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An installation view of the 2026 Community Art Project, "Butterflies Blurred," in the Center for the Arts' Grand Lobby. Colorful origami butterflies hang from fishing wire strings in the window facing Alumni Mall.

WELCOME TO THE CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Step into a place where shared experiences shape our community. Featuring unforgettable performances, exhibitions, and experiences and a selection of guest events, we invite you to connect, discover, and be inspired together.

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Performances

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    The Blacksburg Master Chorale performs Handel's "Messiah" on the Moss Arts Center stage.
    Stephanie Lake Company , article

    SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 7:30 PM: With all-out dancing and electrifying sound, "Manifesto" features nine dancers and nine drummers on nine drum kits.

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    Jazz guitarist Bill Frisell, center, performs "In My Dreams" on stage alongside, from left, Jenny Scheinman, Eyvind Kang, Hank Roberts, Thomas Morgan, and Rudy Royston
    Bill Frisell , article

    FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 7:30 PM: Grammy-winning jazz guitar icon Bill Frisell’s career as a musician and composer has spanned more than 40 years and many recordings.

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    The Blacksburg Master Chorale performs Handel's "Messiah" on the Moss Arts Center stage.
    National Geographic Live , article

    TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 7:30 PM: "National Geographic" Explorer Muhammed Muheisen's photographs take an unflinching but hopeful look at lives impacted by war.

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Exhibitions

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    Abigail Lucien's "If I Should Stay," 2023, a cast iron figure of the back of a bird with its wings outstretched atop a bouquet of flowers, courtesy of the artist.
    Abigail Lucien: Molt , article

    THURS., JAN. 29-SAT., APRIL 18: Abigail Lucien’s solo exhibition, "Molt," brings together existing and newly commissioned works by the artist that speak to myth, permeance, and belonging through materiality.

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    Didier William's "Recovery to Reconnaissance: Haiti to Miami," 2024, a painted and carved panel depicting three figures crossing waist-deep water, a pile of skulls beneath their feet, as lighting strikes them and the water.
    Living in Brilliant Suspension: Didier William , article

    THURS., JAN. 29-SAT., APRIL 18: Didier William’s solo exhibition showcases carved and painted panels examining the relationship between body, land, and diasporic identity.

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    A hand touches a rock object in front of a projected screen as part of "Carving Out Creativity," one of three projects on view as part of this year's ICAT exhibition, "Open (at the) Source."
    ICAT: "Open (at the) Source" , article

    MONDAY, MAY 4-FRIDAY, MAY 15: ICAT: "Open (at the) Source" presents pioneering approaches to public exhibits that use technology to deliver immersive and interactive experiences.

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Ticket Information

https://artscenter.vt.edu/performances/ticket-information.html

School of Performing Arts

https://artscenter.vt.edu/performances/school-of-performing-arts.html

Students

https://artscenter.vt.edu/experiences/virginia-tech-students.html

K-12

https://artscenter.vt.edu/experiences/k12-programs.html

Faculty

https://artscenter.vt.edu/experiences/faculty.html