mirrors\, no escape\, and no explanation of their punishment. As they wait for the expected physical tortures of hell to begin\, they instead find themselves trapped in an eternal psychological standoff. With nothing to do but talk\, observe\, and judge one another\, their past actions and deepest insecurities are slowly revealed. \nAs the characters attempt to justify their lives and seek validation\, it becomes clear that each is both victim and tormentor. Sartre’s famously chilling conclusion—that “hell is other people”—emerges not as a casual provocation\, but as a devastating insight into how self-deception\, dependency\, and the need for approval can become forms of punishment. The characters are condemned to see themselves reflected endlessly in the eyes of others\, with no possibility of escape or redemption. \nNo Exit is a defining expression of Sartre’s existential philosophy\, dramatizing the idea that individuals are responsible for who they are\, and that avoidance of that responsibility leads to anguish and entrapment. The play explores themes of freedom\, choice\, guilt\, and bad faith\, challenging audiences to consider how much of their identity is shaped—or distorted—by the perceptions of others. \nPerformances will be held in the Wind River Theater at the ARTfactory.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/no-exit-by-jean-paul-sartre-2/2026-09-19/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Actors Theatre,Ticketed Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T163000
DTSTAMP:20260609T203539Z
CREATED:20260609T203516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260609T203539Z
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SUMMARY:No Exit by Jean-Paul Sartre
DESCRIPTION:September 11-20\, 2026\n\n\n\n\nDark\, unsettling\, and endlessly thought-provoking\, No Exit is one of the most famous works of existential drama ever written. First performed in 1944\, Jean-Paul Sartre’s groundbreaking play confronts audiences with urgent questions about identity\, responsibility\, and the ways we define ourselves through others. \nThe play takes place in a stark\, windowless room in the afterlife\, where three strangers—Garcin\, Inès\, and Estelle—are brought together with no mirrors\, no escape\, and no explanation of their punishment. As they wait for the expected physical tortures of hell to begin\, they instead find themselves trapped in an eternal psychological standoff. With nothing to do but talk\, observe\, and judge one another\, their past actions and deepest insecurities are slowly revealed. \nAs the characters attempt to justify their lives and seek validation\, it becomes clear that each is both victim and tormentor. Sartre’s famously chilling conclusion—that “hell is other people”—emerges not as a casual provocation\, but as a devastating insight into how self-deception\, dependency\, and the need for approval can become forms of punishment. The characters are condemned to see themselves reflected endlessly in the eyes of others\, with no possibility of escape or redemption. \nNo Exit is a defining expression of Sartre’s existential philosophy\, dramatizing the idea that individuals are responsible for who they are\, and that avoidance of that responsibility leads to anguish and entrapment. The play explores themes of freedom\, choice\, guilt\, and bad faith\, challenging audiences to consider how much of their identity is shaped—or distorted—by the perceptions of others. \nPerformances will be held in the Wind River Theater at the ARTfactory.
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/no-exit-by-jean-paul-sartre-2/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:ARTfactory\, 9419 Battle Street\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Actors Theatre,Ticketed Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T163000
DTSTAMP:20260723T142142Z
CREATED:20260714T205620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T142142Z
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SUMMARY:Hairspray
DESCRIPTION:It’s big hair and even bigger dreams in Hairspray the Musical! Set in 1960s Baltimore\, this high-energy show follows Tracy Turnblad\, a spirited teen with a passion for dance\, as she fights for love\, equality\, and a spot on The Corny Collins Show. Bursting with catchy tunes\, dazzling dances\, and plenty of heart\, Hairspray is a joyful celebration of acceptance and the power of being yourself! \nDirected by Chris Maulden \nShowtimes on September 18\, 19\, 25\, 26 at 7PM\, September 20 & 27 at 2PM in the Gregory Family Theater at Hylton Performing Arts Center. Please note that the September 26th performance will be an understudy performance. \nHAIRSPRAY is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/hairspray-2/2026-09-20/
LOCATION:Hylton Performing Arts Center\, 10960 George Mason Circle\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pied Piper Theatre,Ticketed Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T213000
DTSTAMP:20260723T142142Z
CREATED:20260714T205620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T142142Z
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SUMMARY:Hairspray
DESCRIPTION:It’s big hair and even bigger dreams in Hairspray the Musical! Set in 1960s Baltimore\, this high-energy show follows Tracy Turnblad\, a spirited teen with a passion for dance\, as she fights for love\, equality\, and a spot on The Corny Collins Show. Bursting with catchy tunes\, dazzling dances\, and plenty of heart\, Hairspray is a joyful celebration of acceptance and the power of being yourself! \nDirected by Chris Maulden \nShowtimes on September 18\, 19\, 25\, 26 at 7PM\, September 20 & 27 at 2PM in the Gregory Family Theater at Hylton Performing Arts Center. Please note that the September 26th performance will be an understudy performance. \nHAIRSPRAY is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/hairspray-2/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:Hylton Performing Arts Center\, 10960 George Mason Circle\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pied Piper Theatre,Ticketed Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T213000
DTSTAMP:20260723T142142Z
CREATED:20260714T205620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T142142Z
UID:10003410-1790449200-1790458200@virginiaartfactory.org
SUMMARY:Hairspray
DESCRIPTION:It’s big hair and even bigger dreams in Hairspray the Musical! Set in 1960s Baltimore\, this high-energy show follows Tracy Turnblad\, a spirited teen with a passion for dance\, as she fights for love\, equality\, and a spot on The Corny Collins Show. Bursting with catchy tunes\, dazzling dances\, and plenty of heart\, Hairspray is a joyful celebration of acceptance and the power of being yourself! \nDirected by Chris Maulden \nShowtimes on September 18\, 19\, 25\, 26 at 7PM\, September 20 & 27 at 2PM in the Gregory Family Theater at Hylton Performing Arts Center. Please note that the September 26th performance will be an understudy performance. \nHAIRSPRAY is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/hairspray-2/2026-09-26/
LOCATION:Hylton Performing Arts Center\, 10960 George Mason Circle\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pied Piper Theatre,Ticketed Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T163000
DTSTAMP:20260723T142142Z
CREATED:20260714T205620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T142142Z
UID:10003411-1790517600-1790526600@virginiaartfactory.org
SUMMARY:Hairspray
DESCRIPTION:It’s big hair and even bigger dreams in Hairspray the Musical! Set in 1960s Baltimore\, this high-energy show follows Tracy Turnblad\, a spirited teen with a passion for dance\, as she fights for love\, equality\, and a spot on The Corny Collins Show. Bursting with catchy tunes\, dazzling dances\, and plenty of heart\, Hairspray is a joyful celebration of acceptance and the power of being yourself! \nDirected by Chris Maulden \nShowtimes on September 18\, 19\, 25\, 26 at 7PM\, September 20 & 27 at 2PM in the Gregory Family Theater at Hylton Performing Arts Center. Please note that the September 26th performance will be an understudy performance. \nHAIRSPRAY is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI. www.mtishows.com
URL:https://virginiaartfactory.org/event/hairspray-2/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:Hylton Performing Arts Center\, 10960 George Mason Circle\, Manassas\, VA\, 20110\, United States
CATEGORIES:Pied Piper Theatre,Ticketed Event
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