Artslandia

Chanticleer
2026-04-15 19:30 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Kaul Auditorium, Reed College, 3203 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OR, 97202, United States
One of the most prolific recording and touring ensembles in the world, Chanticleer loves Portland audiences almost as much as we love them! The Grammy award-winning vocal ensemble is known for its wide-ranging repertoire, dazzling virtuosity, and seamless blend of twelve male voices ranging from soprano to bass.
“The singing of Chanticleer is breathtaking in its accuracy of intonation, purity of blend, variety of color, and swagger of style.” Boston Globe
PROGRAM: Our American Journey
Chanticleer celebrates America’s 250th year of independence by showcasing the diverse voices, songs, harmonies, and rhythms of our shared musical heritage. The program traces the progression of the American choral tradition from Black gospel quartets to shape-note singing to barbershop quartets and vocal jazz, including settings of traditional American bluegrass tunes, beloved folk songs, and a new commission by Trevor Weston.

Huntertones
2026-04-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, 12625 SW Crescent St, Beaverton, OR, 97005, United States
Huntertones—Dan White (sax), Jon Lampley (trumpet/sousaphone), Chris Ott (trombone/ beatbox), Adam DeAscentis (bass), John Hubbell (drums), Josh Hill (guitar)—brings people together with fun, imaginative, and fearless jazz music. Their high energy, horn-driven sound features genre-bending compositions and unconventional covers. They’ve performed in over 25 countries world wide and continue to tour the US and abroad. Huntertones claims more authority than ever as they drive into their 10th year.
“When feeling and technique come together it’s like Swan Lake. Huntertones, y’all are like ballerinas!” Audiotree
PROGRAM:
Huntertones’ program will be announced from the stage. With unlimited imagination and an ever-growing desire to find new ways to express themselves, every show is a social experience celebrating the joy of music!

Ravel & Saint-Saëns
2026-04-12 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-04-11 19:30 - 22:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
A bracing whack from the percussionist’s “slap stick” launches Ravel’s Concerto on an effervescent romp, evoking the Harlem jazz clubs he visited with Gershwin. Riffs from the brasses and piano fireworks make for a breathless dash to the finish. Ravel’s lush Daphnis et Chloé opens with a radiant sunrise—golden strings, shimmering harps, bird calls—and ends with an orgiastic paean to love.

OBT Annual School Performance 2026
2026-04-12 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-04-10 19:00 - 20:30 | 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.

Princess and the Pea
2026-04-11 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-11 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-09 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-04-05 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-04 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-03 19:30 - 22:00 | Newmark Theatre, 1111 SW Broadway, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Tradition with a Twist
Headlining this vibrant mixed bill is a co-production with The Joffrey Ballet: Dani Rowe’s Princess and the Pea, a playful and rebellious twist on a classic tale. In the rigid world of Pea Town, where only peas are allowed, one brave girl dares to challenge the iron rule of a spoiled Princess. With wit, determination, and an unexpected ally, she embarks on a battle of wills that just might change everything.
“Quirky, wacky, and loads of fun.” – Chicago Sun Times
Dazzling and dynamic as ever, George Balanchine’s Rubies sparkles with jazz-infused energy and Broadway flair. Set to Stravinsky’s fiery Capriccio for Piano and Orchestra, it fuses classical technique with modern exuberance in a playful yet sophisticated display of sharp angles and syncopated rhythms.
“Flash and energy.” – The Oregonian
In the compelling UnSaid, Rowe uses the duet to embody Jonathan Safran Foer’s words: “We had everything to say to each other, and no ways to say it.” The piece gives voice to the unspoken, capturing the longing, conflict, and vulnerability that exists in the space between two people in motion.
“Thrilling.” – San Francisco Examiner

Drum Tao
2026-04-01 19:30 - 22:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Experience the power and grace of DRUM TAO, a world-renowned Japanese percussion group, and be mesmerized by their synchronized drumming, martial arts, and acrobatic performances.
*The Oregon Symphony does not perform.

Mendelssohn’s Scottish Symphony
2026-03-22 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-03-19 19:30 - 22:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
There’s nothing like hiking across moors and encountering castle ruins to ignite the creative process—as Mendelssohn experienced it on a tour of Scotland. Holyrood Castle (where Mary Queen of Scots was crowned) inspired the mysterious mood of the Third Symphony’s opening. But the mists ultimately lift in the sunny, lively finale. Plus, Portland favorite Conrad Tao dazzles in Mozart’s 21st Piano Concerto, with its slow movement once described by biographer Maynard Solomon as “an entire movement of unrelieved, time-stopping beauty . . . for something just short of eternity.”

Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy: Celtic Allstars
2026-03-17 19:30 - 22:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Cape Breton’s celebrated Celtic icon Natalie MacMaster and acclaimed fiddle virtuoso Donnell Leahy welcome some of the world’s finest Celtic musicians for an extraordinary evening of music. This captivating journey will showcase a stellar lineup of Celtic All-Stars from Ireland, England, Scotland, and beyond. Together, MacMaster and Leahy will trace the rich threads of Celtic musical traditions across borders—from ancient origins to contemporary expressions. Joining them on stage will be their talented daughter Mary Frances and a host of remarkable guests, including English guitarist Tim Edey, Scottish multi-instrumentalist Ross Ainslie on Scottish pipes, whistles, and cittern, renowned Scottish vocalist Karen Matheson, and Irish banjo master Enda Scahill. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of community and Celtic heritage.

Pavel Haas Quartet
2026-03-17 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-03-16 19:30 - 21:00 | PSU Lincoln Performance Hall, 1620 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, 97201, United States
The Czech-based Pavel Haas Quartet is revered across the globe for its richness of timbre, infectious passion, and intuitive rapport. Having won five Gramophone Awards and numerous others for their recordings, the Quartet is firmly established as one of the world’s foremost chamber ensembles.
“One of the truly outstanding ensembles of our time.” Süddeutsche Zeitung (Germany)
PROGRAMS:
Monday, March 16
SCHULHOFF Five pieces for String Quartet
KORNGOLD Quartet No. 2 in E-flat Major, Op. 26
SCHUBERT Quartet in D minor, D. 810 “Death and the Maiden”
Tuesday, March 17
Vítězslava KAPRÁLOVÁ Quartet No. 1, Op. 8
MARTINŮ Quartet No. 5
DVOŘÁK Quartet No. 14 in A-flat Major, Op. 105

Stravinsky & Shostakovich
2026-03-15 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-14 19:30 - 22:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
He ultimately became the greatest symphonic voice of the 20th century, but 19-year-old Shostakovich was a “precocious” composer, with his First Symphony causing a sensation. People fought to hear its premiere. It anticipates the characteristics that mark his later creations, too—it’s cheeky, brash, vigorous, full of rhythmic drive. A wonderfully contrasting voice is Ibert’s charming Concerto, masterfully performed by our renowned flute soloist.

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!

Quarteto Nuevo
2026-03-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, 12625 SW Crescent St, Beaverton, OR, 97005, United States
With their unique instrumentation—soprano saxophone, alto flute, cello, guitar, and hand percussion—Quarteto Nuevo merges western classical, eastern European folk, Latin, and jazz with an organic feel that packs a wallop! The ensemble’s razor-sharp precision is enhanced by jazzy interludes, lightly rumbling percussion motifs, and mesmerizing rhythms.
“Deftly weaving between jazzy improvisation and syncopations that surprise and delight, these four musicians are truly a symphony unto themselves.” Montana Public Radio
PROGRAM: “World Fusion”
Quarteto Nuevo’s program effectively melds the music of ancient worlds and faraway places with a contemporary groove. Their unique instrumentation richly colors their wide-ranging repertoire, from Heitor Villa-Lobos to Chick Corea to traditional Macedonian works to original compositions.

The Play That Goes Wrong
2026-03-04 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-03-03 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-03-01 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-28 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-02-27 19:30 - 22:00 | Portland Center Stage at the Armory, 128 NW Eleventh Ave, Portland, 97209, United States
The Play That Goes Wrong

By Henry Lewis, Henry Shields & Jonathan Sayer
Directed by Dámaso Rodríguez

It’s opening night for the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society’s production of the 1920s murder mystery Murder of Haversham Manor and from lights up the cast and crew are in an uphill battle to the final curtain. The set isn’t steady and neither are the actors as they trip over their lines, set pieces and a murder victim who has a hard time playing dead. In this uproarious comedy, anything that can go wrong, absolutely will… with fantastic flair!
2015 London’s Olivier Award for Best New Comedy

“A gut-busting hit! The audience roared as loudly as the crowds at any wrestling match.” — The New York Times

Mozart & Vivaldi’s Four Seasons
2026-03-01 14:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-28 19:30 - 22:00 | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, United States
Let’s all agree: The Four Seasons is an undisputed classical Top 40s hit. But, when Grammy-nominated mandolinist Avi Avital plays it, you’ll feel like you’re hearing it for the first time—fresh and irresistible. Part of your fun will be listening to Vivaldi’s spot-on sound effects—birds, a barking dog, gnats and flies, the chattering of teeth, and slipping on ice. This is a piece for all seasons! Plus, Mozart’s “Haffner,” with a frolicking finale that he instructed had to be played “as fast as possible.”
