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ARTfactory For more info about the ARTfactory please visit - VirginiaARTfactory.org We are also home to the Caton Merchant Family Art Gallery.
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The mission of the ARTfactory is to enrich the quality of life among all the populations in our area through the arts, including arts education and visual and performing arts. The ARTfactory is home to ARTfactory Actors Theatre (professional theatre company), ARTfactory's Pied Piper Theatre (youth theatre company), and Past Time Players (55+ theatre company). Our programming includes youth and adult classes and youth camps in both visual and performing arts. We also provide community outreach programs such as our ARTful Wellness Series. Founded in 1984 by a group of artists and art lovers, we aim to enrich the quality of life in the Northern Virginia suburbs through arts performance and education. A theater, an art gallery and classrooms are located in the historic Candy Factory building in Old Town Manassas, at 9419 Battle Street.

10/22/2026

Can you find the cure? Factory of Fear: Outbreak returns TONIGHT at 7PM and continues through this Saturday! Get tickets now at https://hubs.li/Q04C4Qx70

Meet the cast of Disney's Frozen, presented by Actors Theatre at the ARTfactory. Performances will be held at Hylton Per...
10/22/2026

Meet the cast of Disney's Frozen, presented by Actors Theatre at the ARTfactory. Performances will be held at Hylton Performing Arts Center November 20-29. See our website for details.

Get tickets online at https://hubs.li/Q04BV9Dc0 Please purchase tickets directly from ARTfactory or Hylton Performing Art Center only. We cannot guarantee the legitimacy of any other ticketing site.

Please note: The November 28th 10AM showtime will be an understudy performance.

Disney’s Frozen is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

What does it mean to inherit a culture—and shape an identity of your own?In this featured work from "3rd Culture: Unseen...
10/20/2026

What does it mean to inherit a culture—and shape an identity of your own?

In this featured work from "3rd Culture: Unseen Threads", artist Kwaku Ofori-Yirenkyi (ABSKU) explores the relationship between inheritance, identity, and possibility through a figure that resists a single definition. The work invites viewers to see themselves in the figure, whether through personal connection, family, or shared experience, while leaving space for each person to bring their own story.

As Kwaku explains:

“This figure is intentionally without a single identity. I see myself in him, I see my son, but I also want other Black boys and men to recognize themselves. Surrounded by blue—a color of hope—he represents the responsibility and possibility of carrying forward what we inherit while still becoming something of our own.”

See this work—and experience the full collection—in person at the opening on November 7. ✨

“3rd Culture: Unseen Threads” A Solo Exhibition by Kwaku Ofori-Yirenkyi (ABSKU)
🗓️ On View: November 7–December 6, 2026
🥂 Opening Reception: Saturday, November 7 | 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 ARTfactory | 9419 Battle St, Manassas, VA 20110
🎨 Exhibition programming sponsored by Micron

One Building. Four Floors. Zero Chance of Escape.Only three more nights of Factory of Fear: OUTBREAK October 22-24. Four...
10/20/2026

One Building. Four Floors. Zero Chance of Escape.

Only three more nights of Factory of Fear: OUTBREAK October 22-24. Four floors. One building. Zero chance of escape. Get tickets online at https://hubs.li/Q04BMMN40

10/19/2026

Magic is in the air and tickets are on sale now!

Disney’s Frozen the Broadway Musical brings the beloved animated film to the stage in a breathtaking theatrical event filled with heart, humor, and unforgettable music. When the newly crowned Queen Elsa accidentally unleashes a winter that threatens to trap her kingdom in eternal ice, her fearless sister Anna sets off on a daring journey to find her and save Arendelle. Along the way, Anna teams up with rugged ice harvester Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven, and the ever-optimistic snowman Olaf in an adventure that tests the meaning of love, loyalty, and sacrifice.

Featuring dazzling costumes, spectacular scenic effects, and expanded storytelling created especially for the stage, Frozen goes beyond the film to deepen the bond between the sisters at its core. The musical includes beloved songs such as “Let It Go,” “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” and “For the First Time in Forever,” alongside thrilling new numbers written exclusively for Broadway. A powerful tale of self-acceptance and the unbreakable strength of family, Frozen the Broadway Musical is a magical, uplifting experience for audiences of all ages.

November 20-29 at Hylton Performing Arts Center. Get tickets online at https://hubs.li/Q04zX-VY0

Disney’s Frozen is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI). All authorized performance materials are also supplied by MTI.

Join us on November 14 as we race to benefit ARTfactory's mission of enriching our community through the arts!The ARTfac...
10/19/2026

Join us on November 14 as we race to benefit ARTfactory's mission of enriching our community through the arts!

The ARTfactory 5K: A Frozen Experience is a fun-filled winter-themed race that brings the community together in support of ARTfactory's mission to inspire creativity, arts education, and cultural engagement throughout the region. Participants of all ages are invited to run, walk, or jog through a festive course featuring icy surprises, frosty-themed decorations, and plenty of family-friendly entertainment. We invite you to dress up as your favorite characters and participate in our costume contest!

What makes this event unique is its combination of fitness, community spirit, and the arts, creating a one-of-a-kind experience that celebrates both healthy living and creative expression. Whether you're chasing a personal best or enjoying the fun atmosphere, the ARTfactory 5K offers an unforgettable frozen adventure for a great cause.

All finishers will receive a custom finisher's medal! Register online at https://hubs.li/Q04zNMkY0

🎨 CALL FOR ENTRIES! 🎨Calling all high school artists in Manassas, Manassas Park & Prince William County! The ARTfactory ...
10/18/2026

🎨 CALL FOR ENTRIES! 🎨

Calling all high school artists in Manassas, Manassas Park & Prince William County!

The ARTfactory is excited to announce the 23rd Annual “Off the Wall” High School Art Exhibit & Competition!

Students in grades 9–12 are invited to showcase their creativity and compete for awards in:

🎨 Art & Technology
🖌️ Painting/Drawing
✍️ Poetry
👗 Wearable Art
📸 Photography

Students may submit work to more than one category, with each category judged by a professional in the field.

📅 Submission Deadline: Sunday, November 15 at midnight
📣 Acceptance Notices: Tuesday, November 17
🖼️ Exhibit: December 18, 2026–January 17, 2027
🏆 Awards Ceremony: Saturday, January 9, 2–4 PM
❄️ Snow Date: January 16
📍 ARTfactory, 9419 Battle http://St., Manassas, VA 20110

Ready to enter? Submit your work through JotForm by the deadline!
Visit https://hubs.li/Q04zmDqm0 for the submission link and more info.

Tag a high school artist who needs to see this! 🎨✨

10/17/2026

You just survived the OUTBREAK! What did you think?

Guests are loving Factory of Fear: Outbreak! Tickets still available for tonight and all next weekend! Get them online or at the door https://hubs.li/Q04BtzLN0

Factory of Fear: OUTBREAK October 15-17 & 22-24 only at ARTfactory. Four floors. One building. Zero chance of escape.

10/16/2026

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10/15/2026

The Virus Spreads TONIGHT!

Factory of Fear: Outbreak October 15-17 & 22-24. Get tickets online at https://hubs.li/Q04BlnRl0.

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9419 Battle Street
Manassas, VA
20110

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Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

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