Hylton Center

The Hylton Performing Arts Center’s Anniversary Gala serves not only as a night for artistic celebration, but also a night to commemorate the contributions of our devoted community.

We’re finalizing a spectacular 2026–27 season at the Hylton Performing Arts Center and full details drop at the Season Announcement Event on April 14! Want early access to the lineup and the best seats?

One of the Hylton Center’s founding spirits (donor, board member, advocate) is Mike Vanderpool.

From the grand concert halls of Spain to our state-of-the-art Merchant Hall, internationally renowned guitarist Pablo Sainz-Villegas and his trio of fellow musicians (2/28) perform a stunning program spanning evocative and romantic works while blending iconic repertoire with personal stories from life in Spain.

When stepping into the lobby of the Hylton Center, one of the first things you may notice before the lights dim or the doors open, is a warm welcome from our Friends of the Hylton Center at the membership table.

The leadership of our Executive Board is a vital asset to the success of the Hylton Center. Their guidance and strategic insight strengthen the Hylton’s mission and help the organization thrive. We are excited to introduce the Chair of the Hylton Performing Arts Center Executive Board, Joyce Connery...

Each year, Veterans and the Arts Initiative workshops are taught by an expert group of instructors.

Attention musical theater lovers of all ages! Don’t miss the talented vocalists in George Mason University’s School of Theater as they sing the beloved music of acclaimed composer William Finn in Mason Cabaret–Heart and Music: The Songs of William Finn (2/6).

Northern Ireland company Cahoots NI has been creating distinctive and daring theatrical experiences for young audiences for nearly 25 years.

Circus entertainment has a rich American history, with the first known modern circus created by John Bill Ricketts in Philadelphia in 1793.