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“Wolf Trap is just one of the nicest theaters in the whole country to play. It’s the people, the audience that makes playing here special.” — Lyle Lovett, Performing ArtistImage Credit: The Filene Center at Wolf Trap during a summer performance |
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“GRACE is proud be at the forefront of engaging the Reston community in contemporary art.” — John Alciati, President & CEO, GRACEImage Credit: Group shot of Gallery goers from BITE: identity and humor, juried by Jefferson Pinder in 2011 |
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"Fairfax County is rich in it's cultural diversity. Dr. Rangarajan is one of the many outstanding ethnic local dancers."Image Credit: Dr. Janaki Rangarajan |
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“Our 2010 Traveling Troupe had so much fun learning how to do physical comedy on stage with Master Teacher and Movement Choreographer Matt Wilson!” — Jeanne E. Harrison, Producing Artistic Director
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“MPA's mission is to exhibit the work of emerging and established artists from the mid-Atlantic region and to serve the residents of McLean and the County.” — Nancy Powers Perry, Executive Director, McLean Project for the ArtsImage Credit: Fantastic Journeys guest curator Beatrice Gralton, discusses the works she selected for the exhibition. |
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"The Washington Post critics have described the FSO as a “fine ensemble” (Mark Estren), “dazzling,…organic…and brilliant,” (Joan Reinthaler) offering “a good program, good soloist(s) and a lot of energy and heart.” (Anne Midgette).Image Credit: Maestro Chris Zimmerman of the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra |
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"Dancin' Unlimited is just one of the many incredible dance organizations the County has to offer." — Alan GreenImage Credit: Minnie the Moocher performed by Dancin’ Unlimited Jazz Dance Company |
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Our goal is to help market your services to your constituents in Fairfax County. Below are some easy steps your arts organization can undertake to boost your visibility in the County. Please contact our Director of Communications & Programs at (703) 642-0862 ext. 5 or by e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , if you require further assistance.
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Log in with your user name and password. Go to the calendar under the news section and click the "Add Event" button on the date you like to have your event. Notice how there is a plus sign in the right corner of the event when you mouse over the selected date. Follow the on-screen instructions. Remember to fill in the correct calendar category, contact name, phone number and location.
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