Artslandia

Steve Reich’s Different Trains & Nathalie Joachim
2025-02-28 19:30 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, 12625 SW Crescent St, Beaverton, OR, 97005, United States
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 his 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.

Joe Kye
2025-02-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Walters Cultural Arts Center, 527 East Main Street, Hillsboro, OR, 97123, United States
Musician and storyteller Joe Kye returns to the Walters’ stage, taking listeners on a transcendent personal journey, recollecting lineage and love through multiple generations of his family. Looping violin, vocals, and traditional Korean instruments, his music swirls with spoken word and deep ancestral connection, unraveling our inner cocoons with awareness and self-compassion.
This performance will feature the story of his grandfather’s bold escape from North Korea during the Korean War, connecting it to Joe’s life as a child immigrant. Reflective, emotionally impactful, and spiritually resonant, this show inspires hope, joy, and compassion in all ages.

Amadeus in Concert
2025-02-27 19:30 - 23:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Amadeus—the dazzling story of the tortuous rivalry between world-renowned composers Mozart and Salieri—returns to the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall to celebrate its 40th anniversary! Accompanied by a live performance of the score with the Oregon Symphony and a full chorus, this is a sumptuous and astonishing movie experience that you will never forget.
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A Case for the Existence of God
2025-02-27 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-26 19:30 - 22:00 | CoHo Theatre, 2257 NW Raleigh St, Portland, OR, 97210, United States
Keith and Ryan, two working dads who seemingly have little in common, meet in Keith’s cubicle to discuss business. Despite different upbringings, identities, and lifestyles—and the primarily transactional nature of their relationship—the men connect over their experiences of fatherhood; growing up in a small, rural town; and the loneliness of lost opportunities and fragile circumstances. Tender and surprising, Samuel Hunter’s A Case for the Existence of God shines a light on the ways in which disparate lives can commingle and create a deep and indelible imprint of empathy and connection.

Notes from the Field
2025-02-27 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-26 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-23 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-02-22 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-20 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-19 19:30 - 22:00 | Portland Playhouse, 602 NE Prescott St, Portland, OR, 97211, United States
Drawn from interviews with more than 250 students, parents, teachers and staff, Notes from the Field is a heart-wrenching tale of injustice, compassion, and hope that will leave you on the edge of your seat.
This production lays the broken criminal justice system bare and explores the harrowing experiences of students, parents, and activists fighting for justice in a system that seems determined to fail them.
This powerful performance exposes a world where schools have become a pipeline to prisons, and young black men are being systematically pushed out of the education system and into the criminal justice system. But amidst the darkness, there are rays of light, as dedicated educators, activists, and community leaders fight tirelessly to make a difference in the lives of these vulnerable young people.
Through powerful monologues and breathtaking performances, Notes from the Field transports you into the lives of those who have been most affected, and leaves you with a sense of hope, and a belief that change is possible.
So, if you’re looking for a show that will challenge your assumptions, stir your emotions, and inspire you to action, then this production is for you. Don’t miss out on a profoundly moving production – purchase your tickets today and be a part of the movement for justice and equity!

Hagen Quartet: Pinnacle of Musicality
2025-02-27 19:30 - 22:00 | The Old Church, 1422 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR, 97201, United States
Like American 21st century superstars, the Emerson Quartet, Europe’s Hagen Quartet has attained an unparalleled position among the finest chamber ensembles in the world. Declared “the pinnacle of musicality” (Die Presse) their European preeminence is resolute. Comprised of siblings Lukas, Veronika, and Clemens Hagen, with violinist Rainer Schmidt, this four-decades-strong Austrian sensation has performed throughout the world and amassed a storied discography of nearly 50 acclaimed recordings. For those who love the best-of-the-best, you’ll not want to miss one of the greatest string quartets of our time in this rare U.S. appearance, right here in Portland!

Bach & Mendelssohn: Grace and Grandeur
2025-02-24 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-23 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-02-22 19:30 - 22:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Adored for centuries for its heartwarming “Air on the G String,” Bach’s Third Orchestral Suite illuminates Baroque dance forms with radiant brass, thunderous timpani, and serenading strings. And Mendelssohn sings ecstatic hymns of praise in his Second Symphony, uniting choir and orchestra in a life-affirming call to “cast off the works of darkness and take up the armor of light.”
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Giselle
2025-02-22 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-22 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-02-16 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-02-15 19:30 - 22:00 | Keller Auditorium, 222 SW Clay St, Portland, OR, 97201, United States
In one of the most beloved classical ballets of all time, a small-town girl falls in love with a visiting stranger who betrays her. When she dies of grief, her spirit joins that of other wronged women, known as the Wilis. They band together to fight against those who have hurt them, forcing Giselle to choose between vengeance and love. The world premiere of this new adaptation choreographed by Tiit Helimets and Dani Rowe is an otherworldly ballet about hope, heartbreak, and forgiveness.
Featuring the OBT Orchestra
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D'Amore
2025-02-16 15:00 - 17:30 | Kaul Auditorium, Reed College, 3203 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR, 97202, United States
An artist of “consummate taste and expressivity” (Cleveland Plain Dealer), guest director and oboist Debra Nagy leads a program of captivating beauty featuring Bach, Telemann, and Vivaldi. This program celebrates the fusion of the oboe d’amore and viola d’amore—an alluring sound Leopold Mozart described as “especially charming in the stillness of the evening.” The ethereal tones of the oboe d’amore will enchant your senses while the rich resonance of the viola d’amore evokes profound emotion.

The Sounds of Science
2025-02-16 14:00 - 17:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Discover the science of music! With the help of several popular compositions from Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture to Debussy’s Clair de lune and onstage demonstrations by Oregon Symphony musicians, young scientists and curious minds will learn all about vibrations, pitch, volume, sound waves, and more! Put on your lab coats and get ready for an educational and interactive concert all about what makes music possible.
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8-Track: The Sounds of the '70s in Concert
2025-02-16 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-02-15 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-15 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-02-14 19:30 - 22:00 | Broadway Rose New Stage, 12850 SW Grant Avenue, Tigard, OR, 97223, United States
Put on your boogie shoes and experience the music of the ‘70s with the fast-paced musical revue, 8-Track. With over 50 songs that defined the decade, this joyful concert will take you on a time-traveling journey back to an era of vibrant songs, electric choreography, and outstanding harmonies. Featuring the music of The Bee Gees, Marvin Gaye, KC and The Sunshine Band, The Carpenters, Labelle, The Doobie Brothers, Barry Manilow, The Emotions, and more, 8-Track will bring the best of soul, pop, and disco to you!

Mrs. Harrison
2025-02-16 14:00 - 16:30, 2025-02-15 19:30 - 22:00, 2025-02-15 14:00 - 16:30 | U.S. Bank Main Stage, 128 NW Eleventh Ave, Portland, OR, 97209, United States
At their 10-year college reunion, Aisha and Holly meet by chance. Aisha is a Black, successful playwright; Holly is a white, struggling stand-up comedian. Aisha’s most successful play bears a striking resemblance to a tragic event in Holly’s life. Is it a coincidence or is it theft? They both have a story they’ve been telling themselves about what happened years ago and they’re both willing to fight for their truth in the present.
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D'Amore
2025-02-15 19:00 - 22:00 | Sanctuary Hall at First Congregational, 1126 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
