Merideth Kaye Clark

Review: COME FROM AWAY at The Seattle Rep
by Jay Irwin - Dec 4, 2025

Dear Readers, back in 2015 we were blessed with the masterpiece that is “Come From Away” by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. It had one of its pre-broadway tryouts at The Seattle Rep and was a huge hit and personally, absolutely wrecked me emotionally. Now 10 years later this brilliant show is back at the Rep but with a local production as opposed to the Broadway or touring staging. And while the show still wrecked me and made me leave with a soaked handkerchief, there were some elements that gave me pause. We’ll get to those.

Last Chance To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards; GREASE THE MUSICAL at Gallery Theater Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 27, 2024

This is the last chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Final Week To Vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards; Twilight Theater Company Leads Favorite Local Theatre!
by BWW Awards - Dec 23, 2024

This is the final week to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Vote For The 2024 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards; SWEENEY TODD at Twilight Theater Company Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 16, 2024

Voting continues for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Portland Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 9, 2024

Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

First Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW Portland Awards
by BWW Awards - Dec 2, 2024

Check out the first stats for the 2024 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: BEAUTIFUL: THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL at Broadway Rose
by Krista Garver - Jul 30, 2024

Enjoy some of the most iconic music produced across several decades being performed by a first-rate cast led by Merideth Kaye Clark.

Ari Notartomaso Presents Original Musical WAKEMAN In Concert At The Alberta Rose Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 23, 2024

Rising star Ari Notartomaso to perform new Broadway-aimed musical score in Portland. Catch the talented actor at the Alberta Rose Theatre on Feb. 25th.

Portland-Based Performer Jenn Grinels Named Inaugural Writer In Residence for the Emerging Writers Residency at Circle in the Square Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 14, 2024

Portland-based songwriter Jenn Grinels has been chosen for the Emerging Writers Residency at Circle in the Square Theatre in NYC. Before leaving, she will present a concert of highlights from her new musical The Rosetta Project at Alberta Rose Theatre on February 25th. Tickets available at AlbertaRoseTheatre.com.

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.

Review: IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Portland Center Stage
by Krista Garver - Dec 9, 2022

What did our critic think of IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY at Portland Center Stage? It's the theatrical equivalent of hot cocoa with whipped cream.

Photos: First Look At IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY At Portland Center Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 23, 2022

See photos of George Bailey, Clarence, and the Bedford Falls community coming to life at Portland Center Stage this holiday season, in a fresh, inventive reimagining of the beloved holiday story. It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play will begin preview performances on November 19, open on November 25, and run through December 24 on the U.S. Bank Main Stage. Tickets are on sale now.

IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE: A LIVE RADIO PLAY Returns To Portland Center Stage
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 8, 2022

George Bailey, Clarence, and the Bedford Falls community will come to life at Portland Center Stage this holiday season, in a fresh, inventive reimagining of the beloved holiday story. It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play will begin preview performances on November 19, open on November 25, and run through December 24 on the U.S. Bank Main Stage. Tickets are on sale now.

SWIRL IN THE PEARL: A PCS Benefit Performance Announced May 3
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 15, 2022

Portland Center Stage's Swirl in the Pearl: A PCS Benefit Performance will take over The Armory on May 3 to celebrate the power of great theater and wonderful community. Favorite Portland artists will be glammed up and ready to delight, including Merideth Kaye Clark, Susannah Mars, Vin Shambry, LaRhonda Steele, Leah Yorkston, and Ken Yoshikawa.

Winners Announced For The BroadwayWorld 2021 Portland Awards
by BWW Awards - Jan 13, 2022

Winners have been announced for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards. The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Last Chance To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Portland Awards; LOCH LOMOND Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 27, 2021

This is the last chance to vote for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Final Weeks To Vote For The BroadwayWorld Portland Awards; Broadway Rose's LOCH LOMOND Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 20, 2021

Time is running out to vote for for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards; Broadway Rose's DADDY LONG LEGS Leads Best Streaming Musical!
by BWW Staff - Dec 13, 2021

Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Vote For The 2021 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards; First Stats Announced!
by BWW - Dec 6, 2021

Our readers set the nominees, and now voting is open for the 2021 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! The 2021 Regional Awards honor productions which had their first performance between October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021.

Portland Performers to Team up for ROSETTA PROJECT Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 12, 2021

Portland, OR-based performers Jenn Grinels and Merideth Kaye Clark have joined forces for a concert, “Rosetta Project,” set to take place July 23 and July 24, 2021 at the Bridgetown Conservatory of Musical Theatre in Portland.