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2026–27 Scottsdale Arts Guidebook

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2026–27

William Nemitoff, Dream Slide, 2024. On view at Canal Convergence Nov. 6–15, 2026.


James Turrell, Knight Rise, 2001. © James Turrell

Land Acknowledgement We are on the unceded, sacred land of the O’odham and Piipaash Peoples and their Huhugam and Piipaash Nykor ancestors. We acknowledge and celebrate the On’k Akimel O’odham (Salt River Pima) and Xalychidom Piipaash (Maricopa) communities, their elders, both past and present, and generations to come. They are the original stewards of this land, and we are humbled to reside here. There are twenty-two federally recognized tribes in Arizona, and we honor the many diverse Indigenous peoples connected to this land that has sustained their people for centuries. They are an important part of our history, our present, and our future. We also invest in the future of contemporary tribal members. As an arts and culture organization, it is our duty to uplift the artists and activists doing this work. We have been honored to collaborate with many visual artists and performers, representing numerous tribes, on Scottsdale Arts events and exhibitions through the years.

Thank you to our dedicated Board of Trustees: Mark B. Candelaria (Chair)

Jeffrey Miller

Stephanie Lyon (Past Chair)

John Campbell

Jeff Rakoczy (Secretary)

Keith Galbut

Catherine Long (Treasurer)

Kristopher Harman

Brittany Tapley

Linda S. Peterson

Christine Kovach

Melanie Sutton

Dennis Robbins

Merle Rosskam

Dino Camuñez

Mistie Weishaar

Elizabeth Shaw

Rhonda Anderson

Erik Peterson

Steve Biddle

Heidi Rosner

Trey Brennan

Jacqueline Schenkein, M.D.


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Scottsdale Arts ONE Membership

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Performances

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Exhibitions & Gallery Tours

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Events

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Donations & Sponsorships

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Programs & Workshops

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Schools & Educators

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The Stores at Scottsdale Arts

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Rentals

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Plan Your Visit

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Partners & Sponsors

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At-A-Glance Calendar

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PERFORMANCES Marty Stuart. Photo: Alysse Gafkjen

Amy Grant. Photo: Courtesy of the artist

SEPTEMBER

Paula Cole. Photo: Ebru Yildiz

OCTOBER

Amy Grant – The Me That Remains Tour

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives

Paula Cole THIS FIRE: 30

Friday, Sept. 25, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $68.50 | ONE Member tickets start at $62.55 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $52 | ONE Member tickets start at $47.60 + Add-on VIP experience available Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $44 | ONE Member tickets start at $39.30 + Add-on VIP experience available Virginia G. Piper Theater

Known for iconic pop hits like “Baby Baby” and “Every Heartbeat,” Amy Grant’s first album in more than a decade is the deeply personal The Me That Remains. Singer-songwriter Franni Cash will open.

Combining impeccable musicianship with rich storytelling, Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives deliver a showstopping live experience that traverses country, surf, bluegrass, and rock.

Ticket prices included under performances use all-in pricing (including ticket fees).

Friday, Oct. 2, 7:30 p.m.

Celebrate 30 years of the album that launched “Where Have All the Cowboys Gone?” and “I Don’t Want to Wait” with an intimate, emotionally charged performance. Singersongwriter Rett Madison will open.

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Punch Brothers. Photo: Courtesy of artist

OCTOBER Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

An Evening with Punch Brothers

Wednesday, Oct. 7, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 10, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $56.50 | ONE Member tickets start at $51.55 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $76 | ONE Member tickets start at $69.30 + Add-on VIP experience available Virginia G. Piper Theater

Sunday, Oct. 11, 4 p.m.

Punch Brothers both embrace and transcend traditional bluegrass, expanding their sound with a mix of playfulness, technical precision, and frenzied vitality that builds from strength to strength.

This opening concert celebrates music grounded in tradition and brought to life through rhythm and energy—from the folk-inspired joy of Dvořák’s Symphony no. 8 to the unmistakable American voice of Edgar Meyer.

From impeccable suits to a boisterous and swaggering sound, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy delivers a vibrantly contemporary fusion of swing revival and traditional jazz. JAZZ SERIES PARTNER:

Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Roots and Rhythm Tickets start at $20 | ONE Member tickets start at $18.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

PARTNER:

DAYTON FOWLER GRAFMAN ENDOWMENT FOR CLASSICAL MUSIC

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Killer Queen - A Tribute To Queen ft Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury. Photo: Jelena Rudi

Killer Queen - A Tribute To Queen ft Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury

Underneath the Glittery Moon

Mama, I’m a Big Girl Now!

Film Premiere and Reception

Friday, Oct. 23, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 14, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Oct. 15, 7 p.m.

Tickets start at $49 | ONE Member tickets start at $44.80 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets: $31 | ONE Member tickets: $28.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

From “Bohemian Rhapsody” to “Don’t Stop Me Now,” the living jukebox that is Killer Queen is the best way to experience these beloved hits live.

Attend the premiere of a heartwarming and joyfully romantic comedy, where romance sparks for three couples at a community theatre show in Scottsdale. Then meet the cast and crew at the afterparty!

PARTNER:

Ticket prices included under performances use all-in pricing (including ticket fees).

Tickets start at $74 | ONE Member tickets start at $67.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

The stars of Broadway’s Hairspray—Marissa Jaret Winokur, Kerry Butler, and Laura Bell Bundy—deliver a hilarious and heartfelt musical journey about friendships, careers, and children. BROADWAY SERIES PARTNER:

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Lyle Lovett. Photo: Courtesy of artist

NOVEMBER Lyle Lovett and his Small Large Band

North Mississippi Allstars

Marc Broussard

Thursday, Nov. 5, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Nov. 8, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 17, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $84 | ONE Member tickets start at $76.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $42 | ONE Member tickets start at $37.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $38 | ONE Member tickets start at $34.80 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Versatile and eccentric, haunting and masterful, Lyle Lovett’s live performances couple his gift for storytelling with elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues.

Raw and loose, full of rhythms and riffs, the North Mississippi Allstars manifest pure energy and musicality through their signature brand of Hill Country blues.

Incorporating funk, blues, rock, and R&B into his fiery performances, Marc Broussard’s bayou soul unleashes energy in the form of music, and the audience reflects it back. Singer-songwriter Cristina Vane will open.

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Parsons Dance. Photo: Rachel Neville

Parsons Dance Saturday, Nov. 21, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $43 | ONE Member tickets start at $38.40 Virginia G. Piper Theater

A longtime Center favorite returning after eight years, Parsons Dance delivers pure joy in motion, athleticism, and heart that will inspire you, no matter your age or dance background. DANCE SERIES SPONSORS:

BETTY HUM & ALAN YUDELL DR. MISHA COHEN PECK KAREN & JOHN VORIS

Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE. Photo: Courtesy of artist

Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Color Comes to Life

Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE

Sunday, Nov. 22, 4 p.m.

Saturday, Nov. 28, 4 p.m.

Tickets start at $20 | ONE Member tickets start at $18.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $35 | ONE Member tickets start at $32.10 + Add-on VIP experience available Virginia G. Piper Theater

From beloved classics to modern favorites, the magical music of animation bursts into color— live on stage with the energy and imagination of a full orchestra. PARTNER:

Perfect for first-time theatergoers and fans who remain young at heart, Fraggle Rock is a hilarious and heartwarming live experience from Jim Henson’s Creature Shop.

DAYTON FOWLER GRAFMAN ENDOWMENT FOR CLASSICAL MUSIC

Ticket prices included under performances use all-in pricing (including ticket fees).

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Andy Grammer. Photo: Christopher Beyer

Celtic Woman. Photo: Derek Baker

DECEMBER ANDY GRAMMER - Greater Than Pt. II: A One Man Show

Home Free: Coming Home for the Holidays

Celtic Woman Silver Bells Christmas Tour 2026

Wednesday, Dec. 2, 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 3, 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 6, 7 p.m.

Tickets start at $64 | ONE Member tickets start at $56.50 + Add-on VIP experience available Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $52 | ONE Member tickets start at $47.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $78 | ONE Member tickets start at $71.10 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Winner of NBC’s The Sing Off, a cappella quintet Home Free adds some holiday magic to its signature mix of incredible harmonies, complex arrangements, and quick-witted humor.

Blending celestial voices with breathtaking orchestral arrangements of holiday favorites, Celtic Woman’s Silver Bells Christmas Tour promises an enchanting evening of stunning vocals and festive warmth.

With only a piano, a guitar, and a room full of voices, Andy Grammer turns the stage into a shared experience that is deeply personal and undeniably uplifting.

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Home Free. Photo: Courtesy of artist

Voctave. Photo: Greg Hernandez

Voctave | It Feels Like Christmas Friday, Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $46 | ONE Member tickets start at $42.10 Virginia G. Piper Theater

If you want to truly feel the shimmering joy of the season, this 11-member a cappella group promises a magical evening of Christmas favorites from its chart-topping holiday albums.

Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp. Photo: Adam and Christy Kissick

Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp: Celebrating 30 Years of Friendship & Music

Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Light in Motion

Saturday, Dec. 12, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $20 | ONE Member tickets start at $18.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $53 | ONE Member tickets start at $48.40 Virginia G. Piper Theater

The Broadway hit RENT’s original Roger and Mark celebrate their friendship and history in one remarkable night of music, stories, and fun. BROADWAY SERIES PARTNER:

Ticket prices included under performances use all-in pricing (including ticket fees).

Sunday, Dec. 13, 4 p.m.

Celebrate the warmth, wonder, and joy of the holidays through an uplifting blend of beloved seasonal favorites and festive orchestral works. PARTNER:

DAYTON FOWLER GRAFMAN ENDOWMENT FOR CLASSICAL MUSIC

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José Hernández’s Merry-achi Christmas. Photo: Courtesy of artist

DECEMBER Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel Glorious Musical Jewels— Music of Beethoven and Schubert

Tuesday, Dec. 15, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $34 | ONE Member tickets start at $31.20 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Discover Beethoven’s joyous polonaise, beloved Für Elise, and humorous bagatelles, alongside Schubert’s dramatic F Minor Impromptu, charming waltzes, and the heavenly Ave Maria. PARTNER AND SPONSOR:

DAYTON FOWLER GRAFMAN ENDOWMENT FOR CLASSICAL MUSIC DR. DAVID AND JOAN GOLDFARB TRUST

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JANUARY Mariachi Sol de México presents

José Hernández’s Merry-achi Christmas

Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel The Romantic Music of Brahms

Friday, Dec. 18, 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 12, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $49 | ONE Member tickets start at $44.80 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $34 | ONE Member tickets start at $31.20 Virginia G. Piper Theater

A vibrant concert experience that blends beloved holiday classics with traditional mariachi music and innovative arrangements, this festive performance has become a beloved tradition.

Be swept away by exuberant Hungarian dances, lyrical waltzes, deeply affecting Intermezzos, and the fiery B Minor Rhapsody. PARTNER AND SPONSOR:

DAYTON FOWLER GRAFMAN ENDOWMENT FOR CLASSICAL MUSIC DR. DAVID AND JOAN GOLDFARB TRUST


Booker T. Jones. Photo: Courtesy of artist

An Evening with

TROMBONE SHORTY & ORLEANS AVENUE Friday, Jan. 22, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $88.50 | ONE Member tickets start at $51.75 Virginia G. Piper Theater

With a seemingly limitless source of infectious energy, Trombone Shorty is an absolute presence on the stage: part frontman, part hype man, all passion and precision.

BalletX. Photo: Courtesy of artist

Booker T. Jones

BalletX

Saturday, Jan. 23, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 30, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $64 | ONE Member tickets start at $57.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $43 | ONE Member tickets start at $38.40 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Travel through the history of soul, blues, and R&B with a living legend—the architect of Memphis soul and maestro of the Hammond B-3 organ.

Don’t miss the Arizona premiere of BalletX, a leading contemporary ballet company that unites artistic innovation with technical excellence—boldly advancing the art form into an exciting new territory.

JAZZ SERIES PARTNER:

JAZZ SERIES PARTNER:

Ticket prices included under performances use all-in pricing (including ticket fees).

DANCE SERIES SPONSORS:

BETTY HUM & ALAN YUDELL DR. MISHA COHEN PECK KAREN & JOHN VORIS

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Sam Bush. Photo: Courtesy of artist

FEBRUARY Sons of Cream

Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra

Wednesday, Feb. 3, 7:30 p.m.

Circles of Connection

Tickets start at $46.50 | ONE Member tickets start at $41.85 Virginia G. Piper Theater

From “Sunshine of Your Love” to “White Room,” Sons of Cream bring to light the spirit, and energy, and audacity of their fathers’ music.

Sunday, Feb. 7, 4 p.m. Tickets start at $20 | ONE Member tickets start at $18.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Circles of Connection explores the relationships that inspire great music, celebrating the bonds that shape our lives with unforgettable musical storytelling. PARTNER:

DAYTON FOWLER GRAFMAN ENDOWMENT FOR CLASSICAL MUSIC

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Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel Chopin in Paris

Tuesday, Feb. 9, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $20 | ONE Member tickets start at $31.20 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Encounter the joyful Ballade no. 3, the devilish Scherzo no. 3, the dreamy Nocturne in D Flat, and the stirring Polonaise in A Major. PARTNER AND SPONSOR:

DAYTON FOWLER GRAFMAN ENDOWMENT FOR CLASSICAL MUSIC DR. DAVID AND JOAN GOLDFARB TRUST


Black Grace. Photo: Courtesy of artist

MARCH An Evening with Sam Bush

Sun & Sounds

Black Grace

Friday, Feb. 26, 7:30 p.m.

Sundays, Feb. 28, March 7, and March 14, noon–4 p.m.

Saturday, March 6, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $46 | ONE Member tickets start at $41.40 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Mandolinist Sam Bush—the Father of Newgrass—is a living link between traditional bluegrass and more contemporary sounds, matching a polished stage presence with high-octane energy.

Tickets: Free West Bowl, 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 from the bar, and plenty of good company (including your furry friends!).

Tickets start at $46 | ONE Member tickets start at $42.10 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Making their Arizona debut, Black Grace brings the raw power and ceremonial depth of Pacific Island movement traditions to the stage in a way that redefines what contemporary dance can be. DANCE SERIES SPONSORS:

BETTY HUM & ALAN YUDELL DR. MISHA COHEN PECK KAREN & JOHN VORIS

Ticket prices included under performances use all-in pricing (including ticket fees).

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Mariachi Herencia de México. Photo: Courtesy of artist

MARCH Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel

Buena Vista Orchestra

Virtuoso Variations — Mendelssohn, Rachmaninoff, and Tchaikovsky

Tickets start at $54.50 | ONE Member tickets start at $49.05 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tuesday, March 9, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $34 | ONE Member tickets start at $31.20 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Experience Beethoven’s God Save the King, Mendelssohn’s soulful variations on an original melody, Rachmaninoff’s well-known Variation on a Theme by Paganini, and Tchaikovsky Variations op. 19 no. 6. PARTNER AND SPONSOR:

DAYTON FOWLER GRAFMAN ENDOWMENT FOR CLASSICAL MUSIC DR. DAVID AND JOAN GOLDFARB TRUST

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Thursday, March 11, 7:30 p.m.

Bask in the atmosphere of a magical Havana night as a Latin tapestry of piano, percussion, strings, and brass unfolds in this celebration of a profound musical heritage. JAZZ SERIES PARTNER:

MARIACHI HERENCIA DE MÉXICO: Honoring Juan Gabriel Friday, March 12, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $45 | ONE Member tickets start at $40.20 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Celebrating the timeless artistry of Juan Gabriel, this powerful tribute to El Divo de Juárez brings his influential catalog to life with passion, elegance, and mariachi brilliance.


Matthew Morrison. Photo: The Portrait Lab

APRIL Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra

40 Fingers

Matthew Morrison

Winds and Wanderings

Wednesday, March 24, 7:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 21, 7:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $56.50 | ONE Member tickets start at $50.85 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $42 | ONE Member tickets start at $37.80 + Add-on VIP experience available Virginia G. Piper Theater

Sunday, March 21, 4 p.m. Tickets start at $20 | ONE Member tickets start at $18.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

From windswept landscapes to bold modern energy, Winds and Wanderings carries you across time and place with music that moves, explores, and inspires.

Feel the fusion and virtuosity in every chord as 40 FINGERS’s innovative performance pushes the limits of what guitar music can be.

PARTNER:

Step into a world where music and dance are more than just entertainment; Matthew Morrison’s SHOW UP is a journey into the heart of what makes us human. BROADWAY SERIES PARTNER:

DAYTON FOWLER GRAFMAN ENDOWMENT FOR CLASSICAL MUSIC

Ticket prices included under performances use all-in pricing (including ticket fees).

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Michael Kosta. Photo: Courtesy of artist

MAY

JUNE

Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra

Michael Kosta | Big Dad Energy

Ballet Arizona | Ballet in the Making

Symphony Untux’d — Mahler’s First Revealed

Friday, May 14, 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 12, 2 and 7:30 p.m.

Tickets start at $42 | ONE Member tickets start at $37.80 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Tickets start at $32 | ONE Member tickets start at $28.80 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Blending observational humor with hilarious anecdotes, the former tennis pro turned The Daily Show host brings his high-energy, razorsharp storytelling to Scottsdale.

Experience original ballet at the cusp of evolution in this collection of original pieces, created by the dancers themselves through experimentation and collaboration. Presented in partnership with Ballet Arizona.

Sunday, May 9, 4 p.m. Tickets start at $20 | ONE Member tickets start at $18.50 Virginia G. Piper Theater

Symphony Untux’d—Mahler’s First Revealed blends live performance with insight and demonstration, bringing you closer to the music and revealing its energy, structure, and emotion. PARTNER:

DAYTON FOWLER GRAFMAN ENDOWMENT FOR CLASSICAL MUSIC

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Celebrating 75 Years with

East Bowl and Children's Gardens. Photo: A.D.V. Media

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Installation view of Mark + Making | Selections from the SMoCA Collection on view through Jan. 31, 2027, at SMoCA. Photo: Gabby Usinger

EXHIBITIONS & GALLERY TOURS On View at SMoCA Desert Perspectives

alejandro t acierto: Model Home

Sept. 19–ongoing

Sept. 26–Feb. 7

Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and curated by Keshia Turley, assistant curator.

Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and curated by Julie Ganas, curator of engagement and digital initiatives, and Oliver Sayers, SMoCA coordinator.

PARTNER AND SPONSOR:

WALTER AND KARLA GOLDSCHMIDT FOUNDATION

Mark + Making Selections from the SMoCA Collection Through Jan. 31

Desert ArtLAB | What the Earth Keeps Sep. 19–Jan. 31

Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and curated by Keshia Turley, assistant curator.

Get exclusive insights into rotating exhibitions from a SMoCA curator. Discover the artists, ideas, and stories behind the artwork during a one-hour tour.

Estephania González | Chicomoztoc: The Cosmic Throne Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and curated by Lauren R. O’Connell, curator of contemporary art.

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Organized by Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art and curated by Keshia Turley, assistant curator.

Feb. 20–August 2027

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Curator-Led Tours

ONE MEMBER BENEFIT:

Museum admission is always free!


Community-Based Exhibitions ArtSpark #1

Club Creatives

The Wisdom: Artists Over 65

Sept. 25–Jan. 24

Oct. 16–Jan. 10

April 13–June 30

Center Space, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

ArtReach Space, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Civic Center Public Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library

Organized by Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation and curated by Natalie Marsh, director of Learning & Innovation.

Organized by Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation and curated by Taylor Samuels, community engagement coordinator.

Organized by Scottsdale Public Art and curated by Wendy Raisanen, curator of exhibitions and tours.

Christopher Jagmin: Documenting Uncertainty

Visions ‘27

Jan. 11–March 31

Center Space, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

PARTNERS AND SPONSORS:

ALISON LEWIS & CRAIG KRUMWIEDE KAREN & JOHN VORIS

May 7–Sept. 19

Civic Center Public Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library

Delicately Drawn: Alexandra Bowers and Matthew Hunt Oct. 6–Dec. 31 Civic Center Public Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library

Organized by Scottsdale Public Art and curated by Wendy Raisanen, curator of exhibitions and tours.

Organized by Scottsdale Public Art and curated by Wendy Raisanen, curator of exhibitions and tours.

Organized by Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation and curated by Lyndal Pleasant, community and engagement manager. PARTNERS AND SPONSORS:

Behind the Scenes: 25 Years of Detour Company Theatre Feb. 5–April 25 Center Space, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

BETTY L HUM PHOTOGRAPHY

Organized by Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation and curated by Natalie Marsh, director of Learning & Innovation.

Free Digital Guides Enhance your visit with our free digital guides on Bloomberg Connects, the free arts and culture app. Find exclusive content about SMoCA artworks and hear from artists, curators, and more. When you download the app, you get access to special content during your visit and access to enjoy the Museum on demand. Discover public artworks across Scottsdale like never before, featuring audio tours, artist insights, and multimedia content. Use the app to plan your visit anytime, from anywhere, and while navigating artworks on-site.

Find SMoCA and Scottsdale Public Art on the app today! To learn more and download the app, scan the QR code.

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Events ArtSpark #1 Opening Reception

Friday, Sept. 25, 5–7 p.m. Tickets: Free Center Space Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts PARTNERS AND SPONSORS:

ALISON LEWIS & CRAIG KRUMWIEDE KAREN & JOHN VORIS

SMoCA Fall Opening Celebration Friday, Sept. 25, 7–9 p.m. Tickets: Free Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

What a _______Year, NYE Party on the Park 2026 with The Docksiders

Thursday, Dec. 31, 8 p.m.–12:30 a.m. Scottsdale Civic Center

Celebrate New Year's Eve with the inaugural NYE Party on the Park—a high-energy evening with local radio host Rich Berra, a DJ, and The Docksiders yacht rock experience.

SMoCA Spring 2026 Opening Celebration. Photo: Brian Passey

The Wisdom: Artists Over 65 Opening Reception

Thursday, April 15, 5–6:30 p.m. Tickets: Free Civic Center Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library

Visions ‘27 Opening Reception

Friday, May 7, 5 p.m.

Christopher Jagmin: Documenting Uncertainty

Tickets: Free Center Space Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Opening Reception

PARTNERS AND SPONSORS:

Thursday, Jan. 14, 5–6:30 p.m. Tickets: Free Civic Center Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library

BETTY L HUM PHOTOGRAPHY

Open Spaces: Fiber Art and Landscape Behind the Scenes: 25 Years of Closing Reception Detour Company Theatre Thursday, Sept. 24, 5–6:30 p.m.

Opening Reception

Tickets: Free Civic Center Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library

Friday, Feb. 5, 5–7 p.m.

Delicately Drawn: Alexandra Bowers and Matthew Hunt Opening Reception

Thursday, Oct. 8, 6–7:30 p.m. Tickets: Free Civic Center Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Civic Center Library

Friday, March 5, 7–9 p.m. Tickets: Free Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

Glow Up @SMoCA

SMoCA Spring Opening Celebration

Save the Date! Saturday, April 3 Scottsdale Arts is tethered together by a passion for the arts and a dedication to innovation, accessibility, education, and community placemaking. Proceeds support the dynamic arts and innovation programs at Scottsdale Arts.

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Tickets: $27 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

Put on your detective caps because Mystery in the Museum turns a night at the museum into an evening of art, intrigue, and fun! Guests team up to crack clues, chase down secrets, and uncover the story hidden throughout the galleries. Each ticket includes two free drinks and a goody bag.

Tickets: Free Center Space Gallery, located inside Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts

Scottsdale Arts’ ARTrageous Gala

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Mystery in the Museum

Tickets: $25 Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

Glow Up @SMoCA is a series advocating for self-care and supporting wellness. It features sound baths and gentle yoga inside SMoCA’s exhibitions. Each session will be led by Melinda Milton, a skilled practitioner, who will guide you through meditative techniques.


Scottsdale Arts’

Canal Convergence Theme: Western Nature Nightly, Nov. 6-15 Tickets: Free Scottsdale Waterfront

Get ready for Canal Convergence, the free, 10-night immersive public art festival happening this November at the Scottsdale Waterfront! This exciting event is your chance to experience dramatic large-scale light-art installations, participate in fun workshops and artwork tours, enjoy live music in the beer and wine garden, and more. This year’s event theme, Western Nature, explores and celebrates the American West, the Southwest, and Arizona. From the desert’s iconic flora and fauna to the cultural blend that defines western identity, Canal Convergence 2026’s artworks and activities will reflect both the ecological and cultural natures of the American West. Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable experience at Canal Convergence. For details visit CanalConvergence.com or scan the QR code. PARTNERS AND SPONSORS:

For details visit CanalConvergence.com or scan the QR code. Above: Octopoda by Amigo & Amigo, 2025. Photo: David Blakeman. Below: Long Wave by Pneuhaus, 2025. Photo: David Blakeman.

Arizona Concours d’Elegance The Art of Elegance at Speed Sunday, Jan. 24, 9 a.m. Tickets start at $97.50 Scottsdale Civic Center

Discover the art of elegance at speed during the 9th edition of the Arizona Concours d’Elegance, an automotive showcase meets garden party on the green lawns of Scottsdale Civic Center! Professionally judged and curated, the Concours will feature more than 100 rarely seen dream cars and highvalue collector vehicles. In celebration of its 80th anniversary, this year’s featured marque is Ferrari, and a significant number of the legendary Italian race cars and sports cars will be present for up-close viewing. Want to enhance your Concours experience? The 7 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 24, Arizona Concours d’Elegance admission “Dawn Patrol” also includes a Lecture Series (to be announced) on Saturday, Jan. 23.

Photo: Brian Passey

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Scottsdale Family ArtsFest Friday, March 5, 5–9 p.m. Saturday, March 6, 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Tickets: Free Scottsdale Civic Center

Scottsdale Family ArtsFest is a free festival of creativity that includes performances, interactive demonstrations, creative interventions, and culinary delights from local food trucks throughout Scottsdale Civic Center. SPONSORS:

Photo: Betty L Hum Photography

Scottsdale Civic Center Rewind: Across the Decades

Merchantile Holiday Market

Saturday, Sept. 19, 6–9 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 12–13, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Pop Punk Picnic and Concert Friday, Oct. 2, 6–8:30 p.m.

Arizona Indian Festival

Scottsdale Fall Festival

Saturday, Feb. 6, 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Saturday, Oct. 17, 5–9 p.m.

Scottsdale Día de los Muertos Festival Saturday, Oct. 24, 1–10 p.m.

Scottsdale Italian Festival Saturday, Nov. 7, 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, 11 a.m.–6 p.m.

Merchantile Market Saturday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Ultimate Family Play Date Saturday, Dec. 5, 9 a.m.

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Bunnanza Saturday, March 27, 9 a.m.

Original Taste Saturday, April 17, 7 p.m.


Photo: Betty L Hum Photography

Your Support Creates More Than Great Arts Experiences The arts help people connect more deeply—to themselves, to one another, and to the places they call home. Every performance, exhibition, public art installation, and arts education program creates opportunities for curiosity, creativity, and connection. With your support, these experiences remain accessible to people of all ages, enriching lives and strengthening our community.

What Your Support Makes Possible Together, gifts of every size help expand access to meaningful experiences through the arts that inspire, connect, and enrich lives. $50 – H elps provide free family art experiences through Second Saturdays @SMoCA $250 – Supports community arts programs in libraries, neighborhoods, and public spaces $1,000+ – Expands access to artist residencies, arts education, and cultural experiences for local students

Create a Lasting Legacy Include Scottsdale Arts in your estate plans to help ensure the arts continue to inspire future generations. Planned gifts of any size are recognized through the Scottsdale Arts Legacy Society.

Invest in Our Community Through the Arts Join community leaders who believe in the power of the arts to inspire, connect, and strengthen our community. Together, we can continue creating opportunities that spark curiosity, bring people together, and expand access to the arts. Your investment helps support: • Teaching artists, classroom residencies, and workshops • Performances, exhibitions, public art, and the artists who bring them to life • Free community events, programs, and festivals that welcome everyone • And so much more!

Let’s Start the Conversation Whether you’re interested in making a gift, becoming a sponsor, exploring legacy giving, or partnering with Scottsdale Arts, we’re here to help. Individual Sponsors & Legacy Giving

Corporate Partners & Institutional Giving

Sam Benson, donor experience manager – private giving SBenson@ScottsdaleArts.org | 480-425-5353

Alyssa Still, donor experience manager – public giving AStill@ScottsdaleArts.org | 480-874-4669

Thank you for helping create opportunities for people of all ages to experience creativity, connection, and inspiration. The arts belong to everyone, and you make that possible.

Scan to make your gift today. Or visit ScottsdaleArts.org/support-us/donate

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Programs & Workshops

Memory Studio. Photo: Betty L Hum Photography

Artist Talks

Library Creatives

Memory Studio

Tickets: Varies depending on program Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art

Tickets: Free Scottsdale Civic Center Library

Tickets: Free, with RSVP Monthly in various locations across Scottsdale

Discover SMoCA’s fall and spring exhibitions with artist talks and artist-led workshops that encourage connection, exploration, and deeper engagement with the art.

Library Creatives offers exhibitions and workshops for all ages to engage with the arts at Scottsdale Public Library. This program is a partnership between Scottsdale Arts and Scottsdale Public Library.

Memory Studio is a program for people with mild to moderate memory loss and their care partners, featuring workshops led by professional artists that inspire creative engagement and meaningful shared experiences.

To learn more about this program, dates, and RSVP, visit ScottsdaleArts.org or scan the QR code.

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To learn more about this program, dates, and RSVP, visit ScottsdaleArts.org or scan the QR code.

To learn more about this program, dates, and RSVP, visit ScottsdaleArts.org or scan the QR code.


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 ScottsdaleArts.org, call us at 480-499-8587, or email us at Learning@ScottsdaleArts.org.

Holocaust Education Kits

SMoCA Discovery Program

Tickets: Free for schools

Tickets: Free for schools

Hope Chest and Hold on to Hope are designed to inspire community through Arizona-based Holocaust survivor Oskar Knoblauch’s memoir. Oskar’s story of survival and the relevant themes of hope and respect shine a light on living life not as a bystander but as an “upstander” and on the tragic consequences of intolerance.

The Discovery Program combines a classroom workshop with a museum field trip. In the classroom, students participate in a studio-style, hands-on lesson that introduces key themes through active artmaking and discussion. At the museum, a guided tour of SMoCA’s exhibitions deepens this learning through inquiry-based dialogue and interactive in-gallery activities.

PARTNERS

LEARNING & INNOVATION SUPPORTERS OF OUR SCHOOLS & EDUCATOR PROGRAMS ARE:

Cultural Connections Dance masterclass with Ballet Hispánico. Photo: Betty L Hum Photography

SmART Integration SmART Integration is all about mixing the magic of the arts, like painting, music, movement, and drama, into everyday classroom learning. Through exciting, standards-based residencies and workshops, educators pick up strategies they can easily weave into their lessons. The result? Curious, engaged students who think deeply, get creative, and connect with what they’re learning in totally new ways. Learning has never been this fun or this SmART! SmART Integration is accomplished through a collaboration with more than 20 teaching artists, multiple school districts, and select national partners, including the Kennedy Center, Focus 5, and Wolf Trap Institute for Early Learning Through the Arts.

JEFF RAKOCZY AND LAURA AHL

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The Stores at Scottsdale Arts Discover a curated collection of artisan-crafted goods from Arizona and around the world at The Store at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. Featuring distinctive home décor, handcrafted jewelry, wearable art, and meaningful gifts, every piece is chosen to celebrate artistry, culture, performance, and the unique spirit of Scottsdale. The Shop@SMoCA is filled with handmade, art-inspired goods sourced from artists rooted in the Southwest, underrepresented voices, and makers from across the globe. Every item is chosen with care—original, exclusive, and a little unexpected. Every purchase made at the stores at Scottsdale Arts supports our mission to promote the arts and enrich the cultural community. For more information, visit ScottsdaleArts.org or scan the QR code.

For store hours and more information, visit ScottsdaleArts.org or scan the QR code.

ONE MEMBER BENEFIT: Discounts from 10–20% at Friend level and above! Photo: Scottsdale Arts

Host Your Event at Scottsdale Arts! From large trade shows, festivals, and theatrical productions to weddings and private meetings, Scottsdale Arts offers unique venues for unforgettable events. Proceeds support our nonprofit mission and arts programs for the community. 26

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Learn more at ScottsdaleArts.org or scan the QR code.


Ways to Save! Become a Subscriber Be part of the Scottsdale Arts community! Save more when you subscribe to a Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts package this season. Choose from Contemporary Dance or Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel. Visit ScottsdaleArts.org to learn more or scan the QR code.

Student and Teacher Discounts We value our teachers and students and want to make it even easier for you to see incredible artists from around the world! In the 2026–27 season, we offer a limited number of discounted tickets to many shows at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts. To take advantage of this discount, call us at 480-499-8587. Active Duty & Veterans Tickets As a token of our gratitude, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts is proud to offer special ticket pricing for active-duty military members and veterans. Join us for the 2026–27 season to experience incredible performances from around the globe, with a limited number of discounted tickets available for many of our shows. To reserve your seats using this discount, please call us at 480-499-8587.

Black Grace. Photo: Courtesy of artist

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Plan Your Visit Visit Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art Scan the QR code with your mobile device to learn more about Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art. 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.

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

Admission

Civic Center Library Garage 3803 N Drinkwater Blvd

Admission can be purchased online and inperson. Free for Scottsdale Arts ONE Members Pay-what-you-wish admission every Thursday and second Saturday of the month.

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.

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.

Assistive-Listening Devices

Wheelchair-Accessible Seating

Live Audio Description and Cart Captioning

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• 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.

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 Guest Experiences 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!

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 ScottsdaleArts.org/visit/accessibility or scan the QR code with your mobile device.

Phone Relay Service Persons with varying levels of hearing or a speech challenges, for relay service, please call 7-1-1.

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Partners & Sponsors Meaningful arts experiences don't happen by chance. They happen because of individuals, businesses, foundations, and public partners who believe in the power of the arts to inspire, connect, and strengthen our community. We are proud to recognize the following partners and sponsors whose leadership and support help make these opportunities possible. Interested in partnering with Scottsdale Arts? Let’s start the conversation. Contact Alycia Elfstrom, chief development officer, at 480-874-4620 or AElfstrom@ScottsdaleArts.org.

World Class

BETTY HUM AND ALAN YUDELL

KAREN AND JOHN VORIS

Title KRUMWIEDE LEWIS FAMILY FOUNDATION

SCOTTSDALE CULINARY FESTIVAL, IN HONOR OF ALEX SIMONS AND DR. GEORGE OWNENS

WALTER AND KARLA GOLDSCHMIDT FOUNDATION

Presenting DARREN JEFFREY

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DR. DAVID AND JOAN GOLDFARB TRUST


Signature

SIETE FOODS

Supporting

DOMINIC RUSSO

DR. MISCHA COHEN PECK

LISHERNESS FOUNDATION

NANCY AND ROBERT KRAVETZ PHILANTHROPIC FUND

Collaborating Partners

Legacy Society

Dayton Fowler Grafman Endowment for Classical Music Dermody Properties Experience Scottsdale Milagro Tequila The Molly Blank Fund Wellborn Financial

Recognizing those who have included Scottsdale Arts in their estate plans, helping ensure the arts continue inspiring future generations.

Spirit of the Community Partners (promotional products support) Chompie’s Restaurant, Deli, and Bakery

Anonymous Arleen Lorrance and Diane Kennedy Pike Chet and Ann Goldberg Estate Chris and Bob Irish Cynthia Muss Lawrence Dayton Fowler Grafman Endowment for Classical Music Diane Rejman Ellie and Michael Ziegler Eric Jungermann and Family Evelyn Y. Davis 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 Phylis and Arnold Morof Richard Herman Estate Sara and David Lieberman Sue and Robert Karatz Theodore R Stephan Endowment for Student Matinees Wendy Sternberg Estate

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At-a-Glance Calendar September October

November

December

Exhibition Opens (SMoCA) Desert Perspectives Sept. 19

Lyle Lovett & the Small Large Band Nov. 5 Canal Convergence (Scottsdale Waterfront) Nov. 6–15 Scottsdale Italian Festival (Civic Center) Nov. 7–8 North Mississippi Allstars Nov. 8 Marc Broussard Nov. 17 Merchantile Market (Civic Center) Nov. 21 Parsons Dance Nov. 21 Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Color Comes to Life Nov. 22 Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE Nov. 28

Andy Grammer Greater Than Pt. II: A One Man Show Dec. 2 Home Free Coming Home for the Holidays Dec. 3 Ultimate Family Play Date (Civic Center) Dec. 5 Celtic Woman Silver Bells Christmas Tour 2026 Dec. 6 Voctave | It Feels Like Christmas Dec. 11 Adam Pascal & Anthony Rapp Dec. 12 Merchantile Holiday Market (Civic Center) Dec. 12–13 Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Light in Motion Dec. 13 Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel | Glorious Musical Jewels—Music of Beethoven and Schubert Dec. 15 Mariachi Sol de México presents José Hernández’s Merry-achi Christmas Dec. 18 Exhibition Closes (Civic Center Public Gallery) Delicately Drawn: Alexandra Bowers and Matthew Hunt Dec. 31 What a _______Year, NYE Party on the Park 2026 with The Docksiders (Civic Center) Dec. 31

Exhibition Opens (SMoCA) Desert ArtLAB Sept. 19 Rewind: Across the Decades (Civic Center) Sept. 19 Exhibition Closing Reception (Civic Center Public Gallery) Open Spaces: Fiber Art and Landscape Sept. 24 Amy Grant Sept. 25 Exhibition Opens/Reception (Center Space Gallery) ArtSpark #1 Sept. 25 SMoCA Fall Opening Celebration (SMoCA) Sept. 25 Exhibition Opens (SMoCA) alejandro t acierto: Model Home Sept. 26 Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives Sept. 27 Exhibition Closes (Civic Center Public Gallery) Open Spaces: Fiber Art and Landscape Sept. 30

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Paula Cole THIS FIRE: 30 Oct. 2 Pop Punk Picnic and Concert (Civic Center) Oct. 2 Exhibition Opens (Civic Center Public Gallery) Delicately Drawn: Alexandra Bowers and Matthew Hunt Oct. 6 Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Oct. 7 Exhibition Opening Reception (Civic Center Public Gallery) Delicately Drawn: Alexandra Bowers and Matthew Hunt Oct. 8 An Evening with Punch Brothers Oct. 10 Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Roots and Rhythm Oct. 11 Killer Queen - A Tribute To Queen ft Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury Oct. 14 Underneath the Glittery Moon Film Premiere and Reception Oct. 15 Exhibition Opens (ArtReach Space) Club Creatives Oct. 16 Scottsdale Fall Festival (Civic Center) Oct. 17 Mama, I’m a Big Girl Now! Oct. 23 Scottsdale Día de los Muertos Festival (Civic Center) Oct. 24


January

February

Exhibition Closes (ArtReach Space) Club Creatives Jan. 10 Exhibition Opens (Civic Center Public Gallery) Christopher Jagmin: Documenting Uncertainty Jan. 11 Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel | The Romantic Music of Brahms Jan. 12 Booker T. Jones Jan. 23 An Evening with TROMBONE SHORTY & ORLEANS AVENUE Jan. 22 Arizona Concours d’Elegence The Art of Elegance at Speed (Civic Center) Jan. 24 Exhibition Closes (Center Space Gallery) ArtSpark #1 Jan. 24 BalletX Jan. 30 Exhibition Closes (SMoCA) Mark + Making | Selections from the SMoCA Collection Jan. 31

Sons of Cream Feb. 3 Exhibition Opens (Center Space Gallery) Behind the Scenes: 25 Years of Detour Company Theatre Feb. 5 Arizona Indian Festival (Civic Center) Feb. 6 Exhibition Closes (SMoCA) Desert ArtLAB Feb. 7 Exhibition Closes (SMoCA) alejandro t acierto: Model Home Feb. 7 Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra | Circles of Connection Feb. 7 Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel | Chopin in Paris Feb. 9 Exhibition Opens (SMoCA) Estephania González | Chicomoztoc: The Cosmic Throne Feb. 20 An Evening with Sam Bush Feb. 26 Exhibition Opens (SMoCA) Aaron Rothman: Spoils Feb. 27 Sun & Sounds (Civic Center) Feb. 28

March

SMoCA Spring Opening Celebration (SMoCA) March 5 Scottsdale Family ArtsFest (Civic Center) March 5–6 Exhibition Opens (SMoCA) Marpi March 6 Black Grace March 6 Sun & Sounds (Civic Center) March 7 Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel | Virtuoso Variations — Mendelssohn, Rachmaninoff, and Tchaikovsky March 9 Buena Vista Orchestra March 11 MARIACHI HERENCIA DE MÉXICO: Honoring Juan Gabriel March 12 Sun & Sounds (Civic Center) March 14 Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Winds and Wanderings March 21 40 Fingers March 24 Bunnanza (Civic Center) March 27 Exhibition Closes (Civic Center Public Gallery) Christopher Jagmin: Documenting Uncertainty March 31

April The ARTrageous Gala April 3 Exhibition Opens (Civic Center Public Gallery) The Wisdom: Artists Over 65 April 13 Exhibition Opening Reception (Civic Center Public Gallery) The Wisdom: Artists Over 65 April 15 Matthew Morrison April 21 Exhibition Closes (Center Space Gallery) Behind the Scenes: 25 Years of Detour Company Theatre April 25

May Exhibition Opening Reception (Center Space Gallery) Visions ‘27 May 7 Scottsdale Symphonic Orchestra Symphony Untux’d — Mahler’s First Revealed May 9 Michael Kosta | Big Dad Energy May 14

June Ballet Arizona Ballet in the Making June 12 Exhibition Closes (Civic Center Public Gallery) The Wisdom: Artists Over 65 June 30

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Lyle Lovett, Nov. 5

Celtic Woman, Dec. 6

Amy Grant, Sept. 25 Home Free, Dec. 3

Andy Grammer, Dec. 2 BalletX, Jan. 30

Buena Vista Orchestra, March 11


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