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Northwest Children’s Theater to Present MAD HATTER'S TEA PARTY
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2026

MAD HATTER'S TEA PARTY will return to The Judy in Portland. The interactive theatrical experience will run May 9 through May 24 with multiple daily performances. Tickets are now available.

ALICE IN WONDERLAND: A JAZZ MUSICAL Returns To Northwest Children’s Theater
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2026

Northwest Children's Theater will present the return of Alice in Wonderland: A Jazz Musical from March 28 through April 19 on The Schnitzer Stage at The Judy in downtown Portland.

SPOTLIGHT: A FAMILY ARTS FESTIVAL Comes to Portland This Month
by Stephi Wild - Sep 14, 2023

For one weekend only, catch Portland’s best theater, music, and dance geared toward children and families at Spotlight: A Family Arts Festival! Learn more about the festival and find out how to attend here!

Nominees Announced For the 13th Annual Portland Area Musical Theatre Awards
by Stephi Wild - Jun 8, 2020

Nominees have been announced for the 13th Annual Portland Area Musical Theatre Awards. The ceremony will take place on Youtube, June 14 at 7pm.

IS EVERYBODY HERE? Zoom Musical Raises Money For Artist Relief Tree
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2020

Set in a Zoom call, Is Everybody Here? is a collaborative effort of more than 30 creators illustrating the current moment of COVID-19 in a 40-minute musical revue of ten songs.

Photo Flash: NW Children's Theater Presents ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S WE'RE IN A PLAY
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 25, 2020

If you have kids, chances are you've read Mo Willems' Elephant & Piggie books. NWCT Artistic Director Sarah Jane Hardy brings the world of Elephant & Piggie to life in an upbeat musical that weaves through eight of his most popular books, including Elephants Cannot Dance, I Love My New Toy, and Should I Share My Ice Cream? The tour is modeled on NWCT's 2018 production, which enjoyed sold-out houses and rave reviews.

NW Children's Theater Presents ELEPHANT & PIGGIE'S WE'RE IN A PLAY
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2020

The beloved play travels to Portland, Hillsboro, Sherwood, Gresham, and Salem If you have kids, chances are you've read Mo Willems' Elephant & Piggie books. NWCT Artistic Director Sarah Jane Hardy brings the world of Elephant & Piggie to life in an upbeat musical that weaves through eight of his most popular books, including Elephants Cannot Dance, I Love My New Toy, and Should I Share My Ice Cream? The tour is modeled on NWCT's 2018 production, which enjoyed sold-out houses and rave reviews.

Final Week To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards
by BWW - Dec 23, 2019

There's just one final week to submit votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

December 19th Update: IN THE HEIGHTS - Portland Center Stage Leads Best Musical Category in the BWW Portland Awards Voting
by BWW Staff - Dec 19, 2019

We're heading into the final week of voting for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Vote today to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

Just Two Weeks Left To Vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards
by BWW - Dec 16, 2019

There's just two weeks left to vote for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

BroadwayWorld Portland Awards Update: IN THE HEIGHTS - Portland Center Stage Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 9, 2019

There's just a few weeks left to make your voice heard and submit your votes for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The people have spoken nominations are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatre's achievements and performers are recognized!

December 2nd Update - Current Standings for the BWW Portland Awards!
by BWW - Dec 2, 2019

It's December! Voting is now underway for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! Now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized. Check out the first set of stats below.

First Standings - Voting Opens for the BWW Portland Awards!
by BWW - Nov 25, 2019

Voting is NOW OPEN and the first votes are in for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards, brought to you by TodayTix! The nominees are set, and now you can vote to make sure your favorite local theatres and performers are recognized!

Artists Rep Shares Cast & Design Team Updates to Season
by Julie Musbach - Jul 26, 2018

Kicking off with two shows in September, Artists Rep's 2018/19 season features seven compelling contemporary plays in their subscription series, plus two bonus shows. These plays are highly entertaining theatrical experiences, written by some of the nation's most acclaimed playwrights.

Take Flight With NWCT's PETER PAN
by Stephi Wild - Apr 14, 2018

NWCT closes the 25th Anniversary Season with our flagship production. What better way to celebrate our birthday, than with the boy who never grows up! This original adaptation first flew across our stage in 2012, and we can't wait to re-join Peter, Wendy, and friends as they befriend mermaids, battle pirates, and revel in the magic of imagination.

Photo Flight: NWCT Soars in The Starling's AMELIA EARHART'S FIRST FLIGHT
by Julie Musbach - Sep 2, 2017

The Starlings, NWCT's all-bird, all-puppet acting troupe, return for this imaginative exploration of the airplane. Follow Amelia Earhart on an interactive, puppet-fueled extravaganza as she soars through the history of women in flight from the early airplane to the space program.

Portland Area Musical Theatre Awards Announce 2015-2016 Nominations
by Louisa Brady - May 27, 2016

The Portland Area Musical Theatre Awards have announced this year's nominations! See the full list below. The ceremony will take place June 6 at 7pm at the Portland Center for the Performing Arts in the Winningstad Theatre.

2015 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards - Last Week to Vote!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 24, 2015

Happy Holidays! It's the last week to vote for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Portland Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 18. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31!

2015 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards Update - Joe Theissen in Big Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 18, 2015

Time is running out to vote for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Portland Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 18. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31!

2015 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards Update - Joe Theissen, Peter Schuyler Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - Dec 11, 2015

Voting is fully underway for the 2015 BroadwayWorld Portland Regional Awards! Check out the latest live stats as of December 11. Nominations were reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting runs through December 31.