Since their founding in 1986, THE PEKING ACROBATS have been featured on numerous television shows and celebrity-studded TV specials. These include Nickelodeon’s Unfabulous, Ellen’s Really Big Show (hosted by Ellen
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Since their founding in 1986, THE PEKING ACROBATS have been featured on numerous television shows and celebrity-studded TV specials. These include Nickelodeon’s Unfabulous, Ellen’s Really Big Show (hosted by Ellen DeGeneres), The Wayne Brady Show, That’s Incredible, ABC’s Wide World of Sports, and NBC’s Ring In The New Year Holiday Special. They have also appeared on HDNet TV’s In Focusseries, and have appeared regularly in 3D on NBC/Comcast’s new
3D Channel. THE PEKING ACROBATS set the world record for the Human Chair Stack on FOX Network’s Guinness Book Primetime television show in 1999: they balanced six people precariously atop six chairs twenty one feet up in the air without safety lines, astounding audiences with their bravery and dexterity. THE PEKING ACROBATS have also made their way onto the silver screen – company members were featured in Steven Soderbergh’s hit film Ocean’s Eleven playing alongside Julia Roberts, Brad Pitt and George Clooney. PEKING ACROBATS’ alumnus Shaobo Qin also appeared in that film’s two sequels, Ocean’s Twelve and Ocean’s Thirteen.
Join us on February 3, 2025 as Ilyasah Shabazz comes to The Madison to speak about the legacy of her parents, Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz,
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Join us on February 3, 2025 as Ilyasah Shabazz comes to The Madison to speak about the legacy of her parents, Malcolm X and Dr. Betty Shabazz, and the importance of empowering the next generation through education and positivity, making an impact on the world.
Professor Ilyasah Shabazz promotes higher education for at-risk youth, interfaith dialogue to build bridges between cultures for young leaders of the world, and she participates in international humanitarian delegations. She served as a member of the U.S. Delegation that accompanied President Bill Clinton to South Africa to commemorate the election of President Nelson Mandela and the Education & Economic Development initiatives.
The Phoenix Symphony Family Concert Series invites children and families to explore the intersection of music and ideas through engaging, high-quality concert programs. Kids have the chance to try their
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The Phoenix Symphony Family Concert Series invites children and families to explore the intersection of music and ideas through engaging, high-quality concert programs. Kids have the chance to try their hand at the flute, violin, and more at our Instrument Petting Zoo held in the lobby before the performance. Also, don’t forget to pick up an activity guide made especially for each musical adventure.
Series Dates:
Viajando por Las Americas/Traveling Through the Americas – Saturday, October 12, 2024 | 2:00 pm
Día de los Muertos – Saturday, November 2, 2024 | 2:00 pm
A Fiddler’s Tale – Saturday, February 8, 2025 | 2:00 pm
Let’s Dance! – Saturday, May 10, 2025 | 2:00 pm
人の力 Hito no chikara | The Power of Human Strength
Heart-thumping rhythm, thunderous sounds and explosive beats, the Yamato drummers of Japan push their limits in this staggering display of
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人の力 Hito no chikara | The Power of Human Strength
Heart-thumping rhythm, thunderous sounds and explosive beats, the Yamato drummers of Japan push their limits in this staggering display of physical strength and ferocious skill. In this high-energy performance, the unmistakable sound of the traditional Taiko drum, used in Shinto rituals, is challenged by Yamato as they use their entire bodies to produce their breathtaking beats. With drums that weigh up to half a tonne, the Yamato drummers’ remarkable physical strength and trademark infectious energy leaves you feeling totally exhilarated.
Dance is nothing without music, and many great composers have written music for dance or inspired by dance that become some of their most popular works. Obertura Tanguera by Argentinian
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Dance is nothing without music, and many great composers have written music for dance or inspired by dance that become some of their most popular works. Obertura Tanguera by Argentinian composer Esteban Benzecry is rooted in the melodic and rhythmic turns of modern tango. Leonard Bernstein’s Three Dance Episodes from On the Town uses three scenes from his original ballet about three sailors on 24-hour shore leave in New York City.
This series is appropriate for families and kids ages 5 – 17.
Concert Repertoire Includes Bernstein: Three Dance Episode from On The Town Benzecry: Obertura Tanguera
Pre-Concert Activities Beginning at 1 PM
Phoenix Symphony musician spotlight:
A Phoenix Symphony Musician will demonstrate and educate families about their instrument.
Mesa Youth Creative Agency:
Participate in The Phoenix Symphony’s progressive Community Art Project.
Meet and Greet Opportunity
Don’t miss Alex Amsel in the lobby after the concert! Be sure to say hi and get an autograph for lasting memories.
