2024–25 Season Brochure – Patricia Reser Center for the Arts by Patricia Reser Center for the Arts

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

A MESSAGE FROM OUR CHAIR

A MESSAGE FROM OUR DIRECTOR

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

We want to acknowledge the people on whose land we live—the Atfalati-Kalapuyans, also known as the Tualatin Band of Kalapuyans—as the first inhabitants of Washington County. We are grateful for this Kalapuyan land. Today their descendants are tribal members of Grand Ronde and Siletz tribes, carrying on the traditions and cultures of their ancestors. We acknowledge and express gratitude for the ancestors of this place and recognize that we are here because of the sacrifices forced upon them. In remembering these communities, we honor their legacy, their lives, and their presence in our community.

Photo: Jeremy Bitterman

A MESSAGE FROM OUR CHAIR /

Dear Patrons,

Over the past two-plus years, I’ve enjoyed receiving so many beautiful, heartfelt comments and words of appreciation:

Thank you for caring about Beaverton!

The Reser has become my new family.

I was living with a loneliness that wouldn’t let go. The Reser has brightened my life.

I’ve lived in Beaverton for 30+ years. I never thought I’d see this day.

I thank you for sharing such poignant feelings and lovely comments. Now, I’d like to share my feelings with you. Gratitude!

Yes, gratitude! The Reser is a beautiful space with state-of-the-art acoustics, an intimate “hug-shaped” auditorium, and vibrant art installations. But what truly fills my soul is YOU! It is all of you who bring life to this space; who’ve welcomed this creative endeavor into the heart of your lives, making it a vibrant thread in the fabric of our community.

I see many examples of The Reser becoming a life force running through the veins of our community. Attendance is rising, as we welcome both new and returning faces. Our gallery installations, lectures, and workshops are well-attended. Volunteering has become a coveted role.

We know that art influences society by translating experiences across space and time, which bring meaning to our lives and help us understand the world. We’ve heard from our patrons about how The Reser has encouraged community cohesion, thus re-

ducing those feelings of isolation. Simply interacting with others in our community invites new ideas that influence all the arts. It is interesting to note that as art influences society, society also influences the arts. The two become inseparable.

So, what kinds of experiences can we continue to expect of The Reser?

• Opportunities for contemplation and reflection as we ponder life’s mysteries.

• An escape from reality. As Pablo Picasso said so well, “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.”

• A place to gather, where healthy and thoughtful cultural experiences take place.

• Exposure to awe, wonder, and beauty.

• And finally, beyond its deeper meaning, an art experience that is also sheer fun, joy, and entertainment.

To me, The Reser is so much more than a creative endeavor. It’s a force that shapes, influences, and reflects our community. Its essence can be found in the details of our daily lives. I thank each of you for welcoming The Reser into your hearts. We will have a wonderful 2024-2025 season. And...

I’ll see you at The Reser!

Pat Reser Board Chair

A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE

DIRECTOR /

Welcome to The Reser’s 2024-25 Reser Presents season!

This year we are delighted to bring back some of your favorites, and many new offerings we hope you will enjoy, including a new solo cabaret show by Ari Shapiro, Broadway star Shoshana Bean in her homecoming, Phillip Glass’ Dracula with Third Angle New Music, collaborations with the Oregon Symphony and 45th Parallel, Selected Shorts from New York, Lindy West, and the debut of National Geographic LIVE at The Reser. Soul musician and force-for-good Ron Artis II makes his return to The Reser in a special performance—preceded by our first ever community residency—where he will visit schools, offer a master class, and co-create a work with a local choir.

This year also brings new programming from our art gallery, with several thought provoking and inclusive exhibitions. Additionally, we eagerly anticipate the expansion of our arts education classes for people of all ages to complement our school performances, and our free community and education events.

As I write and reflect on where we have been since opening two and a half years ago, I think about distilling down all that we do at The Reser. What inspires me most is that we seek to create meaning for you. We create fun and entertaining experiences. We present provocative

ideas and artists on our stage and in our gallery. In the end, the arts, and The Reser, bring people together to create meaning. Meaningful shared experiences create a better, more cohesive, and connected society. If each one of you walked out of The Reser with a slightly different perspective—a bit kinder, more willing to listen to a new and differing point of view— then we have done our job. Our long-term vision is to become an indispensable part of this community, and a force for good for you and your loved ones. I welcome you to join us in getting there.

Thank you to our many generous supporters. I invite you to learn more at thereser.org, and I look forward to meeting you at The Reser!

Yours,

Chris Ayzoukian Executive Director

OUR SPONSORS /

Thanks to the support, encouragement, and advocacy of our partners, The Reser has proudly lived its mission to foster community and build meaningful connections around this stunning facility—and the breathtaking performances that bring it to life.

Sponsors play a leading role in our mission by underwriting costs, financially supporting programs, helping us reach new audiences, securing gallery exhibits, and much more. Philanthropy is welcome at every level. Every partnership is meaningful, and we are grateful to those who have helped us bring an eclectic mix of bold artistry to The Reser stage this year.

SUSTAINING SPONSORS

2024 25 SEASON SPONSORS

2024 25 SHOW SPONSORS

TODD & CHRISTINE BAKER

RONNI LACROUTE

TIM & MARY BOYLE

ANDY & NANCY BRYANT

CAROL STREETER & HAROLD GOLDSTEIN

TOM & CHAR HOLLAND

Text Me Back! LIVE! with Lindy West & Meagan Hatcher-Mays

Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts A Veterans Day Film

Dirk & Amelia Powell with Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms

Caroline Shaw & Gabriel Kahane Hexagons

DEC

National Geographic Live: Adventures in Caving w/ Robbie Shone

Kalani Pe’a: Hawaiian Christmas

Ron Artis II & Friends

The Klezmatics

Ari Shapiro: Thank You For Listening

Kings Return: We Four Kings

Tomáseen Foley’s Celtic Christmas

Kids’ New Year’s Eve

Squirrel Nut Zippers

Philip Glass’ Dracula

Shows are added throughout the year, so please visit thereser.org for the most up-to-date information. Join our mailing list and be the first to learn about upcoming programs, events, and opportunities.

& Soot Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana: QUINTO ELEMENTO

Shoshana Bean

Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana

LIVE WIRE WITH LUKE BURBANK

CO-PRESENTATION WITH LIVE WIRE

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, 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 witty, engaging, spirited, and genuine live and listening experiences.

SEP 26 7:30 PM

JAZZ / OPENING NIGHT!

SQUIRREL NUT ZIPPERS

Iconic jazz rockers Squirrel Nut Zippers will take fans on a magical, musical voyage to the birthplace of jazz. Jazz from the Back O’ Town explores the New Orleans Back O’ Town jazz scene of the late 19th century through the Roaring Twenties. The Zippers provide a delightful view into this mystical era with reverent, yet exciting, renditions of such seminal classics as Jelly Roll Morton’s “Animule Ball,” Louis Armstrong’s “Back O’ Town Blues,” as well as favorites from their own catalog, adapted and arranged to more closely echo the sounds of 1920s New Orleans—all performed in era-appropriate attire.

SEP 28 7:30 PM Sponsored by U.S. Bank

TAIKOPROJECT: Benzaiten

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. TAIKOPROJECT’s latest full-length work shatters gender stereotypes and challenges notions of femininity and masculinity in the taiko world. Channeling the Japanese goddess Benzaiten, their new concert blends percussive power and strength with consummate grace and movement. Featuring edgy and opulent new costuming by kimono couture master Sueko Oshimoto and visionary compositions by Artistic Director Masato Baba, BENZAITEN unites Japanese tradition with modern American innovation. Instruments featured are authentic taiko drums, bamboo flutes, marimba, koto (Japanese harp), voice, and the group’s 350-pound mother drum.

SEP 29 7:00 PM

Sponsored by Carol Streeter & Harold Goldstein

KINGSTON TRIO

OCT 04 6:30 PM

Fans of legendary folk icons The Kingston Trio can re-discover their timeless music, as the group returns to their national tour after a two-year hiatus. All three current members—Mike Marvin, Tim Gorelangton, and Buddy Woodward—have intrinsic links to and experience with the original group: Mike is the adopted son of founding member Nick Reynolds, who was also his musical mentor. Many of their personal memories recall the iconic original trio’s journey as folk music made its extraordinary ascent to the pinnacle of popular culture—and the top of the music charts. The Trio performs such timeless classics “Where Have All the Flowers Gone?” and “Tom Dooley.”

Aditya Prakash: ROOM-I-NATION

Aditya Prakash, an award-winning vocalist known for his powerful and emotive sound, is a virtuoso of Karnatik music, and, at the age of 16, is one of the youngest musicians to tour and perform with Ravi Shankar. Aditya continues to work with leading innovators of the arts including Anoushka Shankar, Karsh Kale, Tigran Hamasyan, Mythili Prakash, and Akram Khan.

Aditya founded the eclectic music group, Aditya Prakash Ensemble, which creates a space for dialogue between Karnatik and jazz. Aditya’s current focus in production and composition pushes boundaries within the “classical” tradition. In his newest work, ROOM-i-Nation, Aditya explores the weight of privilege and the boundaries of tradition in an entirely new creative form.

OCT 20 7:00 PM

PHILIP GLASS’ DRACULA

Conducted by Michael Riesman

CO-PRESENTATION WITH THIRD ANGLE NEW MUSIC

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 3A in this hypnotic score for a string quartet and two grand pianos.

OCT 30 7:00 PM & 9:00 PM

LIVE WIRE WITH LUKE BURBANK

CO-PRESENTATION WITH LIVE WIRE

Live Wire is proud to partner with the Portland Book Festival for a special matinee performance featuring three extraordinary yet-to-be-revealed writers plus a special musical performance.

Nov 03 2:00 PM

COMEDY / PODCAST

TEXT

ME BACK! LIVE! with Lindy West & Meagan Hatcher-Mays

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 their singular combination of political smarts, embarrassing sincerity, and a truly concerning level of investment in pop culture. Text Me Back is a podcast about best friendship and making your favorite people laugh, even when this dumpster fire of a world gets you down.

NOV 07 7:30 PM

Sponsored by The Reser Family Foundation

BUFFALO SOLDIERS: Fighting on Two Fronts

Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts explores the often-contradictory role of Black soldiers throughout American history, with particular emphasis on the settling of the American West and colonialism abroad. By showcasing many diverse perspectives, the film examines the profound roles the Buffalo Soldiers played in American history, and how they fought on two very different front lines: military conflicts abroad, and civil rights struggles at home.

NOV 11 7:00 PM

DIRK & AMELIA POWELL

with Caleb Klauder & Reeb Willms

Dirk and Amelia Powell are a daughter/father duo with strong roots in the bayous of Louisiana and the mountains of Kentucky. Multi-instrumentalist and four-time Grammy Award winner Dirk Powell is one of the most preeminent American traditional musicians of his generation. His live performances of powerful Appalachian music with The Dirk Powell Band have inspired audiences across the globe.

Caleb Klauder and Reeb Willms are known to roots music fans across the globe for their soulful harmonies, driving dance tunes, classic original songs, and commitment to the raw truth of rural American music. This show celebrates the release of their new album, Gold in Your Pocket

NOV 14 7:30 PM

Sponsored by The Reser Family Foundation

Caroline Shaw & Gabriel Kahane: HEXAGONS

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 largescale collaboration after working together for more than a decade.

Hexagons is a new work inspired by the magical realism of Argentine author Jorge Luis Borges’s 1939 short story, “The Library of Babel.” In this enigmatic narrative, Borges conjures a captivating and perplexing universe where the notion of infinity collides with the fragility of human understanding. Shaw and Kahane invite audiences to contemplate the joy, grief, wonder, and bewilderment that spring from a life oversaturated in information.

SCIENCE / SPEAKER

National Geographic Live ROBBIE SHONE: ADVENTURES IN CAVING

Nov 15 7:30 PM

KALANI PE’A: Hawaiian Christmas

HOLIDAY / ROCK

RON

ARTIS II

& Friends

Three-time Grammy winner Kalani Pe’a is a singer of power, sensitivity, and charisma—and one of the most exceptional talents in a new generation of Hawaiian musicians. Pe’a returns to The Reser to share muchloved Christmas songs from both western and Hawaiian roots, celebrating the special “aloha” of the holiday season. Self-described as “Hawaiian contemporary soul,” Pe’a’s dynamic and charming stage presence, vocal brilliance, and range of genre from Hawaiian to R&B has brought him to the forefront of Hawaiian music for both traditional and contemporary audiences.

DEC 06 7:30 PM

Sponsored by Oregon State University Foundation

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 be preceded by The Reser’s first ever community residency with one of our Reser Presents musical artists. Over the course of a week, Ron will visit schools, offer a master class, co-create an original work with a local choir and share his gifts with the community.

DEC 07 7:30 PM

Sponsored by The Reser Family Foundation Community Residency Sponsored by Tom & Char Holland

THE KLEZMATICS

The Klezmatics are internationally-renowned world music superstars—and the only klezmer band to ever win a Grammy. The group 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, and incorporated contemporary Arab, African, Latin, Balkan, jazz, and punk musical influences. Over 20 years and nine albums, The Klezmatics have continued making wild, mystical, provocative, reflective, and ecstatically danceable music.

DEC 18 7:30 PM

CABARET

ARI SHAPIRO: Thank You For Listening

One of the most recognized and beloved American storytellers, Ari Shapiro (NPR, Pink Martini) returns to The Reser 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 listening to bridge divides.

DEC 20 7:30 PM

KINGS RETURN: We Four Kings

The Grammy-nominated Kings Return is a vocal band of brothers: Gabe Kunda, Vaughn Faison, J.E. McKissic, and Jamall Williams. Fusing gospel, jazz, R&B/soul, and classical music, the a cappella group performs songs ranging from the Bee Gees “How Deep is Your Love” to “Ave Maria,” to Leon Bridges’s “River,” and Simon & Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water.” Based in Dallas, Texas, Kings Return’s popularity grew when they began posting videos to social media from the stairwell where they rehearse. The group has now amassed almost 10 million views across all platforms.

DEC 21 7:30 PM

KIDS’

NEW YEAR’S EVE

Celebrate the coming of 2025 at The Reser! Kids’ New Year’s Eve returns for its second iteration with live musical performances, New Year’s themed crafts and activities, prize drawings, and more! The official DJ for the Portland Trail Blazers, DJ O.G.ONE, will be spinning family-friendly music! This event is intended for families with children 10 years old and younger. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

DEC 31 11:00 AM — 2:00 PM

SCIENCE / SPEAKER

Journey with photographer and filmmaker Sandesh Kadur through the diverse landscapes of India to discover its lesser-known felines—from the tiny, grumpy-faced Pallas’s cat to the elusive clouded leopard.

With landscapes spanning the towering Himalaya, arid plains, and dense jungles, India is home to a wider array of wild cats than anywhere else in the world. Join us for an up-close look at a world of wild cats you’ve never seen before, all through Kadur’s captivating images and video.

National Geographic Live SANDESH KADUR: WILD CATS REVEALED

JAN 22 7:30 PM

Sponsored by Carol Streeter & Harold Goldstein

ANTONIO S Á NCHEZ:

Birdman Live

Experience the 10th anniversary of the Academy Award-winning Best Picture, Birdman, featuring Grammy-winning composer Antonio Sánchez performing the film’s drum score, live. A unique fusion of masterful cinema and the energy of live performance, this one-of-a-kind screening isn’t one to miss.

A thrilling leap forward for director Alejandro González Iñárritu, Birdman is an ambitious technical showcase powered by a layered story and outstanding performances from Michael Keaton and Edward Norton.

JAN 23 7:30 PM

HIP-HOP / BLUEGRASS

GANGSTAGRASS

Blending bluegrass and hip-hop may seem like an unlikely recipe for success, but don’t tell that to the Emmy-nominated outfit Gangstagrass, who have lent their music to the FX series Justified. Gangstagrass guarantees to take audiences to a whole new level of intense urban twang.

Gangstagrass has toured internationally, blowing minds on main stages from SXSW to Grey Fox Bluegrass Festival, with a live stage act taking full advantage of the improvisational aspects of both hip-hop and bluegrass. With two emcees trading verses, banjo, dobro, and guitar, and frequent three-part harmonies, the Gangstagrass live show has garnered a reputation among fans for its dynamism and spontaneity.

JAN 26 7:00 PM

NEW YEAR, NEW AKIHO

CO-PRESENTATION WITH 45TH PARALLEL

This special evening features the West Coast premiere of Andy Akiho’s new piece written for 45th Parallel, plus the world premiere of a new work by Aeryn Santillan! The program also includes Daniel Wohl’s award-winning composition Holographic, with stunning visual projections by Daniel Schwarz.

JAN 28 7:00 PM

FAMILY 123 ANDRÉS

Together, Andrés and Christina are the Latin Grammy-winning music duo 123 Andrés. Their catchy songs and lively performances get the whole audience dancing, singing, and learning! These high-energy, joyful shows celebrate the Latinx experience and incorporate Spanish, English, and ASL.

FEB 01 11:00 AM

Sponsored by The Park Family / The Reserve Vineyards & Golf Club

ONE BOOK ONE BEAVERTON

CO-PRESENTATION WITH BEAVERTON CITY LIBRARY

What if all of Beaverton read the same book? One Book, One Beaverton aims to bring a diverse community of readers together to discover our commonality, celebrate our differences, and encourage reflection on our place within the wider world—and all that unites us.

FEB 15 7:00 PM

INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT

International Guitar Night makes its highly anticipated return to The Reser after last year’s sold-out performance. Join us for the 25th Annual North American Tour of International Guitar Night, a celebration of the world’s most innovative and diverse guitar talents. Brian Gore has curated a stellar lineup featuring Lulo Reinhardt (Germany), Alexandra Whittingham (Britain), Niwel Tsumbu (Democratic Republic of The Congo) and Sönke Meinen (Germany). The evening promises a night of breathtaking performances that span the global spectrum of guitar artistry.

FEB 16 7:00 PM

Steve Reich’s DIFFERENT TRAINS & Nathalie Joachim

CO-PRESENTATION WITH OREGON SYMPHONY

FEB 28 7:30 PM

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 of Steve Reich’s iconic minimalist masterpiece Different Trains, a haunting exploration of Holocaust survivors’ stories interwoven with Reich’s own childhood memories. Plus, be captivated by Portland native Oswald Huynh’s poignant composition inspired by Vietnamese lullabies. Join us for an evening of breathtaking music that uniquely captures the human experience.

COMEDY / THEATER

LINDY WEST:

Every Castle, Ranked

A castle is the ultimate “expectation vs. reality” meme. Like a lot of kids, Lindy West grew up dreaming of castles and princes; dreaming of a magic beyond everyday life. But reality has a way of grinding the fantasy out of you. Pets and parents die, dreams get downsized, and it turns out that castles aren’t magical at all—they’re just wet, stinking military installations built to fortify the immoral power of horrible men. Outrageous! In Every Castle, Ranked, a now 40-something Lindy takes us on a hilarious, bittersweet journey through her own disillusionment, finding hope again at 40, and the history of toilets.

MAR 06 7:30 PM

ZANIAC COMEDY SHOW

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.”

Zaniac’s show is family-friendly and recommended for ages 5 and up.

MAR 08 11:00 AM

UKULELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN

Featuring only ukuleles and the voices of its performers, the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain’s debuts at The Reser for an unforgettable evening. Fresh and entertaining, both modern and old-fashioned, the orchestra is best known for performing versions of famous rock songs and film themes, sometimes in amusing new ways. In the past 40 years, the Ukulele Orchestra has established itself not only as a British institution, but as a worldwide phenomenon.

As soon as the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain walks on stage, you are in safe hands. Witty, quirky and irreverent—praised by Bowie and Eno, promoted by the BBC, and raved about by The New York Times—audiences can expect “an evening of sheer entertainment” from this eccentric group of seasoned performers.

MAR 20 7:30 PM

National Geographic Live LUCY HAWKES: ANIMAL MIGRATIONS

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. Join her for a peek into landscapes where some of the planet’s most notable animal athletes move and shake, and follow their beautiful, massive migrations across the globe.

APR 08 7:30 PM

SHOSHANA BEAN

Shoshana Bean was recently seen in Alicia Keys’ new musical Hell’s Kitchen, which has received 13 Tony Nominations since opening on Broadway this spring. Her portrayal of ‘Jersey’ earned Shoshana her second Tony Award nomination for “Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical,” a Drama League Award nomination in the “Distinguished Performance” category, and a Drama Desk nomination for “Outstanding Featured Performance.”

Her Broadway debut was in Hairspray as an understudy for Tracy Turnblad and various other roles. Her breakthrough, though, came when she played Elphaba in Wicked. She went on to star in shows including Waitress and Mr. Saturday Night, which earned Bean her first Tony Award nomination.

In addition to her stage work, Bean has also released three LPs and three EPs, in addition to appearing on multiple cast albums and releasing many more singles.

APR 11 7:30 PM

BROOKLYN RIDER:

Chalk & Soot

GLOBAL

Celebrating two decades together, the inimitably cool string quartet visits The Reser with a program paying homage to their namesake, Der Blaue Reiter, a pioneering pre-WWI artistic collective that counted among its members Arnold Schoenberg and Wassily Kandinsky. Violinist Colin Jacobsen’s song cycle Chalk and Soot, built upon Kandinsky’s Dada-inspired text, is paired with Schoenberg’s daring Second String Quartet, both featuring the luminous and expressive American soprano Ariadne Greif.

APR 18 7:30 PM

FLAMENCO VIVO CARLOTA SANTANA

APR 24 7:30 PM

Sponsored by The Reser Family Foundation

Considered the most prominent flamenco dance company in the United States, Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana returns to The Reser with QUINTO ELEMENTO (Fifth Element), a new evening-length work set to an original score of live music by GRAMMY®-nominated composer Jose Luis de la Paz.

Choreographed by Patricia Guerrero, internationally acclaimed flamenco dancer/ choreographer and winner of the 2021 Spain National Dance Award, the new work explores the fifth element of the earth: ether, the essence that makes up the space around us. Hailed as a master of tradition who dares to deconstruct the art form, Guerrero draws on her deep knowledge of traditional flamenco but pushes past the restriction of its rules. In doing so, she seeks to extract and display the invisible fifth element, the essence of flamenco itself.

CALEXICO

LITERARY / PODCAST

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 the “vibrant” energy and “compelling conviction” of their performances, and WNYC marveled at the group’s ability to both “roar like Sonic Youth [and] whisper like Elliott Smith” onstage.

MAY 02 7:30 PM

SELECTED SHORTS: A Sporting Life

PRODUCED BY SYMPHONY SPACE

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 from stage and screen present stories that explore what happens when we take one for the team.

MAY 17 7:30 PM

Sponsored by the Volunteers of The Reser, through The Reser’s Community Sponsorship Program

CARLA KIHLSTEDT: 26 Little Deaths

CO-PRESENTATION WITH OREGON SYMPHONY

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 the Oregon Symphony as they guide the audience through 26 songs that are part Tim Burton, part Edgar Allan Poe, and part art song.

MAY 30 7:30 PM

Join us for our third annual community open house and celebration! This free family day includes art activities and fantastic performances featuring many beloved local performers and organizations.

JUNE 07 11 AM - 4 PM

Sponsored by The Reser Family Foundation

FRIENDS OF DOROTHY: A Queer Cabaret

Poison Waters hosts our third annual Pride celebration, Friends of Dorothy: A Queer Cabaret. Featuring the cream of the crop from our local entertainment landscape, this one-of-a-kind live show is a party for the whole family! Guests will be dazzled by local talents and entertained throughout the evening. We are excited to bring together a fabulous and diverse group of queer acts to celebrate Pride once again. Everyone is encouraged to dress as their authentic selves and join in the festivities.

JUN 18 7:30 PM

AFTER THE REVOLUTION: The Life and Music of Chen Yi and Zhou Long

CO-PRESENTATION WITH 45TH PARALLEL

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 Mr. Zhou and the Charles Ives Living Award for Ms. Chen.

JUN 20 7:00 PM

AT THE RESER ART GALLERY

Thought-provoking exhibitions that surprise, evoke curiosity, and encourage deeper conversations.

The Art Gallery at The Reser fosters relationships with local and regional artists by curating many intentional, cultural, social, experiential, and historical exhibitions. During the 2024–2025 season, an array of creative exhibitions celebrating artists from diverse abilities and backgrounds will be featured in gallery spaces throughout The Reser.

Photo: Mario Gallucci

KANANI MIYAMOTO

ACROSS OCEANS

The Reser & The City of Beaverton/Beaverton Arts Program are excited to present a new public art installation, Across Oceans by Portland artist Kanani Miyamoto. Made up of hundreds of hand-carved, pulled and cut Mokuhanga woodblock prints, the beautiful, stylized imagery signifies people coming together from across distant lands, linked by the bodies of water that connect rather than divide us.

MAY 2024 — MAY 2025

Sponsored by The City of Beaverton & Ford Family Foundation

REGIONAL ARTISTS & CRAFTSPEOPLE

THE CURIO

A collaboration between the Beaverton Arts Market and The Reser, The Curio celebrates the creativity and diversity of Northwest artists and craftspeople. Whether looking for a gift or a unique work of art to adorn your home or office, The Curio features dozens of artists in the exhibition and sale. Forging connections between regional artists and the broader community, The Curio provides the perfect setting to discover creativity during the giving season.

NOV 01, 2024 — DEC 23, 2024

Sponsored by The City of Beaverton & The Beaverton Arts Market

Photo: Mario Gallucci

Red Rose , Hsin-Yi

Huang

Into the Morning , Jan Rothermel

ARTS FOR HEALING

The Reser’s mission is to bring our world’s rich diversity to the stage, and we aim to extend this offering through our educational programs. Join us on an immersive exploration of the healing power of the arts, where each encounter is an invitation to find solace, inspiration, and renewal.

Arts for Healing is a curated arts series that offers transformative and healing experiences for individuals in our community. We believe in the healing potential of art to nourish the soul, ignite creativity, and spark conversations that bring people together in shared moments of reflection and growth. This series promotes emotional well-being while fostering a sense of unity.

REMO HEALTHRHYTHMS®

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

SEP 28, 2024, OCT 05, 2024, OCT 19, 2024, & OCT 26, 2024

EVERYBODY MOVE!

Join us for 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 us as we discover diverse dance styles and practical movement methods that address balance, flexibility, and confidence.

WEDNESDAYS 10 AM 11 AM OCT 02, 2024, OCT 09, 2024, OCT 16, 2024, & OCT 23, 2024

MAKING THE INVISIBLE, VISIBLE: EXPLORING YOUR CHRONIC PAIN JOURNEY

This workshop series is provided by the Chronic Pain Project. We’ll explore our stories using creativity as an outlet for expression. Participants will have the opportunity to explore, reflect, and connect with others.

As a workshop participant, you’ll engage in prompts, creative exercises, and optional group discussions. Within each person’s comfort level, we’ll contemplate our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. The hope for this series is to connect individuals, while providing space for reflection.

WEDNESDAYS 1 PM 2:30 PM OCT 02, 2024, OCT 09, 2024, & OCT 16, 2024

MUSICAL PASSPORT

Musical Passport is a series of classes for beginners of all ages to explore music, instruments, and cultures from around the globe. Experienced teaching artists from various musical traditions will facilitate the classes in our series. We hope that this experience will provide an opportunity for artistic exploration and community connection.

UNIT SOUZOU: TAIKO DRUMMING

UNIT SOUZOU’s school of taiko drumming, Korekara Taiko, offers residencies, assembly performances, and taiko classes in schools and to the public yearround, 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 in individual and ensemble taiko exercises.

SATURDAYS 11:30 AM 12:30 PM

SEP 28, 2024, OCT 05, 2024, OCT 19, 2024, & OCT 26, 2024

DISCOVER THE JOY OF UKULELE: BEGINNER CLASS FOR ALL AGES!

Learn to play the ukulele with a curated class suitable for beginners of all ages. Whether you’re a young enthusiast or an adult looking to pick up a new hobby, this class is designed to be inclusive and enjoyable for everyone.

In this class, you’ll learn basic chords and strumming, songs, rhythm and timing, and technique and posture.

SATURDAYS 1 PM 2 PM

OCT 12, 2024, OCT 19, 2024, OCT 26, 2024, & NOV 02, 2024

INTRODUCTION TO PERSIAN MUSIC

Introduction to Persian Music will introduce the basic principles of Persian music (classical and folk music of Iran) through live musical demonstrations, recorded examples, the basic elements of music theory, and more. Basic elements of rhythm, pitch, compositional forms, and music theory will be covered. Among the instruments featured are Santoor (hammered dulcimer), Kamancheh (spiked fiddle), Tombak (goblet drum), Daf (frame drum), Setar (longnecked lute), Ney (reed flute), and violin.

WEDNESDAYS 11:30 AM 12:30 PM

OCT 02, 2024, OCT 09, 2024, OCT 16, 2024, & OCT 23, 2024

SEATING & TICKETING

Inside the Lobby of the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts 12625 SW Crescent St. Beaverton, OR 97005 (971) 501-7722 boxoffice@thereser.org

Wednesday through Saturday Noon — 6:00 pm And 90 minutes prior to each show (Hours are subject to change)

To purchase tickets online please visit our website www.thereser.org

Photo: Jason Quigley

ORCHESTRA LEVEL

BALCONY

The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, located in Central Beaverton and steps from light rail, is the perfect turnkey solution to bring your performance, meeting, or special event to an audience on the west side of the Portland metro area.

971-501-7762 ext. 217 rentals@thereser.org

For more information, including rates, policies, and date inquiries, email us at rentals@thereser.org or visit our website at thereser.org/rent.

Photo: Justine Vanderpool

MEMBERSHIPS

Membership is one of the most direct ways to support the creative programming you’ve come to appreciate—and comes with great benefits! Your investment in The Reser supports our mission to ensure that the extraordinary performances in our 2024-25 Season are accessible to all. The Reser is pleased to offer memberships starting at $100 per season that automatically qualifies you for a wide variety of benefits. Join now!

Access to member-only presales

First-look access to new shows Free ticket exchange

Exclusive invitation to Reser Presents insider events

Recognition in Reser programs and website

And more...

*Membership benefits apply to Reser Presents performances only. Thanks to Argyle Winery for being the Exclusive Wine Sponsor of The Reser’s Membership Program.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

The Reser is committed to ensuring that you have an exceptional event experience, with policies and procedures in place to support a safe environment for all. Safety precautions include improved air filtration, enhanced cleaning measures, touchless restroom features, and contactless ticketing.

FEEDBACK

How can we make The Reser meaningful to you? Our staff is happy to answer any questions or address any comments that you have about our programming and your experience.

Please fill out a comment card at the box office in our lobby or send us an email at info@thereser.org.