The Arts
The Alexandria Symphony Orchestra, otherwise known as “The Sound of the City”, is the oldest professional orchestra in Northern Virginia. The Alexandria Symphony Orchestra has a full concert series with many exciting programs for an affordably family concert price. Under the leadership of maestro Kim Allen Kluge, the Alexandria Symphony Orchestra is a wonderful addition to the Alexandria community.
The Prince Royal Gallery is located on the corner of Prince and Royal Street in Old Town Alexandria. It was originally the Concordia Hotel, built in 1880, but is now an impressionistic art gallery featuring works from both emerging and established artists from around the world. Paintings on display here range from landscapes and urban scenes to florals and statutes.
The Alexandria Ballet Company is supported by the Northern Virginia Fine Arts Association (NVFAA) and makes their home in the Greek Revival-style Athenaeum. The ballet has over 20 professional dancers and numerous children and students who come together and perform seasonal productions of “The Nutcracker” and “The Easter Bunny is Late.”
The Alexandria Choral Society is a choral sized choir that performs the music of both local and national American composers. The ACS has about 50 singing members in both its adult and children’s choir who work together to present the highest level of musical quality in their performances.
The Tapestry Theater Company is a community based theater group that performs quality plays in the Northern Virginia area. Tapestry Theater Company was created in 1995 with the intention of “keeping the Classics alive” and giving new playwrights the chance to see their works performed on stage.
The Torpedo Factory Art Center is right on the docks of the Potomac River and was a torpedo factory during World War I. It has been renovated and is now one of the most successful visual art centers in the country. It features 84 studios where you can visit artists and watch them work, five galleries, two workshops, The Art League School, and the Alexandria Archaeology Museum.