EVENTS AT A GLANCE
Architecture (ARCH)
Film
College of the Arts (COTA)
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art (JSMA)
Events
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Event continues on multiple dates.
The cooler temperatures and turning leaves of autumn are just around the corner, bringing the excitement of a new academic year, with all its sparkling creativity and purposeful energy.
Fall brings so many reasons for celebration in the College of the Arts. Work has officially begun on the construction of our stunning new state-of-the-art building for the Schnitzer School of Art + Art History + Design (the school’s name changed this past spring to honor Jordan Schnitzer for his phenomenal generosity). The new building is expected to be ready in 2026, and what a boon for our campus it will be!
The season offers an abundance of events, as always. In the School of Music & Theater, we’ll enjoy everything from PSU Opera’s “The Gift of the Magi” to the Percussion Ensemble’s fall recital, to joyous concerts by our distinguished choirs. The School of Film will screen fascinating films from around the world. The School of Architecture’s Fridays@1 talks promise a host of thoughtprovoking conversations on design in the built environment, and the Graphic Design program’s Show & Tell series features conversations with creatives from Portland and beyond.
These are but a few examples of the inspirational and invigorating events on our calendar, and I invite you to join us in supporting our students and faculty by attending and cheering them on.
Leroy E. Bynum, Jr. Dean, College of the Arts Portland State University
On the cover: Students in the Schnitzer School are now able to focus their studies around environmentally responsible textiles and apparel thanks to the new Sustainable Fashion minor. Shown here are Jalil McClinton (upper left), Madeleine Beer (lower right) and Zen Starling (lower left). Work by student Kelly Madden is modeled by Mazzi Olsen (upper right) and Ajani (center).
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Color Outside the Lines, from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation—This exhibition examines the ways artists have used color to question institutions, beliefs and expectations. Artists include PSU Art alumnus and former professor Isaka Shamsud-Din, Derrick Adams, Polly Apfelbaum, Antonius-Tín Bui, Iván Carmona, Lauren Hana Chai, Caitlin Cherry, Sam Gilliam, Hock E Aye Vi Edgar Heap of Birds, Ana María Hernando, Jenny Holzer, Salomón Huerta, Anish Kapoor, James Lavadour, Christopher Myers, Faith Ringgold, Andy Warhol and Stanley Whitney. Runs through December 7.
JSMA | TIMES VARY | FREE JSMA AT PSU
Deinum Prize Showcase: Lillyanne Pham: thương—Lillyanne Pham `24, winner of the College of the Arts’ 2023 Deinum Prize, presents “thương,” a cross-generational, multimedia storytelling project documenting the stories of Vietnamese Portlanders and the locations that have played a crucial role for the Vietnamese community. Runs through December 14.
COTA, A+AH+D | TIMES VARY | FREE BROADWAY GALLERY
Portland Fashion in the Aughts See below.
A+AH+D | TIMES VARY | FREE AB AND MK GALLERIES
ABOVE: WORK BY FASHION DESIGNER
CLAIRE LA FAYE. PHOTO BY CLAIRE LA FAYE.
LEFT: WORK BY FASHION DESIGNER KATE TOWERS. PHOTO BY PETER VAN BEEVER.
To the nines: Documenting the creative independent fashion movement of Portland, Oregon, between 2000 and 2010, “Portland Fashion in the Aughts” is an exhibition capturing this pre-Instagram era through images, narratives and ephemera gathered by the community and curated by Marjorie Skinner, former fashion editor of the Portland Mercury. This exhibition is presented in conjunction with the new Sustainable Fashion minor program, as part of Portland Textile Month. Runs September 30 through October 31. See above.
Fridays@1 See page 9
ARCH | 1:00 PM | FREE SHATTUCK HALL ANNEX
Friends of Chamber Music: Trio con Brio Copenhagen Based in Denmark, Trio con Brio is one of the world’s finest piano ensembles and is recognized for its exceptional musicianship, fresh approach to the core repertoire, adventurous programming and commitment to bringing music to young people through their highly creative concerts. Additional performance on October 8.
CP | 7:30 PM | $32-$59
LINCOLN PERFORMANCE HALL
Noon Concert: Joe Manis Quartet—Saxophonist Joe Manis and drummer Charlie Doggett perform in a unique jazz instrumentation with keyboardists George Colligan (organ) and Keith Brown (piano).
M&T | NOON | FREE LINCOLN RECITAL HALL
Fridays@1 See page 9.
ARCH | 1:00 PM | FREE SHATTUCK HALL ANNEX
Naoko Ogigami’s “Rent-a-Cat” Film Screening See page 5.
FILM | 6:00 PM | FREE STUDIO THEATER
Noon Concert: Nanyi Qiang—A kaleidoscope of piano music from cultures around the world.
M&T | NOON | FREE LINCOLN RECITAL HALL
Fridays@1 See page 9
ARCH | 1:00 PM | FREE SHATTUCK HALL ANNEX
Exhibition Tour: Color Outside the Lines, from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation—The JSMA at PSU presents a public tour of “Color Outside the Lines, from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation.” Additional tour on November 16.
JSMA | 1:00 PM | FREE JSMA AT PSU
Strange Gothic: Christian Bodies, Islamic Silks—Guest lecturer Amanda Luyster of College of the Holy Cross presents a talk on the brightly colored and richly patterned Islamic and Byzantine silks, which were worn by English medieval ecclesiastics and courtly elite and used as elements of decor in the spaces they occupied.
A+AH+D | 2:00 PM | FREE ART BUILDING 200
Portland Piano International: Duo Amal: Yaron Kohlberg and Bishara Haroni—Pianists Yaron Kohlberg and Bishara Haroni perform the work of Schubert, Milhaud, Khachaturian, Shostakovich and others, in a recital evoking hope, longing and poetry.
CP | 4:00 PM | $53–$63
LINCOLN PERFORMANCE HALL
“Spaces of Exception” Film Screening and Q&A See page 5.
FILM | TIME TBA | FREE LOCATION TBA
Show & Tell—At the Graphic Design program’s lunchtime lectures, design professionals share wisdom on current topics in the industry.
A+AH+D | NOON | FREE ART BUILDING 320 AND VIRTUAL
Noon Concert: Joe Klause: Trumpet Metamorphosis Recital by Joe Klause (trumpet).
M&T | NOON | FREE LINCOLN RECITAL HALL
Bon Appétit! the Opera—A delicious operatic take on a classic episode of Julia Child’s popular television show. Mezzo soprano Christine Meadows returns as the flamboyant master chef, demonstrating how to make a classic French chocolate cake— Le Gâteau au Chocolat L’Éminence Brune. This concert will also feature art songs by the prolific and influential composer Lee Hoiby. Additional performance on October 27.
M&T, CP | TIMES VARY | $30–$40 STUDIO THEATER
Fridays@1 See page 9.
ARCH | 1:00 PM | FREE SHATTUCK HALL ANNEX
Friends of Chamber Music : Takács Quartet—Audience favorite Takács Quartet is joined by Julien Labro in an innovative program for string quartet and bandoneón.
CP | 7:30 PM | $32–$59
LINCOLN PERFORMANCE HALL
Friends of Chamber Music : Takács Quartet—The Takács Quartet performs works by Haydn, Britten and Beethoven.
CP | 7:30 PM | $32–$59
LINCOLN PERFORMANCE HALL
Show & Tell See October 24
A+AH+D | NOON | FREE ART BUILDING 320 AND VIRTUAL
Noon Concert: Yelling Choir—An ensemble reimagining voice, presence, gender and power. The choir, made up of femme, nonbinary and women musicians, is a vehicle of experimental relational technology, using play, somatic awareness and vocal practice.
M&T | NOON | FREE LINCOLN RECITAL HALL
Moving pictures: PSU School of Film hosts two film screenings this month, shining a cinematic light on the human experience of loneliness, the need for connection and community, and the meaning of home. On October 16, Film faculty member Dr. Patrick Terry presents Naoko Ogigami’s “Rent-a-Cat” (2012), courtesy of the Japan Foundation’s traveling film series. This quirky, melancholy and charming film relates the story of Sayoko, who facilitates encounters between people experiencing loneliness and the cats who bring them comfort.
Directed by Matt Peterson and Malek Rasamny, “Spaces of Exception” (2019) investigates and juxtaposes the struggles, communities and spaces of the American Indian reservation and the Palestinian refugee camp. Shot in Arizona, New Mexico, New York, South Dakota, Lebanon and the West Bank, “Spaces of Exception” is an attempt to understand the significance of the land—its memory and divisions—and the conditions needed for life, community and sovereignty. The screening on October 22 will be followed by a Q&A with the directors. See pages 3 and 4.
LEFT TO RIGHT: RAY NB, BARDS MYRICK, FRANK EINBODEN AND JOCELYN RESENDIZ IN “Y/OURS: THE WORK OF MUTUAL AID IN A (LONELY) DEMOCRACY” (2023)
PHOTO BY CHAD LANNING
Attitude of gratitude: What is the role of a citizen artist? How do we imagine a way forward that includes all of us in a climate of division and polarization? How do we create together when there is no time left? These are questions posed in “Y/OURS: tending gratitude and other acts of (radical) subversion,” a new evening-length performance devised, performed, and designed by PSU students. Guided by theater maker as social justice advocate Damaris Webb and PSU Theater professor Solomon Weisbard, this cohort of student creators engage pressing issues that are relevant to our communities and shared humanity. Webb and Weisbard also collaborated on the first iteration of this concept with the production of “Y/OURS: the work of mutual aid in a (lonely) democracy” in Fall 2023. Runs November 20–24. See page 8.
FRI 1 SAT 2 SUN 3 THU 7 FRI 8 THU 14
Fridays@1 See page 9
ARCH | 1:00 PM | FREE SHATTUCK HALL ANNEX
Conversation with Derrick Adams—Known for his bright palette and playful themes, artist Derrick Adams presents joyful depictions of contemporary Black culture. Adams discusses his work in conversation with Brennan Scarlett of the Big Yard Foundation and Maryanna Ramirez, director of the JSMA at PSU. A reception follows the talk.
JSMA | 4:00 PM | FREE LOCATION TBA
Portland Piano International: Clayton Stephenson—Pianist Clayton Stephenson performs works by Scarlatti, Beethoven, Gershwin, Liebermann, and others.
CP | 4:00 PM | $53–$63
LINCOLN PERFORMANCE HALL
Show & Tell See October 24.
A+AH+D | NOON | FREE ART BUILDING 320 AND VIRTUAL
Noon Concert: Dae Bryant: The Collective—Inspired by the dynamic interplay of space, time, language and Black American music, PSU alum Dae Bryant has gathered The Collective, an Afrocentric group of artists who boldly explore new frontiers through the innovative spirit of jazz and the wisdom of African ancestors.
M&T | NOON | FREE LINCOLN RECITAL HALL
White Bird Uncaged: Õkāreka Dance Company—White Bird presents a recital by New Zealand’s Õkāreka Dance Company. Additional performances on November 8 and 9.
CP | TIME TBA | COST TBA LINCOLN PERFORMANCE HALL
Fridays@1 See page 9.
ARCH | 1:00 PM | FREE SHATTUCK HALL ANNEX
Show & Tell See October 24
A+AH+D | NOON | FREE ART BUILDING 320 AND VIRTUAL
Noon Concert: Lisa Lee and Susan Chan—Guest violinist Lisa Lee and PSU piano faculty member Susan Chan perform works from the 19th century to the present day, including a premiere by Chinese American composer Lei Liang.
M&T | NOON | FREE LINCOLN RECITAL HALL
15 SAT 16 WED 20 THU 21 FRI 22
Fridays@1 See page 9.
ARCH | 1:00 PM | FREE SHATTUCK HALL ANNEX
Friends of Chamber Music: Erin Morley (soprano) and Malcolm Martineau (piano)—Erin Morley is praised for the “silken clarity of her voice and the needlepoint precision of her coloratura” (New York Times). She is joined by pianist Malcolm Martineau, recognized as one of the leading collaborative pianists of his generation.
CP | 7:30 PM | $32-$59 LINCOLN PERFORMANCE HALL
Portland Taiko: 30th Anniversary Concert—A performance with special guest Kristy “Aki” Oshiro.
CP | 7:00 PM | COST TBA LINCOLN PERFORMANCE HALL
Jazz Voice: Seasons—Jazz Voice Area students curate and perform an intimate concert highlighting solo vocalists and celebrating the changing seasons.
M&T | 7:00 PM | SLIDING SCALE; FREE WITH PSU ID LINCOLN RECITAL HALL
PSU Theater: Y/OURS: tending gratitude and other acts of (radical) subversion See page 6.
M&T | TIMES VARY | SLIDING SCALE BOILER ROOM STUDIO
Show & Tell See October 24
A+AH+D | NOON | FREE ART BUILDING 320 AND VIRTUAL
Noon Concert: Marsh-Titterington Piano Duo Perform Songs and Dances—Pianists Connie Titterington and Lisa Marsh celebrate more than 20 years of performing together with works by Samuel Barber, Astor Piazzolla, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor and the Marsh-Titterington Piano Duo.
M&T | NOON | FREE LINCOLN RECITAL HALL
PSU Choirs: Tapestry of Time—The Portland State Chamber Choir, Thorn Choir, and Rose Choir present an evening of music interweaving cultural influences from North America, South America, Europe, Africa and Asia. Music by female artists rounds out the program, with pieces by medieval composer Hildegard von Bingen and contemporary composer Elaine Hagenberg. Additional performance on November 24.
M&T | TIMES VARY
$20 GENERAL; $10 STUDENTS AND SENIORS FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Fridays@1 See page 9. ARCH | 1:00 PM | FREE SHATTUCK HALL ANNEX
PSU Percussion Ensemble—The PSU Percussion Ensemble presents contemporary works.
M&T | 3:00 PM | $10 GENERAL; FREE WITH PSU ID LINCOLN RECITAL HALL
Jazz Combo Nights—The Jazz Area Combos perform a variety of jazz and contemporary music arranged or composed by students and faculty. Additional performance November 26.
M&T | 7:00 PM | FREE LINCOLN RECITAL HALL
Portland State Opera: The Gift of the Magi—Portland State Opera presents a lyrical interpretation of O. Henry’s heartwarming tale of a poor young couple, deeply in love, and the sacrifices they make for each other. “The Gift of the Magi” brings the true spirit of the holiday season into vibrant focus in this sumptuous contemporary chamber opera, with music by David Conte and libretto by Nicholas Giardini. Additional performances through December 8.
M&T | TIMES VARY
$45 GENERAL; $35 SENIORS; $10 WITH PSU ID STUDIO THEATER
Form and function: Continuing a decadelong tradition, students in the School of Architecture spent many days this summer designing and building a brand-new Cherry Hill stage for the Pickathon music festival. This year’s temporary structure was made from more than 1,000 pieces of dimensional lumber, which the students fashioned into 80 connected gates, forming a meandering pathway that encircled the stage. In keeping with the “diversion design-build” principles guiding this project, the building materials will be reused in local high school woodshops and carpentry programs. At the School of Architecture’s weekly Fridays@1 lectures, students, faculty and visiting practitioners discuss issues of architectural theory and practice, innovations in the field, and current projects such as the Cherry Hill stage. See page 3.
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PSU Vocal Collective: Evergreen—The Vocal Collective, PSU’s premier contemporary vocal ensemble, features 13 treble voices with rhythm section performing innovative arrangements of jazz and commercial music by Jacob Collier, Säje, Lianne La Havas, Yebba, Van Halen and more.
M&T | 7:00 PM | SLIDING SCALE; FREE WITH PSU ID BOILER ROOM STUDIO
Steve Wilson Master Class—Called “the consummate saxophonist-composer” by Jazz Times, Steve Wilson gives a master class to PSU Jazz students.
M&T | 10:00 AM | FREE LINCOLN HALL 47
Noon Concert: Opera Workshop—Opera Workshop students perform a selection of operatic scenes.
M&T | NOON | FREE LINCOLN RECITAL HALL
Wind Symphony & University Band Concert—PSU’s Wind Symphony and University Band perform musical selections for wind and percussion.
M&T | 7:00 PM | $10 GENERAL; FREE WITH PSU ID LINCOLN PERFORMANCE HALL
Steve Wilson with the PSU Jazz Band—Steve Wilson has attained legendary status in the studio and on the stage, regularly playing with the greatest names in jazz. A bandleader in his own right, he has been called “one of the finest alto and soprano saxophonists of our time” by Jazz Times. Here, he performs with the Portland State Jazz Band, led by Professor George Colligan.
M&T | 7:00 PM | $20 GENERAL; FREE WITH PSU ID LINCOLN PERFORMANCE HALL
Threads of Harmony: A Winter Choir Concert and Community Sing—Join the PSU University Choir and Community Choirs under the direction of Coty Raven Morris, Peter Freeman and Ian Timmons for an evening of holiday and cultural selections. The concert will also feature performances by talented local high school students and a guest community choir, with an array of enchanting stories and music that will warm the heart.
M&T | 7:30 PM
$20 GENERAL, $10 STUDENTS AND SENIORS FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH
YOUR GIFT MAKES A DIFFERENCE
SUPPORT THE COLLEGE OF THE ARTS
“This scholarship helped me better visualize the potential I have to succeed in school and in my future career.”
—2023-2024 scholarship recipient, pursuing a Bachelor of Music in Music Education, College of the Arts, Class of 2025
Your generosity plays a crucial role in uplifting our students and faculty in the College of the Arts (COTA), helping them achieve their dreams. With your support, they acquire the skills and develop the portfolios needed to serve as visionary leaders in an ever-changing world. By contributing to COTA scholarships, faculty research, initiatives and programs, you help PSU cultivate the next generation of artists and sustain a vibrant, creative community. Thank you for making a difference!
SAXOPHONIST
STEVE WILSON PERFORMS WITH THE PSU JAZZ BAND ON DECEMBER 6 AND GIVES A MASTER CLASS ON DECEMBER 5. SEE PAGE 10.
Contact Kailin Mooney, Director of Development, at mooneyk@psuf.org or or 503.725.5031 for more information.
To make a gift, visit giving.psuf.org/give-cota
PHOTO BY YUKI KUNISHIMA
CAMPUS VENUES
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Lincoln Hall
1620 SW Park Avenue
Boiler Room Studio—Room 55
Performance Hall—Room 175
Recital Hall—Room 75
Studio Theater—Room 115 Room 47
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3
Fariborz Maseeh Hall (FMH) 1855 SW Broadway
Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at PSU (JSMA at PSU)—
Ground Floor
Shattuck Hall 1914 SW Park Avenue
Shattuck Hall Annex
4 Art Building 2000 SW 5th Avenue
AB and MK Galleries Room 200 Room 320
TICKETS, PARKING & SAFETY
Tickets—Purchase tickets through the University Box Office at pdx.edu/boxoffice or 503.725.3305.
Parking at Lincoln Hall—The nearest parking is in PSU Parking Structure 2 (SW Broadway and Mill)
Parking Rates
Mon–Sat—$5 after 5 p.m.
Sat—$7 all day
Sun—$5 all day
Metered street parking is also available.
Health and Safety—Events at Portland State University follow health and safety protocol as set by local, state, and federal officials. Please check pdx.edu/arts for updates on specific events before attending.
OFFCAMPUS VENUES
First Congregational Church 1126 SW Park Avenue
First United Methodist Church 1838 SW Jefferson Street
