George Mason University’s Center for the Arts

GMU Center for the Arts put on a aids awareness fashion show that my daughter modeled in. It was very organized and well put together. I had a great time, and really enjoyed all of the spoken word, the dance routines, and especially the fashion show. we picked up our tickets at will call and were escorted to the vip section so I was super happy to sit front row and center to see my daughter model in the show. After the show there was a vip reception with food, I didnt go, but was told it was also nice. The only thing I think needed improvement was the fact that you couldnt use your video camera to record it. They should know parents want to record their kids in the show. They should have either provided a copy to purchase or allow cideo cameras!

GMU Center for the Arts does it right, I have been taking an oil painting class here for 8 weeks and I just love the set-​up. All the classrooms are large with plenty of room to spread out, messy (it’s art) but solid easels and equipment. I adore that the studio spaces have great lighting with an option to open windows near the ceiling to get that natural light too. When you roam the halls, all the college art students have their work lining the walls like an art show. It’s really neat to see what the students are doing in comparison to what our class is doing through Potomac Arts.
The closest parking lot is Lot A, so you have to go over a walking bridge, across the street, and up a hill to get to the building but remember this is really a campus building.
I highly recommend taking the intro to oil painting class if you have the slightest interest, its a great way to start and amazing to see the hidden talent that sparkles through when everyone thinks they have none. Nathan Loda is an accomplished artist and the teacher, his patience and encouragement was pivotal in assuring the class was a success! Do it!

I love the Center for the Arts! Visited recently to see Momix, an illusionist dance troupe. There never seems to be a bad seat in the house, since the venue is not that large. It is half the size (or less) of the Patriot Center, which is next door. Even if you are upstairs in the loge area, all the way over to the side, you will be able to see everything.
The location is used for cultural events, concerts, poetry readings, dance troupes, ballet performances, as well as student performances for George Mason Visual Arts and Performing students. It is well kept, clean, and beautiful. The red velvet seats are soft and comfortable, no squeezing next to your neighbor here! Seats are gradated enough so that you won’t have heads in front of you blocking your vision. Acoustics are also good here. I’ve never had a problem hearing what is said and music sounds great.
Parking is free if you go to Lot K, an open lot on campus and a short walk from the center. There is also an attached Parking Garage that charges a fee, but is attached to the center for easy access.
The Center for the Arts usually has a very good variety of performances each year, something for everyone, and you can purchase a series or become a member for further discounts. Prices aren’t bad — we spent $ 40 per ticket for the Momix performance, which reminded me of a mini Cirque du Soleil. Love coming here when I can!

Very nice and small place to enjoy a concert evening. I had the pleasure of watching the Fairfax Symphonic Orchestra here for a Beethoven night and really have no complaints. Friendly staff, clean restrooms, clean venue, comfortable seating and great stage view, even from the furthest seats. Would not mind returning for another FSO night.