Exhibitions, Workshops, Concerts, Lectures, Performances, and more
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Land Acknowledgement
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Welcome Letter
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Scottsdale Arts ONE Membership
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Performances
and Piipaash Peoples and their Huhugam and Piipaash
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Nykor ancestors. We acknowledge and celebrate the
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Donations & Sponsorships
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past and present, and generations to come. They are
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Scottsdale Public Art Celebrates 50 Years!
the original stewards of this land, and we are humbled
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Civic Center LIVE
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Workshops & Lectures
Indigenous peoples connected to this land that have
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Schools & Educators
sustained their people for centuries. They are an
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SMoCA Celebrates 25 Years!
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Exhibitions & Gallery Tours
We also invest in the future of contemporary tribal
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The Stores at Scottsdale Arts
members. As an arts and culture organization, it is our
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Rentals
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Plan Your Visit
artists and performers, representing numerous tribes, on
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2023–24 Partners & Sponsors
Scottsdale Arts events and exhibitions through the years.
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At-A-Glance Calendar
We are on the unceded, sacred land of the O’odham
On’k Akimel O’odham (Salt River Pima) and Xalychidom Piipaash (Maricopa) communities, their elders, both
to reside here. There are 22 federally recognized tribes in Arizona, and we wish to honor the many diverse
important part of our history, our present, and our future.
duty to uplift the artists and activists doing this work. We have been honored to collaborate with many visual
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Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Scottsdale Public Art Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation Canal Convergence Civic Center LIVE With six major departments, 170+ staff members, 30+ trustees, 60+ advisors, hundreds of volunteers, thousands of students, and hundreds-of-thousands of participants each year, Scottsdale Arts is the largest and most comprehensive arts and culture nonprofit in Arizona. We are dedicated to providing access to great art experiences for all in our community. This year we want to introduce you to the entire Scottsdale Arts family, highlighting how we are your one stop for all things culture. And we want to introduce you to what makes our organization so special: when all of these pieces come together, we can serve our community so much more deeply. When arts education specialists collaborate with teaching artists and bring students to amazing performance matinees, every child becomes engaged in the magic of creativity! When our artistic directors curate bands and dance performances for Canal Convergence, when museum curators cultivate community through contemporary art, and when all come together for festivals or workshops, the experience for you, our patron, becomes so much richer.
We Are Scottsdale Arts! Dear Scottsdale Arts Patron, As you received this new Scottsdale Arts Guidebook in your mailbox, you might have been surprised by its heft and format. We are clearly doing something different this year! Scottsdale Arts is fortunate to represent the beating heart, the epicenter of arts and culture in Scottsdale. For years, many of you may have only known us through one of our departments: you may visit us for shows at the Center for the Performing Arts, enjoy exhibitions at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA), or come to our Sun & Sounds concert series on the newly renovated Scottsdale Civic Center. Perhaps you did not realize that we produce Canal Convergence, the spectacular annual public art event at the Scottsdale Waterfront. Or that all of the monumental public artworks across Scottsdale have been commissioned and installed by our Public Art department over the past 50 years! Or that your children have likely received art education in their schools because of the work our Learning & Innovation department provides.
Scottsdale Arts is a close, contracted partner to the City of Scottsdale, but we are our own 501(c)3 nonprofit here to serve you. We inhabit a beautiful campus at Scottsdale Civic Center with our own theaters, museum, new outdoor stages, and public art, all within a short stroll from restaurants, bars, hotels, shops, galleries, and arts venues. But we also work across the city with exhibitions, public art, lifelong learning, and kids’ activities at libraries and community centers in north and south Scottsdale. Our newest department, Civic Center LIVE, will fully come into its own this year—with two outdoor stages completed, and 80+ events and performances October through May under the desert sky. From famous American roots bands to multi-day arts festivals to yoga on the lawn and free family activities, we’re certain that you will find a reason to rediscover Scottsdale Civic Center. In this guidebook, we wanted to take the opportunity to introduce you to all of Scottsdale Arts. Throughout this year we will showcase the entire spectrum of this amazing organization. We’d like to invite you to take a little time and give us a closer look. We think you’ll agree that we represent the cultural and creative DNA of Scottsdale! Sincerely,
Dr. Gerd Wuestemann, President & CEO, Scottsdale Arts
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RE:site, Shane Allbritton and Norman Lee, Sunburst, 2020. Photo: Andrew Pielage
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Performances Patti LuPone A Life in Notes Tuesday, April 16, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $79 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Three-time Tony Award® winner Patti LuPone celebrates her legendary career through a “personal musical memoir.”
Photo: Douglas Friedman
Broadway Jane Lynch’s A Swingin’ Little Christmas featuring Kate Flannery, Tim Davis & The Tony Guerrero Quintet Thursday, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $45 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Join actress, singer, playwright, and author Jane Lynch, along with Kate Flannery, Tim Davis, and The Tony Guerrero Quintet, for their holiday spectacular A Swingin’ Little Christmas.
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The Seth Rudetsky Concert Series starring Audra McDonald with Seth Rudetsky as music director & host Saturday, March 23, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $70 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Emmy, Grammy®, and six-time Tony–winning Broadway icon Audra McDonald joins SiriusXM Radio star Seth Rudetsky for a seamless mix of intimate, behind-the-scenes stories and songs from McDonald’s illustrious career. Signature Partner: Signature Sponsor: Ethelyn Cohen
Kronos Quartet. Photo: Lenny Gonzalez
Chamber Music Turtle Island Quartet Sunday, Oct. 15, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $35 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Island Prayers will celebrate the range of influences within the rich cultural spectrum of the continent “Turtle Island” and share an evening of works by accomplished composers with varying life experiences and musical foundations: Terence Blanchard, Rhiannon Giddens, Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate, and David Dalknishnan.
Kronos Quartet Friday, Feb. 23, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $40 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts For nearly 50 years, San Francisco’s Kronos Quartet has reimagined the string quartet experience and become one of the most celebrated and influential groups of our era.
All programs are subject to change.
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Joshua Bell with Larisa Martínez Saturday, May 11, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $65 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Program selections include: Chopin arr. Bell/Wallace, Nocturne in E-flat Major, op. 9, no. 2 Wieniawski, Scherzo-Tarantelle, op. 16 Narciso Figueroa, “Mi Rancho” Bernstein arr. Brohn/Czarnecki, West Side Story Suite
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Classical Virginia G. Piper Concert Series
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Presenting Sponsor: The Dayton Fowler Grafman Endowment For Classical Music
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Alexander Malofeev Thursday, Oct. 19, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $32 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Program: Handel’s Suite in B-flat Major HWV 434 Wagner’s Tannhäuser Overture, S.442
Jonathan Biss Friday, March 1, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $32 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Program: Schubert Impromptu in F Minor, D.935, no. 1 Alvin Singleton, new solo work Schubert, Sonata in A Major, D. 959
Canadian Brass Making Spirits Bright Friday, Dec. 15, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $39 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Program: Will be announced on stage and may include “You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch,” “A Charlie Brown Christmas,” and “Carol of the Bells.”
Takács Quartet Friday, March 22, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $38 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Program: Haydn, op. 76 no. 4 “Sunrise” Ngwenyama, flow Beethoven, op. 59, no. 2 All programs are subject to change.
Jeffery Siegel. Photo: Scottsdale Arts
Classical Community Concerts
Concerts with Commentary
Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Sundays Oct. 22, Dec. 10, Feb. 18, March 24, 4 p.m. The Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra was founded in 2023 to provide highly skilled musicians the opportunity to perform highcaliber live concert events that uplift, inspire, and culturally enrich its members and the community.
Series Sponsor: Dr. David and Joan Goldfarb Trust
Keyboard Conversations®️ with Jeffrey Siegel
Chopin and Liszt Tuesday, Dec. 5, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $26 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts The Power and Passion of Beethoven Tuesday, Jan. 9, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $26 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
A French Musical Feast Tuesday, Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $26 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Three Great Romantics Tuesday, March 5, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $26 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts All programs are subject to change.
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David Sedaris. Photo: Anne Fishbein
Comedy David Sedaris Friday, May 10, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $29 Orpheum Theatre, Phoenix A master of satire and one of today’s most observant writers, David Sedaris is beloved for his personal essays, short stories, plays, and books, including Me Talk Pretty One Day.
Dance Dance Series Sponsors: Betty Hum & Alan Yudell and Karen & John Voris
Films.Dance Screening A Global Film Series Produced by Jacob Jonas The Company Thursday, Oct. 5, 7 p.m. Tickets: $12 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts A facilitated conversation with company members of Jacob Jonas The Company about their recent film work. Live Q&A to follow. Julia Chacón Flamenco Theatre Flamenco Íntimo Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 6–28, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $34.50 Stage 2; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts National and international flamenco artists perform unforgettable dance and music, drawing on tradition and improvisation with beautiful costumes, undulating arms, fiery footwork, intricate Spanish guitar, and soul-stirring vocals. Title Partners:
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Hubbard Street Dance Chicago. Photo: Todd Rosenberg
Jacob Jonas The Company Friday, Nov. 17, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $46 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts L.A.’s Jacob Jonas The Company intersects dance across mediums and initiates nontraditional collaborations, creating works in a “robust fusion of acrobatics, ballet, modern and street dance” (Los Angeles Times). Program includes Early Bird, Mind Cry, and In A Rush To Do Nothing. RELATED EVENT: Post-Show Discussion | Friday, Nov. 17, with a local moderator The National Dance Company of Ireland Rhythm Of The YULETIDE Dance Christmas Special Friday, Nov. 24, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $35 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Join The National Dance Company of Ireland on a festive journey, and let the magic of Christmas begin with all your favorite Christmas songs, performed by world-class musicians, star vocalists, and worldchampion dancers.
Gibney Company. Photo: Michael Slobodian
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo Saturday, Feb. 17, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $49 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo brings its internationally beloved troupe of male dancers to Scottsdale to perform a brilliant combination of skillful pointe work and hilarious parodying of classical ballet favorites. RELATED EVENT: Post-Show Discussion | Saturday, Feb. 17, with a local moderator
Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Thursday, Feb. 1, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $50 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Hubbard Street Dance Chicago brings artists, art, and audiences together through its ever-evolving repertory of contemporary dance, created by today’s leading choreographic voices. The program includes Coltrane’s Favorite Things (choreography by Lar Lubovitch), Show Pony (choreography by Kyle Abraham), Aguas Que Van, Quieren Volver (choreography by Rena Butler), and Busk (choreography by Aszure Barton). RELATED EVENTS: Post-Show Discussion | Friday, Feb. 2, with a local moderator Student Matinee | Friday, Feb. 2, 11:30 a.m. | For details see p. 32 Student matinees sponsored by:
MOMIX: ALICE Sunday, March 3, 7 p.m. Tickets start at $46 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Seamlessly blending illusion, acrobatics, magic, and whimsy, MOMIX sends audiences flying down the rabbit hole in Moses Pendleton’s newest creation, ALICE, inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic Alice in Wonderland. Gibney Company Saturday, March 16, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $48 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Gibney Company commissions and performs works by renowned and rising international choreographers who are committed to exploring connections between the rigorous physicality of contemporary dance alongside responsive, humanistic storytelling. The program includes Bliss (choreography by Johan Ingar), A Measurable Existence (choreography by Yin Yue), and SARA (choreography by Sharon Eyal). RELATED EVENT: Post-Show Discussion | Saturday, March 16, with a local moderator
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Jake Shimabukuro. Photo: Courtesy of artist
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Jake Shimabukuro – Christmas in Hawai’i Saturday, Nov. 25, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $38 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Combining signature favorites with a vibrant catalog of holiday classics, Jake Shimabukuro – Christmas in Hawai’i is a warm welcome of merriment and wonder for the season.
Jazz Lounge: Victor Caldee and the Cuban Connection Trio Sunday, Nov. 19, 4 p.m. Tickets start at $24 Stage 2; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Join renowned Cuban artist Victor Caldee for a night of music, art, and expressions that reflect his incredible Cuban culture as well as the sounds of the Caribbean.
Mariachi Sol de Mexico® de Jose Hernandez presents Merry-Achi Christmas Saturday, Dec. 16, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets start at $49 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Maestro José Hernández and his platinumselling Mariachi Sol de México® perform treasured holiday classics and favorites from the mariachi songbook in this holiday fiesta. 12
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Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan Friday, Dec. 22, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $38 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts From heartwarming ballads to raucous dance tunes, the Squirrel Nut Zippers conjure an atmosphere nestled somewhere between the wondrous lights of Christmas and the backroom din of a speakeasy.
Jazz Lounge: I Got Rhythm—A Tribute to Cole Porter and George Gershwin Saturday, Jan. 13, 3 p.m. Tickets start at $30 Stage 2; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Jan Sandwich presents a new show saluting two of the greatest songwriters of all time with wonderful music like “I Got Rhythm,” “Someone to Watch Over Me,” “Just One of Those Things,” “My Heart Belongs to Daddy,” and many more. Arturo Sandoval 10-Time Grammy® Winner Saturday, Jan. 13, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $52 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts A protégé of the legendary jazz master Dizzy Gillespie, Arturo Sandoval is one of the most brilliant, multifaceted, and renowned musicians of our time.
DELFEAYO MARSALIS and the UPTOWN JAZZ ORCHESTRA. Photo: Zack Smith Photography
Cécile McLorin Salvant Thursday, Jan. 18, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $35 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Cécile McLorin Salvant is an eclectic curator, unearthing rarely recorded, forgotten jazz songs with strong narratives, interesting power dynamics, unexpected twists, and humor. DELFEAYO MARSALIS and the UPTOWN JAZZ ORCHESTRA Friday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $45 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Celebrate Mardi Gras with Delfeayo Marsalis and Uptown Jazz Orchestra as they stretch the boundaries of what is expected from big bands, offering up an extraordinary sense of joy and fun that could only come from New Orleans.
Cécile McLorin Salvant. Photo: courtesy of artist
Jazz Lounge: Alexis Janae | Love & Pain Saturday, Feb. 10, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $22 Stage 2; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Encounter an intimate and soulful performance with singer-songwriter Alexis Janae as she explores the concept of “love and pain.” SFJAZZ Collective Thursday, March 21, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $45 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Described as “contemporary jazz’s premier all-star band” by The New York Times, SFJAZZ Contemporary is celebrating their 10th season by performing a wide selection of material chosen and arranged by the members, from new compositions to timeless classics and everything in between.
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Wilco With Special Guests: My Brightest Diamond Tuesday, Oct. 3, 7 p.m. Wildly inventive, relentlessly tuneful—Wilco has been described by Rolling Stone as “one of America’s most consistently interesting bands.” General Admission $59.50 East Bowl; Scottsdale Civic Center
Photo: Charles Harris
Outdoor Events Dreamy Draw Music Festival Friday and Saturday Nov. 3 and 4, 1–11 p.m. Scottsdale Civic Center Featuring Midland, Lord Huron, Trampled by Turtles, Margo Price, Luke Grimes, and many more Inspired by the vibrant Southwestern spirit of Arizona, the Dreamy Draw Music Festival celebrates the harmonious fusion of country and Americana.
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The Jazz Ambassadors of The United States Army Field Band Thursday, Nov. 9, 6 p.m. Tickets: Free East Bowl; Scottsdale Civic Center Be inspired and entertained by the military’s finest musicians at a patriotic concert in honor of Veterans Day with the official touring big band of the United States Army. The Mavericks With Special Guests: Robert Jon & The Wreck Saturday, Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m. General Admission $62.50 East Bowl; Scottsdale Civic Center Known for crisscrossing musical boundaries with abandon, The Mavericks effortlessly combine country, rock, and a variety of Latin styles, creating an unmistakable signature sound.
Sun & Sounds March 3, 10, 17, 24, 2024, noon–4 p.m. Tickets: Free 360 Stage; Scottsdale Civic Center Experience the best music Arizona has to offer in a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere, surrounded by unique artist vendors, cold drinks at the bar, and plenty of good company. Supporting Partner:
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ariZoni Awards of Theatre Excellence. Desert Foothills Theater’s cast of Les Miserables. Photo: Tiffany Elyse Photography
Theatre ariZoni Theatre Awards of Excellence Youth Celebration - Monday, Oct. 2, 5:30 p.m. Adult Celebration - Monday, Oct. 2, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $20.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts The ariZoni Theatre Awards are dedicated to celebrating and recognizing the exceptional work of more than 35 theaters located throughout the Valley of the Sun. Assisted Living The Musical®: The HOME for the Holidays Thursday, Dec. 14 –Sunday, Dec. 17 2 and 5 p.m. Tickets start at $37 Stage 2; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Christmas and retirement will never be the same in this all-new, hysterical holiday sequel to Assisted Living: The Musical®, the runaway hit about the nursing home and beyond.
Detour Company Theatre Footloose: The Musical Friday, Jan. 5, 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 6, 3 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 7, 3 p.m. Tickets: Pay-What-You-Wish with RSVP Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Cut loose with this exciting show about liberation, passion, and selfdetermination, featuring iconic songs like “Holding Out for a Hero,” “Footloose,” and “Let’s Hear It for the Boy.” Detour Company Theatre: Summer Performance Friday, June 7, 7 p.m. Saturday, June 8, 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, June 9, 3 p.m. Tickets: Pay-What-You-Wish with RSVP Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Detour Company Theatre family-friendly and inspiring musical productions showcase the theatrical talent, courage, and artistry of adults with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities.
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The TEN Tenors. Photo: Courtesy of the artist
Voice Tower of Power: Holidays & Hits Tour Tuesday and Wednesday, Nov. 28 and 29, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $43 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Described as “a big band of scorching funk” by All About Jazz, Tower of Power has delivered the best in funk and soul music for more than 55 years. The TEN Tenors — Greatest Hits Live! Saturday, Feb. 24, 8 p.m. Tickets start at $59 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Formed in 1995, The TEN Tenors are the world’s longest running classical crossover act, having headlined more than 3,500 concerts around the world, and now they’re coming to Scottsdale.
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The Phoenix Chorale Mozart Requiem Saturday, March 9, 8 p.m. Sunday, March 10, 2 p.m. Tickets start at $23 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts The Grammy®-winning Phoenix Chorale, led by artistic director Christopher Gabbitas since 2019, is regarded as one of the finest choral ensembles of the western classical tradition in North America. The Scottsdale Chorus Saturday, June 1, 3 p.m. Tickets start at $30 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Take a familiar melody, blend in fascinating rhythms, and multiply it by 80-plus energetic singers and performers, and you get the incomparable Scottsdale Chorus!
Storm Large Wednesday, Feb. 28, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $34 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Storm Large shot to national prominence in 2006 as a finalist on the CBS show Rock Star: Supernova, where, despite having been eliminated in the week before the finale, she built a fan base that follows her around the world to this day.
Photo: Laura Domela
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Gibney Company, March 16 Photo: Michael Slobodian
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Joshua Bell and Larisa Martínez, May 11 Photo: Shervin Lainez
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Special Events Oct
AJ’s The Art of Wine and Tastes of the Season Saturday, Oct. 7, VIP Hour: noon–1 p.m.; General Admission: 1–3 p.m. VIP Tickets: $100 / VIP ONE Members $90 General Entry: $75 / ONE Members: $65 Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Exhibition Opening Celebration HOME-ing: Judith Miller and David Dauncey Thursday, Oct. 12, 4–5:30 p.m. Tickets: Free Civic Center Public Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library Glow Up @SMoCA: Sound Bath Thursday, Oct. 12, 7 p.m. Tickets: $20 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)
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Celebrating Windows to the West, The Desert’s Garden, and Scottsdale City Hall Thursday, Oct. 26, 4–6 p.m. Tickets: Free Scottsdale Civic Center Join the city of Scottsdale and Scottsdale Public Art in celebrating the newest and oldest public artworks in the city’s collection, as well as Scottsdale City Hall, on Thursday, Oct. 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Scottsdale Civic Center. Featuring speakers, a dance performance, live music, food, and giveaways, we’ll recognize the 50th anniversary of Windows to the West by Louise Nevelson, celebrate the new artwork The Desert’s Garden by Tammi Lynch-Forrest, and commemorate the historic designation of Scottsdale City Hall, which is celebrating 55 years. This free event is open to the public and begins at Windows to the West. RSVP at ScottsdalePublicArt.org/events.
Mystery in the Museum Friday, Oct. 27, 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $45 per pair, $30 per individual Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) Succulent Skulls with Dig It Gardens Saturday, Oct. 28, noon Tickets: $45 per pair, $30 per individual Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)
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Canal Convergence Opening Celebration Saturday, Nov. 5, 6–9 p.m. Tickets: $15 Scottsdale Arts ONE Members, $35 Non-members Scottsdale Waterfront Sip, savor, and sustain the arts. Raise a toast to Canal Convergence with an exclusive experience in The Lounge! Don’t miss out on an evening of unforgettable art and ambiance along the Scottsdale Waterfront. Each reservation includes one drink voucher and light hors d’oeuvres. Limited capacity. Glow Up @SMoCA: Mindful Movement Thursday, Nov. 16, 7 p.m. Tickets: $20 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)
Glow Up @SMoCA: Mindful Movement. Photo: Rembrandt Quiballo
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Mystery in the Museum Encore Presentation Friday, Dec. 8, 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $45 per pair, $30 per individual Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) Trivia Night @SMoCA: Holiday Edition Friday, Dec. 15, 7 p.m. Tickets: $15 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) Glow Up @SMoCA: Sound Bath at Sunrise Thursday, Dec. 21, 6:30 a.m. Tickets: $20 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)
Mystery in the Museum. Photo: Charles Darr
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Exhibition Opening Celebration COLORLOVE Thursday, Jan. 11, 4–5:30 p.m. Tickets: Free Civic Center Public Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library
Arizona Concours d’Elegance The Art of Automotive Design Sunday, Jan. 21, 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. Scottsdale Civic Center A curated and judged exhibition of the world’s finest collector cars, the Arizona Concours d’Elegance is a celebration of automotive design, supporting the arts and local artists.
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SMoCA Celebrates 25 Years!
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SMoCA’s 25th Anniversary and Opening Save the Date! Wednesday, Feb. 14 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) Join us for a special evening celebrating SMoCA’s 25th anniversary and our new exhibitions: Dorothy Fratt: Color Mirage and Carolina AranibarFernandez: Rastros Invisibles [Invisible Trace].
Scottsdale Family ArtsFest at SkySong will be a free, two-day festival of creativity that includes performances, interactive demonstrations, creative interventions, and culinary delights from local food trucks throughout SkySong.
Exhibition Opening Celebration Flirting with the Desert: Koryn Woodward Wasson Thursday, April 11 4–5:30 p.m. Tickets: Free Civic Center Public Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library
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Scottsdale Family ArtsFest Friday, March 22, 5–9 p.m. Saturday, March 23, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Tickets: Free Admission SkySong,1365 N. Scottsdale Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85257
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Visions 25th Anniversary Opening Celebration Visions ’24 Friday, May 10, 5–7 p.m. Tickets: Free Center Space gallery, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts AJ’s The Art of Wine and Tastes of the Season Saturday, May 18 VIP Hour: noon–1 p.m. General Admission: 1–3 p.m. Tickets: TBA Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
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Save the Date! Scottsdale Arts ARTrageous Gala | Cosmic Crescendo Saturday, April 6 Scottsdale Civic Center Join us for a transcendent gala event that captures the awe-inspiring essence of the cosmos, where various artistic disciplines come together in harmony to create an extraordinary artistic fusion. Guests will be reminded of the transformative power of art and education, demonstrating Scottsdale Arts’ impact on the community and the importance of supporting its mission at Scottsdale Civic Center. Premier-level sponsorship and partnership opportunities are available. Contact Denise Wisdom, corporate and foundation relations manager, at DeniseW@ScottsdaleArts.org or Marcus Pittaluga, individual giving manager, at MarcusP@ScottsdaleArts.org to learn more about sponsor partnership opportunities.
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We Are Scottsdale Arts! Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Scottsdale Public Art Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation Canal Convergence Civic Center LIVE
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DICE, coming to Canal Convergence 2023. Rendering: courtesy of Iregular
Canal Convergence, November 3 –12 Join us this November for 10 nights of immersive art experiences at the Scottsdale Waterfront. Featuring: • Large-scale, light-based public art from local, national, and international artists. • Educational workshops, family-friendly activities, and art tours (ticketed and walk-up). • Nightly live music and fire shows, and bespoke dance performances on weekends. • Beer and wine garden all 10 days, food trucks on weekends, and so much more! Admission: Free and open to all ages, dogs are also welcome! Friday, Nov. 3–Saturday, Nov. 4, 6–10 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 5–Thursday, Nov. 9, 6–9 p.m. Friday, Nov. 10–Saturday, Nov. 11, 6–10 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 12 (closing night), 6–9 p.m. Location: The Scottsdale Waterfront, in and above the Arizona Canal and along the pedestrian pathways and bridges, between Scottsdale Road and Goldwater Boulevard in Floom by Walter Productions. Canal Convergence 2021. Photo: Aero Drone Visions
Scottsdale, Arizona. Sponsors and Partners:
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Darren Jeffrey
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Nicole Olsen|Movement Chaos, Wishful Waters & Starry Nights. Canal Convergence 2022. Photo: David Blakeman
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Celebrating
50 Years of Public Art Laura Haddad and Tom Drugan, Water Mark. Photo: Scottsdale Arts
Since the earliest days of Scottsdale’s history, art and culture have been an essential part of Scottsdale’s identity. In the early 1900s, artists came to Scottsdale to create in the bright light of our desert atmosphere. In the early 1970s, community leaders knew they wanted a work of public art for the new Civic Center Plaza, designed by internationally recognized architect Bennie Gonzales. With a bold decision, they chose one of America’s foremost artists, Louise Nevelson to create a monumental work of public art for the citizens of Scottsdale. With matching funds from the National Endowment for the Arts, the commission was completed and dedicated on Nov. 11, 1973. On Thursday, Oct. 26, from 4 to 6 p.m., we will be celebrating the oldest and newest public art commissions this year, both commissioned for Scottsdale Civic Center. In conjunction with recognizing the 50th anniversary of Louise Nevelson’s Atmosphere and Environments XIII, (also known as Windows to the West), we will be commemorating our newest public artwork completed in June 2023 by Tammi Lynch-Forrest, The Desert’s Garden, located outside of Scottsdale City Hall, which is also celebrating 55 years.
Louise Nevelson, Windows to the West, 1973. Photo: Scottsdale Arts
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Scottsdale is made better through public art. Citizens find pride in their city, and visitors are delighted while making memories during their travels. Scottsdale Public Art fully embodies, provides for, and encourages the idea that art is for everyone. Everyone benefits from the creativity of others, from their artistic vision that is made available for everyone to enjoy. We look forward to the next era of public art commissions to make Scottsdale the place where we all can live with art and love this place.
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Civic Center LIVE Your home for outdoor experiences under the Southwest sky
At the corner of Brown and Main, in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, there’s a portal from the western-themed shops and trendy eateries to a world of artistic wonders. Simply take a few steps to the east and let the newly renovated Scottsdale Civic Center welcome you to an illuminating mix of historic landmarks, imaginative public art, notable architecture, and thrilling performance venues. The tree-lined West Paseo leads to an outdoor gathering space surrounded by Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, City Hall, and the Civic Center Library—all designed by legendary Arizona architect Bennie Gonzales. Along the way you’ll encounter George-Ann Tognoni’s The Yearlings, a graceful equine bronze, and the artist’s bronze memorial to Scottsdale founders Winfield and Helen Scott, just outside the Scottsdale Historical Museum. History of a different sort welcomes you into the full expanse of Scottsdale Civic Center in the contemporary abstract form of Louise Nevelson’s Windows to the West. Towering over the Nevelson and the nearby West Bowl amphitheater are massive shade trees, offering a respite from the afternoon sun as
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music lovers gather around the 360 Stage for free Sun & Sounds concerts on Sundays in the springtime. When not hosting shows, the stage’s elegant shade structure provides a peaceful place to relax on colorful patio furniture. You’ll find a new version of the Marshall Gardens, a longtime destination for weddings and other celebratory gatherings, north of the 360 Stage. The updated gardens feature a vibrant artificial turf with purple concrete accents surrounding a picturesque fountain. East of the 360 Stage is the expansive Civic Lawn, a gathering place for elegant events like January’s automotive showcase, the Arizona Concours d’Elegance, or Scottsdale Arts’ annual springtime fundraiser, The ARTrageous Gala. With the iconic LOVE sculpture by Robert Indiana in the background, the Civic Lawn is also popular for quinceañera photos and marriage proposals. Nearby, a sculpture of Mayor Herb Drinkwater looks out over the Civic Lawn while the busy boulevard named for the former city leader runs through a tunnel below, the location for a
new artwork in progress by Barbara Grygutis. Other longtime Civic Center artworks can still be found surrounding City Hall, alongside Tammi Lynch-Forrest’s new colorful mosaic The Desert’s Garden. Another blast of color is located outside the Civic Center Library’s children’s section where the Children’s Garden, complete with a splash pad and playground area, is tinted with cool blues. Your last stop is the Civic Center’s larger amphitheater, the East Bowl, a new concert venue designed to host nationally and internationally touring acts through our series of Civic Center LIVE events, kicking off here in October with the alt-country band Wilco, followed by the debut of the eclectic Dreamy Draw Music Festival and a visit from the Latin-inspired Americana act The Mavericks, both in November. So, grab a blanket or low-rise lawn chair, get your concert tickets, and join us for some excellent tunes under those dreamy desert skies this season at Scottsdale Civic Center!
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Workshops & Lectures Nicole L Olson in Phillip K. Smith III: Three Parallels. Photo: Rembrandt Quiballo
Artist Talks
Knight Rise at Sunset
Three Parallels + Four Shades: Artist Talk & Performance Saturday, Jan. 13, 5 p.m. Tickets: $40 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) An intimate conversation between artist Phillip K. Smith III and award-winning SMoCA architect Will Bruder inside Smith’s Three Parallels exhibition. The conversation will be followed by Four Shades, a site-specific performance by Nicole L Olson, in collaboration with intermedia artist Shomit Barua.
Select Wednesdays, November–March Tickets: $45 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) James Turrell is an internationally renowned, Arizona-based conceptual artist who is integral to the Light and Space art movement. In this illuminating SMoCA tour and workshop, you will experience the sunset inside Knight Rise, one of Turrell’s Skyscapes, as you capture the sunset’s glow with watercolors. To learn more about this program, dates and times visit : ScottsdaleArtsLearning.org or scan the QR code:
Rebels en Pointe: A Panel Discussion with the Trocks Saturday, Feb. 17, noon Tickets: Pay-What-You-Wish; RSVP Required Stage 2; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Members of Les Ballets de Trockadero’s artistic leadership team and company members discuss the company’s history following its inception in the wake of the Stonewall riots, using archival videos to illustrate the Trocks’ approach to ballet, gender, and drag performance. Dance, Advocacy & Entrepreneurship Virtual Talk with Gina Gibney & Gilbert Small II Monday, Feb. 26, 2 p.m. Tickets: Pay-What-You-Wish; RSVP Required Virtual Tune into this virtual event for an engaging talk with Gibney Company’s artistic director, Gina Gibney, and company director, Gilbert Small II, on the intersection of dance, advocacy, and entrepreneurship.
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Memory Lounge Twice each month, 1–2:30 p.m Tickets $20 per couple Center Space gallery, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Memory Lounge is a program for people living with mild to moderate stages of dementia-related illness and their care partners. It is an enjoyable social outing that helps couples live in the moment as they engage in the arts. To learn more about this program, dates and times visit: ScottsdaleArtsLearning.org or scan the QR code: Memory Lounge is supported by:
Memory Lounge. Photo: Betty L Hum Photography
Library Creatives Library Creatives is a partnership between Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation and Scottsdale Public Library that provides all-ages, hands-on workshops and artist talks related to Scottsdale Public Art exhibitions on view at Scottsdale Civic Center Library. Pieces of Home: A Conversation with Artist Couple Judith Ann Miller and David Dauncey Wednesday, Oct. 18, 5–6 p.m. Tickets: Free, RSVP Required Location: Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 Gel Plate Printmaking with HOME-ING Artists Thursday, Nov. 2, 4:30–6:30 p.m. Tickets: Free, RSVP Required Location: Scottsdale Civic Center Library 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
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Keepsake Boxes with Artist Judith Ann Miller Wednesday, Dec. 6, 4:30–6:30 p.m. Tickets: Free, RSVP Required Location: Scottsdale Civic Center Library, 3839 N Drinkwater Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Balancing Acts Writing workshop Tuesdays, 4–6 p.m. Tickets: $225 for 8-part series starting Oct. 10 Virtual Even at its most rewarding, caregiving can be a lonely job. Join others who spend their days and nights looking after young children, aging parents, and anyone in between as we learn from one another and build community through writing and workshopping true stories.
AZ Dance Meetups Friday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m. | Pre-show Jacob Jonas The Company Friday, Feb. 2, 7 p.m. | Pre-show Hubbard Street Dance Company Join enthusiastic members of the dance community at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts prior to select dance performances for a casual meet-up and industry mixer! This is an opportunity for dance artists, teachers, schools, fitness professionals, and those involved in the dance community to convene, get inspired, talk dance, network, and hopefully make new friends! Free; RSVP: Diandra Adamczyk, DiandraA@scottsdalearts.org
Masterclasses MOMIX ALICE: Public Masterclass Sunday, March 3, 2–3:30 p.m. Tickets: $20 Off-site TBD Join company dancers for an exclusive public masterclass with MOMIX. This class will be designed for advanced dancers, focusing on movement and repertoire from MOMIX’s full-length production, ALICE. Gibney PRO: Movement Workshop Friday, March 15, 6–7:30 p.m. Tickets: $20 Ballet Arizona 2835 E. Washington Street Phoenix, AZ 85034 Dive into the repertoire of Gibney Company in an intimate workshop setting led by Gibney Company’s artistic associates. In this workshop designed for emerging artists, you will get a glimpse into Gibney Company’s ethos and daily practices, starting with a class that will prepare you to take on the choreography of world-renowned artists, such as Johan Inger, Sonya Tayeh, and Yue Yin. Limited availability.
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Schools & Educators Scottsdale Arts offers a broad range of visual and performing arts experiences for students and teachers from pre-K through post-secondary. For more information on how to bring these programs to your school, please visit sarts.co/SASALI, call us at 480-499-TKTS (8587), or email us at Learning@ScottsdaleArts.org.
Arizona Wolf Trap Collaborating with early childhood educators, professional teaching artists model arts-integrated lessons that infuse music, movement, storytelling, puppetry, and creative drama with curriculum topics to engage children in meaningful learning experiences.
Cultural Connections Through the Arts Cultural Connections Through the Arts is a classroom-based, arts-integrated residency program. Hands-on experiences allow students to creatively explore their world, collaboratively ideate, and imagine solutions to current and future problems. Residencies explore topics including music composition, spoken word, and visual literacy.
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Cultural Connections Dance For more than three decades, Cultural Connections Dance has provided high school and post-secondary dance students with a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to work with touring professional companies and their dancers through masterclasses, performances, and workshops.
“Before today, I dreaded improv and I always just defaulted to choreograph strictly to a specific guideline. Creating things on the spot is nerving as I always strive for them to be perfect. After today, I was able to open up and be vulnerable, tap into this whole new side of creating. This class was amazing. I thought it was going to be very technical but I am glad it wasn’t. I was able to push my choreographic limits and even connect with someone new!” –Student in the Cultural Connections Dance program
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Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Student Matinee | Friday, Feb. 2, 11:30 a.m. Tickets: $5 Virginia G. Piper Theater; Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Recommended for grades 3 and up. The mission of Hubbard Street Dance Chicago is to bring artists, art, and audiences together to enrich, engage, educate, and change lives through the experience of dance. Students will experience recent works from their repertoire and engage with the artists in a post-show Q&A.
Hope Chest: Remembering the Holocaust Hope Chest is a comprehensive curriculum and kit of teaching resources designed to immerse students in Holocaust survivor Oskar Knoblauch’s memoir, A Boy’s Story, A Man’s Memory: Surviving the Holocaust 1933–1945. Oskar’s story of survival and relevant themes of hope, respect, and giving 110% will inspire and connect directly to students’ lives while supporting academic standards.
“Having programs such as this is a resource that cannot be measured. Students are exposed to literature they would normally not read, discussions at a deeper level, exposed to different viewpoints as well as gaining such insight into WWII. Programs like the Hope Chest allow for growth in different styles of learning for students.” —Teacher participant from Hope Chest
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Kennedy Center Arts Integration Professional Development for Teachers These evidence-based workshops led by national teaching artists provide the tools for teachers to creatively engage students using arts integration strategies in their classrooms.
Visions Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Visions is a year-long visual arts program provided to Valley teens. In collaboration with six high schools, advanced art students visit Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) for discipline-based, contemporary, and civically involved art workshops with professional teaching artists.
Learning & Innovation Supporters of our Schools & Educator Programs are: Betty Hum and Alan Yudell
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SMoCA 25 Years For nearly 25 years, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) has been at the forefront of its field, showcasing the very best artists and thinkers of our time through exhibitions, publications, and events. Designed by award-winning architect Will Bruder, the Museum features a Skyspace by Arizona-based artist James Turrell, one of the most significant artists of his generation. As an artist and audience centered institution, SMoCA brings communities together under the shared philosophy that art has the power to engage our imaginations, challenge our perceptions, and inspire change. The Museum works with emerging and established artists from around the world and from our own community to support new commissions and encourage dialogue about the art of today. The result is a lively community space that is a laboratory for creative thinking and new ideas. By embracing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility as organizational values, SMoCA and creatives across platforms promote cross-cultural dialogue and foster mutual understanding and respect. This fall, join the Museum for exhibitions featuring an immersive, lightbased installation by Phillip K. Smith III, alongside a traveling landmark exhibition of work by Christina Fernandez, the Los Angeles-based artist who has spent 30 years in a rich exploration of migration, labor, gender, her Mexican American identity, and the unique capacities of the photographic medium itself. Also on view is the world premiere of Dutch artist Roelof Knol’s immersive installation, the space in between, which
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creates a playful, interactive, audiovisual experience where viewers explore their relationship between digital and physical spaces. And visit the Museum’s newly transitioned gallery space for an intimate selection of works from the Museum’s collection, Earth and Sky. Sign up for new experiences with the return of our most loved programs this fall and winter. Come alone or link up with friends to create Succulent Skulls with Dig It Gardens right in time for the Day of the Dead, connect with yourself through one of our mind and body Glow Up experiences, solve the newest mystery that awaits during Mystery in the Museum, or hear from artists and creatives firsthand at one of our exhibition-related artist talks. Visit SMoCA and experience the unexpected!
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Exhibitions & Gallery Tours On View @SMoCA Phillip K. Smith III: Three Parallels Oct. 29, 2022–Jan. 14, 2024 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and curated by Jennifer McCabe, director and chief curator. Presenting Partner: Walter and Karla Goldschmidt Supporting Sponsors: Louise Roman and Will Bruder
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Christina Fernandez: Multiple Exposures Sept. 16, 2023–Jan. 7, 2024 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) Organized by UCR ARTS and curated by Joanna Szupinska, with Chon Noriega as curatorial advisor. Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art presentation organized by Keshia Turley, assistant curator. Support provided by The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, and the National Endowment for the Arts. Additional publication support by AltaMed Health Services, and Furthermore: a program of the J.M. Kaplan Fund.
Dorothy Fratt: Color Mirage Feb. 3–July 21, 2024 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)
Phillip K. Smith III: Three Parallels at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. Photo: Lance Gerber.
Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and co-curated by Jennifer McCabe, director and chief curator, and Lauren R. O’Connell, curator of contemporary art. Title Partner: Walter and Karla Goldschmidt Foundation Signature Sponsor: Joan Prior & John Armstrong Supporting Sponsors: Nancy & Robert Kravetz Philanthropic Fund and anonymous donor.
Roelof Knol: the space in between Sept. 23, 2023–July 28, 2024 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)
Earth and Sky Sept. 23, 2023–Jan. 7, 2024 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)
Carolina Aranibar-Fernández: Rastros Invisibles [Invisible Traces] Feb. 10–Aug. 4, 2024 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)
This exhibition is part of the series PROJECT SPACE—an initiative that supports emerging and established artists in expanding their practice. Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and curated by Julie Ganas, curator of engagement and digital initiatives. Title Partner: Walter and Karla Goldschmidt Foundation
Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and curated by Lauren R. O’Connell, curator of contemporary art.
Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and curated by Keshia Turley, assistant curator. Title Partner: Walter and Karla Goldschmidt Foundation
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SMoCA Tours Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) offers tours to develop skills in observation, reflection, and inquiry through dialogue, play, and collective meaning-making. Tours are available Tuesday through Thursday only (unless noted otherwise). To book, visit ScottsdaleArtsLearning.org/museum-programs. SMoCA Discovery Tour Visitors gain a greater understanding of how to look at contemporary art through inquiry and in-gallery activities. 60-minute tour. Free for K–12, nonprofits, and higher education students with school ID. $10 per person plus admission for all other groups; maximum of 30 per tour SMoCA Discovery Tour + Workshop Hour-long Discovery Tour with an additional one-hour workshop experience that explores artistic process and materials through hands-on activities.
SMoCA Discovery Tour + Workshop Best for larger groups! Explore the Scottsdale Public Art Permanent Collection with an additional one-hour, sensory-based experience with the sculptures located just outside SMoCA at Scottsdale Civic Center. Note: Public Art Sensory experience is available depending on weather conditions. Two-hour experience free for K-12, nonprofits, and higher education students with school ID. $10 per person plus admission for all other groups; maximum 45 per tour Insight Art Tours These tours are led by curatorial staff and offered on a first-come, first-served basis every first Friday of the month at 11 a.m.
$5 per student for K–12, nonprofits, or higher education groups. $25 plus admission for all other groups; maximum of 30 per tour
Community-Based Exhibitions Coming to Terms July 21, 2023–April 29, 2024 Center Space gallery, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Breaking the Binary Oct. 11, 2023–April 15, 2024 ArtReach Space, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Exhibition concept based on research by Alexander P. Christensen, Eileen R. Cardillo, and Anjan Chatterjee. Organized by Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation and curated by Laura Hales, curator of Learning & Innovation.
Organized by Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation and Brittany Arnold, community engagement manager in partnership with one•n•ten, a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving and assisting lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/ questioning (LGBTQ+) youth.
HOME-ing: Judith Ann Miller and David Dauncey Oct. 10–Dec. 31, 2023 Civic Center Public Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library Organized by Scottsdale Public Art and curated by Wendy Raisanen, curator of collections and exhibitions.
COLORLOVE Jan. 8–March 30, 2024 Civic Center Public Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library Organized by Scottsdale Public Art and curated by Wendy Raisanen, curator of collections and exhibitions with juror/co-curator Tucson artist Lex Gjurasic.
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Flirting with the Desert: Koryn Woodward Wasson April 8–July 1, 2024 Civic Center Public Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library Organized by Scottsdale Public Art and curated by Wendy Raisanen, curator of collections and exhibitions. Visions ’24 May 10–Sept. 8, 2024 Center Space gallery, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Organized by Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation and Brittany Arnold, community engagement manager.
“I am proud that I finished a piece that represents my identity in a good, interpretive way. I love that I was able to make a piece that was fully up to me and my ideas.” —Multimedia student, Central High School, in the Visions program
Visions ’23 student. Photo: Scottsdale Arts
The Stores at Scottsdale Arts
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At the retail stores of Scottsdale Arts, The Shop@SMoCA and The Store @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, we take pride in offering unique and inspiring products created by talented Arizona, regional, and international artists. We have a vast array of upscale decor, jewelry, sculptures, and other one-of-a-kind items; from our carefully curated selection of home decor to our exquisite pieces of wearable art, there’s something here for everyone. By supporting our retail stores, you are supporting our organization’s mission to contribute to the growth of the arts. The profit from your purchase goes directly towards funding our mission of promoting the arts and enriching the cultural community. The Shop@SMoCA is open during regular museum hours. The Store @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is open Wednesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m., and during most performances. Call us at 480-874-4644, stop by either of our retail locations, or visit us online at Stores.ScottsdaleArts.org 38
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Rentals Host Your Event at Scottsdale Arts!
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The Scottsdale Arts rental program provides opportunities for businesses, community organizations, and individuals to host special events—from large trade shows, festivals, concerts, and theatrical productions to private meetings and wedding receptions—using the facilities and resources of Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA), and Scottsdale Civic Center. Proceeds support the nonprofit Scottsdale Arts and the many arts programs it presents for the Scottsdale community. Learn more at ScottsdaleArts.org or scan the QR code with your mobile device.
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Plan Your Visit Visit SMoCA Scan the QR code with your mobile device to learn more about Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA). Hours Closed Mondays, Tuesdays, and major holidays. Wednesday, 11 a.m.—5 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m.—7 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.—5 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.—5 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m.—5 p.m. Admission Scottsdale Arts ONE Members: Free Non-members: $10 online, $12 walk-up. Students, seniors (65+), veterans, active duty-military, and teachers: $7 online, $9 walk-up. Pay-What-You-Wish admission every Thursday and second Saturday of the month.
The Scottsdale Arts Campus Located in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, we have convenient, free parking available at the following locations: Wells Fargo Ave Garage 3888 N Wells Fargo Ave Civic Center Library Garage 3803 N Drinkwater Blvd Rideshare drop-off and pick-up at: 7380 E 2nd St Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Visit Civic Center LIVE Scan the QR code with your mobile device to learn more about Civic Center LIVE:
Visit Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Scan the QR code with your mobile device to learn more about Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Seating Maps To view all seating charts and views from seats, visit: Seatmaps.ScottsdaleArts.org
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Accessibility The Scottsdale Arts team strives to make every visit and experience inspiring, enjoyable, and accessible. If you have any questions, concerns, or if you simply need additional information, do not hesitate to give us a call at 480-499-8587. Those with hearing or speech disability may call 7-1-1 for assistance in connecting with our box office. Wheelchair-Accessible Seating When purchasing your tickets online, over the phone or in person, please request the accommodation you may need at the time of purchase. Please note requests for chairs and other preferences. For online orders, seating accommodation is asked at the checkout page. Assistive-Listening Devices • FM system • Loop necklace compatibility
American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation ASL interpretation can be requested for any show in the season. Please request this service at least two weeks prior to the event date. Live Audio Description and Cart Captioning Please request at least two weeks in advance. Braille and Large-Print Programs To ensure quantities are available, please request at least two weeks in advance. Sensory Kits Limited quantities of sensory kits designed for patrons with autism or sensory-processing disorders are available to be checked out. Please request the kit on site at the box office or through event staff.
To guarantee accommodation is available in time for the event you’re attending, please notify our Box Office staff when purchasing your tickets, no less than two weeks prior to your performance date. If less than two weeks’ notice is provided, we cannot guarantee the availability of all accommodation, however, we will make every effort to do so! Phone Relay Service Persons with varying levels of hearing or a speech challenges, for relay service, please call 7-1-1.
We’d love to hear from you about your experiences at our venue and your needs for having an enjoyable performing arts experience. Please call or email our events director, Jamie Prins, at 480-874-4697 or JPrins@ScottsdaleArts.org for more information on our accessibility offerings or to let us know of any needs you may have. More information on accessibility at the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts including details on accessible parking can be found online at: ScottsdalePerformingArts.org/visit/accessibility.
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2023–24 Partners & Sponsors Scottsdale Arts is pleased to recognize the following individuals, corporations, foundations, government agencies, and in-kind donors for their support of the arts in our community this season. For more information on participating as a sponsor or partner, please contact Denise Wisdom, corporate and foundations manager, at 480-874-4669 or DeniseW@ScottsdaleArts.org or Marcus Pittaluga, individual giving manager, at 480-425-5353 or MarcusP@ScottsdaleArts.org.
World Class Alison Lewis and Craig Krumwiede
John & Karen Voris
Title Betty Hum & Alan Yudell
Christine & Richard Kovach
Walter and Karla Goldschmidt Foundation
Presenting Dr. David and Joan Goldfarb Trust
Barbey Foundation
Kellenberger + Tollefson Center for LGBTQ Mark J. and Elizabeth L. Kogan Family Trust
Panasonic
Sunflower Bank
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Collaborating
Adam and Iris Singer APS Arizona Catering Co. Arizona Informant Arizona Republic’s Season for Sharing Astral Atlasta Catering BMO Center for Jewish Philanthropy of Greater Phoenix Center for Jewish Philanthropy Youth Board Ethelyn Cohen Galbut Beabeau HonorHealth Hotel Adeline Hotel Valley Ho Hoverlay Joan Prior and John Armstrong Ketel One Lincoln Property Company Nelson Art Northern Trust Overture Arcadia Seedlip Sirius Structures Sonder the Monarch Straight to the Plate Catering The Theodore R. Stephan Endowment for Student Matinees Thunderbirds Charities Tito’s Handmade Vodka Total Shade
A Better Way Blick Art Supplies Elise and Dan Parish Experience Scottsdale McDowell Sonoran Conservancy Milagro Tequila Overture North Scottsdale Tamar Weiss, In Memory of Emil Weiss whiteLAVA creative and metal art
Supporting
Anonymous Arleen Lorrance and Diane Kennedy Pike Chet and Ann Goldberg Estate Chris and Bob Irish Cynthia Muss Lawrence Diane Rejman Eric Jungermann and Family Fred J. English and Sara M. English Charitable Trust J. Patrick McCarthy Estate Joan Mills Miller Estate Linda and Sherman Saperstein Lou Jekel Patricia Aloe-Stauber Richard Herman Estate Sara and David Lieberman Sue and Robert Karatz The Theodore R Stephan Trust for Student Matinees
Advise & Curate Airpark Signs & Graphics Christy and Charles Jerz Dollar Radio Rentals Louise Roman and Will Bruder Merle and Steve Rosskam Nancy and Robert Kravetz Philanthropic Fund Peggy Sharp Chamberlain Renewal by Andersen Republic National Distributing Company Rhonda and Gary Anderson ScanSource Charitable Foundation Scottsdale Charros Scottsdale Leadership Scottsdale Unified School District SO Scottsdale! Walter Station Brewery Western States Arts Federation (WESTAF)
Spirit of the Community Chompie’s Restaurant, Deli, and Bakery Pink Sky Photobooth Vibe Spot Westin Kierland Resort & Spa
Legacy Society In recognition and memory of Michael & Ellen G. Ziegler and their contributions to Scottsdale Arts. The Legacy Society honors those who have included Scottsdale Arts in their will, trust, insurance policy, or estate plans. Joining The Legacy Society is a meaningful and generous way to continue sharing your values with future generations while enjoying recognition with a network of like-minded friends today. We proudly recognize the following Scottsdale Arts Legacy Society members:
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Calendar At-A-Glance Oct ariZoni Theatre Awards of Excellence Oct. 2 Wilco With Special Guests: My Brightest Diamond Oct. 3 Films.Dance Screening A Global Film Series Produced by Jacob Jonas The Company Oct. 5
Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Oct. 22
Jazz Lounge: Victor Caldee and the Cuban Connection Trio Nov. 19
Canadian Brass Making Spirits Bright Dec. 15
Celebrating Windows to the West, The Desert’s Garden, and Scottsdale City Hall Oct. 26
The National Dance Company of Ireland Rhythm Of The YULETIDE Dance Christmas Special Nov. 24
Mariachi Sol de Mexico® de Jose Hernandez presents Merry-Achi Christmas Dec. 16
Mystery in the Museum Oct. 27 Succulent Skulls with Dig It Gardens Oct. 28
Julia Chacón Flamenco Theatre Flamenco Íntimo Oct. 6–28
Nov
AJ’s The Art of Wine and Tastes of the Season Oct. 7
Gel Plate Printmaking with HOME-ING Artists Nov. 2
Exhibition Opens (Civic Center Library) HOME-ing: Judith Miller and David Dauncey Oct. 10
Dreamy Draw Music Festival Nov. 3–4
Exhibition Opens (ArtReach Space) Breaking the Binary Oct. 11
Canal Convergence Opening Celebration Nov. 4
Glow Up @SMoCA: Sound Bath Oct. 12 Turtle Island Quartet Oct. 15
Canal Convergence Nov. 3–12
The Jazz Ambassadors of The United States Army Field Band Nov. 9 Glow Up @SMoCA: Mindful Movement Nov. 16
Pieces of Home: A Conversation with Artist Couple Judith Ann Miller and David Dauncey Oct. 18
AZ Dance Meetup Nov. 17
Alexander Malofeev Oct. 19
Jacob Jonas The Company Nov. 17 The Mavericks With Special Guests: Robert Jon & The Wreck Nov. 18
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Jake Shimabukuro – Christmas in Hawai’i Nov. 25 Tower of Power: Holidays & Hits Tour Nov. 28–29
Dec Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel Chopin and Liszt Dec. 5
Glow Up @SMoCA: Sound Bath at Sunrise Dec. 21 Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan Dec. 22 Exhibition Closes (Civic Center Library) HOME-ing: Judith Miller and David Dauncey Dec. 31
Jan
Keepsake Boxes with Artist Judith Ann Miller Dec. 6
Detour Theatre Company presents Footloose Jan. 5–7
Mystery in the Museum Encore Presentation Dec. 8
Exhibitions Close (SMoCA) Christina Fernandez: Multiple Exposures Earth and Sky Jan. 7
Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Dec. 10 Jane Lynch’s A Swingin’ Little Christmas Dec. 14 Assisted Living The Musical®: The HOME for the Holidays Dec. 14–17 Trivia Night @SMoCA: Holiday Edition Dec. 15
Exhibitions Open (Civic Center Library) COLORLOVE Jan. 8 Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel The Power and Passion of Beethoven Jan. 9 Exhibition Opening Celebration COLORLOVE Jan. 11
Jazz Lounge: I Got Rhythm— A Tribute to Cole Porter and George Gershwin Jan. 13 Three Parallels + Four Shades: Artist Talk & Performance Jan. 13 Arturo Sandoval Jan. 13 Exhibition Closes (SMoCA) Phillip K. Smith III: Three Parallels Jan. 14 Cécile McLorin Salvant Jan. 18 Arizona Concours d’Elegance The Art of Automotive Design Jan. 21
Feb Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Feb. 1–2 Hubbard Street Dance Chicago Student Matinee Feb. 2 AZ Dance Meetup Feb. 2 Exhibition Opens (SMoCA) Dorothy Fratt: Color Mirage Feb. 3 Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel A French Musical Feast Feb. 6 DELFEAYO MARSALIS and the UPTOWN JAZZ ORCHESTRA Feb. 9 Exhibition Opens (SMoCA) Carolina Aranibar-Fernandez: Rastros Invisibles [Invisible Traces] Feb. 10
SMoCA’s 25th Anniversary and Opening Feb. 14 Rebels en Pointe: Panel Discussion with The Trocks Feb. 17 Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo Feb. 17
Sun & Sounds March 10 Gibney PRO: Movement Workshop (Ballet Arizona) March 15 Gibney Company March 16 Sun & Sounds March 17
Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Feb. 18
SFJAZZ Collective March 21
Kronos Quartet Feb. 23
Takács Quartet March 22
The TEN Tenors — Greatest Hits Live! Feb. 24
Scottsdale Family ArtsFest March 22–23
Dance, Advocacy & Entrepreneurship Virtual Talk with Gina Gibney & Gilbert Small II Feb. 26 Storm Large Feb. 28
Mar Jonathan Biss March 1 Sun & Sounds March 3 MOMIX: ALICE March 3 MOMIX ALICE: Public Masterclass March 3 Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel Three Great Romantics March 5 The Phoenix Chorale Mozart Requiem March 9–10
The Seth Rudetsky Concert Series starring Audra McDonald March 23 Sun & Sounds March 24 Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra March 24
Exhibition Closes (ArtReach Space) Breaking the Binary April 15 Patti LuPone A Life in Notes April 16 Exhibition Closes (Center Space) Coming to Terms April 29
May Visions 25th Anniversary Opening Celebration Visions ’24 May 10 David Sedaris (Orpheum Theatre) May 10 Exhibition Opens (Center Space) Visions ’24 May 10 Joshua Bell with Larisa Martínez May 11
Exhibition Closes (Civic Center Library) COLORLOVE March 30
AJ’s The Art of Wine and Tastes of the Season May 18
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Jun
ARTrageous Gala | Cosmic Crescendo April 6
The Scottsdale Chorus June 1
Exhibition Opens (Civic Center Library) Flirting with the Desert: Koryn Woodward Wasson April 8
Detour Company Theatre Summer Performance June 7–9
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Thank you to our dedicated Board of Trustees: Dennis Robbins (Chair) Rhonda Anderson Tim Baughman Julie Bennett Bruce Beverly Steve Biddle Peter Boyle Kirsten Brown Dino Camuñez Mark B. Candelaria Paige Cecil
Richard Coleman J.P. Dahdah Mary Fedewa Keith Galbut Kristopher Harman Brianna Johnson Christine Kovach Alison Lewis Catherine Long Stephanie Lyon Cristobal Martinez
Priscilla Nelson-Johnson Erik Peterson Linda S. Peterson Merle Rosskam Jaqueline Schenkein Pauline Scott Melanie Sutton Mistie Weishaar Kathy Wills
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DELFEAYO MARSALIS and the UPTOWN JAZZ ORCHESTRA
Friday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m.
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