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WELCOME TO THE CENTER FOR THE ARTS AT VIRGINIA TECH

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.

Performances Presented by the Center for the Arts

Explore performances curated and presented by the Center for the Arts.

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    The members of New Ballard's Branch Bogtrotters, three white men and two white women, hold their instruments in front of an old mill.
    The Crooked Road , article

    FRI., JULY 10, 7:30 PM: Join dozens of Crooked Road artists in a celebration of song and dance from central Appalachia.

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    White text reads "26 CubeFest" on an electronic-inspired purple and red background
    Cube Fest 2026 , article

    FRI., AUG. 21-SUN., AUG. 23: Cube Fest 2026 focuses on spoken word, celebrating composers forging rich connections to poetry, soundscapes, and human expression.

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    Cajun and Creole musician Cedric Watson, a young Black man, stands in a grassy field near a line of trees holding a violin and wearing suspenders and a straw hat.
    Cedric Watson et Bijou Creole , article

    FRI., SEPT. 11, 6 PM: Grammy nominee and master fiddler Cedric Watson leads a free high-spirited celebration of Cajun and Creole traditions on the center’s lawn.

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Guest Performances

We are happy to host a wide variety of events on stage here at the center, presented by external organizations and groups.

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Workshops, Talks, and more

Explore free experiences designed to create deeper connections.

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Exhibitions

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Backstage Pass

Go behind the scenes and beyond with our blog.