Parsons Dance
Saturday, April 20, 2019 at 8 p.m.
Center for the Arts, Concert Hall
Fairfax Campus
New York City-based Parsons Dance is internationally celebrated for creating and performing American modern dance that is positive, life-affirming, enriching, and accessible. Founded in 1985 by Artistic Director David Parsons and Tony Award-winning lighting designer Howell Binkley, this ensemble has spread the joy of dance in over 447 cities, 30 countries, and five continents in some of the most notable theaters, festivals, and concert halls in the world. Stunning works, like the iconic Caught, exemplify this company’s innovation and huge audience appeal.
Tickets: $48, $41, $29
50% off youth tickets (through grade 12)
American Festival Pops Orchestra: Movie Music Magic
Friday, May 3, 2019 at 8 p.m.
Hylton Performing Arts Center, Merchant Hall
Science and Technology Campus
It’s difficult to imagine bigger-than-life film characters like Darth Vader and Indiana Jones without their iconic musical themes. Since the invention of cinema with sound, Hollywood’s film composers have worked their magic behind the scenes to help create memorable movie-going experiences! Join the American Festival Pops Orchestra in a performance of classic and treasured film scores where you will experience the music that helps create magic on the silver screen. Enjoy a variety of musical styles spanning years of celebrated films and film composers from Hans Zimmer to John Williams to nostalgic Disney classics.
Tickets: $50, $43, $30
50% off youth tickets (through grade 12)