2017–18 scottsdale center for the performing arts
SEASON PREVIEW
The TEN Tenors
Kelli O’Hara
Tickets On Sale MEMBERS
MAY 15 GENERAL PUBLIC
MAY 22
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Yamato
Ira Glass
Welcome to Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ thrilling new 2017–18 Season! Our intimate venue offers a one-of-a-kind, up-close-and-personal experience with your favorite artists – from the marquee names of Broadway to legends of world music, internationally acclaimed dance companies, and renowned classical and jazz musicians. There’s something for everyone to enjoy at the Center! Scottsdale Arts Members: Tickets on sale Monday, May 15, at 10 a.m. Members enjoy a discount of $8 off single premium tickets* per concert and many other exclusive benefits, including priority seating. Call the box office for details.
Zürich Chamber Orchestra
General Public: Tickets on sale Monday, May 22, at 10 a.m. Discounts are also available for those purchasing tickets to four or more events in one order: $6 off each ticket when ordering six or more events (at least $36 in savings)* $4 off each ticket when ordering four or more events (at least $16 in savings)* Thank you for your support. We look forward to sharing another season of world-class arts experiences with you! *Some restrictions apply.
Yo-Yo Ma and Kathryn Stott
Moon Mouse: A Space Odyssey
A Merry-Achi Christmas
The Tango Fire Company of Buenos Aires
SEPTEMBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
JANUARY
Virginia G. Piper Concert Series
Scottsdale Arts Gala
Moscow State Symphony Orchestra
Ansel Adams: America
Late Nite Catechism
Conductor Pavel Kogen Featuring Piano Soloist Dmitry Masleev, Gold Medal Winner of the 2015 International Tchaikovsky Competition Saturday, November 4, 8 p.m. One of Russia’s most distinguished orchestras performing Tchaikovsky’s brilliant Piano Concerto No. 1
Saturday, December 2 Tickets On Sale Fall 2017 Two American icons together: 103 breathtaking Ansel Adams’ images paired with a commissioned symphonic work by the legendary Dave Brubeck and his son Chris for an unforgettable American Classic experience
The Okee Dokee Brothers
Keys to the Classics
Sunday, November 5, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Toe-tapping, Grammy-winning folk songs that inspire kids and families to explore nature
David Bromberg
Friday, October 6, 8 p.m. The world-renowned instrumentalist sharing his message of peace and hope
Thursday, November 9, 7:30 p.m. A night of red-hot salsa and Latin jazz with the legendary pianist and bandleader
Danny Zelisko Presents
Yo-Yo Ma and Kathryn Stott
Moon Mouse: A Space Odyssey Saturday, October 21, 11 a.m. A family-friendly cosmic adventure about celebrating differences
Tuesday, December 5, 7:30 p.m. Haydn, Mozart and Beethoven’s Sonata Pathétique
Sister’s Christmas Catechism
Saturday, December 16, 8 p.m. A holiday fiesta with the Maestro of Mariachi
Samite
Lightwire Theater Presents
Saturday, January 6, 8 p.m. An exhilarating and sultry night of authentic Argentine dance
A Merry-Achi Christmas
Eddie Palmieri Latin Jazz Orchestra: Eddie at 80
Sunday, October 8, 7:30 p.m. The distinctive guitar style, wry humor and warm, expressive voice of this legendary musician
The Tango Fire Company of Buenos Aires
Mariachi Sol de México® de José Hernández Presents
Thursday, September 7, 7:30 p.m. The “Godfather of Americana” performing music from his new blues album
Tom Rush With Special Guest Danny O’Keefe
Keyboard Conversations® With Jeffrey Siegel
Starring Patti Hannon Friday, January 5 – Saturday, March 24, 8 p.m. Sister’s hysterically funny lessons on saints and sins
The Mystery of the Magi’s Gold Friday, December 8 to Sunday, December 17 Hilarious holiday fun with the best habit in town
Danny Zelisko Presents
OCTOBER
Samite
Winter Solstice 30th Anniversary of Windham Hill: Will Ackerman, Barbara Higbie, Alex DeGrassi With Todd Boston Thursday, December 21, 7:30 p.m. A heart-warming, acoustic celebration of the season featuring stars of Windham Hill Records
Friday, November 24, 8 p.m. Saturday, November 25, 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Direct from D.C., fresh political satire set to your favorite tunes
Sunday, January 7, 4 p.m. The virtuoso pianist performing classics by Bach, Beethoven, Liszt and Mozart
Dvořák’s American Quartet
Tuesday, January 16, 7:30 p.m. Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix An exploration and performance of one of the most popular and joyful works of chamber music
David Sedaris
The Capitol Steps
Emanuel Ax
Rob Kapilow: What Makes It Great?®
Friday, November 10, 8 p.m. Orpheum Theatre, Phoenix One of the world’s most celebrated classical musicians in concert with pianist Kathyryn Stott at the historic Orpheum Theatre Saturday, November 18, 8 p.m. Orpheum Theatre, Phoenix A reading and book signing with the best-selling author and humorist
Virginia G. Piper Concert Series
Rob Kapilow: What Makes It Great?®
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s Wild Swingin’ Holiday Party Friday, December 22, 8 p.m. A jumpin’ and jivin’ Christmas extravaganza featuring one-of-a-kind originals and reworked Yuletide classics
You’re the Top: The Songs of Cole Porter Thursday, January 18, 7:30 p.m. A thrilling exploration and performance of the music and lyrics of one of Broadway’s greatest composers
Rob Kapilow
Parsons Dance
Megan Hilty
The Manhattan Transfer
FEBRUARY
Close Encounters With Music
Fanfare for the Uncommon Woman Renana Gutman, piano | Peter Zazofsky, violin Danielle Talamantes, soprano | Yehuda Hanani, cello Wednesday, January 17, 7:30 p.m. Music to celebrate the approaching centennial of women’s suffrage
Beethoven’s Waldstein Sonata
Friday, February 2, 8 p.m. Joyous and uplifting vocal harmonies from South Africa
Tuesday, February 20, 7:30 p.m. Musical Instrument Museum, Phoenix A spellbinding discussion and performance of Beethoven’s iconic masterpiece
Close Encounters With Music
Rob Kapilow: What Makes It Great?®
The Passion of Camille Saint-Saëns and César Franck: L’Amour Toujours!
From On the Town to West Side Story: The Theater Music of Leonard Bernstein
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
Danielle Talamantes
Rob Kapilow: What Makes It Great?®
Roman Rabinovich, piano | Hagai Shaham, violin Diana Cohen, violin | Yehuda Hanani, cello Pierre Henri Xuereb, viola Wednesday, February 7, 7:30 p.m. The brilliantly virtuosic Saint-Saëns Violin Sonata No. 1 and the smoldering Franck Piano Quintet
Thursday, February 22, 7:30 p.m. An illuminating performance and discussion revealing how a great classical composer transformed Broadway Mark Cortale Presents Broadway @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Megan Hilty Featuring Seth Rudetsky as Pianist and Host Saturday, February 24, 8 p.m. Songs and candid showbiz stories from this star of Wicked
Seven Things I’ve Learned: An Evening With Ira Glass Saturday, January 20, 8 p.m. Orpheum Theatre, Phoenix Stories and life lessons from the host and creator of the hit public radio show This American Life Keyboard Conversations® With Jeffrey Siegel
Virtuoso Variations Tuesday, January 23, 7:30 p.m. Spellbinding variations on famous melodies Mark Cortale Presents Broadway @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Kelli O’Hara Featuring Seth Rudetsky as Pianist and Host Saturday, January 27, 8 p.m. One of Broadway’s great leading ladies in the spotlight
The Manhattan Transfer Wednesday, January 31, 7:30 p.m. Celebrity Theatre, Phoenix One of the most innovative vocal groups in the history of popular music
Tickets On Sale
MEMBERS
MARCH
Virginia G. Piper Concert Series
Seong-Jin Cho Friday, March 2, 8 p.m. The First Prize winner of the 2015 International Chopin Piano Competition
Yamato The Drummers of Japan World Tour 2017–18 Chousensha/The Challengers Saturday, March 3, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. A spirited, thundering showcase of Japanese taiko drumming
SONGBOOK: Steven Page and the Art of Time Ensemble Friday, February 9, 8 p.m. An unforgettable evening of seminal pop songs with the lead singer of the Barenaked Ladies
Parsons Dance
Virginia G. Piper Concert Series
Friday, March 9, 8 p.m. Known for its artistry and athleticism, David Parsons’ internationally renowned dance ensemble
Yefim Bronfman
Rob Kapilow: What Makes It Great?®
Friday, February 16, 8 p.m. One of today’s most acclaimed and admired pianists, featuring Stravinsky’s Petruschka Keyboard Conversations With Jeffrey Siegel ®
Bach and Chopin: A Musical Kinship Tuesday, February 20, 7:30 p.m. Dramatic preludes and vivacious dances for the ears by these two popular composers
GENERAL PUBLIC
MAY 15 MAY 22
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Jesse Cook Sunday, February 25, 4 p.m. World rhythms from the rumba-flamenco guitarist
The Chieftains Tuesday, February 27, 7:30 p.m. The best-known Irish band in the world
The TEN Tenors: The Power of TEN Wednesday, February 28, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 1, 7:30 p.m. High-octane hits and timeless classics from Australia’s singing sensation
Finishing the Hat: The Songs of Stephen Sondheim Thursday, March 15, 7:30 p.m. Performance and discussion of classic Sondheim songs, from “Send in the Clowns” to “Finishing the Hat” Virginia G. Piper Concert Series
Amit Peled, cello Noreen Polera, piano Friday, March 16, 8 p.m. Lyrical masterpieces of the cello repertoire by Brahms, Popper and Schubert
Ladysmith Black Mambazo
David Sedaris
Nonprofit Org. US Postage PAID Phoenix, AZ Permit No. 684
Mark Cortale Presents Broadway @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
APRIL
Special Guests to be Announced
Keyboard Conversations® With Jeffrey Siegel
Featuring Seth Rudetsky as Pianist and Host Saturday, March 17, 8 p.m. More songs and stories from top Broadway stars
7380 E. Second St.
480-499-TKTS (8587)
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The Okee Dokee Brothers
Virginia G. Piper Concert Series
Zürich Chamber Orchestra Daniel Hope, music director and violin Saturday, March 24, 8 p.m. One of Europe’s finest chamber orchestras, performing Vivaldi’s beloved The Four Seasons
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MAY 15 MAY 22
GENERAL PUBLIC
The Chieftains
Poncho Sanchez and His Latin Jazz Band Saturday, March 31, 8 p.m. A fiery stew of jazz, soul and infectious Latin and South American rhythms
Leonard Bernstein at 100: A Musical Celebration Tuesday, April 3, 7:30 p.m. Stunning arrangements of songs from West Side Story and more Mark Cortale Presents Broadway @ Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
Special Guests to be Announced Featuring Seth Rudetsky as Pianist and Host Saturday, April 7, 8 p.m. More songs and stories from top Broadway stars
Virginia G. Piper Concert Series
Murray Perahia Thursday, April 19, 7:30 p.m. One of the world’s finest pianists at the zenith of his artistry
Join us this summer! Live & Local Fridays | Fridays, July – August, 8 p.m. Enjoy your favorite Arizona bands in the cool comfort of the Virginia G. Piper Theater. Arrive early for happy hour drink specials. Brazilian Day Arizona |
Saturday, September 23, 2–10 p.m. Enjoy the daytime cultural festival and stay for happy hour while the event transforms into an evening Carnival-style party. Presented in partnership with
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