• Sunset High presents HadesTown: Teen Edition 
• Travis Hatton Young Artists Competition Recital 
• Memories: A Musical Look Past-Present-Future
• Forty & Fabulous: A Chorale Celebration 
• March events at the Reser
• Into the Woods
• Village Gallery of Arts

Sunset High presents HadesTown: Teen Edition 

Thursday-Saturday March 6, 7, 8, and Thursday-Friday March 13, 14 at 7 pm, and Saturday March 15 at 2 pm, Sunset High School Theater, 13840 NW Cornell, $10 students & seniors, $12 adults. 

This full-length Teen Edition of Anaïs Mitchell’s haunting, jazz-inflected folk opera follows Orpheus’ mythical quest to overcome Hades and regain the favor of his one true love, Eurydice.

Purchase tickets here or at the door.

Travis Hatton Young Artists Competition Recital 

Sunday, March 9, 2-5:30 pm, Village Church, 330 SW Murray Blvd., free

This thrilling showcase features up-and-coming young musicians from Washington County who are pushing boundaries and mastering their craft. Twelve Finalists will bring their unique mesmerizing music to the stage, each competing for the opportunity to be one of three soloists performing with the Beaverton Symphony Orchestra in their Season Finale Concerts later in May. The passion and dedication these young artists have for their craft will leave you inspired. Join us for an unforgettable afternoon to celebrate the next generation of talented artists and be prepared to witness a performance like no other!

Memories: A Musical Look Past-Present-Future

Sunday, March 16, 3 pm, Jesuit High School, 9000 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy., Adults $15, Senior/Veteran $10, Students under 12 free, Family of 4 $30, Tickets available online on the Beaverton Community Band website or at the door.

Beaverton Community Band proudly presents an unforgettable musical journey where each piece tells its own story. Here are a few highlights from our program: Seventeen Comes Sunday: This English folk song, also titled “As I Roved Out” was arranged by Percy Grainger. You may recognize the melody from the first movement of Ralph Vaughan Williams’ English Folk Song Suite. Light Cavalry Overture: Franz von Suppé’s overture is an energetic prelude to his operetta Light Cavalry. Though the operetta faded into obscurity, the overture remains a staple in orchestras worldwide. Its lively theme has been widely quoted in various media. Mannin Veen: Haydn Wood’s symphonic work draws from Manx folk tunes, reflecting his experiences on the Isle of Man. The composition mixes Celtic melodies, often featuring the principal clarinet. It captures the essence of the island’s rich cultural heritage. Of Wizards and Dragons: Inspired by Patricia C. Wrede’s The Enchanted Forest Chronicles, this piece mixes drama, humor, and romance. It uses musical motifs to represent characters and scenes from the story. This wind band version is a combination of transcription, orchestration, and new composition. Shrine of the Fallen: Composed in response to the events in Kiev in 2014, this piece integrates Ukrainian folk music. Shrine of the Fallen is a powerful and introspective work, ending with a moving choral section. It symbolizes both national pride and mourning for the fallen, as it draws on the old Ukrainian folk song Plyve Kacha, as well as the national anthem.

For over 40 years, the Beaverton Community Band has shared its music, making it the oldest standing community band in Washington County, Oregon. The Beaverton Community Band keeps the long-standing community wind band tradition alive through diverse local performances and by fostering the next generation of musicians through music education. The band’s members volunteer their time to support music educators throughout the Beaverton School District to encourage beginning musicians and build a vibrant arts community. Visit BeavertonCommunityBand.org for more information. This concert is funded in part by a grant from the City of Beaverton Arts Program, a strong supporter of Arts and Cultural events in the community.

Forty & Fabulous: A Chorale Celebration 

Saturday-Sunday, March 15-16, 4 pm, Cedar Mill Christ United Methodist Church, 12755 NW Dogwood Street, tickets available online

Join us for a celebration of forty seasons of music and memories as the Oregon Chorale performs beloved favorites! Enjoy a special reunion with alumni from across the years, a memorable appearance by Artistic Director Emeritus Bernie Kuehn, and experience the world premiere of a new work by award-winning composer David Walters. 

At Forty & Fabulous, enter our raffle for your chance to win tickets to In A Landscape: Classical Music in the Wild. Founded by classical pianist Hunter Noack in 2016, In A Landscape is a concert series that finds its concert halls in National Parks, urban greenspaces, farms, and historical sites—presenting concerts designed to connect the audience with these stunning surroundings. Learn more on the In A Landscape website and get your tickets to Forty & Fabulous: A Chorale Celebration today!

March events at the Reser

Various dates and times, 12625 SW Crescent St., free and ticketed

Grand Kyiv ballet performs Sleeping Beauty in May, order tickets here. Ukulele Beginner Class for All Ages; Irish music with Altan; The Glenn Miller Orchestra big band; Samba classes; and much more. Visit the Events page for details.

Into the Woods

Friday, April 4-Sunday, April 13, various times, Lovegood Performing Arts Company, 16260 NW Bronson Rd., purchase tickets here

 James Lapine and Stephen Sondheim take everyone’s favorite storybook characters and bring them together for a timeless, yet relevant, piece…and a rare modern classic. The Tony Award-winning book and score are both enchanting and touching.

The story follows a baker and his wife, who wish to have a child; Cinderella, who wishes to attend the King’s Festival; and Jack, who wishes his cow would give milk. When the baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a witch’s curse, the two set off on a journey to break the curse. Everyone’s wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.

Village Gallery of Arts

ArtChat

Second Sunday March 9, 3-5pm: Show runs March 3- April 6, 1060 NW Saltzman Rd.

March is National Youth Art Month. Come hear our featured artists talk about their art and see the new show. Find the perfect piece of locally created art for your home!

Community Arts Program Presentation: “Teaching Online Via Zoom” with Yong Hong Zhong

Wednesday, April 16, 6:30 pm, The Opal, 12691 NW Dogwood Street, free

Yong will share his experience teaching online art classes via Zoom, focusing on equipment/setup and student interaction/file sharing. A Q&A session will follow. RSVP at dunhamsw@frontier.com (space is limited).

Art Dollars for Scholars is coming back! 

Community show and sale open to all! Enter and pick up panels at the gallery. Adult entry fee is $15 for each 10″x 10″ wood panel; 18 years old and younger get a free 6″x 6″ stretched canvas. Youth preferring a wood panel may purchase one. Deliver finished art April 30-May 4. Show runs May 6-June 1. Proceeds help support our ongoing art student scholarship program. Full details on website.

“Clay Sunday” Open Studio—Rose Rutherford-Ha 

First Sunday of each month, 1-3 pm, all ages, free

Come and get your hands dirty! Clay and all supplies provided. Ongoing drop-in ceramics workshop. Instructor available for questions and assistance. No pressure environment for all ages.

Children’s Art Classes

Thursdays in March; 3:45-5:15 pm, ages 7-11 

VGA Instructional Team leads featured projects: Paper Mache Sculptures, Flying Origami Art, and more!

Adult classes

Intro to Watercolor Painting—Susan Pfahl

Tuesday, March 4, 11, 18, 25, 7-9:30 pm, open to beginners

Each class we experiment with how paint, paper, and water react together, then paint simple subjects using our experiments. Masterpieces are unlikely, but skills will increase. Returning students are welcome to repeat this class.

Gradated Watercolor Washes—Susan Pfahl

Thursday, March 6 & 13, 7-9:30 pm, Intermediate: basic watercolor skills necessary.

Learn to use graduated washes and a few calligraphic marks to create a painting. First class will be a landscape, second class will be based on the student’s interests.

Intro to Watercolor Painting—Susan Pfahl

Wednesday, April 2, 9, 16, 23, 7-9:30 pm, open to beginners

Each class we experiment with how paint, paper, and water react together, then paint simple subjects using our experiments. Masterpieces are unlikely, but skills will increase. Returning students are welcome to repeat this class.

Acrylic Painting 101: Mastering the Basics—Rachel Gering

Thursday, April 3, 10, 17, 24, 10:15 am-12:15 pm, open to beginners

Dive into the vibrant world of acrylic painting in this beginner-friendly, four-session course. This class will guide you through the essentials of acrylic techniques. You’ll learn about drying times, blending, layering, and how to make acrylic paints work for your unique style.

Italic Calligraphy—Susan Pfahl

Fridays, April 4, 11, 18, 25, 7-9:30 pm, open to beginners

This is an introductory class which covers how to create letter forms in the Italic script. The goal of this class is to give you the basics so you can practice and perfect your calligraphy on your own outside of class.

Check website for late-breaking classes! Our Mission is: “To ignite the joy of learning, creating and appreciating art in our community. We support professional and emerging artists by providing high quality affordable art education to children and adults as well as providing venues for sharing their work.” Village Gallery of Arts is a non-profit (501c3) organization, receives no taxpayer money, and is staffed entirely by member volunteers.