Embark on an emotional odyssey with the Oregon Symphony, exploring the cultural heritage, personal identities, and family histories of three groundbreaking living American composers. Singer and composer Nathalie Joachim’s “Ki Moun Ou Ye” (which means “Who Are You?” in Creole) celebrates her Haitian family with vibrant stories of community, survival, and freedom. Witness a new arrangement…

A Bollywood Musical Journey A Charity Event Benefiting SEVA Foundation In 2012, several singers came together to form a Bollywood music charity group and named it Soor Aur Saptak™ (SAS), (“Notes and Octave” in Hindi).  Our mission is to support pediatric vision care in India partnering with Seva Foundation, Berkeley, CA through our annual fundraising…

Formed following a live jam session in Copenhagen more than ten years ago, this talented trio’s sound is based on virtuosic and incendiary musical ability across a range of instruments that includes fiddle, accordion, piano, and cittern. The name of the band is derived from their magical childhood memories of the circus and a desire…

EVERY CASTLE, RANKED Co-created by Lindy West & Ahamefule J. Oluo Performed by Lindy West A castle is the ultimate “expectation vs. reality” meme. Like a lot of kids, Lindy West grew up dreaming of castles and princes, of a magic beyond everyday life. But reality has a way of grinding the fantasy out of…

Join dori king for a four-part series focused on accessible flow yoga and meditation. Each 45-minute session will have a theme centering some of the ideas and art that have been shared at The Reser. All are welcome! Please bring your own yoga mats. Saturdays: 10 AM – 11 AM March 8 March 15 March…

With the energy of 1,000 suns, Alex Zerbe moves like a rubber band from one end of the stage to the other. Beatboxing, juggling, dancing, singing, music and magic are just a few of the things that led Piers Morgan of America’s Got Talent to call this physical comedian, “The total package.” The “Professional Zaniac,”…

Leading the way in the use of Rhythm. HealthRHYTHMS® is a research-based group drumming program developed over 20 years ago through the interdisciplinary collaboration of experts in Neuroscience, Music Therapy, and Recreational Music Making. Saturdays 11:30 AM-12:30 PM. March 8 March 15 March 22 March 29 Drums will be provided. If you prefer to use a…

Discover the Joy of the Ukulele: Beginner Class for All Ages! Learn to play the ukulele with our specially curated class suitable for beginners of all ages. Whether you’re a young enthusiast or someone looking to pick up a new hobby later in life, this class is designed to be inclusive and enjoyable for everyone….

We will explore basic techniques, such as how to play a single note and simple melodies, rhythmic playing, articulation, and more advanced topics. All levels are welcome! Classes take place on Sundays: 10 AM-11 AM March 9 March 16 March 23 March 30  IMPORTANT NOTE: Please bring a key of “C” ten-hole diatonic harmonica (The Hohner special…

Stories we hear and tell can have a profound impact upon our mental, emotional, and physical health. The unique stories of our lives carry the medicine of humor, wisdom, vision, and healing. We all have stories to tell and a unique voice and style for telling them. In this workshop participants will be led through…

On Friday, March 14, Music Director Dr. Pierre-Alain Chevalier leads the Beaverton Symphony Orchestra on a magical adventure. The entire family will be enchanted by our Fables and Fairytales: Ravel’s Mother Goose – A Family Concert. This magical journey through beloved fairy tales is brought to life by stunning music performed by the Beaverton Symphony…

Join dori king for a four-part series focused on accessible flow yoga and meditation. Each 45-minute session will have a theme centering some of the ideas and art that have been shared at The Reser. All are welcome! Please bring your own yoga mats. Saturdays: 10 AM – 11 AM March 15 March 22 March…

Leading the way in the use of Rhythm. HealthRHYTHMS® is a research-based group drumming program developed over 20 years ago through the interdisciplinary collaboration of experts in Neuroscience, Music Therapy, and Recreational Music Making. Saturdays 11:30 AM-12:30 PM. March 15 March 22 March 29 Drums will be provided. If you prefer to use a personal instrument,…

Discover the Joy of the Ukulele: Beginner Class for All Ages! Learn to play the ukulele with our specially curated class suitable for beginners of all ages. Whether you’re a young enthusiast or someone looking to pick up a new hobby later in life, this class is designed to be inclusive and enjoyable for everyone….

With a Celtic spirit culled from the rich musical traditions of their native County Donegal, Altan will perform on March 15th  at The Reser.  Formed in County Donegal in 1987 by lead vocalist Mairéad Ní Mhaonaigh and her husband, the late Frankie Kennedy, Altan has had an unwavering commitment to bring the beauty of traditional music,…

We will explore basic techniques, such as how to play a single note and simple melodies, rhythmic playing, articulation, and more advanced topics. All levels are welcome! Classes take place on Sundays: 10 AM-11 AM March 16 March 23 April 06 IMPORTANT NOTE: 
Please bring a key of “C” ten-hole diatonic harmonica 
(The Hohner special…

Stories we hear and tell can have a profound impact upon our mental, emotional, and physical health. The unique stories of our lives carry the medicine of humor, wisdom, vision, and healing. We all have stories to tell and a unique voice and style for telling them. In this workshop participants will be led through…

Resonance Ensemble — Katherine FitzGibbon, Director Featuring the combined choirs of: Resonance Ensemble — Katherine FitzGibbon, Artistic Director and Conductor Lewis & Clark College Cappella Nova — Katherine FitzGibbon, Director Reed College Collegium Musicum — Shohei Kobayashi, Director The Orchestra Nova Northwest launches a new collaboration with the brilliant and dynamic Resonance Ensemble, a professional vocal…

Mayor Lacey Beaty will host the State of the City starting at 6:00 p.m. on March 17 at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts here in Beaverton. From 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. attendees are invited to enjoy networking with leaders in the community. Join Mayor Beaty at 7 p.m. for the State of…

Formed in 1985 as the antidote to mindless pop, egocentric rock, and the indulgent, bluster of the music business, The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain donned black tuxedos, and began giving ‘concerts’ in tiny rooms above old pubs. Four decades (and 400,000,000 plucks) later they’re still thrilling audiences with their off-beat humour and four-stringed virtuosity…

“In The Mood” for swing music? The most popular and sought after big band of all time returns to Beaverton for an evening of swing music at the Reser Center For The Arts! On March 21, The World-Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra will perform their greatest hits, including “In The Mood”, “Chattanooga Choo Choo”, “American Patrol”,…

Join dori king for a four-part series focused on accessible flow yoga and meditation. Each 45-minute session will have a theme centering some of the ideas and art that have been shared at The Reser. All are welcome! Please bring your own yoga mats. Saturdays: 10 AM – 11 AM
March 22
March 29 Individual Classes are…

Leading the way in the use of Rhythm. HealthRHYTHMS® is a research-based group drumming program developed over 20 years ago through the interdisciplinary collaboration of experts in Neuroscience, Music Therapy, and Recreational Music Making. Saturdays 11:30 AM-12:30 PM. March 22 March 29 Drums will be provided. If you prefer to use a personal instrument, you are…

Discover the Joy of the Ukulele: Beginner Class for All Ages! Learn to play the ukulele with our specially curated class suitable for beginners of all ages. Whether you’re a young enthusiast or someone looking to pick up a new hobby later in life, this class is designed to be inclusive and enjoyable for everyone….

We will explore basic techniques, such as how to play a single note and simple melodies, rhythmic playing, articulation, and more advanced topics. All levels are welcome! Classes take place on Sundays: 1o AM-11 AM March 23 April 06 IMPORTANT NOTE: Please bring a key of “C” ten-hole diatonic harmonica (The Hohner special 20 is…

Portland Samba classes will bring the rhythms and excitement of Brazil to The Reser. Classes will get participants moving, playing drums, and singing in a safe atmosphere. The shared experience of an irresistibly good time results in something larger than each individual and builds powerful bonds that foster positivity. Instruments will be provided. Classes take…

Stories we hear and tell can have a profound impact upon our mental, emotional, and physical health. The unique stories of our lives carry the medicine of humor, wisdom, vision, and healing. We all have stories to tell and a unique voice and style for telling them. In this workshop participants will be led through…

The kingdom has fallen under a mysterious spell. Gather your courage and explore this strange land, where mystical creatures roam wild, and mysteries lurk around every corner. 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 minutes of the final day…

Now is the time to seize the day! Take to the streets and bring this smash-hit musical to life with Jack and the newsies. The perfect play for students looking to take their song and dance skills to the next level. “One for all and all for one!” Performance Camps are all about putting on…

Ever wonder how stage design can help characters come to life? Step behind the curtain and work with professional designers in this one-week Skills Camp. Learn about the art of designing costumes and props for the stage as you create and design your very own costume plot! Ages 10 – 14 yrs March 24 –…

It’s time to let your hair down! Rapunzel lives in a tall tower, hidden deep in the woods, with no door, no stair, and no ladder. She has never had a friend, or a haircut. Her only visitor is her “mother,” a powerful witch who is determined to prevent Rapunzel from exploring the outside world….

Calling all covert operatives! Your mission — should you choose to accept it — will be full of excitement and intrigue. Don your best disguise and join our clandestine meetings, where we’ll solve puzzles and uncover clues to thwart the enemy’s evil plans. Explore classes combine character creation, imaginative world-building and theater games. NWCT Explore…

Join dori king for a four-part series focused on accessible flow yoga and meditation. Each 45-minute session will have a theme centering some of the ideas and art that have been shared at The Reser. All are welcome! Please bring your own yoga mats.  Saturdays: 10 AM – 11 AM March 29 Individual Classes are…

Leading the way in the use of Rhythm. HealthRHYTHMS® is a research-based group drumming program developed over 20 years ago through the interdisciplinary collaboration of experts in Neuroscience, Music Therapy, and Recreational Music Making. Saturdays 11:30 AM-12:30 PM. March 29 Drums will be provided. If you prefer to use a personal instrument, you are welcome to…

Discover the Joy of the Ukulele: Beginner Class for All Ages! Learn to play the ukulele with our specially curated class suitable for beginners of all ages. Whether you’re a young enthusiast or someone looking to pick up a new hobby later in life, this class is designed to be inclusive and enjoyable for everyone….

Portland Samba classes will bring the rhythms and excitement of Brazil to The Reser. Classes will get participants moving, playing drums, and singing in a safe atmosphere. The shared experience of an irresistibly good time results in something larger than each individual and builds powerful bonds that foster positivity. Instruments will be provided. Classes take…

Stories we hear and tell can have a profound impact upon our mental, emotional, and physical health. The unique stories of our lives carry the medicine of humor, wisdom, vision, and healing. We all have stories to tell and a unique voice and style for telling them. In this workshop participants will be led through…

Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences around the world for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. He is a favorite at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where he has enjoyed 14 years of sell-out success. Louis explores the breath-taking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and…

For over twenty years, RUBBERBAND, based in Montreal (Quebec), has been creating and developing its own unique style, the RUBBERBAND Method, a singular blend of break, ballet, contemporary techniques and dance-theatre. Created by Choreographer and Artistic Director Victor Quijada, Vic’s Mix shows off the incredible versatility of the RUBBERBAND dancers with humor and athletic grace….

FREE & Open to the public. No tickets necessary. UN (Belonging) Live Performance will take place in The Gallery. (UN) Belonging is a participatory video installation exploring emotional, political, and physical boundaries through projected maps and live performance. Sabina Haque collaborates with performers to choreograph movement in response to projected shadow figures and borderlines. Join…

We will explore basic techniques, such as how to play a single note and simple melodies, rhythmic playing, articulation, and more advanced topics. All levels are welcome! Classes take place on Sundays: 10 AM-11 AM IMPORTANT NOTE:
Please bring a key of “C” ten-hole diatonic harmonica
(The Hohner special 20 is a great option) Individual Classes are…

Portland Samba classes will bring the rhythms and excitement of Brazil to The Reser. Classes will get participants moving, playing drums, and singing in a safe atmosphere. The shared experience of an irresistibly good time results in something larger than each individual and builds powerful bonds that foster positivity. Instruments will be provided. Classes take…

The award-winning PUBLIQuartet is an improvising string quartet whose repertoire blends genres and highlights American multiculturalism. In 2019 they garnered Chamber Music America’s prestigious Visionary Award for their outstanding and inventive approach to a broad range of musical styles and genres. With their innovative approach to contemporary classical, jazz, and world chamber music, programs range…

National Geographic Live brings you behind-the-scenes stories and unforgettable imagery from world-renowned photographers, scientists, filmmakers, and adventurers—live on stage. Every year, billions of animals migrate in search of food, water, or a mate. Ecologist and National Geographic Explorer Lucy Hawkes has scoured the ocean, land, and sky to investigate the astonishing stories of animal perseverance….

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…