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MARK YOUR CALENDAR: INDIVIDUAL TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, JULY 31
This season at the center, experience something extraordinary. Tickets for individual 2025-2026 season performances go on sale to the general public beginning Thursday, July 31, at 10:00 a.m.
Performances
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Kiki Valera y su Son Cubano , articleFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 6 PM: Catch a free outdoor concert by Kiki Valera y su Son Cubano, masters of Cuba's iconic son cubano. This music is made for dancing!
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The Hot Sardines , articleFRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 7:30 PM: New York-based jazz ensemble the Hot Sardines brings brassy horns, rollicking piano, rich vocals, and a tap dancer.
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Step Afrika! , articleSATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 7:30 PM: Step Afrika! delivers an experience like no other, with traditional African American stepping, drumming, and vibrant storytelling.
Exhibitions
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2025 New River Art Juried Biennial , articleTHURSDAY, JUNE 5-SATURDAY, AUGUST 23: The 2025 New River Art Juried Biennial, sponsored by the Blacksburg Regional Art Association, returns to the center.
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Grand Lobby Mural: Brian Dettmer , articleTHROUGH 2028: Brian Dettmer reimagines hardcover books and turns them into stunning mountain landscapes and reflections on time in this Grand Lobby mural.
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Turner Street Mural: Clare Grill and Margaux Ogden , articleTHROUGH July 2026: Works by fall 2025 exhibiting artists Clare Grill and Margaux Ogden grace the center's exterior wall on Turner Street — perfect for selfies!
Experiences
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"Beyond the Frame" , articleSECOND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH, 12 PM: Curator Brian Holcombe provides insight, offers behind-the-scenes glimpses, and answers your questions during these free tours.
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Artist Talk | Josephine Halvorson , articleTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 3-4 PM: Fall 2025 exhibiting artist Josephine Halvorson joins Brian Holcombe, curator, for a free discussion in the Cube.
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Opening Reception | Fall 2025 Exhibitions , articleTHURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 4-6 PM: Catch a free opening reception for the 2025 fall exhibitions, featuring artists Clare Grill, Margaux Ogden, Dana Frankfort, and Josephine Halvorson.
