THE GRADUATES: The Sound of Simon & Garfunkel
Jan 14, 2026 / 7:30 p.m.
From "Mrs. Robinson" to "Bridge Over Troubled Water," THE GRADUATES is an energetic and heartwarming salute to the music of Simon & Garfunkel.
Rufus Wainwright
Nov 4, 2025 / 7:30 p.m.
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Virginia G. Piper Theater | Center For The Performing Arts
7380 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
7380 E 2nd St, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
A tapestry of sound that draws from opera, folk, rock, and Broadway influences.
At once introspective and grand, playful yet profound, Rufus Wainwright’s cabaret-style shows weave a tapestry of sound that draws from opera, folk, rock, and Broadway influences. In addition to his own songs like “Cigarettes and Chocolate Milk” or “Going to a Town,” Wainwright is known for his lush interpretations of Judy Garland’s work and his moving cover of Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” all delivered with a voice that soars to operatic heights or falls to an intimate whisper. A born raconteur with a flair for theatricality, between songs Wainright delivers witty anecdotes and poignant reflections, creating an atmosphere that is more than a simple pop concert—it’s an immersive artistic encounter.
About the Artist
Praised by The New York Times for his “genuine originality,” Rufus Wainwright has established himself as one of the great male vocalists, songwriters, and composers of his generation. The New York-born, Montreal-raised singer-songwriter has released twelve studio albums, three DVDs, and three live albums, including the Grammy-nominated Rufus Does Judy at Carnegie Hall. He has collaborated with Elton John, Burt Bacharach, Miley Cyrus, David Byrne, Boy George, Joni Mitchell, Pet Shop Boys, Heart, Carly Rae Jepsen, Robbie Williams, Jessye Norman, Billy Joel, Paul Simon, Sting, and producer Mark Ronson, among many others. He has written two operas and numerous songs for movies and TV. In 2023, he embarked on a journey to his family folk roots with the Grammy-nominated album Folkocracy, featuring reinvented folk duets with artists like Chaka Khan, Brandi Carlile, John Legend and Anohni, and many more.
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