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Susan Bland

sulight@vt.edu
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    Three women dancers of Mark Morris Dance Group perform "The Look of Love" on stage, all facing towards the right edge of the frame, in front of a black background. The wear bright, color blocked uniforms.
    Visionary choreographer Mark Morris pays tribute to Burt Bacharach in ‘Look of Love’ , article

    Morris presents an homage to the legendary late hitmaker Bacharach on Saturday, Feb. 24, at 7:30 p.m. at the Moss Arts Center.

    Date: Feb 07, 2024
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    A detailed view of artist Joe Kelley's "The Natural History of the Undescribed Birds," 1993-2016, which shows 12 squares of birds' faces, each turned to the side, some facing left and some facing right. The squares have various colored backrounds and each bird is a different color combination.
    Moss Arts Center exhibition celebrates the life and work of Blacksburg artist Joe Kelley , article

    “I am gone, expanding” brings together a comprehensive selection of the much-loved artist’s drawings, paintings, and sculptures. The exhibition opens with a reception on Friday, Jan. 5, from 5-7 p.m.

    Date: Dec 20, 2023
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    The interior of the Moss Art Center, seen from the upper corner.
    The state of the arts , article

    It’s hard to imagine Virginia Tech without the Moss Arts Center, which for 10 years has created opportunities for students and the greater community to see world-class artists and performers and has served as a catalyst to create connections between research, technology, and creativity.

    Date: Dec 09, 2023
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    Virginia Tech students learn from internationally renowned artists
    Virginia Tech students learn from internationally renowned artists , video

    Artists Anne Samat and Yanira Collado spent two weeks on the Virginia Tech campus, working with students and creating new works specifically for the Moss Arts Center galleries. Learn more about the center's exhibitions on the Moss Arts Center's website.

    Date: Mar 31, 2023
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    Chitrasena Dance Company engages with community
    Chitrasena Dance Company engages with community , video

    In addition to an evening performance at the Moss Arts Center, members of Sri Lankan Chitrasena Dance Company participated in several outreach activities, including leading two workshops in Kandyan dance -- one at Springhouse Day School in Floyd and another on-campus workshop for Virginia Tech faculty and students and other community members. The ensemble also joined Nrityagram Dance Ensemble for a free matinee performance for area students.

    Date: Jan 17, 2023
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    Chromosome structure inspires art
    Chromosome structure inspires art , video

    A collaboration between a Virginia Tech entomology professor, art professor, and computer science professor working in biophysics has resulted in the creation of stunning works of art that can help researchers and the public better understand the function of DNA and chromosomes in many important cellular processes.

    Date: May 28, 2019
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    Third Coast Percussion teaches area students the science of sound
    Third Coast Percussion teaches area students the science of sound , video

    The arts, science, and technology inform each other in many meaningful ways. The Moss Arts Center offers opportunities for area students to experience the unique relationships between these disciplines through special engagement events with its visiting artists. Watch music ensemble Third Coast Percussion present their WAVES (wonder, arts, vibration, engineering, science) workshop to area students in third through sixth grades at the center. The interactive presentation introduced students to the science of sound--presenting art and music alongside science and technology.

    Date: Feb 08, 2019
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    Students explore the creative process with Lucky Plush dance company
    Students explore the creative process with Lucky Plush dance company , video

    A dancer from Lucky Plush Productions gives a group of Virginia Tech students a glimpse into the dance company’s creative process. Watch as Lucky Plush dancer Meghann Wilkinson teaches how she and her colleagues work together to create an authentic experience for audiences. Drawing on the company’s performance, “Trip the Light Fantastic: The Making of Superstrip,” Wilkinson leads participants through a series of improvisational exercises that encourages them to be more creative, live in the moment, be vulnerable, and create relationships with each other in new ways. This approach helps Lucky Plush dancers deliver an authentic performance for their audiences. The Moss Arts Center helps students discover new ways to incorporate creativity into their lives—both inside and outside the classroom.

    Date: Feb 08, 2019
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    Student singers work with founder of the world-renowned Tallis Scholars
    Student singers work with founder of the world-renowned Tallis Scholars , video

    Music education major Maggie Good participated in a master class with the Virginia Tech Chamber Singers led by Peter Phillips, director and founder of world-renowned vocal ensemble the Tallis Scholars. Watch as Phillips works closely with the students, providing valuable feedback and advice, and listen as Maggie describes her experience and explains why music helps us overcome boundaries. The Moss Arts Center helps create meaningful connections between students and artists.

    Date: Feb 08, 2019