Ricky Skaggs

And Kentucky Thunder

Ricky Skaggs is a bluegrass and country music icon whose career spans over five decades and includes 15 Grammy Awards. A virtuosic mandolin player and singer, Skaggs has played a pivotal role in bringing traditional Appalachian music to mainstream audiences. His innovative blend of roots, gospel, and contemporary bluegrass has made him a beloved figure across generations. With a stage presence that’s both down-home and dazzling, he delivers performances full of musical mastery and heartfelt storytelling. Audiences can expect a joyful, high-energy evening steeped in American musical heritage.

UPCOMING SHOWS

Ricky Skaggs

And Kentucky Thunder

Oct 10, 2025

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Tumbao with Jstop Latin Soul

& Big Lick Latin Underground

Oct 11, 2025

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JD Allen

Trio

Oct 17, 2025

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EDUCATION

Music Lab 2025-2026

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Guitar Masterclass

with Justus Ross

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The Wildmans

Songwriting Masterclass

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Nestled in Roanoke’s historic former Jefferson High School, Jefferson Center emerged in 1989 after a broad community-driven initiative chose renovation over demolition of the 1924 building

‍Its mission has remained steadfast: to offer broad access to inspirational performing arts, transformative education, and public gathering spaces. Today, Jefferson Center enriches lives by hosting a wide range of live performances—music, theater, dance—and delivering educational outreach through programs like Music Lab, alongside serving as a vibrant hub for nonprofits, community meetings, and cultural events

Steeped in history yet forward-looking, Jefferson Center is more than a venue—it is a cultural cornerstone where artistry intersects with community connection, learning, and creative expression.