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…
Cameroonian Cultural Showcase, Pt 2 Friday, Sep 13, 6 – 9 pm Learn about the 10 different regions of Cameroon through food, music, and traditional regalia, with the association of Cameroonians in OR. For more information, visit the Welcoming Week web page. About Welcoming Week National Welcoming Week is an annual series of events…
4th Annual Chinese Cultural Exhibition Saturday, Sep 14, 2 – 4 pm Join the Haiyan Dance Academy in celebrating Chinese culture with local Chinese cultural organizations, traditional Chinese dance, music, martial arts, and spoken word performances. For more information, visit the Welcoming Week web page. About Welcoming Week National Welcoming Week is an annual…
Artina McCain, Soloist, Piano The outstanding pianist Artina McCain joins Orchestra Nova NW in an inaugural concert highlighting the long-overlooked contributions of Black composers and artists to classical music. Music Director, Steven Byess has curated an exquisite program featuring work by Pulitzer Prize winner George Walker, Florence Price — the first black female composer to have…
“Courage, ardor, lasting impressions” Described as a “rare combination of clarity and power” (AllMusic Guide), Tetiana Shafran has won over 20 international competitions and gained the accolades of the classical music world. The young Ukrainian star will make her PPI debut, showcasing her sublime gift through a program that weaves together fervor and legacy….
A Magical Night of International Classics, Love Songs, & Timeless Melodies with vocal sensation Nick Palance & pianist extraordinaire, Michael Allen Harrison Join us for a magical evening with recording artist Nick Palance and legendary pianist Michael Allen Harrison. This concert will showcase Nick’s unique repertoire that encompasses nearly every musical genre from opera, “pOpera”…
Live Wire Radio is an independently produced radio show based in Portland, Oregon. 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 creative minds, from emerging artists to established acts. Live Wire champions discovery by producing engaging,…
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 10 AM-11 AM. September 28, 2024 October 5, 2024 October 19, 2024 October 26, 2024 Drums will be provided. If you…
UNIT SOUZOU’s school of taiko drumming, Korekara Taiko, offers residencies, assembly performances, and taiko classes in schools and to the public year-round, for all ages and skill levels. Join esteemed instructors Michelle Fujii and Toru Watanabe as you’re empowered to find your unique voice through the drum. Within the taiko session, students will actively participate…
The Squirrel Nut Zippers Present Jazz from the Back O’ Town: A Musical Journey to the Birthplace of Jazz in 1920s New Orleans. The Squirrel Nut Zippers’ Jazz from the Back ‘O Town is an intriguing look at the birth of Jazz, focused on the prodigious musical neighborhood of New Orleans called Back O’ Town. The…
The Los Angeles-based TAIKOPROJECT unites the propulsive and intricate sounds of Japanese taiko drumming with koto, marimba, and shinobue – as well as vocals and stunning choreography – to combine the visceral power of this traditional music, alongside contemporary taiko songs composed by the group. Founded in 2000 by a group of young, emerging taiko…
Everybody Move is facilitated by Dance for Parkinson’s® Oregon. Join us for the “Everybody Move” at The Reser! This research-backed global program is designed for people living with mobility challenges. No dance experience is required. Class may be enjoyed seated or standing. Energizing and inspiring music will guide you as you discover diverse dance styles…
Introduction to Persian Music: Discourse aims to introduce the basic principles of Persian music (Classical and folk music of Iran) through live demonstration of musical instruments, listening, examples, basic elements of modal, music theory, and visual illustrations. Students will have the opportunity to try their hand at playing some Persian musical instruments, explore various playing…
Fans of legendary folk icons The Kingston Trio can re-discover their timeless music all over again, after a forced nearly two-year hiatus due to pandemic restrictions as the group returns to their national tour. All three current members, Mike Marvin, Tim Gorelangton and Buddy Woodward have intrinsic links to and experience with the original group:…
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 10 AM-11 AM. October 5, 2024 October 12, 2024 October 19, 2024 Drums will be provided. If you prefer to use…
UNIT SOUZOU’s school of taiko drumming, Korekara Taiko, offers residencies, assembly performances, and taiko classes in schools and to the public year-round, for all ages and skill levels. Join esteemed instructors Michelle Fujii and Toru Watanabe as you’re empowered to find your unique voice through the drum. Within the taiko session, students will actively participate…
As Ka Lei Haliʻa O Ka Lokelani celebrates their 15th year anniversary of sharing Hawaiʻiʻs history and culture with the Pacific Northwest, we invite you to join us for an evening filled with oli, mele and hula.
On October 8th we are hosting the Bloodworks Northwest Bloodmobile Bus in front of The Reser to help save local lives! Bloodworks Northwest provides blood products to 95% of hospitals across the Pacific Northwest, including every Providence and Legacy hospital in Oregon. Invite a friend or two to join you, so we’re always ready with…
‘Ori Nui I Portland will be the first event of its kind in Oregon—a competition and workshop series focused on ‘Ori Tahiti (Tahitian dance). This event will be open to local, national, and international groups, offering them a platform to showcase their group performances and soloist dancers in the form of a competition. Let the…
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. What You’ll Learn: • Basic Chords and Strumming: We’ll start from…
Grand Diwali Musical 3.0 is here to light up this festive season! Join us for an unforgettable evening of Indian music, dance, and celebration at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant colors, enchanting melodies, and energetic performances that will leave you mesmerized. This in-person event promises…
UNIT SOUZOU’s school of taiko drumming, Korekara Taiko, offers residencies, assembly performances, and taiko classes in schools and to the public year-round, for all ages and skill levels. Join esteemed instructors Michelle Fujii and Toru Watanabe as you’re empowered to find your unique voice through the drum. Within the taiko session, students will actively participate…
Aditya Prakash, an award-winning vocalist known for his powerful and emotive voice, is a young virtuoso of Karnatik music, and one of the youngest musicians to tour and perform with Ravi Shankar at the age of 16. Aditya continues to work with leading innovators of the arts such as Anoushka Shankar, Karsh Kale, Tigran Hamasyan,…
“Hope, poetry, ancient longing.” Recognized for their “soulful and dynamic” musicality, Duo Amal has captivated audiences worldwide since bursting onto the scene in 2014. The Israeli-Palestinian pianists Yaron Kohlberg and Bishara Haroni epitomize the true meaning of Amal (hope, in Arabic). The energetic duo has curated a program of works embodying a collective dream of…
Join hostess Kenzie B. Valentine at The Reser for a fun-filled evening with Beyond Labels featuring Bingo and trivia themed around art, music, and theatre. Enjoy drinks and light snacks while competing for great prizes. Bring friends and family for this unique event! A monthly queer gathering on the last Wednesday of every month, called…
UNIT SOUZOU’s school of taiko drumming, Korekara Taiko, offers residencies, assembly performances, and taiko classes in schools and to the public year-round, for all ages and skill levels. Join esteemed instructors Michelle Fujii and Toru Watanabe as you’re empowered to find your unique voice through the drum. Within the taiko session, students will actively participate…
Vivid sonic imagery, poignant poetry, and cultural fusion! Oregon Repertory Singers highlights Portland composers Stacey Philipps, Joan Szymko, and Sydney Guillaume, with a special art market in the lobby of the Reser featuring local artisans and their crafts. Throughout its history, Oregon Repertory Singers has committed to bringing the best new choral music to Portland….
Vivid sonic imagery, poignant poetry, and cultural fusion! Oregon Repertory Singers highlights Portland composers Stacey Philipps, Joan Szymko, and Sydney Guillaume, with a special art market in the lobby of the Reser featuring local artisans and their crafts. Throughout its history, Oregon Repertory Singers has committed to bringing the best new choral music to Portland….
Don your cape and fangs and celebrate Halloween Eve with the classic 1931 film Dracula, starring Béla Lugosi, accompanied by a live performance of Philip Glass’s original score. Philip Glass Ensemble Music Director Michael Riesman leads Third Angle in this hypnotic soundtrack for string quartet and two grand pianos. Although there have been numerous screen…
This event is sold out. Wagner Kreusch takes the stage at The Reser. Wagner is a London based florist born in Brazil best known for his dedication to teaching floristry and his graphic and sculptural work highly inspired by contemporary Ikebana. A graduate of the SOGETSU SCHOOL OF IKEBANA and co-founder of the LONDON FLOWER…
The Curio: Presented by Beaverton Arts Market Friday, November 1st | 6 – 9 pm FREE & Open to the public (no tickets necessary) Join us as we celebrate the second year of our new tradition. The opening reception will feature the work of over 50 local and regional artists, and guests will have an…
Join Joanne Shaw Taylor and her stellar band performing songs from her critically acclaimed studio album, Nobody’s Fool, as well as songs from the upcoming new album, Heavy Soul. Her guitar skills are unmatched, while her vocals and songwriting soar to new heights as she unveils an impressive repertoire of material. Joanne will also dig…
Live Wire is proud to partner with the Portland Book Festival for a special matinee performance featuring three extraordinary writers plus a special musical performance. Live Wire Radio is an independently produced radio show and non-profit based in Portland, Oregon. Hosted by Luke Burbank and announced by Elena Passarello, the show artfully blends unpredictable conversation,…
Clayton Stephenson, a rising star from New York City, is captivating audiences worldwide with his extraordinary talent and innovative approach to classical music. The recent finalist in the prestigious Van Cliburn competition has quickly garnered the admiration of music lovers. His performance promises a blend of beloved classics and contemporary gems, offering something for everyone….
Bestselling writer Lindy West and democracy policy expert Meagan Hatcher-Mays are two Award-Winning Best Friends From High School (Most Likely To Make You Laugh in their high school senior poll – sorry to intimidate you!). Each week, Lindy and Meagan hilariously digest what’s going on in the news, their lives and their text threads with…
No Place To Grow Old is a powerful exploration of the rising crisis of senior homelessness in Portland, Oregon. The film uncovers the systemic challenges and deeply personal stories of those with no place to call home. Hosted by nonprofits Humans For Housing (who produced the film), New Narrative, and HereTogether, this showing will be…
Join Metropolitan Youth Symphony for a special Community Concert, featuring the following MYS ensembles: Portland Overture Strings Interlude Orchestra Portland Chamber Strings Sinfonietta Orchestra Now in its 50th anniversary season, Metropolitan Youth Symphony celebrates its mission to educate, develop, and promote young musicians (6-18 years old) at all musical levels and from all backgrounds. With…
Interviews, reenactments, and animations tell the story of the Buffalo Soldiers — Black army regiments, formed after the Civil War, that played pivotal roles in the settling of the American West. A number of the soldiers featured have strong ties to the Pacific Northwest – specifically Vancouver, Washington. These soldiers fought bravely around the world…
Dirk and Amelia Powell are a daughter/father duo from Southwest Louisiana. Dirk is regarded as a champion of rural Americana, with a focus on his Appalachian heritage and his Cajun home. His emotional recordings have inspired a new generation of roots musicians and his original song “Waterbound” has been recorded over 100 times. Dirk has worked extensively…
Both Caroline Shaw and Gabriel Kahane are respected as performers and contemporary composers whose work exists at the intersection of art and social practice. Now, the two embark on their first large-scale collaboration after working together for more than a decade. Hexagons is a new work, co-commissioned by the Oregon Symphony, inspired by the magical realism…
Music Time proudly presents Save the LP: a Record Show by day and a rare live recording Benefit Concert by night featuring Grammy Award winning, Portugal. The Man. Ticket sales of both shows will benefit the Frances Changed My Life Cause. Welcome to the first Save the LP Record Show in Beaverton at The Reser…
An Unforgettable Live Recording Experience and Benefit Concert Featuring: Grammy Award Winning Portugal. The Man. Join us for an intimate evening with Grammy award winning Portugal. The Man. This one-night-only experience features a special live recording and an opportunity to come together as a community to support a vital cause, Frances Changed My Life. All…
Casey Bozell & Peter Frajola Soloists Orchestra Nova Northwest presents a fascinating and engaging program featuring a dynamic work by Anna Clyne that draws inspiration and its title from Audre Lorde’s poem A Woman Speaks, J.S. Bach’s exquisite masterpiece Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor, and Igor Stravinsky’s iconic neoclassic ballet music for Pulcinella created from, and written…
Oregon International Ballet Academy revives its highly acclaimed Nutcracker production! OIBA’s Nutcracker offers a unique and seamless integration of charming and joyful performances by student dancers with stunning appearances from the school’s top performers and surprise guest artists. The result is a high-quality, cohesive, and exhilarating experience that delivers a heaping portion of holiday magic!…
The Curio: Presented by Beaverton Arts Market Saturday, November 30 | 12 pm – 6 pm FREE & Open to the public (no tickets necessary). Who needs Black Friday or Cyber Monday when you can Shop Local at The Reser this year. Looking for that perfect something for a friend or family member this gifting…
Michael Allen Harrison brings his famous “Christmas at The Old Church” holiday show to Beaverton. To the delight of many in our community Michael has decided to take his show on the road and The Patricia Reser Performing Arts is one of his favorite venues. Michael is always joined by his friend and legendary singer Julianne…
National Geographic Live brings you behind-the-scenes stories and unforgettable imagery from world-renowned photographers, scientists, filmmakers, and adventurers—live on stage. Descend 7,000 feet below ground to witness what few have ever seen along with photographer and National Geographic Explorer Robbie Shone. For more than two decades, he has traveled to remote regions to illuminate and document…
The Curio: Presented by Beaverton Arts Market Friday, December 06 | 6 – 9 pm FREE & Open to the public (no tickets necessary). For those who are eager to learn what makes artists tick while exploring a collection of artworks, we have the perfect opportunity for you! Join The Reser during the December Art…
Kalani is a singer of power, sensitivity, and charisma—one of the most exceptional talents in a new generation of Hawaiian musicians. He has won three Grammy Awards for Best Regional Roots album for his three releases, and the only Hawaiian artist to win in this category. Kalani made Hawaiian music history when his first album…
Multi-instrumentalist, soul musician and force-for-good Ron Artis II makes his return to The Reser in a special performance just before the holidays. This year he is bringing some talented friends and surprise guests to play alongside him and contribute to the bombastic sound of his unique blend of soul and rock. Ron’s mainstage show will…
A HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA FEATURING TONY STARLIGHT, THE ALL-STAR HORNS, AND GUEST VOCALISTS BARBARA AYARS AND THEA ENOS “It’s a Tony Starlight Christmas” has been a Pacific Northwest holiday tradition for the last sixteen years, and this December it is being performed exclusively on the stage of Patricia Reser Center for the Arts in Beaverton. Tony’s…
Celebrate 24 years of Christmas tradition with Concert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer! Rock the Holidays is a high-energy blend of Christmas favorites and Rock-n-Roll classics. Exhilarating performances by Aaron’s virtuosic band will lift your spirits with an infusion of modern sounds in the Concert Rock style. Guest performers include the Concert Rock String Quartet, student…
Get ready for a night of music, art, and nostalgia at Snowcase Showcase! Featuring stellar performances by Arts for Learning NW’s Roster Artists and a youth band brought to you by Friends of Noise, this 80s Prom-themed variety show promises fun, flair, and unforgettable entertainment. Come dressed in your best 80s attire and enjoy live…
The Klezmatics are internationally-renowned world music superstars—and the only Klezmer band to ever win a Grammy Award. The Klezmatics emerged out of the vibrant cultural scene of New York City’s East Village in 1986, with klezmer steeped in Eastern European Jewish tradition and spirituality, while incorporating contemporary Arab, African, Latin, Balkan, jazz, and punk musical…
One of the most recognized and beloved American storytellers, Ari Shapiro (NPR, Pink Martini) returns to the stage with a new cabaret solo show. Hilarious, moving, and uplifting, Thank You For Listening adapts tales from Shapiro’s best-selling memoir The Best Strangers in the World into an evening of stories and songs about the power of…
Be mesmerized by the GRAMMY-nominated acapella group Kings Return in their upcoming holiday show. Based in Dallas, this quartet effortlessly blends gospel, jazz, R&B, and classical music into their unique renditions of holiday favorites. Known for their seamless harmonies and captivating vocal chemistry, Kings Return has garnered comparisons to iconic acts like Take 6 and…
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…
Tomáseen Foley’s A Celtic Christmas recreates the joy and innocence of a night before Christmas in a remote farmhouse in the parish of Teampall an Ghleanntáin in the west of Ireland—when the neighboring families gather around the fire to grace the wintry night with the haunting melodies of traditional Irish Christmas carols to raise the rafters…
Join Portland’s Chamber Orchestra as we celebrate the city’s love for unique immersive experiences — especially when our tastebuds are involved! This concert is an intimate partnership with local mixologists to provide a cross-sensory experience between taste and sound. Come enjoy a colorful menu of musical selections. Then, join us after the show for specially…
We are excited to invite families with young children to ring in the New Year at The Reser! Join us on December 31st from 11am – 2pm, for live musical performances by DJ OG ONE, Youth Music Project, and Idris Goodwin. Activities include a photo booth, art-making activities, an interactive LED screen “Virror,” and a…