A Christmas Story: The Musical
2024-11-10 14:00 - 16:30, 2024-11-14 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-11-15 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-11-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-11-17 14:00 - 16:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State Street, Lake Oswego, OR, 97034, United States
Based on the movie classic set in the 1940s the musical follows 9-year-old Ralphie Parker and his quest for the Holy Grail of Christmas gifts—an Official Red Ryder carbine-action 200-shot Range Model BB gun. Rebuffed at every turn. Ralphie plots numerous schemes to achieve his desperate desire for the coveted BB gun.

Melodies of the Animal Kingdom
2024-11-10 14:00 - 17:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Explore the vast and fascinating animal kingdom with your Oregon Symphony! Join us for a toe-tapping, tail-wagging experience as we explore the enchanting world of animals through music. Featuring Jerod Impichchaachaaha’ Tate’s Spirit Chief Names the Animal People, Korsakov’s Flight of the Bumblebee, selections from Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake, and more, this interactive concert will be a roaringly good time for the entire family.
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Amélie
2024-11-10 14:00 - 17:00 | Portland Playhouse, 602 NE Prescott St, Portland, OR, 97211, United States
Step into the magical world of Amélie Poulain’s Paris, where small acts of kindness ignite happiness and connection.
In the bustling streets of the city, Amélie, a waitress with a rich imagination undertakes clever and covert acts of kindness. Through these acts, she discovers that there are endless possibilities hidden around every corner. However, when an opportunity for love presents itself, Amélie is faced with a choice: to secure her own happiness, she must take a leap of faith and reveal her heart. Will she do it?
This beautiful musical, based on the 5-times Oscar nominated 2001 film, celebrates an imaginative dreamer who discovers the courage to connect & the transformative power of the little things in life. Who knows, maybe Amélie’s story will inspire you to discover the ripple effects of kindness in your own community.

Liberace & Liza: Holiday at the Mansion (A Tribute)
2024-11-10 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-11-12 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-11-13 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-11-14 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-11-15 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-11-16 14:00 - 16:30, 2024-11-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-11-17 14:00 - 16:30 and 1 more date | Ellyn Bye Studio, 128 NW Eleventh Ave, Portland, OR, 97209, United States
Local favorites David Saffert and Jillian Snow are BACK! Join them as they sparkle in this exhilarating night of musical and comical fireworks. Settle in for a glamorous evening as they bring two icons to life. Liberace & Liza delights in some of show business’ wildest and most well known personalities, sharing iconic musical numbers, enchanting costumes and unforgettable laughs. Make your visit to the mansion a holiday tradition!
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The Force of Love
2024-11-10 19:30 - 22:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Love as a force to break barriers, as in the stories of Leonore and Florestan, Orpheus and Eurydice, and Romeo and Juliet.
Repertoire:

Leonore Overture No. 3 by Ludwig van Beethoven
Orpheus Undone by Missy Mazzoli, commissioned by the Chicago Symphony and Ricardo Muti in 2020
Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky
World premiere of a piece by a student composer, as part of The Authentic Voice commissioning series in partnership with Fear No Music’s Young Composers Project.

Itzhak Perlman in Recital
2024-11-12 19:30 - 23:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
“A recital by Itzhak Perlman is inevitably a journey into perfection: virtuosity of the highest order, the sweetest tone imaginable, impeccable intonation, mature musicianship, and a pleasant stage persona to boot.” (Palm Beach ArtsPaper) Enjoy a solo violin recital by the legendary Itzhak Perlman accompanied by pianist, Rohan De Silva.
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Koyaanisqatsi: Live with the Philip Glass Ensemble
2024-11-14 19:30 - 23:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Watch Godfrey Reggio’s groundbreaking film Koyaanisqatsi on the big screen while the Phillip Glass Ensemble and Oregon Symphony perform Phillip Glass’ mesmerizing score live! Widely considered to be one of the most influential fusions of music and film in the last century, this hypnotic exploration of nature, urbanization, and an out-of-balance world promises to captivate and inspire in a unique concert experience.
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Soar 2024
2024-11-15 19:00 - 22:00 | BodyVox Dance Center, 1201 NW 17th Avenue, Portland, OR, 97209, United States
Join Jefferson Dancers for a night out with adult beverages, tasty eats, and an intimate performance by the distinguished, multi-ethnic dance program offered at Jefferson High School.

The Juliet Letters
2024-11-15 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-11-16 19:30 - 21:00, 2024-11-17 14:00 - 15:30 | Artists Repertory Theatre, 1515 SW Morrison Street, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Shakespeare’s tragic character, Juliet Capulet, continues to captivate us four hundred years later. To this day, thousands of tourists from all over the world visit a crumbling balcony in Verona, Italy to share their deepest feelings in the form of letters to Juliet. This phenomenon of human connection and emotion fascinated British post-punk icon Elvis Costello, resulting in a studio album with The Brodsky Quartet in 1993. The genre-bending collaboration produced a unique song sequence for string quartet and voice that carries us on an intimate journey of hope, loss, and longing—all seen through the lens of love.

Boka Marimba
2024-11-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Walters Cultural Arts Center, 527 East Main Street, Hillsboro, OR, 97123, United States
Come experience Portland’s original African-style marimba band! Boka Marimba brings the energetic dance music of Zimbabwe and southern Africa to the Walters stage with a show that is a feast for both the eyes and ears as the musicians move with lightning speed and agility. You’ll have trouble sitting still when the Zimbabwean-style marimbas combine with drums and vocals for an irresistible groove.
Experience the sound of seven marimbas, gourd shakers called hosho, mbira (“thumb piano”), and drums, along with songs sung in the Shona language and filled with melodic themes and variations layered in polyrhythmic, cyclic patterns. All ages will delight in this evening filled with enthusiastic and dynamic rhythms that will have you dancing in the aisles.
This performance, supported by a City of Hillsboro Performance Series Grant, directly supports Boka Marimba, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting The Immigrant Story.

The Royal Trumpeter: Kris's Podium
2024-11-16 19:00 - 22:00 | Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational, 1126 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Trace the fascinating evolution of the trumpet from its utilitarian roots on the battlefield to its emergence as a refined instrument of expressive virtuosity. Curated by Principal Trumpet Kris Kwapis, this program delves into the vibrant soundscape of late seventeenth-century London, where the trumpet takes center stage alongside strings, winds, and voices in England’s regal courts. Celebrate the brilliance of composers such as Purcell, Croft, and Eccles, whose works epitomize splendor and sophistication in an era defined by royal patronage.

Frozen in Concert
2024-11-16 19:30 - 22:00, 2024-11-17 14:00 - 16:30 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Academy Award® winner for Best Animated Feature, Disney’s Frozen follows fearless optimist Anna on an epic journey to find her sister Elsa whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. Watch as Elsa, along with her hilarious snowman companion Olaf, battle the elements in a race to save the kingdom. Experience this heartwarming story on the big screen with the Oregon Symphony performing the score live. It’s dazzling fun for the entire family!
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Restless
2024-11-16 19:30 - 22:00 | Buckley Center, University of Portland, 5000 N Willamette Blvd, Portland, OR, 97203, United States
Orchestra Nova Northwest presents a fascinating and engaging program featuring a dynamic work by Anna Clyne that draws inspiration and its title from Audre Lorde’s poem A Woman Speaks, a delightful and charming neoclassical cello concerto by Dmitri Kabalevsky featuring ONN’s Principal Cello Katherine Schultz, and Igor Stravinsky’s iconic neoclassic ballet music for Pulcinella created from, and written in the style of, Baroque master Giovanni Pergolesi. Music Director Steven Byess will deliver insightful and entertaining commentary and insights throughout this delightful program.

The Royal Trumpeter: Kris' Podium
2024-11-17 15:00 - 17:30 | Kaul Auditorium, Reed College, 3203 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR, 97202, United States

Restless
2024-11-17 15:00 - 17:30 | Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, 12625 SW Crescent St, Beaverton, OR, 97005, United States
