2018-19 SEASON GUIDE

2018-19 season guide

Susana Baca Feb. 24, 2019

Dear Friends:

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It is my distinct pleasure to introduce myself to you and welcome you to an exceptional 2018–19 performance season here at Scottsdale Arts. I feel privileged to serve this great organization and this wonderful community.

Member Discount: Save $8 off most premium tickets.

Scottsdale Arts is supported by the City of Scottsdale and charged with managing its many varied cultural assets. Housed on our beautiful Civic Center campus, Scottsdale Arts comprises Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, Scottsdale Public Art and Scottsdale Arts Education & Outreach, as well as our two seasonal marquee events – Canal Convergence in November at the Scottsdale Waterfront, and Scottsdale Arts Festival in March on the Civic Center Mall.

We truly serve all residents of the city and the Valley, across all generations and interests. Your ticket purchase helps us deliver broad arts-based community services to all citizens. We invite you to reach out and learn how to become involved in our mission by becoming a member, a volunteer or a patron.

We look forward to a bright future. A new organization-wide web presence will launch in 2019, with improved online ticketing and messaging services. A new venue gateway to improve the audience experience is on the horizon, as is a re-imagining of our Stage 2 theater space.

We’ll be announcing add-on shows in various popular genres from Americana to blues, bluegrass to singer-songwriters – stay tuned for more excitement and surprises throughout the season.

Please reach out to me anytime; I’d love to hear your ideas. Together, let’s make Scottsdale Arts a beacon for the arts in our city.

Multi-Show Discounts: $6 off each ticket when ordering six or more events or $4 off each ticket when ordering four or more events.

Student Rush: Students enjoy 50 percent off tickets five days before selected events. Tickets are limited and may be purchased by phone, online or in person through the box office using promo code STUDENTID. A valid student ID is required at time of pickup.

Group Discount: Save on tickets and fees when purchasing 10 or more tickets to a single event in one order. Call 480-499-TKTS (8587) to order your tickets.

Key Free tickets to selected events for veterans, students and teachers Discovery Cuba event

Sincerely,

Catwalk Lounge opens 90 minutes before showtime

Gerd Wuestemann, President and CEO Scottsdale Arts

Through its unique partnership with the City of Scottsdale, Scottsdale Arts manages Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, Scottsdale Public Art and Scottsdale Arts Education & Outreach, which together make our community a leading arts destination in the region.

Manual Cinema

Scottsdale Arts is supported in part by the Arizona Commission on the Arts, which receives support from the State of Arizona and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Scottsdale Arts and Danny Zelisko Presents

Hot Tuna Saturday, Sept. 8, 7:30 p.m. $75 / $55 / $35

Brazilian Day Arizona Saturday, Sept. 22, 2–9 p.m.

Adults: $15; Children 11 and under: $5 Presented in partnership with

Scottsdale Arts and Danny Zelisko Presents

An Evening With Al Di Meola With Special Guest Jordan Rudess Sunday, Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m. $75 / $50 / $35

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SEPTEMBER 1

Live & Local Fridays

Live & Local Fridays Cabaret

Virginia G. Piper Theater Advance: $19 / $12 Day of Show: $22 / $15

Stage 2 Advance: $12 Day of Show: $15

Supporting Sponsor:

Supporting Sponsor:

Phoenix Afrobeat Orchestra

Pat Roberts and the Heymakers

Friday, Sept. 7, 8 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 7, 8:30 p.m.

Ryanhood Friday, Sept. 14, 8 p.m.

AJ Odneal Friday, Sept. 14, 8:30 p.m.

Vinyl Station Friday, Sept. 21, 8 p.m.

The Gaines Brothers Friday, Sept. 21, 8:30 p.m.

Marmalade Skies A Musical Tribute to The Beatles Friday, Sept. 28, 8 p.m.

Moonlight Magic Friday, Sept. 28, 8:30 p.m.

SEPTEMBER 2

Pat Roberts and the Heymakers

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Julia Chacón Flamenco Theatre

Flamenco Intimo Saturdays, Oct. 6 – Nov. 24, 8 p.m.

Stage 2 $22 / $18

Ain’t Misbehavin’ The Fats Waller Musical Show Thursday through Saturday Oct. 11–27 Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.; Fridays, 7:30 p.m.

Saturdays, 2 p.m.

Stage 2 $45 (M $37) / $38 Scottsdale Arts and Danny Zelisko Presents

David Bromberg Quintet With Special Guest John McEuen of Nitty Gritty Dirt Band Friday, Oct. 12, 7:30 p.m. $65 / $45 / $30

Mandy Harvey With Special Guest Lelea Saturday, Oct. 13, 7:30 p.m. $26 / $18 Scottsdale Arts and Danny Zelisko Presents An Intimate Evening of Songs and Stories With

Graham Nash Monday, Oct. 15, 7:30 p.m. $75 / $65 / $45

Ignite Phoenix Wednesday, Oct. 17, 6:30 p.m.

Tickets on sale Sept. 15

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OCTOBER 3

ASU Concerts @ the Center

An Evening of Chamber Music with ASU School of Music Monday, Oct. 22, 7:30 p.m. $10

Vicki Lawrence and Mama A Two-Woman Show Saturday, Oct. 27, 8 p.m. $69 (M $61) / $59 / $42 Virginia G. Piper Concert Series

Yekwon Sunwoo, piano Gold Medalist, 2017 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Sunday, Oct. 28, 3 p.m. $59 (M $51) / $39 / $29

OCTOBER 4

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Story Pirates AfterDark Friday, Nov. 2, 8:30 p.m.

Stage 2 $23 (M $15) Supporting Sponsor: Rhonda and Gary Anderson

Story Pirates Greatest Hits Show Saturday, Nov. 3, 11 a.m. $23 (M $15) / $19 Supporting Sponsor: Rhonda and Gary Anderson

Martha Graham Dance Company The EVE Project Saturday, Nov. 10, 8 p.m. $69 (M $61) / $49 / $39 Signature Sponsor: Ethelyn Cohen in memory of Howard Cohen

Virginia G. Piper Concert Series

David Finckel, cello Wu Han, piano Sunday, Nov. 11, 3 p.m. $49 (M $41) / $39 / $29 Mark Cortale Presents Broadway @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Jessie Mueller Featuring Seth Rudetsky as Pianist and Host Saturday, Nov. 17, 8 p.m. $89 (M $81) / $ 69 / $59 Presenting Sponsor: Linda and Sherman Saperstein Supporting Sponsor:

ASU Concerts @ the Center

Big Band Night Monday, Nov. 19, 7:30 p.m. $10

The Capitol Steps Make America Grin Again Friday, Nov. 23, 8 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 24, 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. $69 (M $61) / $59 / $49

Martha Graham Dance Company Photo of PeiJu Chien-Pott in Martha Graham’s “Lamentation” copyright Hibbard Nash Photography.

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NOVEMBER 5

Sister’s Christmas Catechism The Mystery of the Magi’s Gold Dec. 7–16 Friday and Saturday, 8 p.m.

Sunday, 2 p.m. $39 (M $31) Supporting Sponsor:

Dianne Reeves Christmas Time is Here With Peter Martin, Romero Lubambo, Reginald Veal, Terreon Gully

Saturday, Dec. 8, 8 p.m. $69 (M $61) / $49 / $39 Presenting Sponsor: Fred J. English and Sara M. English Charitable Trust

Scottsdale Philharmonic Sunday, Dec. 9, 4 p.m. $10 / $5

Alan Cumming Legal Immigrant Monday, Dec. 10, 7:30 p.m. $95 (M $87) / $80 / $65 Supporting Sponsor: Gail and Daniel Tenn

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Keyboard Conversations® With Jeffrey Siegel

The Joyous Music of Beethoven Tuesday, Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m. $49 (M $41) / $39 / $29 Presenting Sponsor: Joan and David Goldfarb Signature Sponsor: Marie and Richard Steward

Mark Cortale Presents Broadway @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Sutton Foster Featuring Seth Rudetsky as Pianist and Host Friday, Dec. 14, 8 p.m. $89 (M $81) / $ 69 / $59 Presenting Sponsor: Linda and Sherman Saperstein Signature Sponsors: Cheryl Hintzen-Gaines and Ira Gaines; Susan Rollins and Paul Garry Supporting Sponsor:

Mariachi Sol de México® de José Hernández Presents

A Merry-Achi Christmas Special Guest Las Chollas Peligrosas Saturday, Dec. 15, 7 p.m. $59 (M $51) / $39 / $29 Signature Sponsor:

Rob Kapilow: What Makes it Great? ®

I t’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year: Dreaming of a Jewish Christmas Sunday, Dec. 16, 3 p.m. $49 (M $41) / $39 / $29

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Virginia G. Piper Concert Series

Garrick Ohlsson, piano Sunday, Jan. 6, 3 p.m. $59 (M $51) / $49 / $29 Signature Sponsor: Mrs. Dayton F. Grafman

Assisted Living the Musical® Jan. 10–13, Stage 2 Thursday and Friday, 7 p.m.

Saturday, 2 and 5 p.m.

Sunday, 2 p.m. $39 (M $31) Keyboard Conversations® With Jeffrey Siegel

Celebrating Rachmaninoff and Debussy Tuesday, Jan. 15, 7:30 p.m. $49 (M $41) / $39 / $29 Presenting Sponsor: Joan and David Goldfarb Signature Sponsor: Marie and Richard Stewart

Close Encounters With Music

Romantic Quintets: Brahms and Schumann Soyeon Kate Lee, piano | Irina Muresanu, violin Peter Zazofsky, violin | Michael Strauss, viola Yehuda Hanani, cello Wednesday, Jan. 16, 7:30 p.m. $39 (M $31) / $29 / $19 Signature Sponsors: Anita and Sergio Baranovsky; Naomi Caras-Miller and Alvin Miller; Alan and Linda Englander; Deborah and Richard Felder; Barbara Koval; Andrea Yablon

JANUARY 8

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Mark Cortale Presents Broadway @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Audra McDonald Featuring Seth Rudetsky as Pianist and Host Saturday, Jan. 19, 8 p.m. $89 (M $81) / $ 69 / $59 Presenting Sponsor: Linda and Sherman Saperstein Signature Sponsor: Cheryl Hintzen-Gaines and Ira Gaines; Susan Rollins and Paul Garry Supporting Sponsor:

An Evening With Branford Marsalis Wednesday, Jan. 23, 7:30 p.m. $69 (M $61) / $49 / $39 Supporting Sponsor:

ASU Concerts @ the Center

ASU Symphony Orchestra Sunday, Jan. 27, 4 p.m. $10

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Scottsdale Arts and Danny Zelisko Presents An Evening of Legends

Soft Machine The Levin Brothers Saturday, Feb. 2, 7:30 p.m. $75 / $60 / $40 Close Encounters With Music

Three Russian Giants: Rachmaninoff, Prokofiev and Stravinsky Alexander Shtarkman, piano Yehuda Hanani, cello Wednesday, Feb. 6, 7:30 p.m. $39 (M $31) / $29 / $19 Signature Sponsors: Anita and Sergio Baranovsky; Naomi Caras-Miller and Alvin Miller; Alan and Linda Englander; Deborah and Richard Felder; Barbara Koval; Andrea Yablon

BODYTRAFFIC Friday, Feb. 8, 8 p.m. $55 ($47) / $45 / $35 Presenting Sponsor: Karen and John Voris

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Mark Cortale Presents Broadway @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Jeremy Jordan Featuring Seth Rudetsky as Pianist and Host Saturday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m. $89 (M $81) / $ 69 / $59 Presenting Sponsor: Linda and Sherman Saperstein Supporting Sponsor:

Keyboard ConversationsÂŽ With Jeffrey Siegel

The Romantic Connection: Chopin, Schumann and Liszt Tuesday, Feb. 12, 7:30 p.m. $49 (M $41) / $39 / $29 Presenting Sponsor: Joan and David Goldfarb Signature Sponsor: Marie and Richard Stewart

Arizona Storytellers Project Romance or Not Wednesday, Feb. 13, 7 p.m $12

Manual Cinema No Blue Memories: The Life of Gwendolyn Brooks Saturday, Feb. 16, 7:30 p.m. $55 (M $47) / $45 / $35

Rosanne Cash and Band She Remembers Everything Tuesday, Feb. 19, 7:30 p.m. $79 (M $71) / $59 / $49 Signature Sponsor:

Scottsdale Arts and Arizona Musicfest Present

Violins of Hope Gil Shaham with The Festival Orchestra Saturday, Feb. 23, 8 p.m. $86 / $71 / $57

Susana Baca Sunday, Feb. 24, 7:30 p.m. $59 (M $51) / $49 / $39

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Aspen Santa Fe Ballet An Evening With Pianist Joyce Yang Saturday, March 2, 8 p.m. $69 (M $61) / $49 / $39 Signature Sponsor: Marlene and Eugene Shapiro Supporting Sponsors: ; Anita and Sergio Baranovsky; Jeannie Cole Older and Chic Older

Academy of St Martin in the Fields Jeremy Denk, piano Wednesday, March 6, 7:30 p.m. $99 (M $91) / $79 / $59 Presenting Sponsor: Linda and Alan Englander

Keyboard ConversationsÂŽ With Jeffrey Siegel

Chopin in Paris Tuesday, March 12, 7:30 p.m. $49 (M $41) / $39 / $29 Presenting Sponsor: Joan and David Goldfarb Signature Sponsor: Marie and Richard Stewart

Killing Me Softly: Normalizing Cuba-U.S. Relations With Carlos Alzugaray Treto Former Ambassador of Cuba to the EU Wednesday, March 13, 7 p.m. $25/(M $17) / $15/ $10

Wiesenthal Thursday, March 14, 7:30 p.m. $45 (M $37) / $35 / $19

Alfredo Rodriguez and Pedrito Martinez Friday, March 15, 8 p.m. $45 (M $37) / $35 / $25

Max Raabe & Palast Orchester Dream a Little Dream Tour 2019 Saturday, March 16, 8 p.m. $69 (M $61) / $49 / $39 Presenting Sponsor: Suzanne Diamond and Dimitri Haniotis

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Violins of Hope Tribute Concert

Havana Cuba All-Stars Performing “Cuban Nights”

Tuesday, March 19, 7:30 p.m. $59 / $49 / $39

Saturday, March 30, 8 p.m. $59 (M $51) / $39 / $29

Complexions Contemporary Ballet

Rob Kapilow: What Makes it Great? ®

Star Dust Friday, March, 29, 8 p.m. $60 ($52) / $48 / $36 Presenting Sponsor: Betty Hum and Alan Yudell Signature Sponsor: Joan and Charles Berry

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Some Enchanted Evening: The Music of Richard Rodgers With Broadway veterans Sally Wilfert and Michael Winther Sunday, March 31, 3 p.m. $49 (M $41) / $39 / $29

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Ramsey Lewis Plays The Beatles Songbook Thursday, April 4, 7:30 p.m. $59 (M $51) / $49 / $39 Virginia G. Piper Concert Series

Midori, violin Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano Saturday, April 6, 8 p.m. $89 (M $81) / $69 / $49 Signature Sponsor: Dewey Schade

Virginia G. Piper Concert Series

Jerusalem Quartet Alexander Pavlovsky, 1st violin Sergei Bresler, 2nd violin Ori Kam, viola Kyril Zlotnikov, cello Sunday, April 7, 4 p.m. $49 (M $41) / $39 / $29 ASU Concerts @ the Center

Joining Forces ASU Wind Ensemble and ASU Choirs Monday, April 22, 7:30 p.m. $10

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David Sedaris Saturday, May 4, 8 p.m.

Orpheum Theatre, Phoenix $69 / $59 / $49 / $29 Signature Sponsor:

Scottsdale Arts and Center Dance Ensemble Present

Fantasies & Fairytales: Cinderella Rocks Saturday and Sunday, May 4–5, 2 p.m. $10 / $5 children under 18

LEA SALONGA Friday, May 17, 8 p.m. $85 (M $77) / $70 / $55 / $35

Arizona Storytellers Project My Culture, My Identity Wednesday, June 12, 7 p.m $12

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MAY/JUNE 15

Art House Cinema Series September through March.

Films will be added throughout the season.

Visit website for film schedules. $12

Rural Route Film Festival Shorts Program Sunday, Sept. 23, 1 p.m.

20th Anniversary Animation Show of Shows Thursday, Oct. 11, 7 p.m.

A Man Named Pearl Sunday, Jan. 20, 1 p.m.

Keep Talking

Scottsdale International Film Festival

Discovery Series – Cuba

Opening Night

Sergio & Sergei

Friday, Nov. 2 Reception: 6:15 p.m.

Film and Presentation: 7:15 p.m.

Talk Cinema Sept. 25 Oct. 16 Nov. 13 Jan. 29 Tuesdays, 7 p.m. $14

Feb. 26 March 26 April 23 May 21

Film Screenings Thursday, Nov. 8, 7 p.m. $10

Memorias del subdesarrollo (Memories of Underdevelopment) Thursday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m. $10

O Gato de Havana (The Cat from Havana) Thursday, March 21, 7 p.m. $10

Sunday, Feb. 10, 1 p.m.

The Man Who Fell to Earth Sunday, March 3, 1 p.m.

Selected Shorts – No Festival Required Sunday, March 17, 1 p.m.

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Taste. Sip. Savor.

Explore the culinary arts through this exciting new partnership with Young’s Market. Learn more about the unique and varied spirits and treats available in our region, and dazzle your guests during your next gathering. Please enjoy responsibly. $50 Pair (Tickets must be purchased in the same order.) $30 Individual

Classic Cocktails

Rosés and Sweets

Saturday, Oct. 20, 7 p.m.

Master the finer details of crafting a classic cocktail.

Light bites are included.

Saturday, Feb. 23, 7 p.m.

Enjoy spring’s best selection of rosé wines paired with decadent treats.

Winter Wines

Beer 101

Saturday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m.

Wines of the season paired with surprising twists on holiday food classics.

Saturday, April 6, 7 p.m.

Learn the ins and outs of brewing from the experts at Uncle Bear’s Brewery. Light bites are included.

History of Rum

Agaves and Tequilas

Saturday, Jan. 12, 7 p.m.

Examine the history and culture of this Caribbean spirit. Light bites are included.

Saturday, May 4, 7 p.m.

Understand the differences among silver, reposado and añejo tequilas. Light bites are included.

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Havana Cuba All-Stars

NKAME: A Retrospective of Cuban Printmaker Belkis Ayón (1967-1999) Oct. 13 – Jan. 20 Film Screening

Sergio & Sergei Thursday, Nov. 8, 7 p.m. $10

History of Rum Saturday, Jan. 12, 7 p.m.

Film Screening

Memorias del subdesarrollo (Memories of Underdevelopment) Thursday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m. $10

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La Gran Fiesta A Celebration of Latin and Hispanic Cultures

La Dame Blanche Sunday, Feb. 24, Noon – 4 p.m.

Outdoors at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Free Supporting Sponsor:

Heart and Soul of Cuba March 7–24 ArtReach Gallery

Killing Me Softly: Normalizing Cuba-U.S. Relations With Carlos Alzugaray Treto Former Ambassador of Cuba to the EU Wednesday, March 13, 7 p.m. $25 (M $17) / $15/ $10

Alfredo Rodriguez and Pedrito Martinez Friday, March 15, 8 p.m. $45 (M $37) / $35 / $25 Film Screening

O Gato de Havana (The Cat from Havana) Thursday, March 21, 7 p.m. $10

Havana Cuba All-Stars Performing “Cuban Nights” Saturday, March 30, 8 p.m. $59 (M $51) / $39 / $29 Events will be added throughout the season.

Visit website for complete schedules.

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La Dame Blanche

Brazilian Day Arizona Saturday, Sept. 22, 2–9 p.m.

Adults: $15; Children 11 and under: $5 Presented in partnership with

32nd Season

Sunday A’Fair January 13, 20, 27 February 17, 24 March 3, 17, 24, 31 April 7 Sundays, Noon – 4 p.m.

Free Presenting Sponsor:

Signature Sponsor:

Native Trails Thursday, Feb. 21, 7:30 p.m. $10 La Gran Fiesta A Celebration of Latin and Hispanic Cultures

La Dame Blanche Sunday, Feb. 24, Noon – 4 p.m.

Outdoors at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Free Supporting Sponsor:

Scottsdale Culinary Festival April 12–14

The Art of Wine and Tastes of Summer Saturday, May 18, 2–4:30 p.m.

Tickets on sale April 1

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Detour Company Theatre Detour Company Theatre provides theater training and performance experiences for adults with cognitive and physical disabilities, providing them authentic opportunities to develop artistry, demonstrate courage and collaboration, experience joy and participate in the sharing of musical theater with the entire community.

Free. Donations accepted.

Friday, Jan. 11, 1 and 7 p.m.

Friday, June 7, 1 and 7 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 12, 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, June 8, 3 and 7 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 13, 3 p.m.

Sunday, June 9, 3 p.m.

Violins of Hope Violins of Hope is a collection of violins played by Jewish musicians during the Holocaust. Israeli violinmaker Amnon Weinstein restored these instruments over the past 20 years, and through his devotion, these presentations pay tribute to those lost, illustrate the strength of the human spirit and teach the importance of recognizing and accepting people of all cultures, nationalities and religions.

Scottsdale Arts and Arizona Musicfest Present

Violins of Hope Saturday, Feb. 23, 8 p.m. $86 / $71 / $57

Monday and Tuesday March 4–5, 11 a.m.

Free for all schools; RSVP required.

Grades: 6–12

Violins of Hope Exhibition

Violins of Hope Tribute Concert

Feb. 26 – March 24 Young @ Art Gallery Opening Reception: Feb. 26, 5–7 p.m.

Tuesday, March 19, 7:30 p.m. $59 / $49 / $39

Gil Shaham with The Festival Orchestra

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Violins of Hope School Performances

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The Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA) presents the best of contemporary art, architecture and design from around the world. Exhibitions rotate continually, with visitors experiencing works of art that represent the creative thinking of the leading artists of our time. The diverse and exciting programming embraces music, literature, dance, performance and film.

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Fall Opening Celebration

Spring Opening Celebration

Friday, Oct 26, 7 p.m.

Friday, Feb. 15, 7 p.m.

Double Agents: Carla Fernández and Pedro Reyes

Now Playing: SMoCA @ 20 Video Hits 1999–2019

Oct. 27 – Feb. 3 Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. Sponsored by the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts and the Walter and Karla Goldschmidt Foundation.

Feb. 16 – May 19 Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art.

NKAME: A Retrospective of Cuban Printmaker Belkis Ayón (1967-1999)

SMoCA Programming

Oct. 13 – Jan. 20 Curated by Cristina Vives. The exhibition was organized by the Belkis Ayón Estate, Havana, Cuba, with the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. Exhibition Tour Management by Landau Traveling Exhibitions, Los Angeles, California.

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SMoCA offers a diverse range of public programs like Mystery in the Museum adventures, Flavor Lab craft tastings, pop culture trivia nights, The Studio @SMoCA artist-led workshops, visiting artist talks, solstice celebrations in the James Turrell Knight Rise Skyspace and much more.

Visit smoca.org for updates on upcoming programs.

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Since 1985, Scottsdale Public Art has provided unique and immersive art installations throughout Scottsdale, as well as special events, residencies and exhibitions that celebrate and educate about the visual arts in Arizona.

Gallery @ Appaloosa Library

Scottsdale City Hall’s 50th Anniversary

Local Light Art Initiative October through December Old Town Scottsdale

Sept. 4 – Oct. 31 Watery Reflections: Ellen Nemetz Nov. 1 – Dec. 31

Canal Convergence

Gallery @ the Library, Scottsdale Civic Center

Nov. 9–18 Scottsdale Waterfront

Footprints on the Desert Frank Lloyd Wright in Arizona Sept. 15 – Dec. 31 Opening Reception Sept. 15, 6–8 p.m.

Water + Art + Light

IN FLUX Cycle 8 March 2019 – March 2020 Various locations around Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix area

Cycle the Arts April Various locations around Scottsdale

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November 9–18 Scottsdale Public Art’s annual signature event returns anew this fall, with 10 days of large-scale, interactive artworks by international and local artists, along with hands-on activities, live music and special performances. With generous support from the City of Scottsdale along with local and national sponsors, Canal Convergence showcases the most innovative and cutting-edge contemporary public art installations at the Scottsdale Waterfront.

For more information, visit CanalConvergence.com.

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49th Scottsdale Arts Festival Benefiting Arts Education in Our Community March 8–10 Outdoors at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts Members: Free Long recognized as one of the top art fairs in America, the Scottsdale Arts Festival showcases more than 170 jury-selected artists from throughout the United States and Canada, continuous live music and entertainment on two stages, gourmet food trucks, creative activities for kids of all ages in the Community Arts Studio, free admission to SMoCA and more.

Festival Sponsors:

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Live Creatively!

Scottsdale Arts has built a strong, vibrant community in the arts through exhibitions, education programs and events that develop, advance and deliver high-quality arts experiences to residents and visitors of all ages and abilities. For more information about our programs, visit ScottsdaleArts.org/Education.

STUDENT MATINEES

EVENTS

Tickets $6; free for qualifying Title I schools Reserve through Member and Patron Service Box Office by calling 480-499-TKTS (8587).

Scottsdale International Film Festival presents

Dig Deep, Fly High Thursday, Nov. 1, 10 a.m.

Run time: 73 minutes Grades: 3–8

Story Pirates Greatest Hits Show Friday, Nov. 2, 11 a.m.

Grades: 2–5

BODYTRAFFIC Friday, Feb. 8, 11 a.m.

Grades: 3–12

Violins of Hope Monday and Tuesday March 4–5, 11 a.m.

Free for all schools; RSVP required.

Grades: 6–12

Alli Ortega Empty Bowls Benefit Sale Wednesday, Nov. 28, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Scottsdale Community College Student Center Cafeteria

Arts Education Showcase Thursday, May 2, 5:30 p.m.

Free

Wolf Trap Field Trips Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday Jan. 29–31, 9:30–11:15 a.m.

Grades: Pre-K – K

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YOUNG@ART GALLERY

ARTREACH

During your visit enjoy a self-guided tour of exhibitions located in Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. The gallery is open to the public during evening performances.

ArtReach is a community gallery that showcases work in response to social issues and concerns, and offers a window into Scottsdale Arts and City of Scottsdale art programs. It is located in the Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts across from Stage 2.

Artists’ Children

Rousseau’s Jungle

Heart and Soul of Cuba

Oct. 12 – Feb. 3

Through Sept. 2

March 7–24

Violins of Hope

#RedForEd

Feb. 26 – Mar. 24

Sept. 15 – Nov. 17

Exploring Contemporary Issues in Society

All That You Can’t Leave Behind

Sister Cities

April 4 – June 2

Dec. 15 – Feb. 26

March 30 – May 2

Visions ’19 May 15 – Sept. 15

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Scottsdale Arts Gala

Matthew Morrison Saturday, Dec. 1 Guests should expect the unexpected – an evening of cutting-edge, immersive art experiences, a sophisticated culinary presentation, an auction filled with unique objects and adventures and an awe-inspiring live performance in the Virginia G. Piper Theater.

Guests will also witness an exclusive preview of a re-imagined Scottsdale Arts campus, including improvements to the Dayton Grafman Fowler Atrium, Stage 2 and more.

For table reservations and to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lauren Zapien at 480-425-5347.

Learn more at Gala.ScottsdaleArts.org.

Presenting Sponsor:

Supporting Sponsor:

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Scottsdale Arts ONE Membership World-class contemporary art exhibitions; live performances of classical, jazz and pop music, Broadway, dance, theater and comedy; an internationally recognized public art program; fantastic festivals; and expansive education and outreach initiatives – no other arts organization in this region offers so much in ONE membership. We are committed to bringing the world’s best performing and visual artists to Valley audiences – join Scottsdale Arts today to become part of that creative community!

Learn more at Members.ScottsdaleArts.org.

Join + Save + Enjoy Become a NEW member of Scottsdale Arts at the Friends level ($100) before Dec. 31 and enjoy these special gifts: • Buy one, get one free ticket voucher to any unrestricted performance (up to an $89 value) • $15 gift card redeemable at The Store @ the Center or Shop@SMoCA • A limited edition Scottsdale Arts Festival tote bag ($15 value) Friends-level members and above SAVE $8 off most premium tickets plus receive great benefits such as: • Free tickets to the Scottsdale Arts Festival • Free unlimited admission to SMoCA • Early ticket access and priority seating for most performances

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Offer valid for new members who join at the Friends level or above, or for existing members who UPGRADE to a higher membership level between Aug. 7 and Dec. 31, 2018. Some restrictions apply.

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Foundation and Government

Our Creative Community When you invest in the arts you strengthen the creative economy, create education opportunities and become a driving force to impact the arts • Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts • Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art • Scottsdale Public Art • Scottsdale Education and Outreach Join the ever-growing number of Corporate Partners, Foundations and individual donors supporting Scottsdale Arts and its four branches: We created our Corporate Partners Program so that when you partner with the arts locally, you partner with the whole community. Our program provides an easy way to entertain clients, reward your employees for their hard work and dedication, and support and foster arts education programs throughout our region.

Become part of Scottsdale’s cultural community and take advantage of the great benefits that a corporate membership offers your employees.

Explore our exceptional performances, exhibitions, festivals, events and programs, and discover the wonderful world of the arts!

KEMPER AND ETHEL MARLEY FOUNDATION

Contact Eileen Wilson, director of donor relations, at 480-874-4620 or EileenW@ScottsdaleArts.org.

WALTER AND KARLA GOLDSCHMIDT FOUNDATION

WILLIAM L. AND RUTH T. PENDLETON MEMORIAL TRUST

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Free Tickets for Veterans, Students and Teachers

PLATINUM

The Center provides free tickets to selected events for eligible veterans, active-duty military personnel, students and full-time teachers. A current photo ID for students or teachers, or proof of military service is required. Tickets are limited and must be requested by phone or in person at the box office. View a complete list of terms at ScottsdalePerformingArts.org.

Presenting Sponsors: 2018–19 Season Free Tickets for Veterans, Students and Teachers

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“The arts inspire, entertain and educate every one of us. We’re proud to support Scottsdale Arts, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and Scottsdale Arts Education & Outreach, and to provide free arts experiences for our veterans, students and teachers.”

SUPPORTING PARTNERS

– Mark S. Bosco Tiffany & Bosco, P.A.

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Volunteer Opportunities Scottsdale Arts depends upon volunteer support for ongoing programs and special events. If you would like to join a volunteer team that is dedicated to bringing the arts to the Scottsdale community, please join our volunteer program.

For more information, please visit Volunteer.ScottsdaleArts.org.

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Catwalk Lounge Elevate your experience in the Center’s exclusive Catwalk Lounge overlooking the Dayton Fowler Grafman Atrium. The Catwalk Lounge is open 90 minutes before most evening events. Admission is $12 and includes one alcoholic drink of your choice or unlimited nonalcoholic beverages, along with light hors d’oeuvres. Order your tickets in advance through ScottsdalePerformingArts.org or 480-499-TKTS (8587).

The Store @ The Center Shop@SMoCA Bring home a memento of your experience, or find the perfect gift for someone special. The Center’s Store is open seven days a week – and during most events.

Purchases are tax free, and members enjoy a 15 percent discount. Gift wrapping and shipping are also available.

Encore Bar When you arrive, relax in the Center’s spacious Dayton Fowler Grafman Atrium. The Encore Bar offers a variety of cocktails and refreshments for your enjoyment. Before the show, pre-order your drinks at the bar and they will be ready for you at intermission.

Host Your Event Here!

Ideal rental venues for your next gathering The Center and SMoCA offer the perfect locations for a variety of indoor and outdoor events. Start your planning today!

For more information, visit ScottsdaleArts.org or call 480-874-4604.

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Broadway

Dance

Alan Cumming

Dec. 10

pg 6

Sutton Foster

Dec. 14

pg 7

Audra McDonald

Jan. 19

pg 9

Jeremy Jordan

Feb. 9

Julia Chacón Flamenco Theatre

Martha Graham pg 11 Dance Company

Happenings Brazilian Day Arizona

Oct. 6– Nov. 24

pg 3

Nov. 10

pg 5

BODYTRAFFIC Feb. 8 pg 10 Rob Kapilow: What Makes it Great?® Some Enchanted Evening: Aspen Santa Fe Ballet The Music of An Evening With Richard Rodgers March 31 pg 13 Pianist Joyce Yang March 2 pg 12 Lea Salonga May 17 pg 15 Complexions Contemporary Ballet March 29 pg 13

Classical

Dialogues

ASU Concerts @ The Center An Evening of Chamber Music with ASU School of Music Oct. 22

pg 4

Big Band Night

pg 5

ASU Symphony Orchestra

Nov. 19 Jan. 27

Joining Forces: ASU Wind Ensemble and ASU Choirs April 22 Close Encounters With Music Romantic Quintets: Brahms and Schumann Jan. 16 Three Russian Giants: Rachmaninoff, Prokofiev and Stravinsky Feb. 6 Violins of Hope Gil Shaham with The Festival Orchestra Feb. 23 Violins of Hope Tribute Concert

Ignite Phoenix

pg 9

Oct. 17

pg 3

Keyboard Conversations With Jeffrey Siegel The Joyous Music of Beethoven Dec. 11

pg 7

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Celebrating Rachmaninoff and Debussy Jan. 15

The Romantic Connection: pg 14 Chopin, Schumann and Liszt Feb. 12 pg 8

Chopin in Paris

pg 10 My Culture, My Identity

pg 30

Canal Convergence

Nov. 9–18 pg 26

Native Trails

Feb. 21

pg 20

La Gran Fiesta La Dame Blanche

Feb. 24

pg 20

Scottsdale Public Art

pg 24

pg 8

Sunday A’Fair

pg 20

pg 11

Holiday

pg 11

Oct. 13

Oct. 27

The Capitol Steps

Nov. 23–24 pg 5

Sister’s Christmas Catechism

Dec. 7–16 pg 6 Film

pg 3 pg 5

Dec. 8

pg 6

Scottsdale Philharmonic Dec. 9

pg 6

A Merry-Achi Christmas Dec. 15

pg 7

Max Raabe & Palast Orchester

March 16 pg 12

Havana Cuba All-Stars March 30 pg 13

Spotlight pg 1

Sept. 30 pg 1 Oct. 12

pg 3

Oct. 15

pg 3

Feb. 2

pg 10

Feb. 19

pg 11

Theater Oct. 11–27 pg 3

Story Pirates AfterDark

Nov. 2

Assisted Living the Musical®

Jan. 10–13 pg 8

Manual Cinema

Feb. 16

Wiesenthal

March 14 pg 12

Detour Company Theatre

Jan. 23

Susana Baca

Feb. 24

pg 9

Yekwon Sunwoo, piano Oct. 28

David Finckel, cello pg 11 Wu Han, piano

Nov. 11

Garrick Ohlsson, piano Jan. 6

pg 5

pg 11 pg 21

April 4

Live and Local Fridays

pg 4 pg 5 pg 8

pg 14 Academy of St Martin in the Fields Jeremy Denk, piano March 6 pg 12

Phoenix Afrobeat pg 16 Orchestra

Sept. 7

Art House Cinema Series

pg 16 Ryanhood

Sept. 14 pg 2

Talk Cinema

pg 16 Vinyl Station

Sept. 21 pg 2

Discovery Series – Cuba Film Screenings

pg 16

pg 2

Marmalade Skies

Sept. 28 pg 2

Pat Roberts and the Heymakers

Sept. 7

AJ Odneal

Sept. 14 pg 2

The Gaines Brothers

Sept. 21 pg 2

Moonlight Magic

Sept. 28 pg 2

Midori, violin Jean-Yves Thibaudet, piano

April 6

pg 14

Jerusalem Quartet

April 7

pg 14

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Virginia G. Piper Concert Series

An Evening With Branford Marsalis

Fantasies & Fairytales: Ramsey Lewis Cinderella Rocks May 4–5 pg 15 Plays The Beatles Songbook

Scottsdale International pg 15 Film Festival Opening Night Nov. 2

March 15 pg 12

Ain’t Misbehavin’ Education pg 28 The Fats Waller Musical Show

Jazz/Blues

Story Pirates Greatest Hits Show Nov. 3

Vicki Lawrence and Mama

pg 4

pg 15

Family Mandy Harvey

Comedy

June 12

Alfredo Rodriguez and Pedrito Martinez

Scottsdale Arts Festival March 8–10 pg 27 Hot Tuna Scottsdale Al Di Meola Culinary Festival April 12–14 pg 20 David Bromberg The Art of Wine and Quintet Tastes of Summer May 18 pg 20 Graham Nash Sippin’ Series pg 17 Soft Machine: Discovery Series: Cuba pg 18 The Levin Brothers Violins of Hope pg 21 Rosanne Cash SMoCA pg 22 and Band

Rob Kapilow: What Makes it Great?® It’s the Most Wonderful Time Killing Me Softly: Normalizing of the Year: Dreaming of a pg 11 Cuba-U.S. Relations March 13 pg 12 Jewish Christmas Dec. 16 pg 7

March 19 pg 13

David Sedaris (Orpheum Theatre) May 4

Sept. 22 pg 1

ARTrageous Gala

March 12 pg 12 Dianne Reeves

Arizona Storytellers Project Romance or Not Feb. 13

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MARKETPLACE

Be Our Guest We want you to enjoy a welcoming, inspiring experience every time you visit. Trained volunteer ushers and concierges are available to answer questions and provide assistance during events at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. The Member and Patron Services Box Office is open through intermission for most events.

Monday: Closed Tuesday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Sunday: Noon – 5 p.m.

Terms and Conditions All tickets are subject to the terms and conditions posted on ScottsdalePerformingArts.org.

Ticket Fees and Exchanges A per-ticket service fee applies to most orders, including phone, walk-up, email, fax, mail and online orders.

Ticket Price Service Fee $0.01-$9.99 $1.00 $10.00-$19.99 $2.00 $20.00 and above $4.50 • Ticket and fee refunds are not allowed unless the event is canceled and not rescheduled.

• Fees support operations and facility maintenance projects at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.

• A $6-per-ticket exchange fee applies for all exchanged tickets and is waived only for premier members.

Accessibility The Center offers performance accommodations to enhance your experience, including: • Wheelchair-Accessible Seating • Assistive-Listening Devices • American Sign Language (ASL) Interpretation* • Live-Audio Description* • Open Captioning* • Braille Programs* * Two weeks advance notice required.

Please request services when ordering your tickets through the Member and Patron Services Box Office.

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