Pianist Aaron Diehl has quietly redefined the lines between jazz and classical, and built a global career around his nuanced, understated approach to music-making. At once temporal and ethereal—deliberate in touch and texture—Aaron Diehl’s expression transforms the piano into an orchestral vessel in the spirit of beloved predecessors Ahmad Jamal, Erroll Garner, Art Tatum, and…
National Geographic Live brings you behind-the-scenes stories and unforgettable imagery from world-renowned photographers, scientists, filmmakers, and adventurers—live on stage. Filmmaker and National Geographic Fellow Sandesh Kadur first encountered a wild cat in his native India as a teenager—after sitting in a tree for hours under a full moon, a leopard walked directly under him. The…
Four-time GRAMMY® Award winner Antonio Sánchez, one of the most renowned drummers in the international jazz scene, takes the stage to celebrate the 10th anniversary celebration of Birdman, Alejandro Iñárritu’s Academy Award winning Best Picture starring Michael Keaton, Edward Norton, Emma Stone and Naomi Watts. During a screening of the film, Sánchez will recreate his…
What would happen if Rossini’s Figaro, Gounod’s Juliet, and Bizet’s Carmen could all be in the same concert hall at the same time? Well, it would be, in a word, SPECTACULAR! Orchestra Nova Northwest’s annual one-of-a-kind celebration, The Spectacular at the Reser, is back with a special edition featuring some of the greatest music ever…
A true example of the belief that we are better together, Gangstagrass combines great American traditions of bluegrass, hip-hop, and beyond to create a whole new musical genre that is more than the sum of its parts. Gangstagrass is a multi-racial collective of musicians who demolish every preconception you have about country music and hip-hop…
This special evening features the west coast premiere of Andy Akiho’s new piece written for 45th Parallel, plus the world premiere of a new work by Aeryn Santillan! The program also includes Daniel Wohl’s award winning composition Holographic, with stunning visual projections by Daniel Schwarz. Special Q&A with Andy will take place on the stage before the…
Featuring Guests: Ira Madison III, Riki Lindhome, and Paisley Rekdal. Live Wire Radio is an independently produced radio show and non-profit based in Portland, OR and broadcast nationwide. Hosted by Luke Burbank and announced by Elena Passarello, the show artfully blends unpredictable conversation, live music, and original comedy featuring all kinds of cultural talent and…
Christina and Andrés are 123 Andrés, the GRAMMY and Latin Grammy-winning duo for kids and families known for their interactive, high energy shows. They bring fresh original songs that blend Spanish and English, with an eclectic mix of sounds from all corners of Latin America. 123 Andrés pack their show with positive vibes and energetic…
Celebrate Hawaiian culture at the 17th Annual Hōʻike Fundraiser and show, featuring traditional Polynesian dancing by Hula Hālau ʻOhana Holoʻokoʻa’, Beaverton, OR. Saturday, February 8, 2025: Lobby – Raffle Open: 3:30 pm Theater Doors Open: 4:30 pm Performance: 5:00 pm Early Bird Pricing until 1/25/25 The KIAKO Foundation is a non-profit 501(C)(3) tax-exempt foundation.
Samatata Kingdom is in the throes of war. Only the bravery of General Mahmud Kha allows crisis to be averted and victory snatched from the jaws of defeat. On the voyage home, he happens upon three witches who foretell his future. Caught between the curious prophecy, the instigation of his wife Gulbahar Begum, and his…
Shari Lewis was a dancer, singer, and magician but is best known as the ventriloquist behind sock puppets Charlie Horse, Hush Puppy and, of course, Lamb Chop. This lively doc charts the life, loves, and career hits and misses of this spunky perfectionist, who forever changed the face of children’s television. Kickoff / Lobby doors…
Humans have been creating music about falling in and out of love from time immemorial. This multi-media Valentine’s Day concert and lecture includes performances by Grammy award-winning, Hopi-Nez Perce Native American flutist James Edmund Greeley; internationally acclaimed gospel, jazz and blues singer Marilyn Keller; singer, composer, pianist and recording artist Naomi LaViolette; and the Portland…
This event is free with reserved tickets. What if all of Beaverton read the same book? Please join us for the culminating event of Beaverton City Library’s One Book, One Beaverton, a visit with Diane Wilson, author of The Seed Keeper. A Minnesota Book Award winner, Wilson’s novel is a beautifully told story of reawakening…
Join us for the 25th Annual North American Tour of International Guitar Night, a celebration of the world’s most innovative and diverse guitar talents. Brian Gore has curated a stellar lineup featuring Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), Alexandra Whittingham (Britain), Niwel Tsumbu (Democratic Republic of The Congo) and Sönke Meinen (Germany), promising a night of breathtaking performances…
This concert has been rescheduled to Tuesday, February 18 at 7:00 PM. Please note the time was previously 7:30 PM. The Valentine’s Serenade is a captivating evening of classical music that weaves together timeless romance and heartfelt emotion. This performance, presented by talented young string ensembles, features a carefully curated program exploring the many facets…
ADA – MY MOTHER THE ARCHITECT profiles a woman and artist deeply tested by the realities of career and motherhood, a unique mother-daughter bond, and a fragile nation grappling with unrealized dreams. Ada Karmi Melamede is one of the most prolific architects of her generation in Israel and abroad. Through the lens of her daughter’s…