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Our Mission

The Center for the Arts of Greater Manassas and Prince William County's vision is "a community enriched through the creative arts."

Our mission is to enrich the creative community by:

Engaging people of all ages
Celebrating diversity
Fostering innovation
Cultivating collaboration and communication


Pied Piper Theatre

The Center for the Arts’ nationally recognized Pied Piper Theatre (PPT) welcomes young people ages 8 through 18 to explore the world of theatre both on the stage and behind the curtain.

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Rooftop Productions

Rooftop Productions is our theatre company for adults. Now entering its 15th year, Rooftop Productions brings a refreshing variety of classic drama, comedy, and musical entertainment to the community.

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Upcoming Events & Programs

Upcoming Events


Teen & Adult
Jan. 14 - Feb. 18
Tue. 7:30-8:30pm

Instructor: Cookie Bell
Love soul-filled R&B music and want to learn a popular swing style suited to that vibe? West Coast Swing is the dance you seek --- both sophisticated and energetic, gracefully incorporating "pushes, tucks, whips" with underarm turns. It's danced to slower music and in a linear pattern called a “slot” that requires less dance floor & favors subtle movements---a great step for Blues Dances, parties, or a night on the town! Beginners welcome; experienced dancers will improve styling and learn new moves.


Teen & Adult
Jan. 14 - Feb. 18
Tue. 8:30-9:30pm

Instructor: Cookie Bell

Love rock and roll, big band and boogie woogie music? This style of swing dance will have you moving into "Triple Swing", East Coast style, distinguished by its bounce, rock step and Swing hip motion.  Those who have Swing dance experience are welcome to continue in this session as Cookie introduces advanced steps of this upbeat, joyful dance.

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Age 18 & up
(5 weeks) January 22 - February 19
Wed. 6:30pm-9:00pm

Instructor: Emily Thomson

This class will provide opportunity to draw the unclothed figure with guidance from the instructor. Live models will pose for both quick sketches and more detailed studies. We will explore gesture drawing, and the movement of line, physical proportion, and the interplay of light and shadow on the human form. Please bring your artist sketching pencils and charcoals, and an 18" x 24" drawing pad. Program is geared toward students with previous drawing experience: advanced beginners and intermediate students welcome. High school students may enroll with parental consent letter, contact the Center for details.

Course fee includes tuition and a $45 model fee.

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Dance Programs

Join us for the fabulous dance sessions one Sunday each month at the Center for the Arts; or try out a dance class with one of our terrific teachers. Beginners and advanced dancers are all welcome.

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Arts on the Go

The Arts on the Go project consists of four self-contained interactive exhibits, each with a distinct theme. Two modules (Habitats and Energy Matters) have been designed for use in elementary schools, and two other modules (PowerUP! and Biomes of the World) have been created for middle school students.

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