George Mason University's Center for the Arts

“Here is bravura dancing at its greatest,” raves The New York Times about this renowned folk ensemble that is known for its masterful dance prowess, infectious enthusiasm, and vibrantly colored costumes. Founded in 1937 by Pavlo Virsky and Mykola Bolotov, the Virsky Ukrainian National Dance Company has toured around the world, celebrating the passion and beauty of its native Ukraine—the wisdom of its people and their folk traditions—with humor and optimism. These professionally trained artists from Kiev perform spirited dances reflecting the geographic and cultural diversity of Ukraine. The male Cossack warriors demonstrate their awe-inspiring acrobatic skills and impressive swordplay, while female dancers in exquisite finery glide gracefully across the stage. This incredible company leaves audiences spellbound!

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Due to Artist request, the Pre-Performance Discussion for Sunday's performance of Circo Aereo has been shifted to a Post-Performance Discussion with the artists and will take place inside the Concert Hall immediately following the performance. All ticket holding patrons are welcome and encouraged to attend. We apologize for any inconvenience.

“A sparkling tribute to the circus.” (Le Figaro) This enchanting “theater without words” from Finland is widely recognized throughout Europe as a pioneer of the New Circus, and makes its American debut this season. Smart, imaginative, and inventive, Circo Aereo mixes time-honored circus arts, such as juggling and aerial work, with innovative cabaret theater, masterful movement, and charming humor. The company’s latest and most famous work, Espresso, has mesmerized audiences and critics alike with its combination of traditional and contemporary circus arts with sidewalk performance. Finnish newspaper Helsingin Sanomat called the work “a treasure chest filled with beautiful sights, meticulous efforts and inventive surprises.”

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Contemporary and Classical Chinese Art Performance Held at the Center for the Arts.

“ArtBeijing 2009” represents the new productivity power of Chinese contemporary and classical Art, the visionary artistic viewpoints of Asia and the unique context of Chinese heritage.  Two top performance companies, Beijing Dance Drama Opera and China National Acrobatic Troupe will present their best shows. Join us to experience the new arts and future inspiration. The show is cosponsored by the Confucius Institute at George Mason, Washington-Beijing Cultural Exchange Association, Mu Ping Dance Performance Art Troupe, Association of Chinese Students and Scholars, Association of Chinese American Professors at George Mason University.