Join us for a workshop that will delve into capturing character in pet portraits, with a focus on the eyes as the windows to the soul.

Artist Valerie Larson will introduce two helpful methods of transferring a photo image to watercolor paper. These methods will allow you to easily achieve correct proportions and have more fun with the portrait-painting process! Students can bring a favorite close-up pet photo to work from or follow along with the photo provided.

Brushes and paper will be provided via the supply fee. You will need to bring your own watercolor paints!

Ages 18+

Wednesday, September 30th

1-3:30 pm

Registration Fee: $47.50

Supply Fee: $10.50

2026 is the year to focus on yourself, and there is no better way than through some art therapy!

Students will doodle and color on different papers, and the cut them up and make a "quilt". You can open your mind by trading papers with other students, and creating a mesh of ideas and inspiration that will revive your spirit.

All materials will be provided, including paper, drawing materials, paints, scissors, and quilting patterns. 

Ages 15+ (Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult)

Saturday, October 3rd

1-4 pm

Registration fee: Free!

This free wellness workshop is brought to you in partnership with UVA Health.

Join us for Pied Piper Theatre's 2026 Holiday Intensive - The Day Before Christmas

The Day Before Christmas is a 60‑minute holiday musical written by Ken Jones (story/book), with Jamey Strawn on music and Christine Jones on lyrics Heuer Publishing+1. It is designed as a comedy‑themed Christmas musical suitable for both children and adults, blending festive cheer with lighthearted chaos.

The show takes place at the North Pole just before Christmas Day. Santa, Mrs. Claus, the elves, reindeer, forest animals, and even the toys themselves are busy preparing for the biggest night of the year. The team works hard to get the sleigh ready and deliver gifts worldwide — but their plans are disrupted when Jack Frost decides to stop the festivities with a bit of comical chaos and calamity.

(Ages 8 - 16)

Rehearsals will be Tuesdays and Thursdays at Metz Middle School from 6:30-8 pm beginning October 6 and ending at Metz on December 10.  We will be off for Thanksgiving.  

Tuesday and Thursday, December 1 and 3 rehearsals will be at the ARTfactory.

Tech week will begin on Monday, December 7 and continue through Tuesday, December 8, Wednesday, December 9 and Thursday, December 10.

There will be four ticketed performances on December 11 at 7, December 12 at 10 am and 2 pm and December 13 at 2 pm

Class members will receive two complimentary tickets to be used on the performance of their choice.

Instructors: Melanie Terrazas, Director; Savannah Lagana, Music Director and Julianna Gedney, Assistant Director and Stage Manager

Tuition:  $400 ($340 for members)

Join us for a four-week course exploring flora and fauna from around the world through watercolor paints! 

Artist Mike Flynn will guide students through the tips and techniques that will help their paintings come to life. Every class will focus on a different subject, provided by the instructor.

Please note that aside from watercolor paper supplies will not be provided for this class! A list of recommended supplies can be found here. 

The first three sessions of this class will meet at the City of Manassas Community Center!!

Ages 15+

Thursdays 10:30 am - 1 pm

October 8-29

Registration Fee: $190     Supply Fee: $5

Come learn to paint using acrylic paints, with the fall landscape as your subject!

Students will paint two different paintings, and with each one you will learn how to mix colors. You will also get a better understanding of how to see values, colors and textures within the landscape.

Please note that aside from a canvas, no supplies will be provided. A list of suggested supplies can be found here. 

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE FIRST THREE CLASSES WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE CITY OF MANASSAS COMMUNITY CENTER. 

Ages 15+

Tuesdays 6:30-8:30 pm

October 6 - November 4

Registration Fee: $190         Canvas Fee: $5

Join artist Michele Frantz for a 5 lesson session in acrylic painting! 

Versatile and forgiving, acrylic paints may be manipulated with a wide array of techniques, applied to many different surfaces, and modified with various additives.

Students new to acrylics will learn introductory basics; experienced students will improve their skills and explore new directions.

Class is offered throughout the year with a different approach presented in each session.

Click here for a list of supplies. Canvases and boards will be provided by the instructor.

Please note that the first class will be held at the City of Manassas Community Center.

Ages 15+

Tuesdays 10:30-12:30

October 20-November 17

Tuition: $190                    Canvas Fee: $5

The crucial role of composition in art is to establish balance and harmony in one’s artwork, while at the same time effectively using contrast to provide interest.

In these classes, students will explore a variety of compositional formats, such as triangles and spirals, and learn how to use visual elements such as line, color, texture and space to make these formats work.Some previous experience with your chosen media is recommended, since the emphasis will be on design rather than technique.

The instructor will supply reference photos, but students are also welcome to bring their own. Students may work in any media; no supplies provided.

Please note that the first class will take place at the ______!!

Ages 15+

Thursdays 4-5:30 pm

October 22 - November 12

Registration Fee: $114

Join artist Michele Frantz for an evening class in acrylic painting.  Quick drying, vibrant, and versatile, acrylics may be applied to a wide variety of surfaces and altered with different additives. 

Students new to acrylics will learn introductory basics; experienced students will improve their skills and explore new directions.

Supplies will not be provided - please check the supplies list here for everything you need! 

Please note that the first class will take place at the City of Manassas Community Center!!

Ages 15+

Thursdays 6-7:30 pm

October 22 - November 12

Tuition: $114