Audition Intensive – Skills November 10 & 11 9 am – 4 pm Ages 10-14 Learn how to audition like the pros! On the first day, you’ll learn how to…
Magic Stage November 10-11 9 am-4 pm Ages 6-10 Enter the magical, mystical world of dramatic arts where you have the power to transform into anything you desire. Want to…
Comedy Sketches November 10 & 11, 1-4pm Ages 10-14 Live from Portland, it’s NWCT! In this Skills Camp, students will play wacky characters, explore absurd situations, and learn the key…
American Strings: An Evening with Rickie Lee Jones Musician and Storyteller Rickie Lee Jones has been inspiring pop culture for decades, beginning with her first two seminal albums, Rickie Lee Jones and Pirates….
Third Angle and Patricia Reser Center for the Arts co-present Caroline Shaw and Sō Percussion as they perform music from their recent album Let the Soil Play Its Simple Part….
Ka Lei Haliʻa O Ka Lokelani Presents 12th Annual E Ala E Hula Exhibition Hoʻoulu Lāhui To Grow. To Preserve. To Sustain. Ka Lei Haliʻa O Ka Lokelani, a local…
The Reser is excited to welcome Watkins Family Hour. Watkins Family Hour is a collaborative musical project founded by musicians and siblings Sara Watkins and Sean Watkins and traditionally held at…
The SixTripleEight – No Mail, Low Morale The SixTripleEight documentary film tells the story of the only all-black female Women’s Army Corps (WACs) battalion to serve overseas during WWII. In…
Young Artists Debut! Concerto Concert The Young Artists Debut! Concerto Concert Winners will make their debut on Friday, November 18, 2022, accompanied by musicians from the Oregon Symphony and Oregon…
Red Thread: Green Earth – All Ages Performative Storytime | Saturday, November 19th | 11:30 am Introducing The Reser’s first ever, all-ages sensory Storytime. Writer Ni Abioto engages audiences in a performative…
Michael Allen Harrison Brings his famous Christmas At The Old Church Show To The Reser. Michael’s Christmas show is one of the most beloved traditions every holiday season. The show is…
The Big Horn Brass Christmas concert has been a community favorite for many years! This year’s concert is themed “Welcome Christmas” and begins with the St Matthew Exaltation Handbells under…
Red Thread: Green Earth – Artist Talk & Film Screening | Wednesday, November 30th | 6:30 pm Calling on the spirit of their muse, creatives Midnite, Intisar, Median, Dr. Wood Chopper,…
Join us as we celebrate 15 years of 45th Parallel Universe performances with our debut at the Reser Center! Drawn from the Oregon Symphony, the virtuosos of 45th Parallel seek…
First Friday – Red Thread: Green Earth | Friday, December 2nd | 6 – 9 pm Presenting a dynamic and culturally transformative body of work from Studio Abioto, Red Thread:…
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…
ISing Choir Yearning for Christmas At a time when there is such a desire to “get back to normal,” coming out of the global pandemic, we yearn for the Christmas…
Ron Artis II Ron Artis II is a multi-instrumentalist who grew up in Hawaii among an exceptionally musical family. The second oldest of 10 other siblings, Ron was surrounded by…
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…
Weston Kia and Lewis Audio Video Present Concert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer Rock The Holidays!! Concert Rock Violinist Aaron Meyer brings familiar holiday songs as well as classical pieces to…
Anonymous Theatre’s Fezziwig’s Fortune by Josie Seid and Sara Jean Accuardi. Written by local playwrights Josie Seid and Sara Jean Accuardi, this world-premiere play lifts Mr. Fezziwig from the pages…
We are monitoring the weather forecast closely. As of now, The Reser Presents performance of Mark O’Connor’s Appalachian Christmas will go on as scheduled Friday, December 23. Weather conditions are evaluated…
Wizard School December 27 – 30 9am – 4pm Ages 10 – 14 Wizards, witches, elves, and giants unite! Join us at Northwest Children’s Theater School of Witchcraft and Wizardry…
Stranger Things: In the Upside Down December 27 – 30 9 am – 4 pm Ages 10 – 14 Back by popular demand! Something seems a bit off in Hawkins,…
Wizard School December 27 – 30 9am – 4pm Ages 10 – 14 Wizards, witches, elves, and giants unite! Join us at Northwest Children’s Theater School of Witchcraft and Wizardry…
Stranger Things: In the Upside Down December 27 – 30 9 am – 4 pm Ages 10 – 14 Back by popular demand! Something seems a bit off in Hawkins,…
Wizard School December 27 – 30 9am – 4pm Ages 10 – 14 Wizards, witches, elves, and giants unite! Join us at Northwest Children’s Theater School of Witchcraft and Wizardry…
Stranger Things: In the Upside Down December 27 – 30 9 am – 4 pm Ages 10 – 14 Back by popular demand! Something seems a bit off in Hawkins,…
Wizard School December 27 – 30 9am – 4pm Ages 10 – 14 Wizards, witches, elves, and giants unite! Join us at Northwest Children’s Theater School of Witchcraft and Wizardry…
Stranger Things: In the Upside Down December 27 – 30 9 am – 4 pm Ages 10 – 14 Back by popular demand! Something seems a bit off in Hawkins,…
Red Thread: Green Earth – Midnite Seeds | Friday, January 6th | 6 – 9 pm Celebrating the new year with the exhibit Red Thread, Green Earth, the Abioto family…
Celebrate With Pops – Live in Oregon On January 13th at 7:00 pm, come see Pops Fernandez Live at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, a spectacular new and…
My Words Are My Sword Music Drama for actor and orchestra…a fusion of hip-hop, jazz, and classical styles Text by Darius Wallace Music Composed by Jasnam Daya Singh The PCO,…
FRANCK Prelude, Fugue, and Variation in B Minor, op. 18, FWV 30 CHOPIN Ballade No. 4 in F Minor, op. 52 MEDTNER Sonata No. 7, op. 25, The Night Wind…
The Blind Boys of Alabama have the rare distinction of being recognized around the world as both living legends and modern-day innovators. They are not just gospel singers borrowing from…
THE PCSO SPECTACULAR AT THE RESER Steven Byess, conductor Alexander Markov, violin Jimmie Herrod, special guest vocalist A knockout concert event featuring virtuoso soloist Alexander Markov and Special Guest Jimmie…
Freely crossing the boundaries between classical, jazz, rock, world, and experimental music, this eclectic six-member ensemble has consistently forged a distinct category-defying identity, taking music into uncharted territories for the…
International Guitar Night is the world’s premier touring guitar festival, each show bringing together the most exciting and innovative acoustic guitarists to exchange musical ideas in a public concert setting….
Come celebrate the creativity of our newest exhibition, a community is a small town. Artists and their supportive studios will be in attendance to talk about the work and share small…
Edna Vazquez is a fearless artist, and songwriter whose powerful voice and musical talent transcend the boundaries of language with songs deeply rooted in universal human emotion. She has traveled…
Beaverton City Library Presents: An Evening with Author Dawnie Walton This event is FREE and open to the public. Reserved tickets are required. What if all of Beaverton read the…
Being famous is sometimes a burning desire from a young age. And sometimes, it’s an accident. In either case, fame teaches you things—about yourself, about hard work, about enjoyment, about…
Built Oregon presents PitchBlack 2023 Elevating, amplifying, and supporting Black businesses The PitchBlack pitch competition gives Black entrepreneurs a platform to connect with the broader startup ecosystem — while also…
White Bird returns for its second season presenting at the beautiful Patricia Reser Center for the Arts in Beaverton with Trinity Irish Dance Company. Last seen with White Bird over…
Pairings & Pages Sponsored by the Library Foundation of Washington County Friday, February 10, 2023 6:30 to 8:30 pm Patricia Reser Center for the Arts | The Lab, Floor 2…
Listening to beautiful music, falling in love and eating really good chocolate create intense feelings of pleasure – but why? OHSU neuroscientist Larry Sherman, Ph.D., joined by the Portland Chamber…
Bill Frisell Four featuring Gerald Clayton, Gregory Tardy, Rudy Royston. Presented by PDX Jazz Bill Frisell’s career as a guitarist and composer has spanned more than 40 years and many…
American Strings: An Evening with Guy Davis. Hosted by Bob Santelli, rock historian and Oregon State University’s director of popular music and performing arts, the American Strings series brings musicians…
Discovering personal narratives and artistic styles takes years of practice and dedication. Deciding what colors to select, how to organize compositions, and intentionally making marks to convey one’s concepts is…
An Evening with MEKLIT Featuring: Colin Douglas drumkit, Sam Bevan bass, Kibrom Birhane keys, Howard Wiley tenor saxophone Meklit is an Ethio-American vocalist, composer, and cultural activist, making music that sways between cultures and continents. She…
We are looking forward to a full night of love songs and inspiration from the multi-platinum, award-winning recording artist, songwriter, and performer, David Pomeranz. He is coming for a post-valentines…
This weekend’s performances of ‘Illum’ will go on as scheduled. Please visit push/FOLD‘s website for more details: https://www.pushfold.org/events/2023/illum-world-premiere For any patrons who have purchased an in-person ticket and cannot attend…
We heard you loud and clear – you would love to see and buy more art! During our First Friday gallery engagements, The Reser provides opportunities for local artists to sell small…
Ten-year-old Belinda loves to tell stories, but when she’s in the basement preparing for a party upstairs, she’ll have to get creative. Using everyday objects like teapots and napkins, Belinda…
Dreamers’ Circus is in the forefront of the Nordic folk and world music scene. Frequent collaborators with the Danish String Quartet and the Copenhagen Philharmonic, Dreamers’ Circus is composed of Nikolaj…
Sounding the Night Sky – a multimedia concert with the PSU Wind Symphony, School of Film, and Theater Arts Experience this bold, collaborative multimedia concert with the PSU School of…
Latin Grammy® nominee Gina Chavez blends the sounds of the Americas with tension and grace. A 13-time Austin Music Award winner and Austin Musician of the Year, she and her…
Mayor Lacey Beaty will host the 2023 State of the City starting at 6:00 p.m. on March 13 at the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts here in Beaverton. From…
NW Dance Project presents Common Ground / Contemporary Dance / Program includes Yin Yue’s Common Ground, a World Premiere from Artistic Director Sarah Slipper, and a World Premiere from acclaimed…
INSIGHTS PROGRAMMING: Artist Talk with Alicia Decker & Elissa Breitbard of Lu Kynn Wednesday, March 22 | 6:30 PM – 8 PM Using communally sourced “end use” fashion and fabric…
“A pianist full of fire and warmth” (Plain-Dealer), Daria Rabotkina takes to The Reser stage for a picturesque program inspired by art and literature. The central movement of Granados’s Goyescas…
We, the Portland Gay Men’s Chorus, loudly proclaim that all people have the right to lead lives of freedom, peace, and joy. In these tumultuous times, The Body Electric honors our communities’ never-ending crusade…
Giants Beware March 27 – 31 Ages: 6-9 years Fee-fi-fo-fum, watch out giants, here we come! The herald’s horn summons royal heroes from across the land. Princes, princesses, royal jesters,…
Monty Python’s Holy Grail March 27 – 31 Ages: 10-14 years King of the Britons, is seeking the most worthy of knights to join the quest for the Holy Grail….
Wooing Red Riding Hood March 27 – 31 Ages: 7 – 11 years Back in the kingdom of Wychwood-under-Ooze, Wise Prince Jason, Strong Prince Justin, and Loud Prince Frank all…
Pet Detectives March 27 – 31 Ages: 6 – 9 years Calling all private eyes and their pets! Your animal instincts are needed to help crack codes, detect clues, and…
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 Meet “bestus friends” Gerald the…
Insights Programming Altered Terrain Artist Talk with Michael Boonstra & Christine Bourdette The Insights gallery artist talk series continues this month with an intimate discussion of Michael Boonstra and Christine…
Altered Terrain Opening Reception & First Friday March 15 – May 10 Join artists Michael Boonstra and Christine Bourdette as we celebrate the beauty and awe of their newest exhibition,…
Join composer/vocalist Shara Nova and musicians of the Oregon Symphony as they explore memories of childhood, war, love, and loss in an intimate and personal concert. Described as “a gorgeous…
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…
I Am An American – Live Stories of Exclusion and Belonging In celebration of the diversity brought to our country by Americans of Asian ancestry, we at The Immigrant Story…
Seffarine takes its name from the ancient metalworking souq in Fes, Morocco, birthplace of vocalist Lamiae Naki, which is famous for the complex rhythms that ring out from the blacksmiths’…
Departures: A community workshop with Lu Kynn Saturday, April 22 | 1 – 3 pm Lu Kynn artists Elissa Breitbard and Alicia Decker welcome participants to the art of sustainable…