This June, the Oregon International Ballet Academy (OIBA) brings magic to Beaverton’s Patricia Reser Center for the Arts with Prokofiev’s enchanting classic, Cinderella. This beloved story ballet has timeless, intergenerational appeal, perfect for bringing families and communities together. OIBA students and ten top-level soloists will transport audiences in this fully produced fairytale, specially choreographed by…
Local world beat band Wamba will perform with Ghanaian drumming and dance troupe Woshishijye to celebrate the release of their new 11-track album at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts (12625 SW Crescent Street Beaverton, Oregon 97005) on Friday, June 21st. This special showcase of original and contemporary world beat music culminates with Wamba’s…
Kanani Miyamoto, an individual of mixed heritage and who most identifies with her Hawaiian and Japanese roots has combined Eastern art aesthetics and techniques with Hawaiian philosophy to create Across Oceans, a dramatic and expansive installation at The Reser and Beaverton Building at City Hall. Guests are invited to experience a one-of-a-kind hands-on workshop and…
Join us for a journey through time and emotion, where the notes of history and innovation harmonize to create an unforgettable musical tapestry. Celebrating anniversaries of timeless compositions and showcasing brilliant arrangements, this concert promises to be an immersive experience for all. Embark on a musical odyssey with “Origin” by Nishimura, a captivating piece which…
Judy Collins has inspired audiences with sublime vocals, boldly vulnerable songwriting, personal life triumphs, and a firm commitment to social activism. In the 1960s, she evoked both the idealism and steely determination of a generation united against social and environmental injustices. Five decades later, her luminescent presence shines brightly as new generations bask in the…
Come celebrate PRIDE with Poison Waters as she hosts the Friends of Dorothy: A Queer Cabaret. Featuring the cream of the crop from our local entertainment landscape, this one-of-a-kind live show will be fun for the entire family! Guests will be dazzled and entertained throughout the evening by an incredible lineup of local talent, featuring everyone…
Opening Night of CMNW’s 54th Summer Festival will be a not-to-be missed event celebrating Beethoven’s influence on the last two centuries of chamber music! Our first concert of the summer features many of our favorite CMNW artists, including violist Paul Neubauer and renowned pianist Alessio Bax performing an exquisite Brahms Viola Sonata. We will “replay”…
Michael Allen Harrison’s long running legendary show Ten Grands is moving into a new era and is now primarily focused on presenting and supporting the next generation. This years’ cast has eight new young artists who are not only great pianists, but fine up and coming composers and multiple instrumentalists. The show features four Ten…
Michael Allen Harrison’s long running legendary show Ten Grands is moving into a new era and is now primarily focused on presenting and supporting the next generation. This years’ cast has eight new young artists who are not only great pianists, but fine up and coming composers and multiple instrumentalists. The show features four Ten…
Michael Allen Harrison’s long running legendary show Ten Grands is moving into a new era and is now primarily focused on presenting and supporting the next generation. This years’ cast has eight new young artists who are not only great pianists, but fine up and coming composers and multiple instrumentalists. The show features four Ten…
Beethoven’s incendiary and revolutionary Grosse Fuge forever changed music. The almost incomprehensible genius of his “Great Fugue” has powered every genre of music since—from classical to jazz, Motown to heavy metal. We’ll explore equally fiery works by Brahms and Finnish composer Sebastian Fagerlund, inspired by the musical bonfire Beethoven ignited. After the Grosse Fuge, music would never be…
On her transcendent new record, Workin’ On A World, Iris DeMent faces the modern world — as it is right now — with its climate catastrophe, pandemic illness, and epidemic of violence and social injustice — and not only asks us how we can keep working towards a better world, but implores us to love…
Four all-star performers take on three exceptionally thrilling works for their instruments! World-renowned horn master Radovan Vlatković tackles Ligeti’s devilishly difficult Horn Trio. Portland’s own revolutionary flutist Amelia Lukas with the astounding pianist/composer Stewart Goodyear premiere his stunning The Torment of Marsyas. Then, Busoni and Geneva Piano Competitions winner Chloe Mun conquers Beethoven’s monumental “Hammerklavier.” 6:30…
More than any previous composer, Beethoven challenged musicians to reach new heights, redefining musical virtuosity. Tonight’s program features soaring soloist masterworks, including Beethoven’s Cello Sonata No. 3, Jörg Widmann’s clarinet Fantasie, and Weber’s epic Clarinet Quintet arranged for chamber orchestra—performed by some of the world’s finest on their instruments. 6:30 pm | Lobby Prelude Performance with…
Oregon’s biggest Asian-centered Night Market will return July 26-28 bigger and better with support from the City of Beaverton. Join over 200 vendors and partners for an unmatched experience celebrating Asian American culture. In addition to an incredible selection of vendors for an open-air night market outside we will activate the entire Patricia Reser Center…
Oregon’s biggest Asian-centered Night Market will return July 26-28 bigger and better with support from the City of Beaverton. Join over 200 vendors and partners for an unmatched experience celebrating Asian American culture. In addition to an incredible selection of vendors for an open-air night market outside we will activate the entire Patricia Reser Center…
Ghosts, Bigfoot, Loch Ness Monster … are they real? Hunt through haunted halls for all things paranormal in this NWCT Explore Camp. Warning: This camp is for the brave of heart only. NWCT Explore Camps combine adventures, imaginative world-building, and role-playing to immerse students in theater. An informal demonstration will occur during the last 15…
Everyday’s a great day in Barbieland — or is it? After journeying to the Real World, Barbie and Ken discover that life in plastic isn’t always fantastic. Featuring “I’m Just Ken,” “Dance the Night Away,” and other hit songs from the summer blockbuster. Everyone gets a part! Performance Camps are all about putting on a…
Join Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach for a mission in the Mushroom Kingdom! Hike through the Woody Woods, swim to Yoshi’s Tropical Island, and fly to Bowser’s Space Land in this NWCT Explore Camp. NWCT Explore Camps combine adventures, imaginative world-building, and role-playing to immerse students in theater. An informal demonstration will occur during the…
Issam Abdallah was a remarkable visuals journalist with a gift of capturing a person’s soul in a single image. From reporting on the war against the Islamic State in Syria and Iraq to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, or the protests in Egypt and his native Lebanon, Issam told powerful visual stories of people’s pain…
The wizarding world welcomes you for a summer of magic! Head to Platform 9 3/4 and board the Hogwart’s Express to Diagon Alley where you’ll unite with your wand to brew potions, practice spells, and care for magical creatures. NWCT Explore Camps combine adventures, imaginative world-building, and role-playing to immerse students in theater. An informal…
If nautical nonsense be something you wish, then come aboard the Boatmobile to Bikini Bottom! Join Spongebob, Patrick, and all of your favorite undersea characters as you explore the Krusty Krab, the Island in the Sky, Shell City, and more. NWCT Explore Camps combine adventures, imaginative world-building, and role-playing to immerse students in theater. An…
Enter the Enchanted Wood where fairies dance on the wind and trolls trick you with riddles. Just be sure to stay away from the Whopping Willow and Fire Swamp! Combine with School for Peculiar Children to make it a full day! NWCT Explore Camps combine adventures, imaginative world-building, and role-playing to immerse students in theater….
From Bring It On’s Eva, to Hades himself, Broadway is full of dastardly, despicable villains. Luckily, there’s usually a hero around like Elle Woods or Matilda Wormwood to make things right! In this Skills Camp, you’ll learn songs and dances from the most malevolent and sinister characters of stage and screen, and the characters who…
Puck, the mischievous fairy is at it again! Adventure through the forest with star-crossed lovers, a troupe of amateur actors, and the king and queen of the fairies as they try to make sense of things despite the spells that Puck has cast. Everyone gets a part in this adaptation of Shakespeare’s timeless comedy. Families…
Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? SpongeBob Squarepants! When Mount Humongous threatens to erupt, can SpongeBob, Patrick, Sandy, Squidward and the rest of the gang save Bikini Bottom? Find out in this NWCT musical adapted from the TV show and Broadway hit. Everyone gets a part! Performance Camps are all about putting on…
Build dynamic characters that make scripts come to life in this Skills Camp! Dive into a character’s backstory, surroundings, thoughts, and fears and learn how to translate that using the tools of the actor: voice, body, and imagination. Combine with Musical Theater: Heroes & Villains to make it a full day! NWCT Skills Camps are…
Embark on an adventure to Miss Peregrine’s home in Cairnholm to discover your own unique paranormal abilities. Whether you’re a shapeshifter or an aerokinetic “Peculiar” who can manipulate air, your powers will be needed to uncover clues and solve a strange and unusual mystery in this NWCT Explore Camp. Combine with Enchanted Wood to make…
In celebration of its 10th anniversary, the Beaverton Night Market will be condensed into a single spectacular evening this year. Embracing this milestone, our aim is to concentrate our resources and efforts into one unforgettable night, elevating the experience with grander performances and activities. While we anticipate the number of vendors to remain consistent, the…
Join the adventuring party and set off on an expedition through dark dungeons, haunted castles, and lava-filled caves. Create your own characters and story in this world of sword and sorcery! Combine with Zany Zoo to make it a full day! NWCT Explore Camps combine adventures, imaginative world-building, and role-playing to immerse students in theater….
Penguins parading on the promenade, condors crashing into the carousel, and zebras zipping up Zoolights — what has happened at the zoo?! Animals of all scales, feathers, and fur will be needed to set things right in this NWCT Explore Camp. Combine with Dungeons & Dragons to make it a full day! NWCT Explore Camps…
Musical Playground is a FREE, fun, interactive event for families with children ages 10 and under. Join us and explore music and instruments from around the world! 11 AM- 2 PM. The Reser has partnered with local arts providers to create a day of fun, interactive musical experiences designed to empower, build community connection, and…