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Nine drummers, nine dancers, one ‘Manifesto’ , articleDirect from Australia, Stephanie Lake Company brings a high-energy evening of joyful movement and vibrant percussion with the U.S. premiere of “Manifesto” at the Center for the Arts on Saturday, March 28, at 7:30 p.m.
Date: Mar 04, 2026 - -
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Take a St. Patrick’s Day journey to 18th-century Dublin , articleA fresh and historically rich way to mark the holiday, “The Trials of Tenducci” by the Irish Baroque Orchestra comes to the Center for the Arts on Tuesday, March 17, at 7:30 p.m.
Date: Feb 20, 2026 - -
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Access, opportunity, and the arts , articleFor many students, stepping into a theater or meeting a professional artist is a first. Through free student matinees, in-school performances, and workshops, the Center for the Arts is helping make those moments possible for schools facing financial and logistical barriers.
Date: Feb 19, 2026 - -
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Exhibit celebrating the life and poetry of Nikki Giovanni opens in Alexandria , videoAlumni and community members attended the Greater Washington D.C. Area Tech on Tap reception for the opening of The Nikki Giovanni Immersive Experience at the Torpedo Factory Art Museum in Alexandria. The exhibit, produced by the Virginia Tech Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology (ICAT), combines audio of Nikki reading her own poetry with composed music, audio soundscapes, and motion graphics for an immersive experience. The exhibit will remain at the Torpedo Factory until May 17th, 2026.
Date: Feb 19, 2026 - -
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‘The Gingham Dog’ explores domestic tension through Lanford Wilson’s sharp realism , articleThe School of Performing Arts’ upcoming performance of the striking and incisive play invites the audience to open space for reflection and compassion.
Date: Feb 16, 2026 - -
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Walk Like a Man! , videoWalk Like a Man is a devised dance/theater performance that asks the question: In the age of the male loneliness epidemic and the manosphere, what does it mean to be “man enough?" The absurdist romp is directed by Instructor of Dance Rachel Rugh in collaboration with a cast from across the university.
Date: Feb 06, 2026 - -
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Aligning surplus with need: Campus Kitchen feeds the New River Valley , articleSince 2015, Campus Kitchen has diverted over 263,000 pounds of unserved food to Virginians in need, with 11,000 pounds diverted in the first 12 weeks of the fall 2025 semester alone.
Date: Jan 29, 2026 - -
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Legendary Danish Radio Big Band launches limited U.S. tour in Blacksburg , articleLed by one of today’s most sought-after young jazz composers and conductors, Miho Hazama, the band performs with special guest jazz vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant at the Center for the Arts on Friday, Feb. 20, at 7:30 p.m.
Date: Jan 26, 2026 - -
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1980s-inspired, high-flying cirque amusement park adventure to come to the Center for the Arts , articleCirque Mechanics will return to Blacksburg with its newest adventure, bursting with acrobatics, aerial feats, juggling, and a dose of nostalgic charm. The center presents two performances of “Tilt! A Circus Thrill Ride” on Tuesday, Feb. 10, and Wednesday, Feb. 11, at 7:30 p.m.
Date: Jan 15, 2026 - -
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‘From Ordinary Things’ is a rare musical collaboration celebrating virtuosity through the 21st century , articleSoprano Julia Bullock, cellist Seth Parker Woods, and pianist Conor Hanick perform an evening of music that speaks across generations, featuring works by Ravel, Nina Simone, and a Center for the Arts co-commissioned composition by Tania León.
Date: Jan 14, 2026 - -
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Spring exhibitions trace memory and metamorphosis shaped by Haitian heritage , article
The Center for the Arts presents Abigail Lucien: “Molt” and “Living in Brilliant Suspension”: Didier William. The two solo shows open with a reception on Thursday, Jan. 29, from 4-6 p.m.
Date: Jan 12, 2026 - -
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VMCVM Pet Spotlight: Monty , articleMeet Monty, a one-year-old Borzoi puppy with the energy of a whirlwind and the heart of a cuddlebug. Sidekick to Annmarie Pudlo, a lab tech in the CMRL shared lab, Monty spends his days zooming, snuggling, and keeping his humans on their toes. From road trips and photo shoots to teddy bear drama and late-night zoomies, Monty lives life to the fullest—with cream cheese treats and Goldfish crackers fueling his adventures. Don’t let the 80-pound flops fool you—he’s just trying to be part of the action (and maybe get a few extra belly rubs).
Date: Jan 12, 2026 - -
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Beyond the stage with Step Afrika! , videoWhen world-class artists visit the Center for the Arts at Virginia Tech, a performance is just one piece of the story. Here we connect people of all ages — students, faculty, families, and community members — with artists in ways that extend far beyond a singular performance. We believe the arts are most powerful when they’re participatory, inspiring, and available to all. That’s why every visiting artist residency at the Center for the Arts includes meaningful interactions across campus and within our community — fostering creativity, dialogue, and connection that resonate long after the final bow. During a three-day residency in Blacksburg, Step Afrika! engaged with people of all ages across campus and throughout the New River Valley, demonstrating how the arts can connect, inspire, and open doors far beyond the stage. Watch to see how these visiting artists help build connection, spark curiosity, and embody Virginia Tech’s spirit of Ut Prosim — that I may serve.
Date: Jan 09, 2026 - -
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In memoriam: Spencer Forsling, graduate student, College of Engineering , articleForsling was earning a master’s degree in electrical engineering with a focus on electromagnetics. He died Dec. 3.
Date: Dec 17, 2025 - -
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Immersive exhibit celebrates Nikki Giovanni's life and poetry , videoVirginia Tech celebrates the late Nikki Giovanni through an immersive exhibit at the Center for the Arts. The exhibit uses video projection of graphics and photos with an original music score to highlight six of Giovanni's poems read by Giovanni herself. This exhibit will move to the Torpedo Factory Art Center in 2026. Poetry and Readings: Nikki Giovanni Poetic Arrangement: Brittney S. Harris and Charles Nichols Music: Charles Nichols Embodied Movement: Brittney S. Harris Motion Capture: Trevor Finney and Alice Macanga Motion Graphics and Graphic Design: Meaghan Dee, Trevor Finney, Demetrya Dye, and Lexy Altieri Project Advisor: Gena E. Chandler, PhD Project Management: Meaghan Dee ICAT Technical Support: Gustavo Araoz, David Franusich, Brandon Hale, and Tanner Upthegrove Additional Thanks to Kelsey Hammer, Ella Shaffer, and Morgan Weidling for participating in creative brainstorming sessions. Special thanks to Virginia Fowler for permission, time, and poetry consultation. Additional thanks to Virginia Tech, President Sands, the Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology (ICAT), the University Libraries at Virginia Tech, and the Center for the Arts for supporting this project. And thank you to Nikki Giovanni for her incredible life and legacy.
Date: Dec 15, 2025 - -
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VMCVM Pet Spotlight: Velcro , articleMeet Velcro, the 14-year-old, 12-pound (i.e. "big-boned") black cat whose mom is Katherine Harshman, LVT and development associate / "office extrovert" in Advancement. Velcro thinks his name is cool but will more readily answer to "CAT!" and considers a dog in the home his sister and best friend. Velcro once hid from everyone in a closet for a day and a half at his grandparents' house and once survived a ride in a dryer. You might not want to leave any paper or cardboard items you value near him, or they will end up as confetti. That may have something to do with how unhappy Velcro is at some of the food portions he gets from his mom. That said, Velcro loves to snuggle with her, and an occasional hit of catnip.
Date: Dec 10, 2025 - -
Video ItemImmersive exhibit celebrates Nikki Giovanni's life and poetry , video
Virginia Tech celebrates the late Nikki Giovanni through an immersive exhibit at the Center for the Arts. The exhibit uses video projection of graphics and photos with an original music score to highlight six of Giovanni's poems read by Giovanni herself. This exhibit will move to the Torpedo Factory Art Center in 2026. Poetry and Readings: Nikki Giovanni Poetic Arrangement: Brittney S. Harris and Charles Nichols Music: Charles Nichols Embodied Movement: Brittney S. Harris Motion Capture: Trevor Finney and Alice Macanga Motion Graphics and Graphic Design: Meaghan Dee, Trevor Finney, Demetrya Dye, and Lexy Altieri Project Advisor: Gena E. Chandler, PhD Project Management: Meaghan Dee ICAT Technical Support: Gustavo Araoz, David Franusich, Brandon Hale, and Tanner Upthegrove Additional Thanks to Kelsey Hammer, Ella Shaffer, and Morgan Weidling for participating in creative brainstorming sessions. Special thanks to Virginia Fowler for permission, time, and poetry consultation. Additional thanks to Virginia Tech, President Sands, the Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology (ICAT), the University Libraries at Virginia Tech, and the Center for the Arts for supporting this project. And thank you to Nikki Giovanni for her incredible life and legacy.
Date: Dec 10, 2025 - -
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Savannah Penven creates a space for young artists to thrive , articlePenven M.A. '24 brings her creative journey full circle, helping the next generation step into the spotlight.
Date: Dec 10, 2025 -
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