Patricia Reser Center for the Arts

Date: November 28, 2026

Time: 3:00 PM

Pricing: $39.50 – $49.50

Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande invite you to celebrate the holiday season with Campana Sobre Campana: Christmas in Mexico! Named for the beloved Andalusian Christmas Carol, this vibrant show weaves cherished Mexican traditions into a magical story of the season! Through the joyous rhythms of “Bells Upon Bells” and the colorful spectacle of Mexican dance, we capture the heartwarming reenactment of Mary and Joseph’s journey! You’ll experience the spirit of Posadas, the majesty of the Reyes Magos, and the thrill of breaking piñatas! Join Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar and Ballet Folklorico del Rio Grande for an unforgettable program where every note and dance step embodies the rich cultural tapestry of Christmas in Mexico!

Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar y Ballet Folklórico del Río Grande te invitan a celebrar la temporada navideña con “Campana Sobre Campana: Navidad en México”. Nombrado en honor al querido villancico andaluz, este vibrante espectáculo entrelaza tradiciones mexicanas entrañables en una mágica historia de la temporada. A través de los alegres ritmos de “Campana Sobre Campana” y el colorido espectáculo de la danza mexicana, capturamos la conmovedora representación del viaje de María y José. ¡Experimentarás el espíritu de las Posadas, la majestuosidad de los Reyes Magos y la emoción de romper piñatas! Únete a Ballet Folklórico del Río Grande y Mariachi Garibaldi de Jaime Cuéllar en un programa inolvidable donde cada nota y paso de baile encarnan la rica cultura de la Navidad en México.

Date: November 29, 2026 from 2:00 PM

Pricing: $25 – $35

Louis Pearl has been thrilling audiences around the world for over 30 years with the art, magic, science and fun of bubbles. He is a favorite at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where he has enjoyed 14 years of sell-out success.

Louis explores the breath-taking dynamics of bubbles, combining comedy and artistry with audience participation and enough spellbinding bubble tricks to keep everyone mesmerized. From square bubbles, bubbles inside bubbles, fog-filled bubbles, giant bubbles, bubble volcanoes, tornados and trampolines to people inside bubbles, the Amazing Bubble Man conjures shrieks of laughter and gasps of amazement from all ages.

Most shows will also feature multi-instrumentalist Jet Black Pearl accompanying Louis with bubbly music to double your pleasure.

https://amazingbubbleman.com/

“Greatest Bubble Show on Earth.” – San Francisco Chronicle

“It’s a fantastic show. Louis Pearl playfully forms bubbles beyond imagination and engages the audience with his easygoing nonverbal slapstick.”

“Louis Pearl – aka The Amazing Bubble Man – truly deserves his title. Most of the show is accompanied by gasps and awes…and that’s just the adults. Kids can be heard giggling with excitement.”

“This show captivated its young audience, and the adults loved it as well. Highly recommended.” –British Theater Guide.

“The show is one giant, joyous caper” —The Wee Review

“Better Than Cirque du Soleil” – Corbin Doughy, 11 audience member. The eight-year-old seated beside this reviewer summed it up neatly during the show, proclaiming after one nifty maneuver, ‘he sure is the amazing bubble man.’

The Oregon International Ballet Academy (OIBA) proudly presents its beloved holiday tradition, The Nutcracker, returning to the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts on December 5 and 6, 2026, with three enchanting performances and the possibility of a fourth show due to growing audience demand.

A beloved holiday tradition, this production “melds the charm and childhood joy of student dancers with stunning appearances from the school’s top performers and from surprise guest artists, local celebrities of the ballet world… [for] a high-quality, cohesive and exhilarating experience.” (DanceWire Magazine) This is a beloved favorite with fresh surprises every year.

The Oregon International Ballet Academy (OIBA) proudly presents its beloved holiday tradition, The Nutcracker, returning to the Patricia Reser Center for the Arts on December 5 and 6, 2026, with three enchanting performances and the possibility of a fourth show due to growing audience demand.

A beloved holiday tradition, this production “melds the charm and childhood joy of student dancers with stunning appearances from the school’s top performers and from surprise guest artists, local celebrities of the ballet world… [for] a high-quality, cohesive and exhilarating experience.” (DanceWire Magazine) This is a beloved favorite with fresh surprises every year.

Make this holiday season magical with A Story Book Christmas, a special evening of music, storytelling, and Christmas wonder featuring the full cast of Michael Allen Harrison’s beloved Christmas at The Old Church.

Created especially for families, grandparents, and children, the 5:30 PM start time makes this the perfect holiday outing—early enough for young children to enjoy the entire experience and still get home at a reasonable hour before school the next day.

A Christmas Story Comes to Life

The evening’s special highlight is a full presentation of Michael Allen Harrison’s new children’s book, The Snowman and the Red Thread. Through narration, music, beautiful imagery, and live performance, this heartwarming story comes alive on stage.

Follow a mysterious red thread on a magical adventure that celebrates friendship, empathy, imagination, and the connections that bring us together.

And there is more! Enjoy the incredible musicians and singers from Christmas at The Old Church, bringing their unique blend of holiday music, beautiful voices, and festive energy to the Reser stage.

Following the performance, audiences will have a special opportunity to meet Michael Allen Harrison, author and composer, and Coley Nielsen, illustrator of The Snowman and the Red Thread.

Michael and Coley will be available to sign limited-edition copies of the book, making this a wonderful opportunity to take home a personal keepsake from an unforgettable family Christmas experience.

Bring the whole family. Bring the grandparents. Bring someone you love.

A Story Book Christmas is more than a concert—it is an evening where music, story, imagination, and the magic of Christmas come together.

A perfect Christmas night out for the entire family!

*Member Presale begins August 26th, on sale to the public September 1st

After 6 years stuck inside (no one told us Covid was over), the JK! Studios cast has returned with a brand new tour! Using the signature style they created over 9 Seasons of Studio C, the JK cast takes the stage to perform never-before-seen material, audience-participation sketches, and a show-stopping parody musical. Join us for a night of comedy that the entire family—including your surliest teen—will rave about for years!

Celebrate the new year early at The Reser! Kids’ New Year’s Eve returns for its fourth iteration with live musical performances, New Year’s themed crafts, 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 and younger.

Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

*Youth tickets to be purchased for children 10 and under, standard tickets to be purchased for adults accompanying minors.

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