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Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ Discovery Series takes audiences on an artistic journey to a different part of the world each year, and its second season offers an authentic and exhilarating exploration of India.
Spanning many different artistic disciplines, the Discovery Series extends throughout the Center’s 2012–13 Season and includes performances, educational noontime talks, films, special events and yoga classes, culminating in OrigiNation: A Festival of Native Cultures on Sunday, April 7, 2013.
Download the 2012–13 Discovery Series brochure.
Made possible in part by a grant from the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust.
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Abu, Son of Adam
Sunday, April 21, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Monday, April 22, 7 p.m.
Sunday, April 28, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Monday, April 29, 7 p.m.
Stage 2
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A rare and poignant tale of Muslim community life in the southern Indian state of Kerala.
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I Am
Sunday, May 19, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Monday, May 20, 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 26, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Monday, May 27, 7 p.m.
Stage 2
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Tales of individuals struggling to find their identity and uphold their dignity in a world that is callous, cold and unsympathetic.
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Chittagong
Sunday, June 16, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Monday, June 17, 7 p.m.
Sunday, June 23, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Monday, June 24, 7 p.m.
Stage 2
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The story of the youngest and the most unlikely participant in the South Asian struggle against British colonialism.
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Shyamal Uncle Turns Off the Lights
Sunday, July 21, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Monday, July 22, 7 p.m.
Sunday, July 28, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Monday, July 29, 7 p.m.
Stage 2
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An 80-year-old Kolkata retiree on a mission finds his sense of propriety upset by the wasteful expense of electricity.
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Student Matinee
Chitresh Das Dance Company:
India Jazz Suites
Friday, April 5, 11 a.m.
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Matinee tickets $10
Pre-paid school groups $5
Traditional Indian dance and modern tap converge in this performance designed for students.
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Chitresh Das Dance Company:
India Jazz Suites
Friday, April 5, 8 p.m.
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A fusion of modern tap and traditional Indian dance.
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Chitresh Das Dance Company:
Sita Haran
Saturday, April 6, 8 p.m.
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A sumptuous new interpretation of India's greatest epic.
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Upaj (Selected Scenes)
Tuesday, April 2, Noon
FREE Admission | Stage 2
This documentary explores the dance collaboration of Indian Kathak master Chitresh Das and rising tap star Jason Samuels Smith. Nada Frustista Mahmood moderates a discussion with the artists following the film.
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What’s a Guru?
Wednesday, April 3, Noon
FREE Admission | Stage 2
Teachers and professionals representing Indian classical dance and music traditions discuss what it means to be a guru today.
Moderator: Leena Raval
Panelists: Shruti Parekh, Anjali Shah, Anu Satpathi
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The Story of Indian Theater and Dance
Thursday, April 4, Noon
FREE Admission | Stage 2
Experts explore the pillars of classical Indian dance: Nritta (pure dance), Nritya (dance with expression) and Nataya (drama).
Moderator: Nita Mallya
Panelists: Anjali Shah, Radhika Kotwal, Dr. Padma Aking
Speaker bios
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Pilgrimage: Incredible India
Friday, April 5, Noon
FREE Admission | Stage 2
Militza Loving shares her six-month quest through India in this presentation about its people, landscapes and sacred arts.
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The Beauty of Balance
April 2–7
Dayton Fowler Grafman Atrium
FREE Admission
The mandala itself is an ancient symbol that holds great meanings for cultures around the world. This exhibition by Paradise Valley High School students is an exercise in self-discovery through personal mandalas.
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Sunday A’Fair Yoga and Meditation Classes
1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Outside/Inside Scottsdale Center
for the Performing Arts
Meet in the Dayton Fowler Grafman
Atrium at 1:15 p.m.
$5 per class (Suggested Donation)
Discover the health benefi ts of yoga and meditation. Dress comfortably and bring a yoga mat or towel. All levels are welcome. Class sizes are limited; call 480-874-4638 to reserve your space.
- Yoga for Kids (Ages 6–12)
Sunday, March 17
- Yoga @ The LOVE Sculpture
Sunday, March 24
- Meditation with Singing Bowls
Sunday, March 31
- Yoga for Kids (Ages 6–12)
Sunday, April 7
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OrigiNation: A Festival of Native Cultures
Sunday, April 7, Noon – 4 p.m.
Outdoors at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts
FREE Admission
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Presented in conjunction with Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts’ Discovery Series and Sunday A'Fair, this festival celebrates the indigenous cultures of Arizona and India through music, dance, art and more.
Presented with support from Scottsdale Convention & Visitors Bureau.
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The Discovery Film Series is presented by Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts and Scottsdale International Film Festival.
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