The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts (The Reser) in Beaverton, Oregon, opened in March 2022, marking a significant addition to the region’s cultural landscape. Designed by Opsis Architecture and built by Skanska, this 45,000 square-foot multidisciplinary arts center features a 550-seat proscenium theater inspired by the natural environment. The theatre’s interior, with its back-lit wood paneling and vivid blue seating, evokes the warmth of a beaver’s home and the serene beauty of a pond, providing both aesthetic appeal and superior acoustics.

The Reser is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, making it a versatile venue for a wide range of performances, from orchestral concerts to theatrical productions. Because of the demand for flexible acoustics in a multi-use space such as The Reser, Theater Consulting Group chose to outfit the hall with a Wenger custom Diva Shell. The shell ensures world-class acoustics for musical ensembles performing in the space, but can also be stored backstage when The Reser is hosting a theatrical performance. 

The realization of The Reser was a community-driven effort, with significant contributions from local government, the Beaverton Arts Foundation, and over 1,000 individual donors. This collaborative project, which broke ground in late 2019, reflects the community’s long-held desire for a regional arts destination and stands as a testament to what can be achieved through shared vision and dedication.