¡El Espectacular! at the Reser

El Espectacular! January 24, 2026

Innovative melding of Pan American, Taiko, classical music, and dance on stage for one show-stopping performance for all ages in support of Orchestra Nova Northwest + Cognizart!

Joyful. Exuberant. Fun.

Featured performers Adam Eccleston, Takohachi, Freddy Vilches, Poison Waters

Honoring Bodyvox and Jamey Hampton & Ashley Roland

Secure your VIP sponsorship here: https://tinyurl.com/2nksjrun

This high-energy, joyful event will feature festive and expressive works by Freddy Vilches and other acclaimed Latin American composers, weaving together diverse musical traditions from across the Americas. El Espectacular! honors cultural identity and creative innovation through rhythm, color, and connection, promising an unforgettable experience including.

– A new flute concerto by Portland-based composer Giancarlo D’Addona Castro, written for and performed by ONN Executive Director and celebrated flutist Adam Eccleston.

– A fusion of music and dance featuring the modernity of Bodyvox’s choreography coupled with classical orchestral music.

– Performance by Poison Waters!

– Performances by Cognizart’s Young Artists Debut! Winners, including the taiko ensemble featuring Jin Nakajima and Calvin Stuczynski performing with composer Yumi Torimaru, Director of Takohachi.

– Young Artists Debut! Winner Nikita Itstratov will also perform a spellbinding Prokofiev piece with the orchestra.

For a select few, we invite you to enhance your experience by becoming a VIP Sponsor! Balcony seating is available exclusively for Sponsors, and we will host a limited VIP Reception at 5:30 p.m. featuring special guest stars and surprises. Limited VIP Golden Ticket experiences are available!

Don’t miss this incredible, one-night-only event!