First Friday: Endless Pigeons Debut September 01 | 6 – 9 pm Celebrating her new bronze sculpture, Endless Pigeons, Malia Jensen welcomes all to participate in the act and art…
We need 1,000 people to step up every day to keep our community’s blood supply at safe and reliable levels. The days may be getting shorter and the nights colder,…
Walking With Giants A world premiere by composer Nicole Buetti Popular local ensemble Big Horn Brass approaches their 40th anniversary under the artistic direction of founder Andrew Harris by commissioning…
Al Stewart with his Band The Empty Pockets After Al’s US tour in 2019 with his band The Empty Pockets, he spent most of 2020 and 2021 sidelined due to…
Artist Talk: Malia Jensen Thursday, September 21 6:30 – 8:00 pm Malia Jensen’s public-facing sculpture, Endless Pigeons, provides an urbane and humorous conversation on the sacred nature of both monuments…
Love in Exile is the trio of Arooj Aftab, Vijay Iyer, and Shahzad Ismaily — three of the most innovative composers and music-makers of today. Together, they create lush, haunting…
The three-time Grammy-nominated Afro-Caribbean music group Tiempo Libre is one of the hottest Latin bands today. Equally at home in concert halls, jazz clubs, festival stages, and dance venues, Tiempo Libre…
British pianist Mishka Rushdie Momen, a rising star known for her refined and expressive playing, will make her Portland debut in recitals presented by Portland Piano International (PPI). Lauded as…
Be sure to take your seat(s) EARLY! Recorded music, a slide show, LIVE boogie-woogie on the piano, and a dance number to the song SEPTEMBER will all take place between…
Saturday, September 30, 2023, 11 am – 2 pm. FREE. No tickets are required for entry. Schedule & Map Flyer Musical Playground is a FREE, fun, interactive event for families…
First Friday: Artist Demos Friday, October 06 6 – 9 pm Artist Demonstration 7 – 8 pm Local artists Karl LeClair and Miroslav Lovric have many visual stories to tell…
Since its inception in the 1960s with pioneers like Steve Reich and Meredith Monk, minimalism has become one of the most influential forces in contemporary music – and indeed, the…
The Lobby opens at 6:30 pm. The theater doors open at 7:30 pm. All Ages are welcome. Back by overwhelming popular demand! After a sold-out appearance at The Old Church…
Artist Talk: Karl LeClair and Miroslav Lovric Saturday, October 14 1:00 – 2:30 pm Sharing personal histories and what led them to a life in the arts, artists Karl LeClair…
Student tickets $5, to purchase please contact The Reser Box Office – boxoffice@thereser.org,(971) 501-7722. Add 8 or more tickets to your cart for a 20% group discount on Standard tickets….
Oregon Repertory Singers opens its 50th Anniversary Season with Sergei Rachmaninoff’s world-famous All-Night Vigil. Considered “among the most beautiful of all works for unaccompanied chorus” and “the greatest musical achievement…
Oregon Repertory Singers opens its 50th Anniversary Season with Sergei Rachmaninoff’s world-famous All-Night Vigil. Considered “among the most beautiful of all works for unaccompanied chorus” and “the greatest musical achievement…
An international celebration of women’s voices, Lyric and Spirit brings together female singers from around the world. Honoring the amazing variety and quality of female vocalists, the inaugural tour features…
The vibrant celebration of Dia de Los Muertos hits the stage with Jarabe Mexicano in concert! This extraordinary ensemble ignites the atmosphere with the rich and cultural sounds of Mexican music…
Grand Diwali Musical 2.0 is here to light up your festive season! Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and celebration at the Patricia Reser Center for the…
Looking for a thoughtful, handmade gift this giving season? The Small Wonders: Exhibition & Sale at The Reser has a terrific display of work by regional creatives and is the…
Prepare to embark on a remarkable musical journey at the Beaverton Symphony Orchestra’s highly anticipated opening concert for the 2023-2024 40th Season. This monumental event celebrates four decades of musical…
Three-time Emmy winners and two-time Latin Grammy winners Lucky Diaz and the Family Jam Band have been crowned the very first Americans to ever win a Latin Grammy in the…
We have added a second performance of Och & Oy! A Considered Cabaret on Sunday, November 5 at 7 pm. Alan Cumming (Cabaret, The Good Wife) and Ari Shapiro (NPR’s…
The Dalí Quartet is acclaimed for bringing Latin American quartet repertoire to an equal standing alongside the Classical and Romantic canon. The Dalí Quartet was the recipient of the 2021…
How to Talk to a Human In this innovative and timely talk, Abumrad explores the art of conversation. For the last year, he’s been deep diving into the art of…
Winner of the 2019 Latin Grammy Award for Best New Artist, Nella brings her powerhouse voice and undeniable presence to The Reser for a special concert. Merging the folkloric roots…
One of the most lyrical and intimate voices of contemporary jazz piano, Brad Mehldau has forged a unique path, which embodies the essence of jazz exploration, classical romanticism and pop allure. From…
Issho: Rhythm Connection is Portland Taiko’s first major theater production since 2019. After spending much of the last three years in virtual rehearsals and outdoor performances, the members of Portland…
Claire Phillips: The Manila Mata Hari Free-spirited stage actress and singer Claire Phillips never achieved stardom on the silver screen. But the real-life role she played as a glamorous nightclub…
Hosted by Bob Santelli, rock historian and Oregon State University’s director of popular music and performing arts, the American Strings series brings musicians from around the Americas for an in-depth…
Haley Reinhart has one of those timeless voices that outlasts eras—one that would have felt as at home in the 1960s as it does in the TikTok age, and one…
Oregon International Ballet Academy kicks off the holiday season with their highly acclaimed rendition of The Nutcracker in two performances at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts. A beloved…
Looking for a thoughtful, handmade gift this giving season? The Small Wonders: Exhibition & Sale at The Reser has a terrific display of work by regional creatives and is the…
Michael Allen Harrison’s Christmas at The Reser! Michael’s show is one of the most beloved traditions every holiday season. To the delight of many in our community, Michael has decided…
Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber and U.S. Bank invite you to join us for a special community screening of the documentary film, Translators, the untold story of children who give a voice…
Special Guests: Lindy West, Camille Dungy, and Margo Cilker Live Wire Radio is an independently produced radio show based in Portland, Oregon. Hosted by Luke Burbank and announced by Elena…
Looking for a thoughtful, handmade gift this giving season? The Small Wonders: Exhibition & Sale at The Reser has a terrific display of work by regional creatives and is the place to shop…
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 3 Grammy Awards for Best…
The Big Horn Brass Holiday concert has been a community favorite for many years! This year’s concert is themed The Night Before Christmas, and begins with a performance of the…
Boris Giltburg, whose “pianism is ideally suited to late Beethoven … enormously pleasurable and revelatory” (BBC Music Magazine), opens his PPI recitals with the composer’s lyrically rhapsodic Sonata No. 31…
The Klezmatics are globally renowned world music superstars — and the only klezmer band to win a Grammy Award. The Klezmatics emerged out of the vibrant cultural scene of New…
Grammy-winning composer and fiddler Mark O’Connor has created several arrangements of Christmas classics and fashions a wondrous mixture of both instrumental and vocal music in bluegrass and other American music…
Two performances! Friday, December 8 at 3 PM & 7:30 PM. Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss… Grab your teacups! Combining British propriety with an unabashed love…
ISing Choir will perform some of the most marvelously festive music of the season under the direction of Stephen Galván. The concert will feature the music of Johann Sebastian Bach,…
Rock The Holidays with Aaron Meyer! Lift your spirits with this high energy blend of holiday tradition and rock-n-roll favorites. Concert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer celebrates classical music with an exhilarating…
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…
The Pacific Northwest’s “premiere alt-classical ensemble” will be joined by vocalist Saeeda Wright for a unique twist on a traditional holiday concert, promising to be a “perfect celebration of the…
Ages 6 – 12 December 26 – 29, 9am – 4pm Wizards, witches, elves, and giants unite! Join Northwest Children’s Theater’s School of Witchcraft and Wizardry for four days of…
Ages 10 – 14 December 26 – 29, 9am – 4pm The small town of Riverdale may seem perfect on the outside, but underneath the surface something wicked is brewing….
Party with the Portland Chamber Orchestra like it’s 1899! We celebrate the end of the year, Viennese style, with an evening filled with dancing, music, and merriment as conductor Nicholas…
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…
Emerging artists from around the state spark creative conversation in a diverse range of concepts, media, and stylistic explorations. Come join The Reser as we ring in the new year…
Portland Youth Philharmonic’s advanced chamber orchestra – Camerata PYP – invites you to celebrate the new year with them at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts where you can…
Project Prelude celebrates the winter season with a lively selection of chamber music, featuring members, alumni, and friends of Project Prelude. Highlighting captivating works interweaving delightful melodies and textures, the…
BERG Sonata, op. 1 SCHUBERT Sonata in A Major, D. 664 — Intermission — BEETHOVEN Diabelli Variations, op. 120 One of the piano world’s rising stars, praised for “brave, original…
In a historic first, push/FOLD and the Portland Symphonic Choir team up to bring to you the world-premiere of ‘Vespers’! From award-winning composer and choreographer Samuel Hobbs (push/FOLD) and choral…
Acclaimed author and music writer Alex Ross joins the virtuosos of 45th Parallel for an evening of words and music, a unique concert experience that will entertain, edify, enlighten, and exhilarate!…
The PCSO Spectacular is a one-of-a-kind musical event that defies categorization. Envisioned as a celebration of both virtuosity and versatility, our spectacular brand of musical party invites everyone to enjoy stellar…
THE SPACE RACE weaves together the stories of Black astronauts seeking to break the bonds of social injustice to reach for the stars, including Guion Bluford, Ed Dwight and Charles…
The Reser is excited to present a brand new musical, NORTH. With a powerful original score filled with jazz and Black roots music, this theatrical production is an uplifting story set…
All tickets purchased for the original (1.13.24) performance date have been reissued with the current rescheduled performance date of 2.4.24. You may discard the January ticket. For ticket inquiries, please…
A “pianist of sterling artistry” (Gramophone) capable of “transmitting in every note a surprising calm and beauty” (Ear Relevant), Grammy Award-winner Michelle Cann makes her PPI debut with a program…
The PitchBlack pitch competition gives Black entrepreneurs a platform to connect with the broader startup ecosystem — while also awarding them with cash prizes to help their concepts flourish. Last…
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 Jamie Ford, author…
For the 24th annual tour, Brian Gore has assembled a lineup of three IGN favorites and an exciting newcomer. LUCA STRICAGNOLI (Italy), the amazing acoustic rock interpreter, will be returning for the…
Please join us for the Second Pairings & Pages event at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts in Beaverton. The 2023 event was so popular that we are hosting…
Katie Harman, Miss America 2002 with a prominent career in opera, musical theater, and television, makes her concert debut at The Reser with Bring My Crown! Miss America Sings Broadway. A…
Formed in 2006 by first prize laureates of the Sphinx Competition, the Harlem Quartet strives to advance diversity in classical music while engaging new audiences with varied repertoire that includes…
For two shows only, The Reser and the Red Door Project present The Evolve Experience, an award-winning series of monologues that inspire true dialogue. Afterward, a chance to reflect together to deepen perspective…
The Triplets of Belleville Cine-Concert Benoit Charest, Composer-Conductor In 2003, the animated French feature The Triplets of Belleville swept the globe, raking up dozens of awards and nominations—not to mention…
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,…
Choral Arts Ensemble welcomes the Sunnyside Symphony Orchestra for a special performance of Beethoven’s colossal Mass in C major. Inhabiting the dramatic world of the symphony, this beautiful Mass is…
The City of Beaverton is excited to invite community members to save the date for its annual State of the City address. This year’s in-person evening event is happening Monday,…
Northwest Children’s Theater’s Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!” Written by Mo Willems, Music by Deborah Wicks La Puma Most enjoyed by ages 3 and up If you have…
To experience Time for Three live is to hear the various eras, styles, and traditions of Western music fold in on themselves and emerge anew in charismatic and energetic performances….
Celebrate the Beaverton Symphony’s 40th anniversary by welcoming Music Director finalist Pierre Chevalier and violinist Nelly Kovalev for the Spring Concert. The program includes Rossini’s Overture from “The Italian in…
Taking our inspiration from the world around us, PCSO features Concertmaster Casey Bozell in a sublime work by 20th Century English composer Ralph Vaughan Williams. The program includes the evocative Yakona by Sara…
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…
How do we transform and transcend loss as we grieve? The violinist and composer Curtis Stewart spent four years caring for his cancer-stricken mother, a composer and violinist herself. His latest…
Follow the yellow brick road… all the way down the rabbit hole!? Your favorite magical worlds collide in this madcap Explore Camp. Get ready to climb a beanstalk, swim with…
Second star to the right and straight on ’til morning! Take flight with Peter Pan and friends as they explore Mermaids’ Lagoon, hunt for Neverbirds, and battle with the dastardly…
Have fun storming the castle! Take to the stage and bring to life this classic tale of adventure, true love, revenge, giants, miracles, pirates, and Rodents of Unusual Size. Anybody…
Robox worlds come to life in this Explore Camp! Become an Anime champion, adopt some seriously cute critters, or go on an underwater adventure. When you’re in the creative seat…
In partnership with the award-winning vocal group Resonance Ensemble, we present a concert of community singing and music that aspires to make the world a better place for all featuring…
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…
Grammy-winning Alphabet Rockers make music that makes change. Led by Kaitlin McGaw (she/her) and Tommy Shepherd (he/him), they create brave spaces to shape a more equitable world through hip hop….
Pamyua, Alaska’s most famous Inuit band, is bringing Indigenous culture and music to the forefront of entertainment. The group’s compelling performances blend traditional Inuit drum/dance melodies and songs of their…
Founded at a time when chamber music was largely centered on long-established, Western European traditions, Kronos has been at the forefront of revolutionizing the string quartet into a living art…
MacArthur Fellow and Grammy Award-winning mandolinist, singer, songwriter Chris Thile, who the Guardian calls “that rare being: an all-round musician who can settle into any style, from bluegrass to classical,” and NPR…
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…
Sold Out! Rhiannon Giddens has made a singular, iconic career out of stretching her brand of folk music, with its miles-deep historical roots and contemporary sensibilities, into just about every…
COME EARLY for pre-concert performances in the lobby at 6:30 pm! April 19 & 20: Catch young musicians + dancers from BodyVox’s Junior Artist Generator (JAG). A wildly entertaining fusion…
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…
Oregon Repertory Singers and Youth Choir join with Portland Youth Philharmonic for a profound reflection on life, meaning, and the search for light in the darkest of times with two…
Join us for the launch of Dance for PD® at The Reser! This research-backed global program is designed for people living with Parkinson’s but benefits anyone with mobility challenges. No…
Learn about the candidates running to represent you! This is your opportunity to hear directly from the candidates running for office and express your concerns, ask questions, and let them…
The public is invited to join the festivities as we celebrate our first ever large-scale “printstallation”, Across Oceans by Portland artist Kanani Miyamoto. Blending Eastern art aesthetics and techniques with…
Born and raised east of the Los Angeles River, Las Cafeteras are remixing roots music as modern-day troubadours. They are a sonic explosion of Afro-Mexican rhythms, electronic beats, and powerful…
Join parents and caregivers from around Washington County for a day of connection, information, support, and resources. Ask your questions directly to a panel of local mental health professionals, hear…
6:30 – 7pm | Arrive early to see prelude performances featuring Hailey Youn, Music4Harmony String Quartet, and the University of Oregon Graduate Sax Quartet. After nearly a decade of musical…
This class has been rescheduled for Sunday, May 5 at 10am. We apologize for any inconvenience this schedule change may cause. If you are unable to attend on the new…
Join us for the launch of Dance for PD® at The Reser! This research-backed global program is designed for people living with Parkinson’s but benefits anyone with mobility concerns. No…
A celebrated pianist of “breathtaking charisma” (Philadelphia Inquirer) and “uncommon sensitivity” (New Yorker), Inon Barnatan brings Portland Piano International’s season to a close with a program of mesmerizing music by…
Oregon Symphonic Band presents: Let’s Dance Wednesday, May 8, 2024, 7:30 pm Choreography, Robert Sheldon Suite of Old American Dances, Robert Russell Bennett Pavanne, Morton Gould Danza Final (Malambo), Alberto Ginastera (arr. David John)…
Portland-based artist Kanani Miyamoto’s Across Oceans, a site-specific “printstallation,” combines traditional printmaking practices, Eastern art aesthetics, Hawaiian philosophy, and stylized imagery to create beautiful images that celebrate our common connections….
I Am An American Live: Stories of Exclusion and Belonging In observance of Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we at The Immigrant Story invite you to…
The Mother and Child Union: A Musical, Poetic, and Neuroscientific Journey Dr. Larry Sherman, narrator/host Naomi LaViolette, singer-songwriter Julian Kuerti, conductor Portland Chamber Orchestra Program: Including the music of Paul Simon, Schumann,…
Mondays, April 29, May 6, 13 & 20 10 am-11 am in The Lab. In class, teaching artists integrate movement from a diverse variety of dance and movement styles, including…
Mokuhanga, or woodblock printing, is a Japanese printmaking technique that has been used by artists for centuries. Artist Kanani Miyamoto employs Mokuhanga and other techniques to create her beautiful wheat…
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,…
Ignite creativity by supporting young artists! Join Cognizart for a vibrant celebration of artistic talent featuring thirteen exceptional Young Artists Debut! Winners! An inspiring Visual Artists Gallery will open at…
Beloved local legend China Forbes, the glamorous voice of Portland’s own world-famous “little orchestra” Pink Martini, is celebrating the release of her brand-new solo album “The Road” with a rare…
In class, teaching artists integrate movement from a diverse variety of dance and movement styles, including choreographic repertory, to engage participants’ minds and bodies and create an enjoyable, social environment…
Join Project Prelude for an eclectic program celebrating the organization’s past, present, and future. Lauded as a “visionary” artist (Oregon ArtsWatch), violinist Raúl Gómez-Rojas—Music Director of Project Prelude’s founding partner,…
Oregon Ballet Theatre introduces OBT by Design, showcasing the choreographic talents of our company dancers as they collaborate with OBT2, our youth company. In this inaugural performance, witness a unique…
Join us for Shine the Light, a free, community open house and celebration! This family day will include art appreciation, theater and art activities, and fantastic performances featuring many beloved…
Mondays, June 3, 10, 17, 24 4 pm in The Lab. Stories we hear and tell can have a profound impact upon our mental, emotional, and physical health. The unique…
You’re invited to join Washington County Kids as we celebrate progress made on our mission: To increase access to quality out-of-school-time programs that equip Washington County children and youth for…
Join us at The Reser on June 7th from 6-9pm for our First Friday event, Get Your Art On! Visitors of all ages will have the opportunity to participate in…
Ballet Folklorico Academia Gabriela presents Florecer, which will give audience members a taste of Mexico’s history and historical landmarks through beautiful visuals, music, and costumes. Florecer will take you on…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…