Capital One Hall, a relatively new venue in Tysons, Virginia, opened in October 2021 and boasts two performance spaces: a 1,600-seat main theater and a more intimate black box space called The Vault. If you haven’t been yet, Capital One Hall is a great place to catch a show.
Capital One Hall exterior.
The venue offers a broad range of programming, including Broadway theater productions, internationally touring musical acts, comedy, and local productions by community groups from the greater Northern Virginia area.
The Vault: An Intimate Setting
The Vault is a flexible space in that its 225 seats push back into a wall like bleachers in a high school gymnasium to create an open space to accommodate a standing crowd of more than 300 people. The Vault can accommodate up to 150 guests in rounds of 10 with an exclusive foyer space to host your guests for cocktails prior to your dinner.
The Vault, Capital One Hall.
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The upstage wall is an expanse of windows - looking out on the nearby Metro station and ongoing construction in the new urban Tysons - which can be blacked out with closeable curtains.
Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country at The Vault
Acclaimed singer/songwriter and guitar virtuoso Daniel Donato recently gave a mesmerizing performance on Valentines Day at The Vault at Capitol One Hall in Tysons, Virginia. It was an opportunity to see Daniel perform as a headliner in a more intimate setting. Daniel is touring in support of his recently released album, Reflector, which was released in November 2023 via Retrace Music.
Daniel Donato's Cosmic Country performs at Capital One Hall in Tysons, Virginia, Feb. 14. 2024.
The album is his collection of all original songs and serves as a testament to his evolving musical journey. With dedication to his craft and unparalleled work ethic, Donato proves himself not only as a singer but also as a monster of a guitar player. He honed his skill and style through years of playing four nights a week, four hours per night at clubs along Nashville’s Broadway since he was seventeen.
The evening’s setlist was a journey through Donato’s musical landscape, spanning two sets and an encore. In Set 1, tracks like “Justice” and “Hard to Tell” showcased Donato’s ability to weave intricate melodies with heartfelt lyrics. Set 2 continued the musical odyssey with tracks like “Passing Storm” and “Illusions,” each one a testament to Donato’s versatility as an artist.
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Capital One Hall: A Hub for Arts and Culture
For Fairfax County, the arts are an economic engine, bringing about $300 million in economic activity, providing around 6,200 full-time-equivalent jobs, and generating approximately $20 million in local and state government revenue each year. “It is clear that the arts are a big business,” said Linda Sullivan, president and CEO of ArtsFairfax.
The Fairfax Symphony Orchestra (FSO) opened its 64th concert season in the Capital One Hall, making it the first Fairfax County performing arts organization to perform there. “We’re thrilled to return to the stage in our concert debut at the gorgeous Capital One Hall,” said Zimmerman. “To celebrate our inaugural season, we are delighted to welcome the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra for a magical evening of music and artistry,” said Jonathan Griffith, managing director of Capital One Center.
For national touring companies and boldface-name entertainers, Capital One Hall offers a prime new booking option. Thanks to the public-private partnership, the new performance spaces will also be available at specially negotiated rates for Fairfax County nonprofit arts groups and for arts-related programming by Fairfax County government agencies and Fairfax County Public schools.
“This is a tremendous opportunity for local arts groups to have additional access to performing spaces, plus classrooms, for a wide variety of activities,” said Sullivan. The Vault will be available for public use by local performing arts groups 57 days per year; the Main Theater, for 25 days.
Amenities and Design
Capital One Hall was designed by a team led by HGA and built with a “box-in-a-box” approach, to mitigate noise and vibrations from the surrounding area and activities. The exterior is made of 7,000 slabs of Carrera marble imported from Italy. Drivers will find ample parking and the Hall is a ten-minute walk from the elevated Silver Line McLean Station.
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Patrons can reach the Main Theater, the Atrium, and other interior spaces by escalator, elevator, or the Grand Staircase.
Weddings and Events
Incorporated into the Capital One Center, Capital One Hall has multiple event spaces to accommodate your unique personality and taste. When searching for a venue in the DC area, it is hard to find somewhere as modern, convenient, flexible, and beautiful as Capital One Hall. The natural light, high ceilings, and stunning finishes are unparalleled.
Their onsite catering services are staffed with top-notch chefs who offer incredible dishes that can be custom tailored to your dietary needs. Additionally, their coordinating staff are friendly, responsive, and there to help make your day special.
Capital One Hall Event Spaces Capacity
| Event Space | Seated Capacity | Standing Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| The Atrium | 400 | N/A |
| The Vault | 150 | 300+ |
| Main Theater | 1,600 | N/A |
Capital One Hall is located at 7750 Capital One Tower Road, Tysons, VA. It is right off Metro’s Silver Line McLean station. For driving and public transportation directions, see capitalonehall.com/visit. For tickets and information go to capitalonehall.com.