FREE & Open to the public with reserved ticket. This event will take place in The Gallery. Artist Talk by Yoonhee Choi (she/her) Join the artist in-gallery as Yoonhee Choi discusses cotton pulp as a versatile and sculptural casting material for 3D work. Choi will also provide insight into the process of creating her folded…
Shoshana Bean was most recently seen starring in Alicia Keys’ new musical Hell’s Kitchen, for which she received Tony, Grammy, Drama League, Drama Desk and Lucille Lortel Award nominations for her portrayal of ‘Jersey’. In 2022, she received Tony and Grammy nominations for her starring role as Susan Young opposite Billy Crystal in Broadway’s Mr. Saturday Night. She…
This family matinee features music, ritual dance, and colorful regalia from Aztec traditions. From Mexico, to Utah, to California and all throughout the Northwest, Aztec Dance Captain Jose Carlos leads his family and Woodburn community in the Azteca arts. The danza azteca group, Huitilocphtli (translated from Nahuatl:“Hummingbird to the left” or “Strength of your will”)…
In this 4 week series we will learn the foundations of Rio style Samba Batucada through playing technique as well as how the different drum voices contribute to the ensemble. This style of drumming is practiced with the drums worn on the body and the drums can be heavy. Accommodations can be made if plenty…
Join us for an unforgettable evening of live Bollywood music with Tarana—Portland’s very own Desi band! A passionate group of local music enthusiasts, Tarana brings together singers, percussionists, instrumentalists, and MCs to create an electrifying experience, making audiences of all ages hit the dance floor at every show. This year’s theme, “Picture Abhi Baaki Hai,”…
Five of Beaverton School District’s comprehensive high schools will combine forces to present a choral concert featuring over 150+ high school students. Schools will perform individually and then combine together to premiere “Requiem: In Remembrance of former students”.
Brooklyn Rider and Ariadne Greif (soprano) Celebrating two decades together, this is Brooklyn Rider’s homage to their namesake, “Der Blaue Reiter,” a pioneering pre-WWI artistic collective that counted among its members Arnold Schoenberg and Wassily Kandinsky. Colin Jacobsen’s song cycle, Chalk and Soot, built upon Kandinsky’s Dada-inspired text, is paired with Schoenberg’s daring Second String…
FREE and open to the public with reserved ticket. Embodying Paper: Artistic Process and Identity by Sandra Honda (she/her) Hear from the artist herself as Sandra Honda explores the use of paper as substrate and medium to dig into her Japanese American identity. Honda discusses the conceptual journey that led her to creating “Love Heals”,…
To experience Stella Cole perform is to journey into the heart of musical storytelling. Her infectious joy and wonder captivate audiences, earning her a massive social media following and countless viral videos. Stella’s charm lies not only in her extraordinary talent but in her ability to bridge generations, introducing fans of all ages to the…
Yasmin Williams is an innovative guitarist and composer known for her unique compositional approach and expansive instrumental style. Her latest album Acadia, released on Nonesuch Records, showcases her evolution from solo performer to collaborative artist, featuring partnerships with notable musicians like Aoife O’Donovan and Immanuel Wilkins. Williams’ distinctive creative process involves “ruminating” on single notes…
Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana presents Quinto Elemento (Fifth Element), a new work by internationally acclaimed flamenco dancer-choreographer Patricia Guerrero set to an original score of live music by Francis Gómez. Guerrero will explore the fifth element of the earth: ether, that which we do not see yet is ever-present. The essence that makes up the space…
The 150 musicians of Portland Choir & Orchestra have been delighting audiences with inspiring choral and orchestral music for 20 years. Thousands attend PCO’s wide variety of concert programs including the Celebration of Christmas, masterworks for choir and orchestra based on sacred texts, and patriotic and pops-style concerts that celebrate humankind’s rich heritage of family,…
Old Wine in New Bottles explores the evolution of musical traditions, much like the progression of Old and New World wine styles. This program celebrates how cherished classics are reinterpreted, creating fresh experiences that honor their roots while embracing innovation. The evening begins with Gordon Jacob’s Old Wine in New Bottles, a playful reimagining of…
Live Wire Radio is an independently produced radio show hosted by Luke Burbank and announced by Elena Passarello. The show artfully blends unpredictable conversation, live music, and original comedy and features all kinds of cultural talent and creative minds, from emerging artists to established acts. Live Wire champions discovery by producing spirited live shows and listening…
FREE & Open to the public (no tickets necessary) Menka Desai-Crawford (she/her) will be demonstrating how she embroiders on handmade paper with threads and beads to create depth in a painting. Desai-Crawford will also have her bead and threads collection, tools, and some of her finished artworks for everyone to enjoy. Interactive Installation Celebrate Children’s…
Founded in Tucson, Arizona, by guitarist/singer Joey Burns and drummer John Convertino, the band first emerged to widespread acclaim in the mid-1990s with a string of arresting, evocative records that blurred the lines between their roots, rock, and Latin influences. The Washington Post hailed the band’s live show as “near-flawless,” while The Chicago Tribune lauded…
Sleeping Beauty is a beautiful ballet about the power of love, dreams, and exploration, which has been delighting audiences on the world’s stages for more than 100 years. The three-act ballet extravaganza is based on Charles Perrault’s fairy tale of the same name. All of the finest elements were thought of in this production down…
FREE & Open to the public with a reserved ticket. This event takes place in The Lab. Join Sabina Haque for an artist talk exploring (UN) Belonging, her immersive installation that delves into emotional, political, and physical boundaries. Through projected maps, life-size ink drawings, and live performances, Haque invites viewers to experience the spaces between…
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 multi-instrumentalists. The show features four Ten Piano…
Portland Youth Philharmonic’s Chamber Orchestra Camerata continues its 101st season with a mesmerizing program featuring both contemporary and classical works. Camerata PYP will be playing the reflective tones of Isolation for String Orchestra by Dinah Bianchi, a contemplative piece that explores solitude through haunting melodies. Next, Eric Simonson‘s Short Variations for String Orchestra presents a…
Celebrate the grand finale of the Beaverton Symphony Orchestra’s 2024-2025 season with an unforgettable performance that will leave you awestruck. Immerse yourself in the dramatic intensity of Beethoven’s iconic Fifth Symphony, a triumphant journey of resilience and destiny that builds to one of the most exhilarating moments in all of classical music. The power and…
Helen Liu (she/her) will speak about her large new works on paper in Chinese ink and homegrown indigo. She will also talk about the growing and harvesting of Japanese indigo (Persicaria tinctoria) and the pigment extraction process. Attendees will get to enjoy seeds that Liu will share with gardeners interested in growing their own indigo!…
Play ball! The hit radio show and podcast Selected Shorts comes to The Reser for an evening of joyous and exuberant short fiction about ruthless competition, poetry in motion, and losing with grace . . . or not. Actors Ito Aghayere (Star Trek: Picard), Tate Donovan (Damages), and Melora Hardin (The Office) present stories that explore what…
Yaron Kohlberg, Soloist, Piano The Orchestra Nova Northwest welcomes international competition winner and President of the Cleveland International Piano Competition Yaron Kohlberg as he performs one of the most challenging and exciting piano concertos in the repertoire, the dazzling Piano Concerto No. 3 of Sergei Prokofiev. The orchestra performs Shostakovich’s mighty, tragic, but ultimately triumphal Symphony…
Join Cognizart for an exhilarating celebration of artistic talent that harmoniously combines music, dance, and visual arts! With an incredible lineup of talented young performers, the 31st Young Artists Debut! promises to be a memorable night for everyone. Be wowed by brilliant soloists Bharatanatyam dancer Shriya Marla (16), trombonist Elaina Stuppler (16), saxophonist Jacob Peizner…
In observance of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we at The Immigrant Story invite you to join us on May 24 for our fourth edition of “I Am An American Live.” This event is part of the programming by the Oregon Rises Above Hate coalition, with the aim of drawing attention…
The definition of epic. 26 Little Deaths by Carla Kihlstedt weaves a sweeping song cycle inspired by Edward Gorey’s Gashlycrumb Tinies, a delightfully dark alphabet book. A gifted singer and violinist, Kihlstedt will perform alongside musicians from your Oregon Symphony as they guide the audience through 26 songs that are part Tim Burton, part Edgar Allan Poe, and…
Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate Mariachi Tradición’s 10th Anniversary—a decade of music, culture, and community. Founded in 2015 by Lesslie Nuñez in the Forest Grove School District, this dynamic, audition-based Forest Grove High School ensemble has become a cherished group in the Portland Metropolitan Area. Featuring violins, trumpets, guitars, vihuela, guitarron,…
Cool Storytellers Lounge’s 4-week class series focus on paper collage, is designed to be accessible and enjoyable for adult (18+) participants with no experience or beginner art skill levels. Saturdays 1 PM – 2 PM Saturday, November 8 Saturday, November 15 Saturday, November 22 Instructor: Nadia Sheik Individual classes: $25/$20 for Seniors A signed…
Get your high heels on and kick off Pride at The Reser as we bring you a month-long celebration of Drag programming. Take a walk down the memory lane of Portland’s iconic Queens Darcelle XV and Poison Waters, and be delighted by memorable costumes, wigs, ephemera, and more. All are invited to get your Drag…
Join us for this free community open house and celebration! This family day will include art appreciation, interactive components, and fantastic performances featuring many beloved local performers and organizations including: PHAME Academy, Abby GoLucky, Doyeon Lim, Mini Shama Ogle & Troupe, Sultanov Ballet Academy, congruency dance collective, Nartana School of Kuchipudi Dance, Pride of Portland…
Poison Waters, Portland’s infamous Drag Queen, is both young at heart and far from putting away her dance shoes. Come join us for an entertaining evening and hear about her adventurous steps to stardom, the stories of the legendary Darcelle XV, and all the fun of being a queen (of a certain age). FREE &…
Sleeping Beauty & New Dreams Celebrating a Decade of Dance OIBA’s Tenth Anniversary Spring Show featuring Sleeping Beauty and a World Premiere by Ye Li! Join us in welcoming back many OIBA alumni for this special event.
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…
The story of composers Chen Yi and Zhou Long is one of love for each other and for the music that has led them on a remarkable journey from the forced labor camps of the Cultural Revolution to the US. The critical acclaim for their brilliant music is richly deserved, including the Pulitzer Prize for…
When we were small children, we all played dress-up. So why stop now? Take out your fancy hats and gloves and get your high heels on to join us as Drag Queen Poison Waters and other Queens (of a certain age) share playful stories of their lives of glam, and the fun they (still) have….
Oregon Origins Project in partnership with Stelo presents an epic new musical and visual art work depicting the dramatic events of Oregon’s geologic history. Join us for an artistic exploration of the state’s geologic origin stories, including the Columbia River basalt flows, Basin and Range earthquakes, Cascade volcanoes, Missoula floods, and much more. Matthew Packwood,…
Drag Mums unite – and get that cake of foundation ready! Have you ever wanted to know what it takes to transform into a Queen? Well, guess no more! Step behind the curtain and into the world of Drag at The Reser. Join Queens Kenzie B. Valentine, Kimberly Michelle Westwood, and Inanna Miss for live…
In its inaugural concert, the Portland Sage Singers presents an evening of music and stories extolling the simple, and not so simple, joys of elderhood. The concert opens with Stephen Sondheim’s powerful anthem, “Our Time” from Merrily We Roll Along. From there, the chorus of singers aged 55 and above, whisks the audience on a…
Ballet Folklorico Academia Gabriela proudly presents El Fuego Nuevo: Deseos del Corazón, a vibrant celebration of Mexico’s rich history and cultural heritage. Through stunning visuals, captivating music, and breathtaking costumes, this performance takes audiences on a journey through time and tradition. Experience the beauty of Mexico as El Fuego Nuevo transports you to the Prehispanic…
Bach-inspired artistry and innovation ensue with Oregonian David Schiff’s Divertimento from his acclaimed Gimpel the Fool alongside the World Premiere of iPod Variations by one of America’s most unique emerging voices, Iranian American composer Kian Ravaei. Schubert’s enchanting The Shepherd on the Rock pairs soprano Hyunah Yu’s soaring voice with Artistic Director Emeritus David Shifrin’s…
Legendary Makers Market: An Asian American Night Market returns this summer to Beaverton, Oregon, as the state’s largest Asian American-centered event. Presented by Asian American Town with support from the City of Beaverton, the event takes place July 12–13, 2025, at The Round in Beaverton (12600 SW Crescent St, Beaverton, OR 97005). Now in its…
Eleven of the world’s most renowned string artists converge: violinists Carolin Widmann and Benjamin Beilman, bassist Nina Bernat, and the doubly dynamic Viano and Opus13 quartets! The World Premiere of Alistair Coleman’s evocative Ghost Art Canticles for String Quartet & Double Bass is followed by Finnish superstar Olli Mustonen’s strikingly modern Nonetto II. Then, hang…
Join the Portland Symphonic Choir for an immersive audience participation concert experience as part of Summer Sings at The Reser. Whether you’re new to singing or an experienced chorister, Summer Sings invites you to pick up a score and sing from your seat, surrounded by members of the Portland Symphonic Choir. If you prefer to…
Be the first to hear legendary musicians Leila Josefowicz and Paul Watkins shine in their World Premiere of Sean Shepherd’s Violin & Cello Duo written especially for them. Josefowicz and Gloria Chien will pair next for Igor Stravinsky’s Divertimento from The Fairy’s Kiss, showcasing their exquisite artistry. The evening concludes with an all-star ensemble performing…
AAROHAN, Portland’s Premier Fusion band, is making a triumphant return with a delightful new soundscape that beautifully melds the richness of Hindustani classical music with the vibrant energy of Bollywood Pop and the powerful essence of Western Rock and Jazz. Joining forces with the talented choir group from Westview High School, this collaboration promises an…