Lights Up!
The Genworth Lights Up! Youth Series is back, and this year, it’s a full playthrough.
From September through May, the series levels up across community centers and schools throughout the region, bringing free visual and performing arts workshops to young creatives ages 3–18 at every stop. Five levels, five communities, one epic season, culminating in a Final Boss finale at Dominion Energy Center.
Every level is shaped by the community hosting it. Workshops and performances are chosen with input from local partners, hosts, and artists to reflect what each space and audience needs. It’s part of RPAA’s ongoing commitment to spotlighting non-western art forms so every student sees themselves represented on stage.
Workshops are completely free, no cheat codes required. Pre-registration is encouraged to help us plan, but you’re always welcome to just press start and show up.
Registration for Level 1 (Henrico Center for the Arts) opens on August 26.
Press start. Level 1 begins here!
The Genworth Lights Up! Youth Series kicks off another season of free visual and performing arts workshops and live performances for young artists ages 3–18. Kids can jump into hands-on creative experiences led by local artists and arts organizations. Whether they’re trying something new or building on skills they already love, there’s a way for every young artist to play.
LEVEL 1
September 28 | Henrico Center for the Arts
Completely free!
No cheat codes required. Pre-registration is encouraged to help us plan, but you’re always welcome to press start and show up.
RPAA staff and Lights Up! volunteers will be wearing name tags—please ask them for help at any time. Parents/guardians must remain on site for children ages 13 and under. Students should stay in the building at all times and may only leave with their assigned caretaker. If your child is 14 or older and will be dropped off, please return no later than 12:30 PM for pickup. Parents/guardians are welcome to observe workshops (space permitting). Parents of children ages 3–6 must participate alongside their child.