Past Events

The Workhouse Arts Center has hosted many events in the past. There are 211 listings stored in the HistoryGuide database for this property.

Date	Event Information
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	2nd Annual Juried Photographic Competition Exhibition. All professional and amateur photographers are invited to submit up to three photographic images. On display on the 2nd floor, G… (Arts - Photography Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	Virginia Watercolor Society 30th Anniversary Exhibition. A juried exhibition will be held in Gallery W-16 featuring 100 of the tremendously gifted members. (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	1st Anniversary Celebration Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition. An outdoor, juried sculpture exhibit features a total of five works by area sculptors for display around the Workhouse grounds.… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	Exhibition: Paper with Atitude. In cooperation with the Artisans Center of Virginia, a statewide center for fine craft, Workhouse Arts Center proudly presents a… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-495-0001.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	The Workhouse Celebrates Black History Month Featuring an Exhibition. View the works of several well-known African American artists, including Margo Humphrey, Michael B. Platt, Preston Sampson, Stan… (Festivals - Cultural) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	6 Abstract Women. As part of Minds Wide Open: Virginia Celebrates Women in the Arts, abstract artists Andrea Cybyk, Marcia Dale Dullum, Michele Ho… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	Exhibition: Congressional Children's Art Competition, An Artistic Discovery. Once again the Lorton Arts Foundation is pleased to partner with Congressman Gerry Connolly. All high school students residing i… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 701-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	Exhibition: Greenspiration. Artists residing in Virginia, Maryland, Washington D.C., Pennsylvania and West Virginia were challenged to define, defy or deny… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 701-584-2900.
Daily	The Workhouse Film Institute Cinematic Tourist Series: Destination Hawaii. Aloha. Bring your friends and family to a weekend-long cultural celebration of Hawaii, to celebrate Kamehameha Day. Anchored by… (Festivals - Cultural) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	2009 Best of Collector's Showcase Exhibition: Richard Allnutt. Allnutt's solo exhibit will take place in Galley W-16 and will feature candid, and not so candid, portraiture. Please join us at… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	From Prison to Arts Center: 100 Years at the Workhouse. From former correctional facility, to thriving, one-of-a-kind arts community, the Workhouse has a history full of significant mi… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	2nd Annual Poetic Art Exhibition. This exhibition features both professional and amateur poets and artists working in collaboration to produce Poetic Art. The wor… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	The Sumi-e Society Exhibition. The Society's mission is to foster an appreciation of East Asian brush painting techniques through publications, workshops, lect… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	2011 Collector's Showcase Best in Show: Susan Tilt. Tilt's solo exhibit will take place in Gallery W-16. Each year Workhouse Artists donate a piece of their work to the annual Coll… 703-584-2900.
Daily	Cinematic Tourist Series: Japanese Film and Animation. Contemporary and classic film screenings, coupled with artist workshops and demonstrations featuring traditional arts and food f… (Performance - Movies) 703-584-2900.
Daily	Art for a Change: "Elements, Principles and Voice". Advanced art students from Westfield High School have the opportunity to be considered for a juried exhibition in a professional… 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	3rd Annual Poetic Art Juried Exhibition. The exhibition will feature both professional and amateur poets and artists working in collaboration to produce Poetic Art. The… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Fri Every Sat	"The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee". A musical comedy telling of six young people overseen by grown-ups who barely managed to escape childhood themselves, learn that… (Performance - Musical) 703-584-2900.
Every Sat	Mount Vernon Nights at The Workhouse. A series of free public concerts will take place Saturday evenings on the Quad. Please check directly with venue for lineup. (Arts - Concerts)
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	3rd Annual Workhouse Clay National Ceramics Exhibition. This exhibition represents the depth & breadth of contemporary functional and sculptural ceramic artworks being created througho… (Arts - Art Exhibit)
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	New Works: Workhouse Education Student and Teacher Exhibition. This exhibition showcases the art of the Workhouse education teachers, and their students from the previous year. The work inclu… (Arts - Art Exhibit)
Every Sun Every Mon Every Tue More...	Drink This! The Workhouse International Ceramic Cup Show. From the elegant, formal tumbler to the rough, wood fired yunomi, an exhibition of 70 works offers a delightful taste of the man… (Festivals - Arts & Crafts Show) 703-584-2982.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	Urban Decay 4. An exhibition of low-brow urban art. Urban Decay 4 will feature artists from around the country. The artists and works were sele… (Arts - Art Exhibit)
1st Sat 2nd Sat	Free Yoga on the Quad. Remember to bring your own yoga mat! Classes are 45 minutes long, open to all and will be held outside so please dress according… (Educational - Class)
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	360 Degrees of Post-Traumatic Stress. 360 Degrees of Post-Traumatic Stress will feature sculptural works created by local patients and prints made by veterans from th… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sat	Peter Pan and Captain Hook in the Fairies Land. An afternoon of laughter and mystery with playwright Vianlix Mestey's original adaptation of the famous fairy tale, "Peter Pan a… (Kids Theater) 703-584-2900.
Every Sat	Winnie the Pooh. Based on the stories of A.A. Milne. Join Pooh, Piglet and all the rest for an adventurous afternoon in the Hundred Acre Wood! T… (Kids Theater) 703-584-2900.
Every Wed Every Thu Every Fri	Home for Dinner Arts Exhibition. The exhibit will consist of art from sixth grade students in local elementary schools. Home for Dinner will showcase how communi… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	100 Under 200. This exhibition features an unrestrained gallery exhibit by the 100 Artists at the Workhouse exhibiting multiple works-of-art ea… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sat	In Santa, We Believe. Just when you thought everything was going great, Santa's workshop grinds to a halt! Will Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves do wha… (Kids Theater) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Mon Every Tue More...	Drink This! International Ceramic Cup Show. From the elegant, ceremonial tumbler to the comfortable simple mug, an exhibition of 71 works from five countries offers a surpr… (Business - Convention / Expo) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	Workhouse Arts Center Collectors Showcase. Featuring up to 100 works of art by local artists in the Workhouse Artist Program. Paintings, fiber arts, photography, wood, ce… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sat	Beauty and the Beast. Join us at the Workhouse Arts Center for Beauty and the Beast, live onstage presented by Mestey Films Productions. A self-cente… (Kids Theater) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	Reflection and Response. Glass artist, David Barnes, and pastel and mixed media artist, Lynn Goldstein. In this show, they have collaborated on pieces th… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sat	Mestey Films Productions Presents: "The Little Mermaid". Vianlix Mestey's original adaptation of the Hans Christian Andersen classic tale, "The Little Mermaid". When a beautiful mermaid… (Kids - Children's Activities) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	Exhibition on Korean American Pop Art. This exhibit features Korean American artists living in the Greater Washington DC area, part of the Han-Mee Artists Association,… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sat	Free "Art of Movement" Exercise Classes. These free, drop-in Art of Movement classes feature Yoga, Mat Pilates, Tai Chi and Hula on the Quad at the Workhouse! No experie… (Educational - Class) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	"Look at Me": An Art Exhibition on How Veterans View Themselves.. Veterans and Service members were challenged to create a portrait of how they view themselves. The art is as rich and varied as… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sat	The Ice Queen. Being the Ice Queen is not easy! Our story unfolds as the sister of the mysterious Ice Queen and Charles (a Wise Man) is determ… (Kids Theater) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	Glass Unpolished: an Exhibition on Explorations of Time, Nature, and Technology. Three artists from Virginia & Maryland use glass as a means to dig into the conceptual nature of discovery, time, fiction & expe… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	4th Annual Workhouse Clay National Ceramics Exhibition. 54 pieces of art which incorporate a contemporary spirit as well as a technical mastery of the material. The show is a rare oppo… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Wed Every Thu Every Fri	"Earth and Fire" Ceramics Exhibition. This exhibition features the works of 35 leading ceramic artists from nine nations: Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singap… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
Every Sun Every Wed Every Thu More...	The Potomac Valley Watercolorists Present the Exhibition "40 Years of Potomac Valley Watercolorists". The Potomac Valley Watercolorists (PVW) celebrates 40 years as a juried group of Watercolorists in the Greater Metropolitan DC r… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
06/11/09 06/12/09 06/13/09	Moonlight and Magnolias. A comedy written by Ron Hutchinson and directed by Caren Hearne, this hilarious performance follows legendary producer David O.… (Performance - Show Comedy) 703-584-2900.
06/27/09	Dead Men's Hollow Concert. Washington Area Music Association's Bluegrass Group of the Year plays old-time, bluegrass, Americana and country blues, and has… (Arts - Concerts) 703-495-0001.
08/15/09	Workhouse Film Institute Screening: In the Shadow of the Moon. The movie chronicles the NASA Apollo Program between 1968 and 1972 through the words of the men that flew on the missions includ… (Performance - Movies) 703-584-2900.
08/16/09	"Stars on Sunday" with Potomac Jazz Project. The Workhouse invites you to experience the sensational sounds of The Potomac Jazz Project. The PJP has performed with a vast nu… (Arts - Concerts) 703-495-0001.
08/22/09	ArtNotes Presents: An Afternoon of Music. The Workhouse is proud to present country-blues artist Holly Allen whose music is influenced by bluegrass, country, blues and ol… (Performance - Musical) 703-584-2900.
09/12/09	Workhouse Film Institute - Film Noir Night With VIP Guest Speaker Judy Riggin. Orson Welles' 1958 cinematic masterpiece, Touch of Evil, will be the centerpiece of this spirited exploration of the Film Noir g… (Performance - Movies) 703-495-0001.
09/19/09	First Anniversary Celebration of the Workhouse. Come see L'Tanya Mari and Holly Allen from 3- 5pm. Kid Zone open house; Hula, Belly Dance, and Yoga workshops; flame working and… (Community - Organization) 703-584-2900.
10/03/09 10/04/09	Art, Wine and All That Jazz Festival. Enjoy award-winning wines from local vineyards, food, art, jazz performances all weekend long and more. Be sure to see Grammy No… (Festivals - Music) 703-584-2900.
10/10/09	Singer / Songwriter Gretchen Peters. Grammy-nominated, singer / songwriter, currently touring on both sides of the Atlantic, and writing songs for her next album, wi… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
10/10/09	Short Film Marathon. Help support local and student filmmakers by attending this fun and unpredictable evening of short films. Refreshments and a cas… (Festivals - Film Festival) 703-584-2900.
10/10/09	National Spinning and Weaving Week Celebration. Calling all fiber artists. Join us for a day of fiber art on the quad. Bring a picnic lunch and join us for an informal gatherin… (Festivals - Arts & Crafts Show) 703-543-6735.
10/24/09	ArtNotes Presents the U.S. Army Band, Downrange Unplugged With Crosscurrents Dance Company. A Crosscurrents Dance Company performance is followed by a special unplugged performance from Downrange. (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
10/31/09	Halloween MAIMFest. Mid-Atlantic Indpendent Musicians perform until dusk, before the goblins and ghouls haunt the night. Venture out for some spookt… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party) 703-584-2900.
11/01/09	"Stars on Sunday" with World Jam Club. The concert series starts with the Dan Leonard Trio, followed by the World Jam Club, concluding with The U.S. Army Band Downrang… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
11/06/09 11/07/09	Bollywood. Part of the Cinematic Tourist Series, authentic Indian food and drink, Bollywood dance workshops, and other surprises will be of… (Festivals - Film Festival) 703-584-2900.
11/07/09 11/08/09	Cinematic Tourist Series Celebrates Bollywood. A screening of Saawariya on Friday, and a screening of Bride and Prejudice on Saturday. Authentic Indian food and drink, Bollywo… (Festivals - Film Festival) 703-584-2900.
11/21/09	Gallery After Hours: The Osedax and Special Guests. Formed in 2007, and combining elements of classic Southern rock with the volume and power of modern progressive metal, The Oseda… (Arts - Concerts) 703-495-0001.
12/12/09	The 3rd Annual Collector's Showcase 'Meet-the-Artist' Reception. As part of the Third Annual Collector's Showcase, guests will enjoy an evening of wonderful music, great food, and all attendees… (Retail - Holiday Event / Shopping) 703-584-2900.
12/13/09	The 3rd Annual Collector's Showcase Fundraising Event for the Workhouse!. Fete d'Etoile will feature specialty hors d'oeuvres and dessert courtesy of Bistro L'hermitage, a question and answer session on… (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit) 703-584-2900.
01/22/10	Spot-LYTE Company Presents Incorruptible. Lorton Youth Theatre Ensemble (LYTE), the first resident theatre company here, has an ambitious season planned with a central th… (Performance - Theater) 703-584-2900.
02/06/10	ArtNotes Presents the U.S. Army Chorus. The group recently celebrated its 50th Anniversary in 2006. Don't miss what is sure to be an exciting evening of music including… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
02/12/10 02/13/10	Valentine's Date Night. Come share your creative side with your partner and join the Workhouse ceramics, glass and dance Instructors for a fun evening o… (Nightlife - Singles) 703-584-2900.
02/13/10 02/14/10	'The Working Artist - Principles and Practice for Success' Business Seminar with Milon Townsend. Glass artist Milon Townsend returns to the Workhouse to address many of the issues facing you as a working artist today. Lectur… (Community - Lecture) 703-584-2900.
02/20/10	Gallery After Hours Presents Word Beat. Enjoy an evening of percussion and spoken word poetry. Global jazz percussionist Tom Teasley and acclaimed singer / actor Charle… (Performance - Staged Reading) 703-584-2900.
02/26/10 02/27/10	The Workhouse Film Institure Presents A Man Named Pearl. Join the Workhouse for Film Weekend. We will be hosting a screening of the film A Man Named Pearl on Friday, and on Saturday art… (Performance - Movies) 703-584-2900.
04/18/10	Gallery After Hours: Goldenberg Duo. As part of the Gallery After Hours series, this duo is composed of William Goldenberg on the piano and his sister Susan Goldenbe… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
05/09/10	Stars on Sunday: The Osedax with Special Guest Akris. The Osedax brings a sound that is familiar in its melodies while new and inspiring in its aggression. With more than 35 years of… (Arts - Concerts) 701-584-2900.
05/15/10	Gallery After Hours: Solar Powered Sun Destroyer and Last Days of Empire. Solar Powered Sun Destroyer and Last Days of Empire deliver. (Arts - Concerts) 701-584-2900.
05/22/10	Workhouse Film Institute: Before Sunrise. Before Sunrise is a 1995 drama directed by Richard Linklater. The film follows Jesse (Ethan Hawke), a young American, and Celine… (Performance - Movies) 701-584-2900.
05/28/10 05/29/10 05/30/10 More...	Spot-LYTE Presents Mindgame. A play for mature audiences by Anthony Horowitz, directed by Caren Hearne; a riveting hit in London's West End. (Performance - Theater) 701-584-2900.
06/25/10	Cinema Under The Stars: Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief. You may bring as many people as you can fit in your car. Pack your blankets, drive to the Workhouse and prepare for an unforgett… (Performance - Movies) 703-584-2900.
06/26/10	Cinema Under The Stars: Diary of a Wimpy Kid. You may bring as many people as you can fit in your car. Pack your blankets, drive to the Workhouse and prepare for an unforgett… (Performance - Movies) 703-584-2900.
07/03/10	Patriotic Picnic. Grab the blankets and lawn chairs and bring your friends and family for food and fun. Proceeds support the Lorton Arts Foundatio… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party) 703-584-2900.
07/10/10	2nd Annual Ice Cream Social Fundraiser. The coolest place to be on a hot July day is the ice cream social with live music on the Quad. Visitors will receive ice cream i… (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit) 703-584-2900.
07/17/10	Gallery After Hours: Dead Men's Hollow. Begun as an impromptu, backyard pick n' sing in the summer of 2001. Several hundred shows later, the group is now a well-establi… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
07/23/10	Cinema Under The Stars: Monsters vs Aliens. You may bring as many people as you can fit in your car. Pack your blankets, drive to the Workhouse and prepare for an unforgett… (Performance - Movies) 703-584-2900.
07/24/10	Cinema Under The Stars: A Town Called Panic. You may bring as many people as you can fit in your car. Pack your blankets, drive to the Workhouse and prepare for an unforgett… (Performance - Movies) 703-584-2900.
08/08/10	Stars on Sunday: "JunkFood" on the Quad. The Workhouse invites you to experience the sounds of local band, "JunkFood.". (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
08/08/10	Art under the Arches. A culminating exhibition for all aspiring artists from this summer's Visual Arts Explorers Camp. Campers at the Workhouse draw,… (Educational - Workshop) 703-584-2900.
08/21/10	Gallery After Hours: United States Marine Corps Wind Ensemble. As the only musical organization charged to perform for the President, "The President's Own," whether in White House performance… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
08/21/10	Inez on a Horse: Commemoration in Honor of a Suffragist Leader. The Workhouse Museum and the Turning Point Suffragist Memorial Committee will celebrate the many appearances of Inez Milholland… (Community - Panel Discussion / Forum) 703-584-2900.
08/27/10	Cinema Under the Stars: The Princess and the Frog. Pack your blankets, drive to the Workhouse and prepare for an unforgettable night of entertainment. Doors open early for Family… (Performance - Movies) 703-584-2900.
08/28/10	Cinema Under the Stars: Jaws. Pack your blankets, drive to the Workhouse and prepare for an unforgettable night of entertainment. Doors open early for Family… (Performance - Movies) 703-584-2900.
09/04/10	Workhouse Arts Center Centennial Celebration. Enjoy a spectacular day of arts and entertainment, as we honor the 100th year of the Occoquan Workhouse. From former correctiona… (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit) 703-584-2900.
11/26/10	Escape to Black Friday. Hot cider and cool art. Shop for unique gifts, fabulous artwork, and live music. There will be exclusive holiday gifts in all p… (Retail - Holiday Event / Shopping) 703-584-2900.
03/06/11	Women Interpreting the Female Form - Opening Reception. In celebration of Women's History Month, and in special recognition of the 1917 history of the Occoquan Workhouse and the suffra… (Arts - Opening / Closing Reception) 703-584-2900.
04/16/11	Gallery After Hours: Ballroom Social Dance. Join us for a reception featuring ballroom dancing led by one of our instructors. The evening will include complimentary refresh… (Nightlife - Dance) 703-584-2900.
06/02/11 06/03/11 06/04/11 More...	W;t. The Workhouse Arts Center and the Spot-LYTE Company (Lorton Youth Theatre Ensemble) presents W;t, the story of renowned professo… (Performance - Theater)
06/24/11	Cinema Under The Stars: Diary of a Wimpy Kid Rodrick Rules. Pack your blankets for a night of entertainment. Family Fun Hour featuring music, games and a special "Wimpy Kid" trivia contest… (Kids - Children's Activities)
06/25/11	Cinema Under The Stars: Grease. Pack your blankets for an unforgettable night of entertainment. Family Fun Hour featuring music, lawn and board games - all whi… (Performance - Movies)
10/29/11	Rocky Horror Picture Show. Celebrate Halloween with a screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show .Costumes are encouraged, participation is appreciated and… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party)
06/23/12	Celebrate Summer Block Party at the Workhouse. There will be family activities, music, a community resource tent, food from some of Lorton's most popular restaurants and, of c… (Festivals)
07/07/12	Art Out Loud 2012. Art Out Loud 2012 will feature an all-star cast of artists and musicians celebrating the impact of art on our daily lives. Dozen… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
07/07/12	Patriotic Fireworks Show. The Workhouse Arts Center will present a patriotic fireworks show! Bring your family, friends, blankets and lawn chairs and come… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party)
07/21/12	Clifton Film Festival. Clifton Film Fest is a film festival located in Northern Virginia showcasing original films made by the surrounding community at… (Festivals - Film Festival)
07/21/12	Date Night: Chef's Table. During this fun cooking course you'll work side by side with your date as the instructor teaches the easy yet impressive techniq… (Community - Cooking Class)
07/27/12	Live Stand Up Comedy Night. Cool Cow Comedy Presents: Jason Weems, from Last Comic Standing. Also featuring comedian Mike James, and hosted by Rahmein Mosta… (Performance - Comedic)
08/24/12	Cool Cow Comedy Presents: Randolph Terrance, Tim Miller, and Andy Kline. Live Stand Up Comedy at the Workhouse Arts Center W-3 Theatre presening Randolph Terrance, Tim Miller and Andy Kline. (Performance - Comedic)
09/08/12	Workhouse Education Open House. Want to learn more about the Workhouse classes and workshops? Don't miss the annual open house complete with demonstrations, me… (Educational - Open House and Fairs)
10/27/12	VASA Storytelling Concert. MC Gary Lloyd will lead storytellers Anthony Burcher, Ellouise Schoettler, and Margaret Chatham in an evening of storytelling ma… (Performance)
01/05/13	Cabaret Series at the Workhouse: Songs for a New Year. Featuring some of the region's finest performers and musicians you'll recognize from theaters and concerts around the area! Tick… (Arts - Concerts)
01/09/13	Prison Lecture Series: Genesis of a Prison. A talk given by Dr. Robyn Muncy, Associate Professor of History, University of Maryland who will discuss the Progressive movemen… (Educational - Class) 703-584-2900.
01/26/13	en Route! A Touring Dance Project 2013. en Route! is an annual collaborative touring performance project facilitated by NRDC that brings together high quality, professi… (Performance - Dance)
06/01/13	Cecil Ray Comedy Club. Cecil Ray Comedy Club proudly presents a Christian Comedy Show featuring the talents of Comedian Grayson from Lafayette, LA, Pit… (Performance - Comedic) 703-584 2900.
06/07/13	Dinner & A Movie Night: Blue Hawaii. While enjoying a film screening in the company of fellow cinema-philes, you will be treated to a three-course dinner from a menu… (Festivals - Film Festival)
06/08/13	Cabaret Series: Legends, Myths, and Fables. Characters and stories of mythic origins have provided some of the best music for stage and screen. A night of mystery, magic a… (Arts - Concerts)
06/15/13 07/20/13 08/17/13 More...	Date Night: Chef's Kitchen. A great way to learn some basic cooking techniques while enjoying your family and friends. The menu items will be prepared by pa… (Community - Cooking Class) 703-584-2900.
06/15/13	PechaKucha 20x20 Night at the Workhouse. PechaKucha Nights are informal and fun gatherings where creative people get together and share ideas, thoughts, art work, travel… (Community) 703-584 2900.
06/28/13	Sixth Generation Concert. The Sixth Generation is a dynamic rock and roll band at the forefront of musical style from the late 1960s. Performance will tak… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
06/29/13	Cabaret Series: Broadway Showdown, Classic Vs. Contemporary! June 29-30, 2013. It's classic vs. contemporary in a head-to-head showdown! An afternoon of food, fun and musical entertainment. Back-to-back perf… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
07/06/13	Fireworks at the Workhouse Arts Center. Bring your family, friends, blankets and lawn chairs and come watch as the colors light up the sky! Come early for a Mount Verno… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party) 703-584-2900.
07/13/13	5th Annual Ice Cream Social Fundraiser. Participants pay $15 per bowl and are given Ice Cream & toppings (included in price), listen to a band-Backyard Blues Band, take… (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit) 703-584-2900.
07/20/13	Clifton Film Festival. Clifton Film Fest is a film festival located in Northern Virginia showcasing original films made by the surrounding community at… (Festivals - Film Festival) 703-584 2900.
07/20/13 08/20/13	Lone Star and Laundry & Bourbon. Lone Star and Laundry & Bourbon by James McLure. A pair of related one-act plays in tandem. Both set in small town Texas with ch… (Performance - Theater) 703-584900.
08/03/13	Cabaret Series: Hot, Hot, Hot!. During the Dog Days of Summer, escape the heat with some "cool cabaret". Talented team performs some of the hottest songs from t… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584 2900.
08/23/13 08/24/13	Fame: the Musical. Fame: The Musical presented by the Metropolitan School of the Arts. Broadway's classic musical theater story of performing arts… (Performance - Musical) 703-584-2900.
08/25/13	Women's Equality Day. Join in the celebration of the 93rd anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment giving women the right to vote. Women's Eq… (Festivals) 703-584-2900.
09/07/13	Workhouse Education Open House. Want to learn more about the Workhouse classes and workshops? Don't miss the annual open house complete with demonstrations, mee… (Educational - Open House and Fairs) 703-584-2900.
09/07/13	Cabaret Series: Cinemagic Memories. Some of the best songs and music were written for the movies! cabaret performers will take a musical journey through Hollywood a… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
06/14/13 09/14/13	In Concert: Sunset Serenade. An outdoor concert celebrating end of Summer featuring the music of Broadway, live performance by award-winning vocalists. Cash… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584 2900.
09/14/13	Cool Cow Comedy Presents Randolph Terrance. Join everyone at the Workhouse Arts Center for Cool Cow Comedy Presents: Comedian Randolph Terrance! Due to material, all patro… (Performance - Comedic) 703-584-2900.
09/18/13 09/19/13	Success as an Artist. The original business and marketing seminar for visual artists, loaded with practical information and advice for success in the… (Business - Seminar) 703-584-2900.
05/17/13 09/20/13	Sixth Generation Concert. The Sixth Generation is a dynamic rock and roll band at the forefront of musical style from the late 1960s. (Arts - Concerts)
05/18/13 07/20/13 09/28/13	Ballroom Social Dance. Get on your dancing shoes and come out to the Workhouse for an evening of social ballroom dance led by one of our instructors. B… (Community)
09/28/13	Virginia Storytelling Alliance (VASA) Storytelling Workshops. Workshops will run in 2 - 2 hour sessions (10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 -4:00 p.m.) and will be followed by a storytelling c… (Educational - Workshop) 703-584-2900.
10/05/13 10/06/13	Cabaret Series: Mystery, Suspense... and Hijinks!, Oct 5th, 2013.. Workhouse Cabaret welcomes a talented trio of new voices; Caren Hearne, Mike Lindsay and Joe Peck will join returning performer… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
10/18/13	One Night Stands Live. In concert, one night only, featuring solo cabaret performers from the DC area. One Night Stands features two performers, each p… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
10/19/13	Cecil Ray Comedy Club. Cecil Ray will lead the proceedings in a night of laughter with guest comedians from the mid-Atlantic region. (Performance - Comedic) 703-584-2900.
10/25/13	In Concert: The Music of Nevermore. A concert-style performance featuring Matt Conner's musical interpretations of Edgar Allan Poe's best known poems, stories and c… (Performance) 703-584-2900.
10/27/13	Rocktoberfest. Enjoy a day of music, fun, games, crafts and much more with family and friends for a great cause! Entertainment, seasonal drinks… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party) 703-584-2900.
11/02/13	Cabaret Series: Broadway Biography. Many of our favorite Broadway musical stories are based on (or at least inspired by.) real figures from history. From 1776 to Ev… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
05/25/13 05/25/13 06/15/13 More...	Cool Cow Comedy. Cool Cow Comedy continues to bring its monthly comedy series to the Workhouse Arts Center. Due to material, all patrons must be… (Performance - Comedic)
11/15/13	One Night Stands Featuring Vocalists Michael Sharp and Mary Payne. One night only, featuring solo cabaret performers from the DC area. Two performers each night, each performing a solo 45 minute… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
11/16/13	The O&B Production of "Choose!!" A Staged Reading of the Newest Play by Playwright God's Boo.. When a church is held hostage, life and death are put before the congregation; each of whom must choose who they will serve. Joi… (Performance - Staged Reading) 703-584-2900.
11/29/13	Black Friday at the Workhouse Arts Center. Find your value when you shop from the Artists at the Workhouse. With approximately 100 artists in 65 studios and nine galleries… (Retail - Retail Event) 703-584-2900.
11/30/13	Master Percussionist Tom Teasley. Master percussionist Tom Teasley performs live on stage in a journey of World Music and innovative percussion techniques. (Nightlife - Live Music) 703-584-2900.
12/07/13	Cabaret Series: Home for the Holidays. Hop into the sleigh & enjoy the ride as with some of the most memorable songs from the holiday season! Featuring music from favo… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
12/08/13	Cool Cow Comedy Presents Jared Logan. Jared has appeared on John Oliver's New York Stand-up Show and TJ Miller's Mash-up. He was a delegate for Comedy Central's Indec… (Performance - Comedic) 703-584-2900.
12/13/13	One Night Stands. In concert, one night only, featuring solo cabaret performers Joanne Schmoll, Erin Driscoll Gardiner, and Pianist Jacob Kidder e… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
12/14/13	A Wintertime Sock Hop Performed by the Sixth Generation. Attention all Baby Boomers and Bobby Soxers! Award-winning rock-n-rollers, The Sixth Generation, perform live in the McGuireWoo… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
12/15/13 12/15/13	The North Pole Family Sing-A-Long. Join Santa and his friends for a spirited and interactive show for the whole family! Don't miss the Reindeer Games, as the resid… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party) 703-584-2900.
12/20/13 12/21/13	"Oh Holy Night", A Christmas Concert. A cadre of carolers perform some of the world's most beautiful music to celebrate the Christmas season, and honor the meaning fo… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
12/21/13	Ballroom Social Dance at the Workhouse Arts Center Featuring Waltz. Get on your dancing shoes and come out to an evening of social ballroom dancing. Bring a friend, a date or a group and enjoy a c… (Nightlife - Dance) 703-584-2900.
12/31/13 12/31/13	Cool Cow Comedy Presents: The New Years Eve Special!. Rahmien Mostafavi, Jon Mumma, and Danny Rouhier will take you toward midnight with side splitting comedy that is sure to be the… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party) 703-584-2900.
01/03/14 01/04/14	Welcome to the Speakeasy Live at the Workhouse Arts Center. Take one part Broadway add a dash of hot jazz, shake well & you've got the perfect musical martini, served up by a sizzling cast… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
01/08/14 02/05/14 03/05/14 More...	American Women: Women Begin the Search for Equal Rights. American Women, Women Begin the Search for Equal Rights (1848-1920), presented by Robyn Muncy, Ph.D., Associate Professor of His… (Community - Lecture) 703-584-2900.
01/18/14	Ballroom Dancing at the Workhouse Arts Center.. Get on your dancing shoes and come out to the Workhouse Arts Center for an evening of social ballroom dance led by one of our in… (Nightlife - Dance) 703-584-2900.
01/19/14	Cool Cow Comedy Presents: Ben Kronberg. Host and Comedian Rahmein Mostafavi leads the show and comedian Ben Kronberg takes the stage. (Performance - Comedic) 703-584-2900.
01/24/14 01/25/14 01/25/14	Unquiet Theatre Company Presents One-Act Festival. Unquiet Theatre Company's Presentation of A Pair of One-Act Plays. Pandemic and Voices in the Dark. (Performance - Theater) 703-584-2900.
01/25/14	Live in Concert: Bobby Jasinski Accompanied by Vocalist Lena Seikaly. Join the Workhouse Arts Center "jazz club" as native New Yorker Bobby Jasinski, accompanied by Vocalist Lena Seikaly, performs i… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
02/01/14 02/02/14	A Broadway Valentine. Performers explore the romantic section of the Broadway songbook with this early tribute to Valentine's Day. (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
02/08/14	Cool Cow Comedy Presents Comedian Alex Koll. Cool Cow Comedy presents Comedian Alex Koll! Host and Comedian Rahmein Mostafavi leads regular sold out shows, making Cool Cow a… (Performance - Comedic) 703-584-2900.
02/15/14	Ballroom Social Dance Featuring A Lesson In Swing.. Get on your dancing shoes for an evening of social ballroom dance. Bring a friend, a date or a group and enjoy a casual, fun nig… (Nightlife - Dance) 703-584-2900.
03/01/14	NEA's Read Across America Day Featuring Works by Dr. Seuss.. Friends and family of all ages are welcome to participate in free Guest Book Readings and other fun activities like making your… (Kids - Children's Activities) 703-584-2900.
03/01/14	Broadway's Leading Ladies Cabaret Live at the Workhouse Arts Center. Beginning with the earliest days of Broadway and light opera, all the way through today's biggest hits, we'll meet the ingenues,… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
03/01/14	Collectors Showcase 2014 Fundraiser and Exhibition at the Workhouse Arts Center. A fundraiser and exhibit, featuring the best in visual arts from all the Artists at the Workhouse. Attend this amazing event to… (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit) 703-584 2900.
03/05/14	American Women: Years of Hope, Turmoil and Anger (1960s and 70s). Jeffrey McClarken, Ph.D., Associate Professor of History, University of Mary Washington, will speak. During these decades deep c… (Community - Lecture) 703-584-2900.
03/21/14	Encore: Leading Ladies Cabaret live at the Workhouse Arts Center. In honor of Women's History Month, veteran cabaret performers Ron Curameng, Caren Hearne, Mary Payne and Karissa Swanigan-Upchur… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
03/22/14	Spotlight on VCA Artists: Word-Beat. Word-Beat combines the artistry of singer/actor Charles Williams and global-jazz percussionist Tom Teasley featuring the inspira… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
03/23/14	Deeds Nort Words: Alice Paul And The Fight For Women's Voting Rights. In this short, one-act play the story of suffragist Alice Paul is presented as a staged reading. The play is about Alice Paul &… (Performance - Staged Reading)
03/29/14 03/29/14	Cool Cow Comedy Presents Amir K. One of the fastest growing young comedians in Los Angeles, Amir K was born in Tehran, Iran and raised in Southern California- an… (Performance - Comedic) 703-584-2900.
04/02/14	American Women, Breaking the Glass Ceiling!. Maggie Selwood, an Associate with the Venable Law Firm will moderate a panel including Carly Fiorina, former CEO, Hewlett Packar… (Community - Panel Discussion / Forum) 703-584-2900.
04/05/14	Arts Camp Open House at the Workhouse Arts Center. View demonstrations by our instructors, participate in free hands-on arts activities like painting, drawing and Computer Game De… (Educational - Open House and Fairs) 703-584-2900.
04/05/14 04/06/14	It's a Comedy, Tonight!. comic cabaret vocalists will entertain with a spirited and laugh-filled cabaret with a silly-centric theme. Featuring a wide gam… (Performance) 703-584-2900.
04/25/14 04/26/14 05/02/14 More...	"The Fantasticks". A live presentation of the Fantasticks, the world's longest running musical - running for over 52 years in Manhattan and entranc… (Performance - Theater) 703-584-2900.
04/25/14	The Sixth Generation Live In Concert Featuring 1960s Sock Hop. Award-winning rock-n-rollers, The Sixth Generation, perform live in the McGuireWoods gallery with plenty of room to dance the ni… (Nightlife - Live Music) 703-584-2900.
05/02/14 05/03/14	Cabaret Series: Around the World in 80 Minutes Live On-Stage. The tuneful crew of vocalists will whisk you to destinations around the globe exploring the songs and characters inspired by peo… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
05/08/14	VMFA Lecture Series: Berthe Morisot and the Impressionist Image of Women. the VMFA lecture on Berthe Morisot presented by Jeffrey Allison, the Paul Mellon Collection Educator and Statewide Programs Coor… (Community - Lecture) 703-584 2900.
05/10/14 05/17/14 05/24/14 More...	The Princess and the Pea. The Prince cannot find a Princess that he truly loves, and so starts the unraveling retelling of a strange tradition, a dastardl… (Kids Theater) 703-584-2900.
05/25/14	The Sixth Generation, 1960's Sock Hop Performed Live. Attention all Baby Boomers and Bobby Soxers! Join The Sixth Generation for a special concert in 60's Dance Hall Style. Award-wi… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
06/06/14 06/07/14	Cabaret Series: One Night at the Moulin Rouge. Cabaret performers channel the essence of the City of Lights... after dark, that is! Vocalists celebrate the 'slightly-decadent'… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
06/06/14	Cool Cow Comedy presents Jared Logan and Kara Klenk. Host and comedian Rahmein Mostafavi presents comedy headliner Jared Logan along with Kara Klenk live on-stage! Due to material,… (Performance - Comedic) 703-584-2900.
06/13/14 06/14/14 06/20/14	Unquiet Theatre Presents: Some Girl(s) by Neil LaBute. Your career as a writer is blossoming, your beautiful, young fianc�e is waiting to get married and rush off to Canc�n by your si… (Performance - Theater) 703-584-2900.
06/14/14	Mount Vernon Nights featuring Alt Washingtonia Bavarian Band. A live performance by Alt Washingtonia Bavarian Band. Alt Washingtonia performs traditional Alpine dances from Germany and Austr… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
06/14/14	"Once Upon a Time" Costume Ball Fundraiser. The evening includes music, social dancing, unique silent auction opportunities, food, laughter and special live performances by… (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit) 703-584-2900.
06/21/14	Mount Vernon Nights presents Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra Live In Concert. The new Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra is a 17-piece big band founded by baritone saxophonist Brad Linde and co-directed by Lin… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
06/27/14 06/28/14 06/28/14	Cool Cow Comedy Presents Comedian Ryan Conner. Host and comedian Rahmein Mostafavi presents the headliner Ryan Conner. (Performance - Comedic) 703-584-2900.
06/28/14	Mount Vernon Nights presents Rhodes Tavern Troubadours. Performing live. (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
07/05/14	3rd Annual Independence Day Concert and Fireworks at the Workhouse Arts Center. Bring your family and friends to the Workhouse for a day of fun, food, free live music and of course a spectacular fireworks sho… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party) 703-584-2900.
07/12/14	6th Annual Workhouse Arts Center Ceramics Ice Cream Social Fundraiser. The event involves the sale of hand-made ice cream bowls created by our students, ceramic artists and instructors. Also featurin… (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit) 703-584-2900.
07/12/14	Cabaret Series: British Music Hall. Laughter and songs (both vintage and modern) will fill the air in an homage to the famously unique brand of entertainment known… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
07/12/14 08/16/14	Free Fine Art Photography Lecture and Demonstration. The seminar will be a short journey into the essence of Fine Art Photography with room for discussion, illustrated with examples… (Business - Seminar) 703-584-2900.
07/19/14	Clifton Film Festival at the Workhouse Arts Center. Come watch cool original films and support the filmmakers at the festival! There will be a variety of films including independen… (Festivals - Film Festival) 703-584-2900.
07/26/14	Mount Vernon Nights Featuring Alexandria Kleztet. The Alexandria Kleztet has been combining traditional Eastern European/Jewish music with diverse influences for more than a deca… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
08/02/14 08/03/14	Cabaret Series: Dueling Dives! Live On-Stage. Dueling Divas will perform songs made famous by the Broadway Stars of yesterday and today, with a good dose of laughter, too. Du… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
08/02/14	Mount Vernon Nights Presents Town Mountain Live Bluegrass Concert. The sound of the award-winning group Town Mountain can best be described as traditional bluegrass, albeit with a rough-hewn side… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
08/15/14 08/16/14 08/16/14 More...	Metropolitan Performing Arts Theatre Presentation of Legally Blonde - The Musical. Based on the 2001 novel by Amanda Brown and the hit film, this Broadway musical follows the story of Elle Woods, as she goes on… (Performance - Musical) 703-584-2900.
08/16/14	Mount Vernon Nights Presents IONA Live In Concert. IONA's trademark is a high-energy, pan-Celtic weave of the traditional music of Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Cornwall (England), Br… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
08/23/14	Mount Vernon Nights Featuring The United States Air Force Singing Sergeants. The Singing Sergeants, the official chorus of the United States Air Force, is one of the world's most versatile and traveled cho… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
08/23/14	Welcome to the Workhouse Party at the Workhouse Arts Center. Come and enjoy a cash bar, live entertainment and get a taste of all that the Workhouse has to offer. Chef Kathleen will be doin… (Nightlife - Parties) 703-584-2900.
09/06/14 09/07/14	Cabaret Series: Hot, Hot, Hot!. Temperatures rise as the trio of "sultry sirens of song" take over the stage in a "slightly-naughty night" of music and laughter… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
09/06/14 09/13/14 09/14/14 More...	Children's Theater "Alice in Wonderland". An original musical adaptation inspired by the classic Lewis Carroll stories. Poor Alice has found herself lost in strange land… (Kids Theater) 703-584-2900.
09/06/14	Workhouse Arts Center Education Open House. The Workhouse Arts Center cordially invites one and all to the Annual Education Open House where you can explore what a creative… (Educational - Open House and Fairs) 703-584-2900.
09/06/14	Lecture on Insurance for Artists: Simple Ways to Insure Your Artwork.. The Workhouse Arts Center will be hosting Jamie B. Gregory, Underwriter for the Fine Art and Museums Markel Insurance Company, t… (Community - Lecture) 703-584-2900.
09/12/14 09/13/14 09/19/14 More...	Pandemonium Theatrical Productions Presents "Edgar Allan Poe". Take a dark, mysterious, musical journey into the heart and soul of Edgar Allan Poe, America's first truly visionary poet. This… (Performance - Musical) 703-584-2900.
09/18/14	VMFA Lecture Series: Buddhist Art and Pilgrimage. Explore Buddhist art and architecture in the context of pilgrimage of South Asia, including the Mahabodhi Temple in Bodh Gaya, t… (Community - Lecture) 703-584-2900.
09/20/14	The Beads of Courage Bead Challenge at the Workhouse Arts Center. You are invited to learn more about the mission of Beads of Courage and the beautiful work of the artists that help make healing… (Arts - Art Exhibit) 703-584-2900.
10/04/14 10/05/14	Cabaret Series: Macabre!. This month the Workhouse Cabaret welcomes a talented cadre of voices to tackle some of the infamy with a good dose of laughter!… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
10/10/14 10/11/14 10/12/14	"Earth and Fire" Ceramics Symposium. In Southeast Asia, ceramics has always played an important role in the functions of daily life. The Symposium will involve lectu… (Educational - Workshop) 703-584-2900.
10/16/14	VMFA Lecture Series: A Succession of Masks - Batman and the Sexual Revolution. This presentation parallels Batman & Robin's plight against the backdrop of gay rights (The Lavender Scare) & women's lib, from… (Community - Lecture) 703-584-2900.
10/17/14 10/18/14 10/24/14 More...	Rocky Horror Picture Show Live. Innocent Brad and Janet find themselves seeking shelter at a mysterious old castle on a dark and stormy night, where they encoun… (Performance - Musical) 703-584-2900.
10/19/14	Triple Screening of Universal Pictures' Original Monsters of Film. The day starts with Frankenstein (1931, dir. James Whale, 70 min) starring Boris Karloff, followed by The Mummy (1932, dir. Kar… (Festivals - Film Festival) 703-584-2900.
10/23/14	National Broadway Chorus Presents: Rise Up Singing!. A performance that will feature the critically acclaimed National Broadway Chorus singing many types of music from gospel songs… (Arts - Concerts) 703-584-2900.
10/24/14 10/25/14 10/29/14 More...	Haunted Trail at the Workhouse Arts Center. One by one, citizens are succumbing to an unidentified infection that mutates them into empty drones with a single purpose: to c… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party) 703-584-2900.
10/24/14 10/24/14 10/25/14 More...	Haunted Trail - Family Tours at the Workhouse Arts Center. Walk the Haunted Trail before dark with a guide narrating the story of the Horde as appropriate to young people. No scare actors… (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party) 703-584-2900.
11/08/14	Cabaret Series: Heroes Cabaret!. Featuring the music of heroes and anti-heroes alike we celebrate the valiant, the flawed, the strong, and the vulnerable charact… (Performance - Cabaret) 703-584-2900.
06/21/14 07/19/14 08/16/14 More...	Ballroom Dancing with a Mini-Lesson at the Workhouse Arts Center. Start your evening by learning some new moves with a half hour lesson! Then take your new moves to the dance floor when open dan… (Nightlife - Parties) 703-584-2900.
06/21/14 07/19/14 08/16/14 More...	Chef's Table Cooking Classes with Chef Kathleen Linton. Chef's Table classes are great way to learn some basic cooking techniques while enjoying your company and making new friends. Th… (Community - Cooking Class) 703-584-2900.

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