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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.

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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    Danish Radio Big Band , article

    FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 7:30 PM: Danish Radio Big Band brings powerhouse sound alongside three-time Grammy-winning jazz vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant.

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    Velma Kelly leads a group of dancers during a performance of "Chicago."
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    MONDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 7:30 PM: "Chicago" is the musical with everything that makes Broadway shimmy-shake: a universal tale of fame, fortune, and all that jazz.

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    The Blacksburg Master Chorale performs Handel's "Messiah" on the Moss Arts Center stage.
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    TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 7:30 PM: Experience something different this St. Patrick’s Day with music from flagship period instrument ensemble Irish Baroque Orchestra.

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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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Experiences

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    Moss Arts Center Curator Brian Holcombe leads a gallery tour and speaks into a microphone in front of a group of gallery visitors.
    "Beyond the Frame" , article

    SECOND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH, 12 PM: Director of Visual Arts Brian Holcombe provides insight, offers behind-the-scenes glimpses, and answers your questions during these free tours.

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    Irish Baroque Orchestra Artistic Director Peter Whelan, a bald white man with a dark brown beard.
    Talk: "Meet the Maestro" , article

    TUES., MARCH 17, 6:30-6:50 PM: Before the downbeat, explore unique insights and historical context with Irish Baroque Orchestra director Peter Whelan.

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    Members of Stephanie Lake Company wear white costumes and perform on stage in front of a towering pink curtain and several drummers.
    Workshop: "Movement and Rhythm" , article

    THURS., MARCH 26, 6 PM: Dive into the explosive energy of Stephanie Lake Company's "Manifesto" in this high-octane contemporary dance workshop.

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Ticket Information

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K-12

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Faculty

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