Civic Center Live

05/18/2024

The cooler days of autumn may be a distant daydream, but we’re already doing that dreaming for you. On May 1, Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts announced its season preview for 2024–25, and Scottsdale Arts ONE Members received access to priority seating or early ticket-buying.

ONE Membership means Scottsdale Arts is your one-stop spot for all the arts, including unlimited free admission to Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA), where you can escape the heat between now and those fun fall shows. Learn more at https://sarts.co/2Eb00Ii.

Never before has an arts organization in this region been able to offer you so much in a One Membership arts package. Discover the benefits today!

05/09/2024

Tonight at 6:30 p.m. ✨ 🌵 🍻 XIXA headlines our last Golden Hour concert of the season! There's still time to get your tickets at https://sarts.co/4bL4WRR.

Medio Pinto opens the concert at 6:30 p.m. with XIXA taking the stage at 7:30 p.m.

05/08/2024

Take a look back at our Golden Hour concert with headliner Night Beats and opener Inkbolt. There is still time to get your $25 tickets to our last Golden Hour concert of the season at https://sarts.co/4bL4WRR.

Join us Thursday, May 9 at 6:30 p.m. for a concert under an Arizona sunset filled with desert sounds.

05/08/2024

Happening this week: Golden Hour concert on Thursday, May 9 🌵with Latin folk fusion multi-instrumentalist band Medio Pinto at 6:30 p.m. and guitar-slinging six-piece band uniquely attuned to the desert and their Latin roots XIXA at 7:30 p.m. Don't miss this evening concert under an Arizona sunset. Tickets are $25 at https://sarts.co/4bL4WRR.

05/07/2024

Another hot Arizona summer is just around the corner—a time of year that’s perfect for visiting the crisp corridors of an art museum. With a Scottsdale Arts ONE Membership, you get unlimited free admission to Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art (SMoCA)!

That is just one of the many benefits of a ONE Membership. We gave it that name because Scottsdale Arts is your one-stop spot for all the arts, including performances and events at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and Civic Center LIVE. Learn more at https://sarts.co/2Eb00Ii.

Photo: Charles Darr

05/01/2024

We're excited to announce our next season! Take a peek at our preview featuring Rosanne Cash, Martha Graham Dance Company, Herb Alpert & Lani Hall, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, and many more. Start planning your calendar now at https://sarts.co/3y1pqHm.

Free parking? Check. Beautiful surroundings? We have that too. Nearby dinner spots? Plenty. Scottsdale Arts has all the amenities to enhance your event experience. So, bring a loved one or three to visit us in Old Town, where you can settle into the comfy seats of our intimate theaters or stretch out under the stars in our outdoor venues.

04/13/2024

Join us for two spring and summer bucket list challenges using the Scottsdale Public Art Pocket Guide!

50 Public Artworks for 50 Years of Scottsdale Public Art Contest
We’re challenging you to visit 50 public artworks in celebration of 50 years of public art in Scottsdale for a chance to win a year-long Arts Lover Level ONE Membership (value $50) and $10 off a purchase of $30 at The Store at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts.

Capture the Scottsdale Public Art Collection Contest
If you think 50 is easy, then double down on our challenge and visit all 97* public artworks for a chance to win a Grand Prize including a year-long Friends Level ONE Membership (value $100), a $100 gift certificate to The Store at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, two tickets to a non-restricted show (value of approx. $100), and a $100 cash prize!

Contest runs through June 30, 2024. Purchase of a Pocket Guide required. Official rules: https://sarts.co/3Q0qpOa

04/11/2024

Scottsdale Arts is seeking proposals for outdoor, temporary public artworks to be featured in and around the Arizona Canal at the Scottsdale Waterfront for Canal Convergence 2024. The ten-day event will be Nov. 8–17, and this year’s central theme is “Reflections.” This call is specifically targeting outdoor, light-based installations. Learn more: https://sarts.co/3wWDtgH

Image: Artworks by B!G ART, Jeff Zischke, and Immerge Interactive at Canal Convergence 2022. Photo: David Blakeman.

04/10/2024

Currently listening to Night Beats "Thank You" ahead of their Golden Hour performance tomorrow night at 7:30 p.m.! Paste Magazine called Night Beats a "multi-talented musician," and we could not agree more. Check out the video and interview AND then get your tickets at https://sarts.co/49HGiRm.

This performance also includes opener Phoenix-based genre-bending quartet Inkbolt at 6:30 p.m.

Paste Magazine is your source for the best music, movies, TV, comedy, videogames, books, comics, craft beer, politics and more. Discover your favorite albums and films.

04/10/2024

Get ready for an unforgettable day of soulful tunes, brews, and good vibes at the 2024 Scottsdale Jazz Festival on Saturday, April 27, at the beautiful Scottsdale Civic Center 🎷🎶

The Scottsdale Jazz Festival is just one of UNESCO’s celebrations on International Jazz Weekend across the country 🌍

⭐ VIP packages and table options available.
⭐ Several food and drink options will be available on-site, including a ticketed Brew Garden and no-host bars.
⭐ Lawn chairs are permitted.
❌ Sorry, no pets allowed.

Visit sarts.co/4cLjOkd or click the link in our bio to learn more and reserve tickets ✨

The Scottsdale Jazz Festival is just one of UNESCO’s celebrations taking place on International Jazz Weekend across the country.

04/04/2024

✨ Get ready for a celestial celebration like no other THIS Saturday, April 6 ✨

The ARTrageous Gala | Cosmic Crescendo is almost here! We're thrilled to present this much-anticipated celebration as we honor creativity, community, and those who’ve helped champion creative and cultural growth in our city and beyond!

This year's theme, Cosmic Crescendo, will transform Scottsdale Civic Center into a solar wonderland where dance, music, art, and expression align with the stars and planets as we prepare for the upcoming solar eclipse.

Guests can expect a red-carpet arrival, interactive galactic experiences, gourmet cocktails, a curated cosmic menu, and much more 🌌

Constellation Club tickets are sold out, but Galaxy tickets remain 💫
Visit Gala.ScottsdaleArts.org to put your name on the guest list!

04/02/2024

This Arizona Gives Day, help Scottsdale Arts provide art education and community support across our city. Your gift, of any size, is more important than you know. Give today at https://sarts.co/3xpCKEQ.

Art has the power to transcend boundaries.It connects every corner of our community and shapes our well-being in profound ways. Scottsdale Arts uses art to improve the lives of every citizen through:a wide variety of school programs and workshopsfamily-friendly events like Second Saturdayworksh...

04/02/2024

Help strengthen your community this Arizona Gives Day!

Your generosity allows Scottsdale Arts to provide healing, connection, and inspiration to thousands of students, residents, and visitors each year. Help us make a difference to the residents of Scottsdale through art—give today at https://sarts.co/3xpCKEQ.

03/29/2024

Our first Golden Hour concert is nearly 2 weeks away! Make plans to hang out with us in the cool grass under a beautiful Arizona sky at 6:30 p.m. on April 11. Phoenix quartet Inkblot opens the show with its instrumental, genre-bending tunes and Night Beats closes out the evening with their American psychedelic/garage rock. Learn more about this new series and get your tickets today at https://sarts.co/49HGiRm.

Immerse yourself in the distinctive sounds of the Southwest during our Golden Hour Concert Series featuring Night Beats with supporting artist Inkblot.

03/29/2024

Arizona Gives Day is next Tuesday, April 2! You can help Scottsdale Arts provide art education and community support across our city and beyond. Give today at https://sarts.co/3xpCKEQ.

Art has the power to transcend boundaries, uniting every corner of our community and shaping our well-being in profound ways. Through school programs, family-friendly events, and memory care programs, Scottsdale Arts uses art to improve the lives of every citizen.

Art has the power to transcend boundaries.It connects every corner of our community and shapes our well-being in profound ways. Scottsdale Arts uses art to improve the lives of every citizen through:a wide variety of school programs and workshopsfamily-friendly events like Second Saturdayworksh...

03/28/2024

Do you still need tickets to The ARTrageous Gala? Hurry - they're selling fast! Learn more and reserve your spot to this out-of-this-galaxy celebration on April 6 by visiting Gala.ScottsdaleArts.org 💫

"The annual Scottsdale Arts Gala has evolved into Arizona's premier immersive arts experience, drawing attendees from across the city, state, and nation.

Scottsdale Arts also plays a crucial role in fostering creativity in our city with multiple programs, facility maintenance and ex*****on of professionally cultural curated events.

In addition to providing education opportunities through the arts for children and adults, Scottsdale Arts collaborates with various partners across metro Phoenix, the state, and the region. These partnerships enhance access to artistic experiences and further enrich the cultural landscape, fostering creativity, learning, and community engagement throughout the area.

By attending this extravaganza, participants not only immerse themselves in a memorable experience but also play a vital role in supporting local creative economies through their financial contributions."

- Oscar De las salas

03/28/2024

🎶 The Scottsdale Jazz Festival is back  🎶

Join us on Saturday, April 27 in honor of International Jazz Weekend 🎷 🎹

Enjoy jazz, blues and brews with family, friends and fellow fans at the beautiful Scottsdale Civic Center to celebrate jazz and how it unites people around the world.

Performers at the 2024 Scottsdale Jazz Fest include Grammy® winner Norman Brown, Nayo Jones, Mario Abney & Windy City Ramblers, The Kings of Soul with Neamen Lyles, Kiara Jayne and many more!

Several food and drink options will be available on site during the festival, including a ticketed Brew Garden and no-host bars. Outside food and drink is not permitted in the festival area.

Visit scottsdalejazzfest.org to learn more and buy tickets 🎟️ See you there!
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03/24/2024

Our free spring concert series, Sun & Sounds, comes to a close this Sunday, March 24. The fun in the sun kicks off at noon with a performance by dream synth-pop artist Faun Flora followed by the desert psych-rock band Treasurefruit closing out the day at 2 p.m. Learn more and make plans to join us at https://sarts.co/3wJuyyW.

03/18/2024

Treasurefruit closes out our final Sun & Sounds concert this season on March 24 at 2 p.m.

Treasurefruit, led by Anamieke Quinn, is known for their distinctive desert psych-rock style, blending psychedelic rock with Western roots and jazz-pop. Originating from Phoenix in 2011, their unique sound is celebrated in their debut album "Poisonous Dwellers of the Desert." Their prominence in the music scene was highlighted by performances at major events like the McDowell Mountain Music Festival and being named one of Phoenix's top female-fronted bands by Phoenix New Times.

Faun Flora is also on the Sun & Sounds lineup on March 24 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Learn more at https://sarts.co/3wJuyyW.

Music by dream synth-pop artist Faun Flora and the desert psych-rock band Treasurefruit anchors this free outdoor concert at Scottsdale Civic Center in a…

03/15/2024

Scottsdale Arts has announced an artist call for Canal Convergence 2024! All local, regional, and international artists, artist teams, architects, designers, and multimedia specialists are invited to submit a proposal for this year's event. Scheduled for 10 days, from Nov. 8–17, 2024, at the Scottsdale Waterfront, Canal Convergence 2024 will focus on a them of "Reflections." Follow the link for more information on the request for proposals: https://canalconvergence.com/call-for-art-2024/

Image: "Reflections" by Immerge Interactive, Canal Convergence 2022. Photo: David Blakeman.

03/13/2024

Don't miss our final Sun & Sounds concert in the series on March 24!

Faun Flora, a dream synth-pop artist from Phoenix, has been crafting a unique sound since 2014, blending emotionally charged vocals and evocative lyricism. Her debut EP, "In A Daze, By My Lonesome," reveals her struggles with depression and anxiety through a synth-heavy, dream-pop lens. Achieving international recognition with the single "Drive," Faun Flora continues to expand her influence in the dream-pop genre with a series of captivating new singles, marking her presence with deep, relatable storytelling and a lush, electronic soundscape. Take a moment to learn more about the artist on Kill The Music.

Treasurefruit is also on the Sun & Sounds lineup on March 24 from 2 to 4 p.m. Learn more at https://sarts.co/3wJuyyW.

Faun Flora is an upcoming dream-synth pop artist based out of Phoenix, Arizona. Since officially stepping into the scene in 2014, she has continued to refine her songwriting and craft her own recognizable identity with the release of multiple singles online.

03/11/2024

This St. Patrick's Day from 2:30–4:30 p.m., don't miss King Summer, a desert boy band performing indie-pop music. Band members include Jacob Brown, AJ Di Domizio, Tony Di Domizio, Tyler Hunton, Brenden Lechner, and Adam Pena.

Joey Gutos is also on the Sun & Sounds lineup on March 17 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Learn more at https://sarts.co/3T2V7YJ.

03/10/2024

Come join us on this lovely Sunday for our Sun & Sounds concert series!
AJ Odneal: noon to 1:30 p.m.
The Sugar Thieves: 2:30 to 4 p.m.

🎵 Local music
😊 Family-friendly atmosphere
🛍️ Artist vendors
🍺 🌮 Cold drinks and tasty eats
🐶 Pups are allowed
👍 Lawn chairs and blankets are allowed

Learn more and make plans at https://sarts.co/4c1hxkv.

03/09/2024

Don't miss the final concerts in our Sun & Sounds series on March 24. From noon to 1:30 p.m. listen to music by dream synth-pop artist Faun Flora followed by desert psych-rock band Treasurefruit from 2:30 to 4 p.m.

Sun & Sounds is a free outdoor concert series, at Scottsdale Civic Center, in a laid-back, family-friendly atmosphere with unique artist vendors and cold drinks at the bar. Pups are welcome! Learn more at https://sarts.co/3wJuyyW.

03/08/2024

It's gala season and Scottsdale Arts' ARTrageous Gala is back!

This year's theme, Cosmic Crescendo, will turn Scottsdale Civic Center into a solar wonderland where art forms collide to create a captivating spectacle. Expect interactive art stations, cosmic-inspired dishes, and an aura of artistic creativity that can’t be found anywhere else in the galaxy.

The stars will align at the 2024 ARTrageous Gala | Cosmic Crescendo!

Single and group tickets are available! Visit https://scottsdalearts.org/artrageous-gala/ for more information on this cosmic event happening Saturday, April 6 💫
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Proceeds support the dynamic arts and innovative programs at Scottsdale Arts.

Can't attend ARTrageous Gala | Cosmic Crescendo but want to contribute to the arts? Visit https://sarts.co/3v4WtZV today to make a donation ✨

03/07/2024

This weekend during Sunday's Sun & Sounds from 2:30 to 4 p.m., check out The Sugar Thieves, a dynamic band from Phoenix, meld American roots music, blending blues, country, folk, gospel, rock 'n' roll, and jazz since 2006.

Known for mixing original compositions with iconic American songs, their musical mastery shines. The band’s core, Meridith Moore’s powerful vocals and Mikel Lander’s gritty guitar, is complemented by a versatile ensemble, ensuring each show is an unforgettable celebration of American musical heritage.

Singer/songwriter AJ Odneal opens this week's Sun & Sounds from noon to 1:30 p.m. Learn more and make plans at https://sarts.co/4c1hxkv.

03/07/2024

Throughout the month of March, Hotel Valley Ho's ZuZu restaurant will donate $1 of each "Show Stopper" Shake sold to Scottsdale Arts!

Head to Zuzu and ask for an Orange Dream, a splendid dreamsicle milkshake with an orange popsicle, glazed donut, orange cookie sandwich, vanilla cake pop, orange supremes, dehydrated oranges, orange gummies, sprinkles + whipped cream ✨

Support the arts AND your sweet tooth 🍊🧡

03/07/2024

🚨 Golden Hour Concert Update 🚨

Due to the forecast of rain 🌧️ , we had to make the hard decision last night to cancel the Golden Hour concert with decker. and Harrison Fjord at 6:30 p.m. March 7. We will resume our outdoor Golden Hour concerts on April 11 with Night Beats and inkblot. Learn more at https://sarts.co/49HGiRm.

03/06/2024

Joey Gutos, a Tempe-based indie-pop artist influenced by Harry Styles to Motown, creates soulful, feel-good music. His eclectic influences shine through in music that's perfect for enhancing any day. Make plans this St. Patrick's Day to check his music out during our Sun & Sounds Series from noon to 1:30 p.m.

King Summer is also on the Sun & Sounds lineup on March 17 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. Learn more at https://sarts.co/3T2V7YJ.

03/04/2024

Don't miss our last concert in the Sun & Sounds series on Sunday, March 24 from noon to 4 p.m. featuring Faun Flora and Treasurefruit. Learn more about these artists and our free spring concert series at https://sarts.co/3wJuyyW.

Music by dream synth-pop artist Faun Flora and the desert psych-rock band Treasurefruit anchors this free outdoor concert at Scottsdale Civic Center in a…