Scott Palmer

Industry Pro Newsletter: New Leadership Across Institutions, SDC/Off-Broadway Announce a New Contract
by Alex Freeman - Jun 30, 2025

The vibrant and contentious spirit of the arts industry was on display this week. Broadway artists protested against a proposed Times Square Casino, while other groups rallied in support. Democratic senators staged a Pride event at the Kennedy Center amidst the Trump Administrations takeover of the facility. Amidst these battles, there's also significant movement within the organizations themselves, with a wave of new leadership stepping into prominent roles across New York and regional theaters, signalling change as the only constant in the industry.

Bag&Baggage Productions Reveals New Leadership
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2025

 Bag&Baggage Productions announced the formation of an Artistic Leadership Committee to guide the company’s artistic direction after the departure of former Producing Artistic Director Nik Whitcomb.

Bag&Baggage To Present Two New Works At Portland's Fertile Ground Festival
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 10, 2024

Explore two new theatrical works at Bag&Baggage Productions as part of the Fertile Grounds festival.

B&B and Jeanette Harrison Develop Native Theatre Project
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 9, 2024

Multi-hyphenate director, producer, and community builder Jeanette Harrison has been awarded $200,000 from the NoVo Foundation to develop Native Theater Project.

Love, Neurodiversity, And Alternate Mental Realities In WORLD BUILDERS At Bag&Baggage Productions
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 23, 2024

Bag&Baggage Productions, Hillsboro's resident professional theater company, challenges what we think we know about neurodiversity with World Builders by Johnna Adams, directed by Scott Palmer.

Last Chance to Vote for the BWW Portland Awards; Voting Ends 12/31
by BWW Awards - Dec 26, 2023

It's the final week left to vote for the 2023 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!

2 Weeks to Vote for the BWW Portland Awards; INTO THE WOODS, AMERICAN GIRL, Gallery Theater & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 18, 2023

There's just two weeks left to vote and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 18th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

BroadwayWorld Portland Awards; INTO THE WOODS, AMERICAN GIRL, Gallery Theater & More Lead!
by BWW Awards - Dec 11, 2023

It's the final 3 weeks and we have the latest standings as of Monday, December 11th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: CHARLES DICKENS WRITES A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Revolution Stage Company
by Kay Kudukis - Dec 10, 2023

What did our critic think of CHARLES DICKENS WRITES A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Revolution Stage Company?

BroadwayWorld Portland Awards December 5th Standings; INTO THE WOODS Leads Best Musical!
by BWW Awards - Dec 5, 2023

It's December, and the first standings of the month have been announced as of Tuesday, December 5th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Previews: CHARLES DICKENS WRITES A CHRISTMAS CAROL at Revolution Stage Company
by Kay Kudukis - Dec 4, 2023

Palm Springs’ newest professional theater company, REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY, celebrates the Season with a BELOVED HOLIDAY CLASSIC! – Dickens Writes A Christmas Carol.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2023 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards; AND THEN THEIR WERE NONE Leads Best Play!
by BWW Awards - Nov 27, 2023

Happy Holidays! The latest wave of standings have been announced as of Monday, November 27th for the 2023 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards! Don't miss out on making sure that your favorite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

RED VELVET, WHO'S HOLIDAY! & More Set for Bag&Baggage Productions 2023/24 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 13, 2023

 Bag&Baggage Productions has announced their 2023-2024 season, the first under new Artistic Director Nik Whitcomb.

Bag&Baggage Productions Names Nik Whitcomb New Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 30, 2022

Bag&Baggage now begins a new exciting chapter, ushered in by the appointment of their new Artistic Director Nik Whitcomb.

THE LAST WHITE MAN Comes to The Vault Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 28, 2022

Bag&Baggage Productions, Hillsboro’s resident professional theatre company, continues their work of interrogating Sheakespeare’s lasting impact with their upcoming production of The Last White Man by Bill Cain, Directed by B&B Founding Artistic Director Scott Palmer in his first return to The Vault stage since 2019.

Company Of Fools Cancels 25th Anniversary Season Amidst COVID-19 Concerns
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 2, 2020

Company of Fools, the professional theatre arm of Sun Valley Museum of Art, announced today the cancellation of all programming for its 25th Anniversary Season due to ongoing COVID-19 pandemic health precautions, actor safety concerns and community feedback. The Fools will plan to reopen in 2021 with a full offering of live performance experiences.

Portland Theatre Artists Launch Digital Content Initiatives
by Krista Garver - Apr 6, 2020

Just because theatres are closed doesn't mean we can't have theatre! Here are some fun initiatives from Portland's awesome theatre artists.

Bag&Baggage Announces 2020/21 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Apr 3, 2020

In the midst of current theatre closures and social distancing efforts, Bag&Baggage Productions, Hillsboro's resident professional theatre, is looking to the future. While B&B's typical theatre season begins in the summer months, the company's plans for the 2020/21 Season are shifting in response to the current state of the world, with the new season slated to open in September of 2020.

Winners Announced For 2019 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards
by Alan Henry - Jan 16, 2020

Following a record number of nominations and votes, winners have been announced for the 2019 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards, brought to you by TodayTix!! The nominees were set, audiences voted, and now we get to recognize local theatres and performers for their outstanding achievement!

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!