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….
Ticket prices are $14.50 – $54.50 or pay what you will with a $10 suggested minimum donation. 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…
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…
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…
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…