“Pints and palettes will collide next month at the Workhouse Arts Center’s annual BrewWorks beer and arts festival in Lorton.”

“I found the production both moving and hopeful. The idea that an audience can listen, learn, and contribute to something often not discussed is revolutionary. ”

“Workhouse Arts Center’s production of Duncan Macmillan and Jonny Donahoe’s “Every Brilliant Thing” was not at all what I was expecting—it was so much more.”

“One of the great things about a show like Every Brilliant Thing is that it forces the audience to open their eyes wider and with more focus than most of us are naturally oriented with the natural stresses of daily life.”

“Members of the public are invited to be “immersed” in soft sound vibrations for 60 minutes in a sound bath hosted at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, Virginia. “

“The Lucy Burns Museum at the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton is also a great stop - it was once a part of the DC Correctional Facility. The museum explores the story of the suffragists who were imprisoned here in 1917 for picketing the White House for women’s right to vote, as well as an overall look at the 91 years of prison history at the site.”

“Every Brilliant Thing,” based on the book by Duncan Macmillan with Johnny Donahoe, is an interactive solo performance that explores the resilience of the human spirit and the capacity to find joy in all the little things. “

“Gadson, a Chesapeake native…was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant of Field Artillery in 1989…On May 7, 2007, while serving as commander of the 2nd Battalion, 32nd Field Artillery in Baghdad, Gadson suffered from the improvised explosive device attack that cost him his legs and normal use of his right arm and hand. Despite the injury, Gadson remained on active duty in the Army and continued to inspire others with his message of determination, courage, perseverance and teamwork.”

“The Helen Hayes Awards, the Washington-area theater community’s equivalent of the Tony Awards, has nominated the Workhouse Arts Center’s 2023 production of Urinetown for five Helen Hayes Awards.”

“In January, Workhouse Arts Center tweaked its popular Second Saturday Arts Walk program to showcase the breadth of daily activities that can be found on campus. Each walk includes a mix of presentations and hands-on workshops that are fun for everyone.”

The Helen Hayes Awards, the Washington-area theater community's equivalent of the Tony Awards, has nominated the Workhouse Arts Center’s 2023 production of Urinetown for five Helen Hayes Awards. Theatre Washington announced the nominations for the 40th Helen Hayes Awards at a celebration held on Monday, January 22 at the ATLAS Performing Arts Center.

“The Workhouse Arts Center combines studio space for artists, galleries, and more. ”

“You’ve probably never seen glass creations like this. The annual juried exhibit is full of technical and beautiful pieces, including the best in show “Cherry Pie,” or “Hail, Hail.” ”

“The Who’s Tommy perseveres as a rock opera because these are themes that had not been featured in musical theater…Yet his music and lyrics are a moving tribute to others who have endured pain like him, and realize the greatness within themselves. And it is an awesome rock concert.”

“At the Workhouse, there’s more music than anything, and it carries the story through the ups and downs of Tommy’s life.”

“The Workhouse Arts Center has a full schedule of holiday events planned this season, including theater performances, comedy shows, a winter celebration and an ornament-making workshop.”

“It takes a certain amount of skill and finesse to put on a production of “A Christmas Carol,” with only one person. John Hardy has been doing this for the past 12 years and is taking his play to the stage at the Workhouse Art Center this holiday season.” Mike Salmon

“On Small Business Saturday, Workhouse Arts Center is offering a 20 percent discount on all pieces at gift shops, galleries, and artist studios. There will be art in plenty of different media, from pottery to jewelry to canvas paintings. This is a great opportunity to finish up your holiday shopping and support local artists.” Rachel Schlueter

“Audrey Miller, a 2016 graduate from what is now the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design, uses the diverse skills gained through experiential learning opportunities and courses in the School of Visual Arts to curate art spaces for the Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, Virginia.” Lindsey Byars

The Workhouse Arts Center in Lorton, Virginia, is hosting a gala to celebrate a 15-year retrospective on how the organization transformed a former prison into a thriving arts community. This evening-gown-friendly event on Nov. 18 will include art activations, chats with artists, live performances and dancing.