BLACKSBURG, Va., May 26 -- Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University issued the following news release:

Blacksburg's Summer Arts Festival returns this summer with a vibrant lineup of free performances, films, art exhibitions, and family-friendly events designed to bring the community together through the arts.

"The Summer Arts Festival is intended to have something for everyone," said Ariana Wyatt, festival director and associate dean for outreach and engagement in the College of Architecture, Arts, and Design. "We try to offer a wide range of arts experiences - from concerts on the lawn to classical performances and workshops."

The festival is presented by the Virginia Tech School of Performing Arts in partnership with the Tow...