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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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