Artslandia

The Nutcracker
2024-12-22 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | PSU Lincoln Performance Hall, 1620 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, 97201, United States
Come be enchanted with Portland’s highly acclaimed Classical Ballet Academy’s 2024 production of The Nutcracker as this magical tradition returns for its twentieth consecutive year!
We invite you to be taken back in time to the Victorian landscape of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince as they dance and weave snowy dreams for audiences both young and young at heart. This year’s theatrical feast will be performed at Portland State University’s Lincoln Hall and promises gorgeous costumes and sets, fresh choreography and pre-professional talent (all of the dancers are students in the Pre-Professional Division at CBA). Don’t miss this sell-out performance!
This show is approximately two hours long including intermission.
All shows are recommended for all audiences (the matinee shows are recommended for younger audience members).
Let the Sugar Plum Fairy, Toy Soldiers and the Rat Queen dance memories into your family’s holiday season!

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
2024-12-23 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-23 14:30 - 16:30, 2024-12-24 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-24 14:30 - 16:30, 2024-12-27 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-27 14:30 - 16:30, 2024-12-28 11:00 - 13:00, 2024-12-28 14:30 - 16:30 and 2 more dates | The Judy Kaufoury Center for Youth Arts, 1000 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
The holiday classic soars from screen to stage in this LIVE musical adaptation of the beloved television special. Because of his shiny nose, Rudolph doesn’t feel like he belongs in Christmastown and sets off to find a place that accepts him. Along his journey, he encounters fellow misfits, only to realize that home is where he has belonged the whole time. When a storm threatens to keep Santa’s sleigh from taking flight, it’s up to Rudolph to save Christmas!
Tickets to all shows at The Judy are general admission.

Nathalia Palis
2025-03-23 14:00 - 15:00 | Walters Cultural Arts Center, 527 East Main Street, Hillsboro, OR, 97123, United States
Join us for an afternoon of singing, dancing, and family fun when Colombian-born songwriter and performer Nathalia Palis takes the stage! Through her fun, interactive, and original bilingual music, learn about the world while exploring songs of empowerment and discovery through heartfelt melodies and lyrics.
Exploring a variety of imaginative themes, Nathalia paints a world of musical colors by fusing popular styles with traditional Latin American sounds and rhythms. From start to finish, her catchy melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and musical stories will have families singing, dancing, even learning a little Spanish, in this exciting multicultural experience!
“The music is fun and engaging so that kids will want to listen again and again.” – Spanish Playground

Adventures in the Great Outdoors
2025-04-27 14:00 - 16:30 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
The Oregon Symphony is going on a hike, and we want you to come along! Help the musicians stay on track as we journey through forests, mountains, lakes, and beyond. Featuring selections from Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony, Handel’s Water Music, and more, this interactive concert is perfect for young music lovers and nature explorers.
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Peter & the Wolf
2025-06-01 14:00 - 16:30 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Discover the instruments of the symphony through Prokofiev’s beloved children’s work Peter and the Wolf—the tale of a young boy who confronts a menacing wolf with the help of his animal friends! Experience the Oregon Symphony play the delightful score that cleverly introduces young audience members to the different musical instruments while the charming story is narrated live.

Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Missing Maestro
2026-01-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Our maestro is missing, and Sherlock Holmes and the Oregon Symphony are on the case! Follow along with the famous Great Detective and the Oregon Symphony as they use their music to find the maestro once and for all. Young symphony-goers will be invited to put their sleuthing skills to the test with musical riddles and puzzles for this family-friendly and educational concert!

Peppa Pig’s My First Concert
2026-02-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Peppa Pig—My First Concert is a fun, interactive introduction to a live orchestra. Peppa will be joined by Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, and George to learn all about the sounds that different instruments make and enjoy some of their favorite music from the show played by the inspiring Aurora Orchestra.
The Oregon Symphony does not perform.

How to Train Your Dragon in Concert
2026-02-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-22 14:00 - 16:30 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
DreamWorks’ How To Train Your Dragon is a captivating and original story about a young Viking named Hiccup, who defies tradition when he befriends one of his deadliest foes—a ferocious dragon he calls Toothless. Together, these unlikely heroes must fight against all odds to save both their worlds. Featuring John Powell’s Oscar®-nominated score performed live to picture, How to Train Your Dragon in Concert is a thrilling experience for all ages.

Dinosaurs!
2026-03-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Explore the fascinating world of dinosaurs through music! This family-friendly concert invites young audiences on an exciting journey through time, combining the power of live music with the excitement of the Jurassic era. Featuring dino-themed music and interactive storytelling, this concert is perfect for budding paleontologists and music lovers alike!

OBT Annual School Performance 2026
2026-04-10 19:00 - 20:30, 2026-04-12 12:00 - 13:30 | Newmark Theatre, 1111 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
From First Position to Standing Ovation
Join the young dancers of Oregon Ballet Theatre School for an enchanting performance designed for audiences of all ages! Featuring excerpts from beloved story ballets and culminating in a Grand Étude that showcases the full school.
Available as an add-on performance to OBT subscribers for $25.

Ahoy! Melodies from the High Seas
2026-04-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Ahoy, mateys! Set sail on a swashbuckling adventure through the high seas with this pirate-themed show for young music lovers. Join a lively crew of musical buccaneers as they search for hidden treasure with rollicking pirate songs and interactive storytelling. Grab your map and prepare for an unforgettable voyage!
