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“…vocal pyrotechnics” – THE VOICE BOX
VOCALOSITYSunday, November 20 at 3pm Centennial HallVOCALOSITY is the all-new live concert event from the creative mind of artistic producer Deke Sharon (Pitch Perfect, The Sing-Off) that takes a cappella to a whole new level. This fast-paced production features 12 dynamic voices singing music ranging from 10th century Gregorian chant and classic choral to barbershop quartet and bouncing doo-wop. Combine that with movement and choreography from Sean Curran (STOMP original cast member) and you have an exhilarating evening of song unlike anything you’ve ever seen or heard, live on stage!
“Stunning, and breathtaking and wow!”– SEATTLE TIMES
The Peking AcrobatsSunday, February 12 at 3pm Centennial HallEmbracing 2,000 year old athletic disciplines, The Peking Acrobats are ambassadors of China’s folk arts. Carefully selected from the country’s top acrobatic schools, these gymnasts, jugglers, cyclists and tumblers have entranced the world for almost 50 years with their grace and precision,offering a performance that will mystify the whole family. Utilizing contortion, balancing acts and a variety of feats of strength and poise, they put on a show that audiences of all ages will love. After all, wonderment and appreciation know no age!
“Entertainment at its highest level.” – MTV
Recycled PercussionSunday, April 9 at 3pm Centennial HallWith dizzying rhythms and full-out songs performed from nothing more than common household items and trash, Recycled Percussion takes the wild approach of genre mainstays like The Blue Man Group and brings it to a new generation. Their “junk rock” music became a national phenomenon week after week during their smash hit performances on “America’s Got Talent” in 2009. Playing more than 4,000 shows and 400 corporate events in more than 15 countries, the group has also done guest appear-ances on “Carson Daly,” “The Today Show,” “China’s Got Talent” and the Latin Grammy Awards.
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“There are singers and there are actresses; there are entertainers and there are stars. And then, there is Bernadette Peters.” – THE LOS ANGELES TIMES
Bernadette PetersSaturday, January 21 at 8pm • Centennial HallThroughout her illustrious career, actress Bernadette Peters has dazzled audiences and critics with her performances on stage and television, in concert and on recordings. Peters has lit up the silver screen in 17 fi lms throughout her distinguished career, receiving a Golden Globe Award for her mem-orable performance in Pennies From Heaven. In addition to numerous Grammy Award-winning Broadway cast albums, including “Gypsy” and “Annie Get Your Gun,” Peters has recorded six solo albums. One of Broadway’s brightest stars, Peters received both the Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for her critically acclaimed performance in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical Song and Dance.
“...lively, graceful, soothing, and ‘candy to the ears’ ” – THE EXAMINER
Chaka KhanFriday, October 14 at 8pm • Centennial HallFrom the moment she burst onto the music scene in the 1970s as the 18- year-old lead singer of the band Rufus, Chaka Khan’s powerful voice and show-stopping stage presence set her apart from any other singer. She has the rare ability to sing in seven music genres, including R&B, pop, rock, gospel, country, world music and classical. Affectionately known around the world as Chaka, she is revered by millions of fans as well as her peers for her time-less, classic and unmatched signature music style and ability. She is also a songwriter, producer, author, philanthropist, entrepreneur, activist and painter.
PHOTOS: (top) ESTAMPAS PORTEÑAS; (above, left to right) CHAKA KHAN (© Tim Fielding); DANCE THEATRE OF HARLEM’s Dancing On the Front Porch Of Heaven; MARTHA REDBONE (© Fabrice Trombert); ITZHAK PERLMAN (© Akira Kinoshita); BONEY JAMES; PEKING ACROBATS
Twyla Tharp 50th Anniversary Tour Centennial HallSun, October 9, 2016, 7pm
Season Opening EventChaka Khan Centennial HallFri, October 14, 2016, 8pm
Cavatina Duo: Eugenia Moliner & Denis Azabagic Crowder Hall Fri, October 21, 2016, 8pm
Premium BlendUA School of DanceStevie Eller Dance TheatreNovember 2-6, 2016
Warsaw Philharmonic Centennial HallSeong-Jin Cho, Piano Wed, November 2, 2016, 7:30pm
Boney James Fox TheatreThu, November 10, 2016, 7:30pm
Estampas Porteñas “Deseos” Centennial HallFri, November 18, 2016, 8pm
VOCALOSITY Centennial HallSun, November 20, 2016, 3pm
Danú Holiday Show Centennial HallWed, December 7, 2016, 7:30pm
Itzhak Perlman Centennial HallWed, January 11, 2017, 7:30pm
Kamasi Washington Fox TheatreThu, January 12, 2017, 7:30pm
Matt Haimovitz: A Moveable Feast Crowder HallSat, January 14, 2017, 8pm
Bernadette Peters Centennial HallSat, January 21, 2017, 8pm
Bettye LaVette Fox TheatreWed, February 8, 2017, 7:30pm
Peking Acrobats Centennial HallSun, February 12, 2017, 3pm
Manhattan Transfer & Take 6 Centennial HallTue, February 14, 2017, 7:30pm
Dance Theatre of Harlem Centennial HallFri, February 17, 2017, 8pm
Martha Redbone’sBone Hill-The Concert Fox TheatreThu, March 2, 2017, 7:30pm
Troker & The Grey Automobile Fox TheatreThu, March 23, 2017, 7:30pm
Academy of St. Martin in the Fields Centennial HallInon Barnatan, PianoTue, March 28, 2017, 7:30pm
Steppin’ Out: A Night With Ben Vereen Stevie Eller Dance TheatreFri- Sun, March 31 - April 2, 2017
Recycled Percussion Centennial HallSun, April 9, 2017, 3pm
Black Violin Fox TheatreThu, April 13, 2017, 7:30pm
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albums. One of Broadway’s brightest stars, Peters received both the Tony Award and Drama Desk Award for her critically acclaimed performance in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical Song and Dance.
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Season OpenerChaka Khan
Bernadette Peters
VOCALOSITY
The Peking Acrobats Recycled Percussion
PHOTO © Jeremy Daniel
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Cavatina Duo Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra
Classical Black Violin
Itzhak Perlman
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PERFORMANCE DATE & TIME VENUE PIT GOLD AREA A
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Twyla Tharp Oct. 9, 2016 7pm Centennial $65 $40 $30 $20 $20 $40 ______ $________
Chaka Khan Oct. 14, 2016 8pm Centennial $85 $85 $65 $45 $35 ______ $________
Cavatina Duo Oct. 21, 2016 8pm Crowder $50 $35 $35 $30 $20 ______ $________
Warsaw Philharmonic Nov. 2, 2016 7:30pm Centennial $85 $65 $50 $35 $20 ______ $________
Premium Blend(please specify performance)
7:30 pm ❏ Nov. 2 ❏ Nov. 3 ❏ Nov. 4 ❏ Nov. 5 1:30 pm ❏ Nov. 5 ❏ Nov. 6
Stevie Eller $35 $35
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Boney James Nov. 10, 2016 7:30pm Fox Theatre $55 $40 $30 $30 $20 $55 ______ $________
Estampas Porteñas Nov. 18, 2016 8pm Centennial $55 $35 $30 $20 $20 ______ $________
VOCALOSITY (adults) Nov. 20, 2016 3pm Centennial $40 $25 $20 $20 $20 ______ $________
VOCALOSITY (youth) Nov. 20, 2016 3pm Centennial $30 $15 $15 $15 $15 ______ $________
Danú Dec. 7, 2016 7:30pm Centennial $55 $35 $30 $20 $20 ______ $________
Itzhak Perlman Jan. 11, 2017 7:30pm Centennial $85 $125 $95 $75 $50 $20 ______ $________
Kamasi Washington Jan. 12, 2017 7:30pm Fox Theatre $65 $45 $30 $30 $20 $65 ______ $________
Matt Haimovitz Jan. 14, 2017 8pm Crowder $50 $35 $35 $30 $20 ______ $________
Bernadette Peters Jan. 21, 2017 8pm Centennial $100 $85 $85 $65 $45 $35 ______ $________
Bettye LaVette Feb. 8, 2017 7:30pm Fox Theatre $55 $40 $30 $30 $20 $55 ______ $________
Peking Acrobats (adults) Feb. 12, 2017 3pm Centennial $40 $40 $25 $20 $20 $20 ______ $________
Peking Acrobats (youth) Feb. 12, 2017 3pm Centennial $30 $30 $15 $15 $15 $15 ______ $________
Manhattan Transfer & Take 6 Feb. 14, 2017 7:30pm Centennial $55 $40 $30 $20 $20 ______ $________
Dance Theatre of Harlem Feb. 17, 2017 8pm Centennial $70 $45 $30 $20 $20 $45 ______ $________
Martha Redbone’s Bone Hill Mar. 2, 2017 7:30pm Fox Theatre $55 $40 $30 $30 $20 $55 ______ $________
Troker Mar. 23, 2017 7:30pm Fox Theatre $55 $40 $30 $30 $20 $55 ______ $________
Academy of St. Martin... Mar. 28, 2017 7:30pm Centennial $85 $65 $50 $35 $20 ______ $________
Ben Vereen (please specify performance)
7:30 pm ❏ Mar. 31 ❏ Apr. 1
1:30 pm ❏ Apr. 1 ❏ Apr. 2
Stevie Eller $65 $45______ $________
Recycled Percussion (adults) Apr. 9, 2017 3pm Centennial $40 $25 $20 $20 $20 ______ $________
Recycled Percussion (youth) Apr. 9, 2017 3pm Centennial $30 $15 $15 $15 $15 ______ $________
Black Violin Apr. 13, 2017 7:30pm Fox Theatre $55 $40 $30 $30 $20 $55 ______ $________
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“...equal parts intensity and grace – with rich and complex musicianship.” – HOUSTON CHRONICLE
Cavatina DuoFriday, October 21 at 8pm • Crowder HallEugenia Moliner (fl ute, Spain) and Denis Azabagic (guitar, Bosnia) have become one of the most impressive combinations of their kind in the world, as Cavatina Duo has captivated audiences at major venues and festivals from Da Camera Society (Los Angeles) to the Aix-en-Provence Summer Festival (France) to the National Concert Hall of Taipei (Taiwan) and beyond.
“...sensational, a highlight of the year…one of the best-kept secrets in the business” — THE LOS ANGELES TIMES
Warsaw Philharmonic OrchestraWednesday, November 2 at 7:30pm • Centennial HallFor more than 100 years, the Warsaw Philharmonic has been one of Poland’s most distinguished musical institutions. The 2016-2017 season marks their fourth U.S. na-tional tour and the fi rst U.S. tour with Music and Artistic Director Jacek Kaspszyk, who was appointed in September 2013. The Warsaw Philharmonic Orchestra blends two worlds into one, combining the folk sensibilities of traditional Polish music with the presentation of a classically trained orchestra. With the fl uidity and lightness of Kaspszyk’s direction and a cast of highly accomplished players, the company’s immer-sive experience is not to be missed. This performance will feature South Korean pianist Seong-Jin Cho, the 21-year-old winner of the prestigious 2015 Chopin International Piano Competition.
“In his hands, Bach’s music turns into quotidian sound, a music fully part of the now.” – THE NEW YORK TIMES
Matt Haimovitz: A Moveable FeastSaturday, January 14 at 8pm • Crowder HallCellist Matt Haimovitz inspires classical music lovers and new listeners alike by bringing his artistry to anywhere passionate music can be heard. Lending a fresh ear to familiar repertoire while initiating groundbreaking collaborations, Haimovitz offers a brilliant musical variation on the concept of a moveable feast, performing each of the 6 Suites for Solo Cello by J.S. Bach, each with its own commissioned overture from one of today’s great composers. Three of the suites will be performed at the Crowder Hall recital while three will be performed on the previous day at a variety of locations in the community.
“...Perlman showcased his virtuosity as the world ’s greatest violinist.” – HOUSTON PRESS
Itzhak PerlmanWednesday, January 11 at 7:30pm • Centennial HallGrammy and Emmy-winning violin virtuoso Itzhak Perlman is a true legend, with a super-star status rarely bestowed upon classical musicians. Beloved for his charm, humanity and talent, Perlman is treasured by audiences worldwide who respond not only to his remark-able artistry, but also the irrepressible joy for making music that he communicates at every performance. With glowing live reviews spanning the length of his career, as well as sold- out performances around the world, Perlman is one of classical music’s modern greats.
“They play with a sharp attack, a rhythmic punch and a new joy in living.” – THE TIMES, LONDON
The Academy of St. Martin in the FieldsTuesday, March 28 at 7:30pm • Centennial HallThe Academy of St. Martin in the Fields is one of the world’s premier chamber orchestras, renowned for its polished and refi ned sound and rooted in outstanding musicianship. Formed by Sir Neville Marriner in 1958 from a group of leading London musicians, and working without a conductor, the Academy gave its fi rst performance in its namesake church on November 13, 1959. Originally directed by Sir Neville from the leader’s chair, the collegiate spirit and fl exibility of the original ensemble remains an Academy hallmark. Israeli pianist Inon Barnatan, currently serving as the fi rst artist-in-association of the New York Philharmonic, joins them. Barnatan is celebrated for the unique approach, probing intellect and consummate artistry he brings to a broad range of repertoire.
“They can make a classical music lover appreciate hip-hop, and vice versa.” – BRADENTON HERALD
Black ViolinThursday, April 13 at 7:30pm • Fox TheatreWilner ‘Wil B’ Baptiste (viola) and Kevin ‘Kev Marcus’ Sylvester (violin) are Black Violin, a South Florida duo who fuse classical music chops with hip-hop infl uences, pitting their virtuosic string-play against groove-and-beat driven production to bring another dimension of drama to compositions. With a loose approach to their instruments and the ability to spool out “freestyled” elements in their live set, Black Violin represents a facet of classical music that is approachable above all else. “Techniques are not forced,” says Baptiste. “We allow it to fl ow. We aren’t trying to come up with a crazy concept.”
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Classical Series (Centennial Hall)Warsaw Philharmonic • Itzhak Perlman • Academy of St. Martin in the FIelds
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$295 $225 $175 $120 $60 _______ $ ___________
Additional classical events at Crowder Hall and The Fox Theatre. You can order these events using the CHOICE section of the order form
Dance Series (Centennial Hall & Stevie Eller Dance Theatre) Twyla Tharp • UA Premium Blend • Dance Theatre of Harlem • Steppin’ Out with Ben Vereen
GOLD AREA A AREA B AREA C AREA D MEZZ # PKGS TOTAL
$235 $165 $140 $120 $120 $165 _______ $ ___________
Sunday Family Series (Centennial Hall)VOCALOSITY • Peking Acrobats • Recycled Percussion
GOLD AREA A AREA B AREA C AREA D # PKGS TOTAL
Adult $120 $75 $60 $60 $60 _______ $ ___________
Youth $90 $45 $45 $45 $45 _______ $ ___________
Jazz & Blues Series (Fox Theatre)Boney James • Kamasi Washington • Bettye LaVette
GOLD AREA A AREA B AREA C AREA D LOGE # PKGS TOTAL
$175 $125 $90 $90 $60 $175 _______ $ ___________
Additional Jazz & Blues event (Manhattan Transfer & Take 6) at Centennial Hall. You can order this event using the CHOICE section of the order form.
On the Edge Series (Fox Theatre)Martha Redbone’s Bone Hill - The Concert • Troker & The Grey Automobile • Black Violin
GOLD AREA A AREA B AREA C AREA D LOGE # PKGS TOTAL
$165 $120 $90 $90 $60 $165 _______ $ ___________
Global Sounds Series (Centennial Hall & Fox Theatre)Estampas Porteñas • Danú • Martha Redbone’s Bone Hill - The Concert • Troker & The Grey Automobile
GOLD AREA A AREA B AREA C AREA D # PKGS TOTAL
$220 $150 $120 $100 $80 _______ $ ___________
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UA Presents VenuesCentennial Hall 1020 E. University Blvd. • (520) 621-3341We recommend parking in the Tyndall Avenue Garage, two blocks away. Garage information: UA Parking and Transportation Services, (520) 626-7275.
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Fox Theatre17 W. Congress St. • (520) 547-3040The 1,164-seat theatre is located downtown on Congress Street between Church and Stone Avenues. For parking information visit www.downtowntucson.org/get-around/parking.
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Twyla Tharp 50th Anniversary TourPHOTO © Ruven Sfanador
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“...the work of a master. There is so much in them: so much variety, so much life.” – THE NEW YORK TIMES
Twyla Tharp 50th Anniversary TourSunday, October 9 at 7pm • Centennial HallTwyla Tharp has been pushing the boundaries and changing the face of American dance for 50 years. In a lifetime of more than 160 works, the legendary dancer and choreographer has created 129 dances, 12 television specials, six movies, four full-length ballets and four Broadway shows. She celebrates her 50th year in business with a new company of 12 dancers and a new set of works that showcases her signature style – bold, brash and painstakingly precise. “Modern dance is not less,” she has said, “modern dance is more.”
“I could feel everything they were trying to portray: sadness, fear, happiness, excitement. It rushed through their bodies and it reached out into the audience.” – 401 REVIEWS, PREMIUM BLEND 2015
UA Premium BlendNovember 2-6 2016 • Stevie Eller Dance TheatreThe quality of UA Dance is illustrated by the ensemble’s recent invitation to perform at the Joyce Theatre in New York City, as well as 13 previous international trips and prior performances at the Joyce and the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. Last season, the UA Dance Ensemble treated you to the masterworks of José Limón, Jerome Robbins, and Ohad Naharin. Join us this year for Premium Blend where you will be treated to Balanchine masterpieces, the work of faculty and a visit by the effervescent Edward Villella!
“Dance Theatre of Harlem is truly a gem.” – DANCEWORLD.COM
Dance Theatre of HarlemFriday, February 17 at 8pm • Centennial HallRenowned for their thrilling performances, Dance Theatre of Harlem’s repertoire ranges from treasured classics to neo-classical works and cutting edge contemporary work. The ensemble’s 14 racially diverse artists bring new life to the art form of classical ballet by using its familiar language to celebrate African American culture. Now in its fourth decade, the company has grown into a multicultural dance institution with an extraordinary leg-acy of providing opportunities for creative expression and artistic excellence that contin-ues to set standards in the performing arts. Dance Theatre of Harlem has achieved unprecedented success, bringing innovative and bold new forms of artistic expression to audiences in New York City, across the country and around the world.
“A true song and dance man who never lets up. He wins you over with his sheer energy, good will and showbiz know-how.” – THE NEW YORK TIMES
Steppin’ Out Live: An Intimate Evening with Ben VereenMarch 31-April 2, 2017 • Stevie Eller Dance TheatreSteppin’ Out Live: An Intimate Evening with Ben Vereen has been dazzling audiences around the world! This show highlights the Tony Award winning performer’s unique art-istry, combining tributes to Broadway and Frank Sinatra. Featuring hit songs such as “Defying Gravity,” “Stand By Me” and “My Way,” you’ll be on a contemporary yet time-less journey fi lled with song and dance, stories of his life, a great deal of humor and multiple standing ovations.
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