Claire Rigsby
Latest News on Claire Rigsby:
Review: THE BED TRICK at Artists Repertory Theatre (Oct 13, 2025)
Review: MRS. HARRISON at Portland Center Stage (Jan 30, 2025)
Portland Center To Present MRS. HARRISON (Dec 19, 2024)
Review: THE BED TRICK at Artists Repertory Theatre (Oct 13, 2025)
Review: MRS. HARRISON at Portland Center Stage (Jan 30, 2025)
Portland Center To Present MRS. HARRISON (Dec 19, 2024)
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Review: THE BED TRICK at Artists Repertory Theatre
by Krista Garver - Oct 13, 2025
What did our critic think of THE BED TRICK at Artists Repertory Theatre? Is all well that ends well? If you’re familiar with Shakespeare's comedy, you know this is a loaded question. The play's supposedly happy resolution hinges on the 'bed trick,' a deception in which one person tricks another person into sex by impersonating a third. It's a troubling foundation for romance, and Keiko Green's incisive new comedy THE BED TRICK, now opening Artists Repertory's season, interrogates this ancient narrative device for our modern moment.
by Krista Garver - Oct 13, 2025
What did our critic think of THE BED TRICK at Artists Repertory Theatre? Is all well that ends well? If you’re familiar with Shakespeare's comedy, you know this is a loaded question. The play's supposedly happy resolution hinges on the 'bed trick,' a deception in which one person tricks another person into sex by impersonating a third. It's a troubling foundation for romance, and Keiko Green's incisive new comedy THE BED TRICK, now opening Artists Repertory's season, interrogates this ancient narrative device for our modern moment.
Review: MRS. HARRISON at Portland Center Stage
by Krista Garver - Jan 30, 2025
MRS. HARRISON is one of those rare productions that succeeds in entertaining while also forcing us to examine our assumptions, in this case about the stories we claim as our own.
by Krista Garver - Jan 30, 2025
MRS. HARRISON is one of those rare productions that succeeds in entertaining while also forcing us to examine our assumptions, in this case about the stories we claim as our own.
Portland Center To Present MRS. HARRISON
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
Portland Center Stage has announced its upcoming production of Mrs. Harrison, a thought-provoking drama by celebrated playwright R. Eric Thomas.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2024
Portland Center Stage has announced its upcoming production of Mrs. Harrison, a thought-provoking drama by celebrated playwright R. Eric Thomas.
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Portland Playhouse
by Krista Garver - Dec 10, 2024
What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Portland Playhouse?
by Krista Garver - Dec 10, 2024
What did our critic think of A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Portland Playhouse?
Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Portland Playhouse
by Krista Garver - Nov 30, 2023
There is no better way to get into the holiday spirit than this beautiful production of a timeless classic.
by Krista Garver - Nov 30, 2023
There is no better way to get into the holiday spirit than this beautiful production of a timeless classic.
Review: MATILDA THE MUSICAL at Portland Playhouse
by Krista Garver - Oct 20, 2023
This ambitious production – a cast of nearly 20, including 10 children! – is totally enchanting.
by Krista Garver - Oct 20, 2023
This ambitious production – a cast of nearly 20, including 10 children! – is totally enchanting.
Review: TRUE STORY at Artists Repertory Theatre
by Krista Garver - May 16, 2023
What did our critic think of TRUE STORY at Artists Repertory Theatre?
by Krista Garver - May 16, 2023
What did our critic think of TRUE STORY at Artists Repertory Theatre?
Risk/Reward Reveals 15th Anniversary Festival Lineup
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2023
The Risk/Reward Festival showcases new works by indie performing artists from across the region. Come celebrate our 15th Anniversary blurring the boundaries of independent theater, music, dance, interactive installation, and performance art in new and surprising ways. In addition to seven incredible PNW artists, we will also be presenting readings of new work by drag artists in Portland on Saturday, June 22, and Sunday, June 23 at 2pm.
by Stephi Wild - May 5, 2023
The Risk/Reward Festival showcases new works by indie performing artists from across the region. Come celebrate our 15th Anniversary blurring the boundaries of independent theater, music, dance, interactive installation, and performance art in new and surprising ways. In addition to seven incredible PNW artists, we will also be presenting readings of new work by drag artists in Portland on Saturday, June 22, and Sunday, June 23 at 2pm.
RENT Runs May 21-July 10 At Portland Center Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2022
Jonathan Larson's Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning rock musical Rent takes over Portland Center Stage hot off its 25th anniversary. Rent will be directed by PCS's Associate Artistic Director Chip Miller. It begins previews on May 21, opens on May 27, and runs through July 10 on the U.S. Bank Main Stage. The production, originally slated to run through June 26, has already been extended due to strong ticket sales.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 22, 2022
Jonathan Larson's Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award-winning rock musical Rent takes over Portland Center Stage hot off its 25th anniversary. Rent will be directed by PCS's Associate Artistic Director Chip Miller. It begins previews on May 21, opens on May 27, and runs through July 10 on the U.S. Bank Main Stage. The production, originally slated to run through June 26, has already been extended due to strong ticket sales.
Portland Center Stage Presents THE BELLS THAT STILL CAN RING
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2020
After triumphant appearances in some of Portland Center Stage's most popular holiday productions, actor Isaac Lamb returns to PCS to helm a new and altogether different kind of seasonal offering, The Bells That Still Can Ring.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 25, 2020
After triumphant appearances in some of Portland Center Stage's most popular holiday productions, actor Isaac Lamb returns to PCS to helm a new and altogether different kind of seasonal offering, The Bells That Still Can Ring.
Portland Playhouse Announces WONDERLAND Virtual Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2020
In a time of uncertainty for the country and for the arts, Portland Playhouse put out a call to local artists to open our hearts and broaden our perspectives. The result is Wonderland, a virtual festival of four short new works that directly engage with our current socio-political landscape from the perspective of WONDER.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 17, 2020
In a time of uncertainty for the country and for the arts, Portland Playhouse put out a call to local artists to open our hearts and broaden our perspectives. The result is Wonderland, a virtual festival of four short new works that directly engage with our current socio-political landscape from the perspective of WONDER.
Portland Shakes' Presents PROSCENIUM LIVE Free Festival Of New Work
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 13, 2019
Portland Shakespeare Project and Proscenium Journal present the fifth annual Proscenium Live Festival of New Work with two days of fresh plays. This year's festival takes place at Portland State University's Lincoln Hall, in the Boiler Room Studio Theater. All performances are free, no ticket reservations are necessary, and seating is general admission.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 13, 2019
Portland Shakespeare Project and Proscenium Journal present the fifth annual Proscenium Live Festival of New Work with two days of fresh plays. This year's festival takes place at Portland State University's Lincoln Hall, in the Boiler Room Studio Theater. All performances are free, no ticket reservations are necessary, and seating is general admission.
BWW Review: Beware of Office Workers Bearing Chainsaws: THE SECRETARIES at Profile Theatre
by Krista Garver - Jun 27, 2018
Remember the movie 9 to 5? Now picture it with chainsaws. Add in a very heavy dose of internalized sexism, and you'll come close to having THE SECRETARIES, written by the comedy troupe Five Lesbian Brothers, aka Maureen Angelos, Babs Davy, Dominique Dibbell, Peg Healey, and Lisa Kron.
by Krista Garver - Jun 27, 2018
Remember the movie 9 to 5? Now picture it with chainsaws. Add in a very heavy dose of internalized sexism, and you'll come close to having THE SECRETARIES, written by the comedy troupe Five Lesbian Brothers, aka Maureen Angelos, Babs Davy, Dominique Dibbell, Peg Healey, and Lisa Kron.
BWW Review: Good Intentions Lead You Know Where in Scathing Comedy THE THANKSGIVING PLAY, at Artists Rep
by Krista Garver - Apr 12, 2018
THE THANKSGIVING PLAY, which is having its world premiere at Artists Rep, soundly skewers a group of white well-meaning liberals for being so focused on not giving offense that they can't do anything meaningful at all. It's funny, biting, and often much closer to the truth than it's comfortable to admit.
by Krista Garver - Apr 12, 2018
THE THANKSGIVING PLAY, which is having its world premiere at Artists Rep, soundly skewers a group of white well-meaning liberals for being so focused on not giving offense that they can't do anything meaningful at all. It's funny, biting, and often much closer to the truth than it's comfortable to admit.
Review Roundup: THE THANKSGIVING PLAY at Artists Rep
by Leah Windahl - Apr 11, 2018
The reviews are in for THE THANKSGIVING PLAY at Artists Rep! The world-premiere of Larissa FastHorse's new play opened on April 1st and will run through April 29th.
by Leah Windahl - Apr 11, 2018
The reviews are in for THE THANKSGIVING PLAY at Artists Rep! The world-premiere of Larissa FastHorse's new play opened on April 1st and will run through April 29th.
Photo Flash: Artists Repertory Theatre Presents THE THANKSGIVING PLAY
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2018
Artists Repertory Theatre is proud to present the World Premiere of The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa FastHorse (Sicangu Lakota) from April 1 through 29, on the Morrison Stage. The play is directed by Luan Schooler, Artists Rep's Director of New Play Development & Dramaturgy. The Thanksgiving Play is the second commission of the theatre's Table|Room|Stage new play development program to receive its World Premiere at Artists Rep.
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 5, 2018
Artists Repertory Theatre is proud to present the World Premiere of The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa FastHorse (Sicangu Lakota) from April 1 through 29, on the Morrison Stage. The play is directed by Luan Schooler, Artists Rep's Director of New Play Development & Dramaturgy. The Thanksgiving Play is the second commission of the theatre's Table|Room|Stage new play development program to receive its World Premiere at Artists Rep.
THE THANKSGIVING PLAY By Larissa FastHorse Comes to Artists Rep, 4/1
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2018
Artists Repertory Theatre is proud to present the World Premiere of The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa FastHorse (Sicangu Lakota) from April 1 through 29, on the Morrison Stage. The play is directed by Luan Schooler, Artists Rep's Director of New Play Development & Dramaturgy. The Thanksgiving Play is the second commission of the theatre's Table|Room|Stage new play development program to receive its World Premiere at Artists Rep.
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 16, 2018
Artists Repertory Theatre is proud to present the World Premiere of The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa FastHorse (Sicangu Lakota) from April 1 through 29, on the Morrison Stage. The play is directed by Luan Schooler, Artists Rep's Director of New Play Development & Dramaturgy. The Thanksgiving Play is the second commission of the theatre's Table|Room|Stage new play development program to receive its World Premiere at Artists Rep.
Photo Flash: First Look at A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Portland Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2017
Portland Playhouse's fun, festive, family favorite A CHRISTMAS CAROL transforms the Hampton Opera Center into Dickensian England, directed by Brian Weaver and Cristi Miles for a run through December 30. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
by BWW News Desk - Dec 5, 2017
Portland Playhouse's fun, festive, family favorite A CHRISTMAS CAROL transforms the Hampton Opera Center into Dickensian England, directed by Brian Weaver and Cristi Miles for a run through December 30. BroadwayWorld has a first look at the cast in action below!
Proscenium Live Free Festival of New Work Arrives from Portland Shakes & Proscenium Journal
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2017
Portland Shakespeare Project and Proscenium Journal, in association with Artists Repertory Theatre, present the third annual Proscenium Live Festival of New Work. All performances are free and begin at 7:30pm on Artists Rep's Alder Stage.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 11, 2017
Portland Shakespeare Project and Proscenium Journal, in association with Artists Repertory Theatre, present the third annual Proscenium Live Festival of New Work. All performances are free and begin at 7:30pm on Artists Rep's Alder Stage.
Oregon Children's Theatre to Present Stage Adaptation of FLORA & ULYSSES
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2017
Can a hairless, little squirrel change the human heart? After getting sucked up by a Ulysses 2000x vacuum cleaner, a squirrel is rescued by Flora Belle Buckman, a 10-year-old self-proclaimed cynic. She names him Ulysses and discovers he has been reborn a superhero. Indeed, this once average squirrel can suddenly understand Flora, fly, and even write poetry. Together they embark on an adventure full of quirky characters and bursting with heart.
by BWW News Desk - Feb 25, 2017
Can a hairless, little squirrel change the human heart? After getting sucked up by a Ulysses 2000x vacuum cleaner, a squirrel is rescued by Flora Belle Buckman, a 10-year-old self-proclaimed cynic. She names him Ulysses and discovers he has been reborn a superhero. Indeed, this once average squirrel can suddenly understand Flora, fly, and even write poetry. Together they embark on an adventure full of quirky characters and bursting with heart.
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