About the Onyx Project
Our Mission and Initiatives
The Onyx Project exists to support and develop artistic presentations focused on diversity, inclusivity, and the intersectionality of performing, visual, literary, and culinary arts in the greater Prince William County, Virginia region.
Since its launch in 2023, The Onyx Project has supported the Prince William County NAACP ACT-SO Instrumental Performance Competition, presented a Summer Session for young musicians at the Hylton Performing Arts Center, and shared music and stories (and an instrument petting zoo) at various libraries in Prince William County and Manassas, Virginia. Coming Soon: The Onyx Project's flagship ensemble, The Onyx Philharmonic, will perform as part of an event featuring music, food, wine, and visual arts.
About the Onyx Project
Onyx Philharmonic
At The Onyx Project, we believe in the power of the arts to transform lives - and we believe in removing obstacles to that power. Our flagship ensemble, Onyx Philharmonic, includes musicians from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. Inspired and inspiring, Onyx Philharmonic presents arts events that cross genres and defy expectations. Interested in auditioning or proposing a collaboration? Contact us at onyxprojectsb@gmail.com.
Onyx Youth Orchestras
Formerly knows as "Youth Orchestras of Prince William," Onyx Youth Orchestras provides large and small ensemble opportunities for young instrumentalists. Stay "tuned" for application instructions for musicians age three to nineteen!
Inclusivity as a Path to Creativity
The Onyx Project subscribes to the notion that inclusivity is a path to creativity. By pursuing diversity with intentionality, The Onyx Project hopes to instill in artists and audience an appreciation for the complexities of this world, promote tolerance, challenge stereotypes, and empower marginalized communities. The art that results from diversity is impactful ... and maybe even a little magical.
Onyx Project library summer series
About Onyx Project
Over the next two months Onyx Project representatives, alongside our friends at Day Violins, will visit eight libraries in Prince William County and Manassas, bringing music, stories, and an instrument petting zoo. Each session is open to the public, but space is extremely limited; in previous years, sessions have hit capacity and the librarians have had to turn people away. We don't know about you, but we make it a point to NEVER upset a librarian!
The Schedule
Here's the full list of the Summer Library Series Sessions, each at 10:30 AM:
July 8 - Potomac Library
July 17 - Montclair Library
July 24 - Bull Run Library
July 25 - Central Library
July 30 - Lake Ridge Library
August 1 - Nokesville Library
August 5 - Chinn Park Library
August 8 - Haymarket/Gainesville Library
Support Our Cause
As a charitable nonprofit, The Onyx Project's success is directly tied to the support of the community. We do what we do for you and because of you.