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Your Guide to Building the Perfect Season Subscription Package

June 11, 2026

A dancer from Compagnie Hervé Koubi’s “Sol Invictus” balances upside down in a breakdance-inspired headstandbeneath a sweeping canopy of illuminated gold fabric that stretches across the stage.
The cast of contemporary dance company Compagnie Hervé Koubi performs “Sol Invictus.” Photo by Mélanie Lhôte.

Whether you’re building a package around performances you already know you can’t miss (perhaps in hopes of scoring Yo-Yo Ma and Emanuel Ax tickets before they disappear) or looking to discover something completely new, building a Center for the Arts subscription is about more than choosing performances — it’s about creating your own season-long journey through music, dance, theatre, storytelling, and shared experience.

By purchasing a subscription, you lock in your seats for the season’s biggest performances before availability becomes limited. Subscriptions come with a few perks, too: discounted prices, priority seat selection, and early access to major events, including this season’s Broadway in Blacksburg performance, Hadestown, before tickets go on sale to the public.

Flexible Silver subscriptions start at just five performances at a 15% discount, making it easy to mix favorite artists with something unexpected. From five performances to the full season, there are countless ways to build a subscription that feels uniquely your own.

To help inspire your lineup, we’ve created a few themed subscription ideas drawn from the remarkable artists and performances coming to Blacksburg this season.

Please note that Broadway in Blacksburg performances and select special events, including Yo-Yo Ma and Emanuel Ax, are not eligible for subscription discounts.

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New to the Center for the Arts? These audience favorites offer an ideal introduction to the energy, artistry, and variety of the season.

Classical Masters 

Five extraordinary performances from some of the most celebrated artists and ensembles in classical music today — from intimate chamber works to sweeping orchestral masterworks.

Inspiring Movement

From contemporary dance and acrobatics to powerful percussion and irresistible rhythms, these performances celebrate movement, energy, and expression in all their forms.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Gravity & Other Myths , article

    TUES., OCT. 13, 7:30 PM: "Ten Thousand Hours" is Australian cirque company Gravity & Other Myths' tribute to the dedication required to realize physical ambitions.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Compagnie Hervé Koubi , article

    THURS., OCT. 22, 7:30 PM: "Sol Invictus" presents a universal declaration of love of movement with contemporary dance, capoeira, and martial arts.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Juan de Marcos and the Afro-Cuban All Stars , article

    WED., OCT. 28, 7:30 PM: Founded by bandleader Juan de Marcos González, the Afro-Cuban All Stars celebrates the full spectrum of Cuban music.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Ju Percussion Group , article

    WED., NOV. 18, 7:30 PM: One of Asia’s most influential contemporary percussion ensembles, Ju Percussion Group fuses Eastern and Western traditions.

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    Four dancers from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, three young Black women and one young Black man, wear brown leotards and shorts and pose on top of a series of white pedestals in front of a grey studio background.
    Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater , article

    TUES., FEB. 23-WED., FEB. 24, 7:30 PM: See two nights of both contemporary works and ensemble pieces, and each night ending with masterwork "Revelations."

Musical Virtuosity

Jaw-dropping skill meets fearless creativity in performances that showcase artists pushing their instruments and voices to astonishing heights.

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    Banjoist Bela Fleck, center, is a middled aged white man with red glasses and a black T-shirt holding his banjo. His fellow touring musicians, all white men, stand around him and look at each other.
    Béla Fleck: My Bluegrass Heart , article

    SAT., SEPT. 19, 7:30 PM: For "My Bluegrass Heart," banjoist Béla Fleck is joined by Michael Cleveland, Dominick Leslie, Jeff Partin, Mark Schatz, and Jake Stargel.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Ju Percussion Group , article

    WED., NOV. 18, 7:30 PM: One of Asia’s most influential contemporary percussion ensembles, Ju Percussion Group fuses Eastern and Western traditions.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Kings Return , article

    FRI., FEB. 12, 7:30 PM: This a cappella quartet, often compared to Boyz II Men, blends R&B influences with jazz, soulful gospel, and bright pop.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Emanuel Ax, piano, and Yo-Yo Ma, cello , article

    MON., MARCH 29, 7:30 PM: Cellist Yo-Yo Ma and pianist Emanuel Ax create an experience of a lifetime in one of classical music’s most celebrated collaborations.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    tenThing Brass Ensemble , article

    FRI., APRIL 2, 7:30 PM: The acclaimed, all-female tenThing Brass Ensemble showcases programs that span centuries and styles, from Mozart, Kurt Weill, Bartók, and more.

Storytellers

From literature and live theatre to music and science, these performances explore the many ways stories help us understand ourselves and the world around us.

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    Author Colson Whitehead, a middled aged Black man with dreads pulled back into a ponytail, wears a dark grey leather jacket and grey floral and white button down shirt in front of a light grey background.
    "An Evening with Colson Whitehead" , article

    WED., SEPT. 30, 7:30 PM: Acclaimed author Colson Whitehead ("The Underground Railroad") is one of the most dazzling and innovative voices in contemporary literature.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Teatro La Plaza , article

    WED., OCT. 7-THURS., OCT. 8, 7:30 PM: In this reimagining of "Hamlet," eight actors with Down syndrome share their desires, struggles, and questions.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    "An Evening with David Sedaris" , article

    WED., NOV. 4, 7:30 PM: Bestselling author David Sedaris gives a live reading and offers reflections with his signature sharp observation and self-deprecating wit.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    "Koyaanisqatsi Live" with the Philip Glass Ensemble , article

    THURS., FEB. 18, 7:30 PM: "Koyaanisqatsi," created by composer Philip Glass and performed live to film, is a meditation on the tension between nature and technology.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    National Geographic Live , article

    WED., MARCH 3, 7:30 PM: Aerospace engineer and National Geographic Explorer Tracy Drain offers a front-row view of humanity’s exploration of our cosmic backyard.

Family-Friendly 

Filled with wonder, humor, rhythm, and imagination, these performances offer memorable shared experiences for audiences of all ages.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Gravity & Other Myths , article

    TUES., OCT. 13, 7:30 PM: "Ten Thousand Hours" is Australian cirque company Gravity & Other Myths' tribute to the dedication required to realize physical ambitions.

  • Article Item
    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Ju Percussion Group , article

    WED., NOV. 18, 7:30 PM: One of Asia’s most influential contemporary percussion ensembles, Ju Percussion Group fuses Eastern and Western traditions.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Roanoke Symphony Orchestra , article

    SAT., DEC. 5, 4 PM: A sparkling seasonal tradition returns as the Roanoke Symphony Orchestra brings the unmistakable sound of the holidays to Blacksburg.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Mario the Maker Magician , article

    SUN., JAN. 31, 2 PM: In this high-energy, all-ages, inventive theatre experience, step into a world of cardboard contraptions, homemade robots, and impossible magic.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Kings Return , article

    FRI., FEB. 12, 7:30 PM: This a cappella quartet, often compared to Boyz II Men, blends R&B influences with jazz, soulful gospel, and bright pop.

Emotionally Powerful 

These unforgettable performances invite audiences into stories of resilience, humanity, memory, and connection — leaving a lasting emotional impact long after the curtain falls.

Around the World 

Travel across continents and cultures through music, dance, and theatre with internationally acclaimed artists from around the globe.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Teatro La Plaza , article

    WED., OCT. 7-THURS., OCT. 8, 7:30 PM: In this reimagining of "Hamlet," eight actors with Down syndrome share their desires, struggles, and questions.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Compagnie Hervé Koubi , article

    THURS., OCT. 22, 7:30 PM: "Sol Invictus" presents a universal declaration of love of movement with contemporary dance, capoeira, and martial arts.

  • Article Item
    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Juan de Marcos and the Afro-Cuban All Stars , article

    WED., OCT. 28, 7:30 PM: Founded by bandleader Juan de Marcos González, the Afro-Cuban All Stars celebrates the full spectrum of Cuban music.

  • Article Item
    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Ju Percussion Group , article

    WED., NOV. 18, 7:30 PM: One of Asia’s most influential contemporary percussion ensembles, Ju Percussion Group fuses Eastern and Western traditions.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    "An Evening with Sona Jobarteh" , article

    WED., MARCH 24, 7:30 PM: The first professional female kora virtuoso, Sona Jobarteh and her band blend intricate kora playing, expressive vocals, and buoyant rhythms.

Crowd Pleasers

Big energy. Big reactions. Featuring acrobatics, humor, dance, storytelling, and star power, these are the kind of performances people talk about afterward.

Something Different

Unexpected, inventive, and impossible to categorize, these performances challenge expectations and offer something completely out of the ordinary.

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    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Teatro La Plaza , article

    WED., OCT. 7-THURS., OCT. 8, 7:30 PM: In this reimagining of "Hamlet," eight actors with Down syndrome share their desires, struggles, and questions.

  • Article Item
    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Gravity & Other Myths , article

    TUES., OCT. 13, 7:30 PM: "Ten Thousand Hours" is Australian cirque company Gravity & Other Myths' tribute to the dedication required to realize physical ambitions.

  • Article Item
    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Ju Percussion Group , article

    WED., NOV. 18, 7:30 PM: One of Asia’s most influential contemporary percussion ensembles, Ju Percussion Group fuses Eastern and Western traditions.

  • Article Item
    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    "Koyaanisqatsi Live" with the Philip Glass Ensemble , article

    THURS., FEB. 18, 7:30 PM: "Koyaanisqatsi," created by composer Philip Glass and performed live to film, is a meditation on the tension between nature and technology.

  • Article Item
    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    National Geographic Live , article

    WED., MARCH 3, 7:30 PM: Aerospace engineer and National Geographic Explorer Tracy Drain offers a front-row view of humanity’s exploration of our cosmic backyard.

Date Night 

Whether romantic, moving, joyful, or just plain fun, these performances create the perfect excuse for a memorable night out together.

Most Economical 

Build a flexible and affordable season package featuring five engaging performances across music, theatre, storytelling, and family entertainment.

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    The members of the Isidore String Quartet, two young black men and two young white men, wear suits and hold their instruments while sitting on a bench in a downtown area, green plantings behind them.
    Isidore String Quartet , article

    FRI., SEPT. 25, 7:30 PM: Isidore String Quartet brings the lyrical charm of Frank Bridge, sharp contrasts of Britten, and emotional power of Beethoven.

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    Author Colson Whitehead, a middled aged Black man with dreads pulled back into a ponytail, wears a dark grey leather jacket and grey floral and white button down shirt in front of a light grey background.
    "An Evening with Colson Whitehead" , article

    WED., SEPT. 30, 7:30 PM: Acclaimed author Colson Whitehead ("The Underground Railroad") is one of the most dazzling and innovative voices in contemporary literature.

  • Article Item
    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Teatro La Plaza , article

    WED., OCT. 7-THURS., OCT. 8, 7:30 PM: In this reimagining of "Hamlet," eight actors with Down syndrome share their desires, struggles, and questions.

  • Article Item
    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    Mario the Maker Magician , article

    SUN., JAN. 31, 2 PM: In this high-energy, all-ages, inventive theatre experience, step into a world of cardboard contraptions, homemade robots, and impossible magic.

  • Article Item
    The cast of Teatro la Plaza, eight actors with Down syndrome, perform "Hamlet" on stage. Two wear paper crowns and one wears an Elizabethan ruff.
    National Geographic Live , article

    WED., MARCH 3, 7:30 PM: Aerospace engineer and National Geographic Explorer Tracy Drain offers a front-row view of humanity’s exploration of our cosmic backyard.

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