Name: Virginia National Ballet Spring Recital
Start: 2026-05-30T15:00:00
Location: Hylton Performing Arts Center

Prepare yourself for a captivating immersion into the world of ballet and dance presented by the Virginia National Ballet at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in 2026. The season kicks off with the enchanting 'Swan Lake,' followed by the dynamic 'Life in the Fast Lane,' showcasing The Eagles' greatest hits and more. The spring closes with the Virginia National Ballet Spring Recital, featuring diverse performances from students across multiple dance genres. Each event promises a unique artistic journey, blending classical traditions with contemporary flair.

Experience the Artistic Brilliance of Virginia National Ballet's 2026 Performances

Virginia National Ballet

Hylton Performing Arts Center

Taking the baton from his legendary late father, accordionist Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. has shared the stage with Eric Clapton, Paul Simon, Willie Nelson, Mavis Staples, and more! He is a three-time Grammy Award winner—with his latest win in 2024 for “Best Regional Roots Music Album”—an Emmy Award winner, and five-time Grammy Award nominee. Experience authentic Zydeco music in this blend of Creole music with origins from Southwest Louisiana that showcases the flavors of blues, R&B, and funk.

Buckwheat Zydeco, Jr. and the Ils Sont Partis Band

Manassas Ballet Theatre (MBT) concludes its season with the vibrant and whimsical classic Don Quixote. Set to Ludwig Minkus’s lively score, and performed live by the Manassas Ballet Theatre Orchestra, the ballet follows the adventures of the charmingly delusional Don Quixote and his loyal squire, Sancho Panza. Featuring a dazzling cast of MBT’s talented dancers, this production is filled with romance, humor, and breathtaking choreography—a triumphant finale to MBT’s season!

Don Quixote

Joined by the fifty voices of the Greater Manassas Children's Choir, the Chorale singers share an evening of high-energy songs that celebrate singing and their love of performing. From toe-tapping songs to soaring melodies, this grand evening concludes the Chorale’s 32nd season!

Lights, Camera, Music!

Virginia National Ballet students perform in the annual Spring Recital with dances in ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, hip hop, acro, and musical theatre, as well as solo vocal and piano performances. An awards ceremony concludes the performance.

Virginia National Ballet Spring Recital

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