Teatro Milagro Launches 2016 National Tour in Portland with BROKEN PROMISES Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2016
Teatro Milagro launches its 2016 national tour in Portland with BROKEN PROMISES by Olga Sanchez. This original work, created in collaboration with Planned Parenthood, is based on the true life stories of teen girls who are lured into prostitution. The production runs tonight, January 14-23, 2016 at El Centro Milagro, 525 SE Stark Street, Portland, OR 97214.
by BWW News Desk - January 14, 2016
Teatro Milagro launches its 2016 national tour in Portland with BROKEN PROMISES by Olga Sanchez. This original work, created in collaboration with Planned Parenthood, is based on the true life stories of teen girls who are lured into prostitution. The production runs tonight, January 14-23, 2016 at El Centro Milagro, 525 SE Stark Street, Portland, OR 97214.
2016 Fertile Ground Festival Kicks Off 1/23
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2016
Lakewood Theatre Company will be presenting four original works January 23 - 27, 2016 in conjunction with Portland's Fertile Ground Festival. Fertile Ground, sponsored by the Portland Area Theatre Alliance, is a citywide festival focused on new work in the Arts. It features world premiere projects, staged readings, developing works and a myriad of other arts events from the Portland creative community.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2016
Lakewood Theatre Company will be presenting four original works January 23 - 27, 2016 in conjunction with Portland's Fertile Ground Festival. Fertile Ground, sponsored by the Portland Area Theatre Alliance, is a citywide festival focused on new work in the Arts. It features world premiere projects, staged readings, developing works and a myriad of other arts events from the Portland creative community.
Oregon Children's Theatre to Present IMPULSE Improv Comedy
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2016
Following last year's sold out shows and previous improv competition wins, Impulse is back and ready to create fast-paced comedic scenes and games on stage! The entire show is made-up on the spot; no scripts, no costumes, and no pre-planned scenes. Relying only on suggestions from the audience and their quick wits, Impulse creates unique and exciting performances guaranteed to entertain. Expect the unexpected and get ready for hilarity and adventure when Impulse takes the stage!
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2016
Following last year's sold out shows and previous improv competition wins, Impulse is back and ready to create fast-paced comedic scenes and games on stage! The entire show is made-up on the spot; no scripts, no costumes, and no pre-planned scenes. Relying only on suggestions from the audience and their quick wits, Impulse creates unique and exciting performances guaranteed to entertain. Expect the unexpected and get ready for hilarity and adventure when Impulse takes the stage!
CoHo's New Adaptation of THE YELLOW WALLPAPER Begins Tonight
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2016
CoHo Productions' 20th Season continues with a new stage adaptation of Charlotte Perkins Gilman's THE YELLOW WALLPAPER, one of the most important American short stories of the 19th century. This world premiere production will integrate expressionistic audio, visual and movement interludes with the haunting literary text. Sue Mach's adaptation, conceived by Grace Carter and directed by Philip Cuomo, features Carter, Chris Harder and Christy Bigelow. The production runs tonight, January 13 - February 6, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - January 13, 2016
CoHo Productions' 20th Season continues with a new stage adaptation of Charlotte Perkins Gilman's THE YELLOW WALLPAPER, one of the most important American short stories of the 19th century. This world premiere production will integrate expressionistic audio, visual and movement interludes with the haunting literary text. Sue Mach's adaptation, conceived by Grace Carter and directed by Philip Cuomo, features Carter, Chris Harder and Christy Bigelow. The production runs tonight, January 13 - February 6, 2016.
2015 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards Winners Announced - THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE Wins Big!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 11, 2016
Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 70 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2015 Portland winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!
by BWW Special Coverage - January 11, 2016
Votes are cast; polls are closed; and results have been tabulated! This was our biggest year yet! After a record number of voters in more than 70 regions worldwide, BroadwayWorld is very excited to announce the 2015 Portland winners! Thanks to all who voted, and huge congratulations to all the winners!
Source Material's Samantha Shay Talks About Upcoming Premieres
by Krista Garver - January 11, 2016
Source Material Collective is an international group of artists who recently established a home base in Portland and will be premiering two works here in the upcoming months.
by Krista Garver - January 11, 2016
Source Material Collective is an international group of artists who recently established a home base in Portland and will be premiering two works here in the upcoming months.
Oregon Bach Festival Welcomes New Director Janelle McCoy
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2016
Janelle McCoy, a former opera singer and longtime orchestra and choral manager, has been chosen as the new executive director of the Oregon Bach Festival, the UO's internationally recognized classical music celebration.
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2016
Janelle McCoy, a former opera singer and longtime orchestra and choral manager, has been chosen as the new executive director of the Oregon Bach Festival, the UO's internationally recognized classical music celebration.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of NW Children's Theater & School's Jazz Odyssey ALICE IN WONDERLAND
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2016
Everybody Here is Mad! Tumble down the rabbit hole as Alice's adventures through Wonderland are transformed into a spectacular jazz odyssey! This original NWCT adaptation is filled with classic characters from the Mad Hatter to the Queen of Hearts and a beautiful original score inspired by jazz greats from Miles to Monk. Scroll down to meet the stars of the show!
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2016
Everybody Here is Mad! Tumble down the rabbit hole as Alice's adventures through Wonderland are transformed into a spectacular jazz odyssey! This original NWCT adaptation is filled with classic characters from the Mad Hatter to the Queen of Hearts and a beautiful original score inspired by jazz greats from Miles to Monk. Scroll down to meet the stars of the show!
Photo Flash: GOLDEN BOY Begins Tonight at Lakewood Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2016
In GOLDEN BOY, Clifford Odets' masterpiece of American drama, Joe Bonaparte (Ty Boice) is a young gifted violinist, who defies his family and gives up a career as a classical musician for a chance at immortality in the boxing ring. This blistering and powerful look at fame, fortune, and the seductive promise of the American dream opens tonight, January 8, 2016 at Lakewood Theatre Company. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast!
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2016
In GOLDEN BOY, Clifford Odets' masterpiece of American drama, Joe Bonaparte (Ty Boice) is a young gifted violinist, who defies his family and gives up a career as a classical musician for a chance at immortality in the boxing ring. This blistering and powerful look at fame, fortune, and the seductive promise of the American dream opens tonight, January 8, 2016 at Lakewood Theatre Company. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast!
Well Arts Institute to Stage BREAKING RANK at Milagro Theatre This Spring
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2016
Well Arts Institute is partnering with Returning Veterans Project and Wise Counsel and Comfort to present BREAKING RANK, written by female service veterans. The play will explore the experiences of women in the U.S. Armed Forces: some have survived tours of duty in combat zones, some cope with military sexual trauma, all of them share what it was for them to be living and working in a male dominated environment.
by BWW News Desk - January 07, 2016
Well Arts Institute is partnering with Returning Veterans Project and Wise Counsel and Comfort to present BREAKING RANK, written by female service veterans. The play will explore the experiences of women in the U.S. Armed Forces: some have survived tours of duty in combat zones, some cope with military sexual trauma, all of them share what it was for them to be living and working in a male dominated environment.
Third Rail Announces Summer & Fall Quarter Programming
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2016
As a part of their innovative new Membership model, Third Rail announced their Summer and Fall programming at a public event on Monday night. 'In an effort to keep pushing ourselves to innovate,' says Artistic Director Scott Yarbrough, 'this is the first step in a new process. We plan on announcing our shows a quarter at time, at least 6 months out. We want patrons and our community to know that there is always something exciting coming at Third Rail.'
by BWW News Desk - January 05, 2016
As a part of their innovative new Membership model, Third Rail announced their Summer and Fall programming at a public event on Monday night. 'In an effort to keep pushing ourselves to innovate,' says Artistic Director Scott Yarbrough, 'this is the first step in a new process. We plan on announcing our shows a quarter at time, at least 6 months out. We want patrons and our community to know that there is always something exciting coming at Third Rail.'
Source Material Collective to Stage A THOUSAND TONGUES and 'I SHOULD HAVE A PARTY'
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2015
Interdisciplinary theater company Source Material Collective is presenting in Portland their new two productions; 'A Thousand Tongues', a love declaration to the human voice and fragility of life; and 'I Should Have A Party For All The Thoughts I Didn't' Say', a love letter to Russian writer Anton Chekhov.
by BWW News Desk - December 30, 2015
Interdisciplinary theater company Source Material Collective is presenting in Portland their new two productions; 'A Thousand Tongues', a love declaration to the human voice and fragility of life; and 'I Should Have A Party For All The Thoughts I Didn't' Say', a love letter to Russian writer Anton Chekhov.
2015 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards - Last Week to Vote!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 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!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 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!
THE MIRACLE WORKER Extends Again Through Jan 17 at Artists Rep
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2015
In light of robust patron demand and excellent press reviews, Artists Repertory Theatre is delighted to announce they will extend THE MIRACLE WORKER for a second time. THE MIRACLE WORKER will now run through January 17, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - December 21, 2015
In light of robust patron demand and excellent press reviews, Artists Repertory Theatre is delighted to announce they will extend THE MIRACLE WORKER for a second time. THE MIRACLE WORKER will now run through January 17, 2016.
CoHo to Present New Adaptation of THE YELLOW WALLPAPER This Winter
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2015
CoHo Productions' 20th Season continues with a new stage adaptation of Charlotte Perkins Gilman's THE YELLOW WALLPAPER, one of the most important American short stories of the 19th century. This world premiere production will integrate expressionistic audio, visual and movement interludes with the haunting literary text. Sue Mach's adaptation, conceived by Grace Carter and directed by Philip Cuomo, features Carter, Chris Harder and Christy Bigelow. The production runs January 13 - February 6, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - December 18, 2015
CoHo Productions' 20th Season continues with a new stage adaptation of Charlotte Perkins Gilman's THE YELLOW WALLPAPER, one of the most important American short stories of the 19th century. This world premiere production will integrate expressionistic audio, visual and movement interludes with the haunting literary text. Sue Mach's adaptation, conceived by Grace Carter and directed by Philip Cuomo, features Carter, Chris Harder and Christy Bigelow. The production runs January 13 - February 6, 2016.
2015 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards Update - Joe Theissen in Big Lead!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 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!
by BWW Special Coverage - December 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!
Oregon Children's Theatre to Stage GERONIMO STILTON: MOUSE IN SPACE
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2015
Villains are threatening New Mouse City, and the only hope is our reluctant hero, Geronimo Stilton! In this "enormouse" adventure, Geronimo is launched into space on a top-secret mission to save the day! Based on the wildly popular book series featuring Geronimo and his pals, Thea, Trap, and Benjamin, this story will "rocket" your family to another world.
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2015
Villains are threatening New Mouse City, and the only hope is our reluctant hero, Geronimo Stilton! In this "enormouse" adventure, Geronimo is launched into space on a top-secret mission to save the day! Based on the wildly popular book series featuring Geronimo and his pals, Thea, Trap, and Benjamin, this story will "rocket" your family to another world.
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER Opens Tonight at Lakewood Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2015
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, a delightful family story about the true meaning of Christmas, will open at the Lakewood Theatre Company tonight, December 17 at 7:30 PM.
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2015
THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER, a delightful family story about the true meaning of Christmas, will open at the Lakewood Theatre Company tonight, December 17 at 7:30 PM.
Teatro Milagro to Launch 2016 National Tour in Portland with BROKEN PROMISES
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2015
Teatro Milagro launches its 2016 national tour in Portland with BROKEN PROMISES by Olga Sanchez. This original work, created in collaboration with Planned Parenthood, is based on the true life stories of teen girls who are lured into prostitution. The production runs January 14-23, 2016 at El Centro Milagro, 525 SE Stark Street, Portland, OR 97214.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2015
Teatro Milagro launches its 2016 national tour in Portland with BROKEN PROMISES by Olga Sanchez. This original work, created in collaboration with Planned Parenthood, is based on the true life stories of teen girls who are lured into prostitution. The production runs January 14-23, 2016 at El Centro Milagro, 525 SE Stark Street, Portland, OR 97214.
Gallery Theater to Stage DRIVING MISS DAISY This Winter
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2015
DRIVING MISS DAISY by Alfred Uhry will be directed by Ted Desel at Gallery Theater's Arena Theater, January 15-February 6, 2016.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2015
DRIVING MISS DAISY by Alfred Uhry will be directed by Ted Desel at Gallery Theater's Arena Theater, January 15-February 6, 2016.
BWW Review: TWIST YOUR DICKENS Lovingly Lampoons All of the Christmas Traditions We Hold So Dear, at Portland Center Stage
by Krista Garver - December 16, 2015
The Second City's TWIST YOUR DICKENS is a hilarious spoof on all things Christmas, now in its final year at Portland Center Stage.
by Krista Garver - December 16, 2015
The Second City's TWIST YOUR DICKENS is a hilarious spoof on all things Christmas, now in its final year at Portland Center Stage.
BWW Review: Artists Rep's THE MIRACLE WORKER is a Beautiful Celebration of the Human Spirit
by Krista Garver - December 16, 2015
Artists Rep's THE MIRACLE WORKER is not your normal holiday fare, but it will leave you with a profound feeling of the power of language and of the resilience of the human spirit.
by Krista Garver - December 16, 2015
Artists Rep's THE MIRACLE WORKER is not your normal holiday fare, but it will leave you with a profound feeling of the power of language and of the resilience of the human spirit.
BelloVoci Set for Rick Lewis Holiday Concert Series at Artists Rep This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2015
Artists Repertory Theatre's Artists Rep in Concert series, in partnership with Rick Lewis and Portland Piano, presents the brilliant sound of BelloVoci for the holidays.
by BWW News Desk - December 16, 2015
Artists Repertory Theatre's Artists Rep in Concert series, in partnership with Rick Lewis and Portland Piano, presents the brilliant sound of BelloVoci for the holidays.
Photo Flash: Meet the Cast of GOLDEN BOY at Lakewood Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
In GOLDEN BOY, Clifford Odets' masterpiece of American drama, Joe Bonaparte (Ty Boice) is a young gifted violinist, who defies his family and gives up a career as a classical musician for a chance at immortality in the boxing ring. This blistering and powerful look at fame, fortune, and the seductive promise of the American dream opens January 8, 2016 at Lakewood Theatre Company. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast!
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
In GOLDEN BOY, Clifford Odets' masterpiece of American drama, Joe Bonaparte (Ty Boice) is a young gifted violinist, who defies his family and gives up a career as a classical musician for a chance at immortality in the boxing ring. This blistering and powerful look at fame, fortune, and the seductive promise of the American dream opens January 8, 2016 at Lakewood Theatre Company. Scroll down for a sneak peek at the cast!
Fertile Ground 2016 Launches in January
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
Now in its eighth year, the 2016 Portland-grown Fertile Ground City-Wide Festival of New Works continues to flourish planted in a town of prolific playwrights, abundant actors, innovative dancers, talented designers and adventuresome producers. With a wide variety of new producers, along with several returning companies, FG16 brings dozens upon dozens of new artistic works from Portland's teeming jungle of artists to thrive on stages, nooks and crannies all over Portland for 11 days from Thursday, January 21 to Sunday, January 31, 2016. The 2016 crop of new work can be found here.
by BWW News Desk - December 15, 2015
Now in its eighth year, the 2016 Portland-grown Fertile Ground City-Wide Festival of New Works continues to flourish planted in a town of prolific playwrights, abundant actors, innovative dancers, talented designers and adventuresome producers. With a wide variety of new producers, along with several returning companies, FG16 brings dozens upon dozens of new artistic works from Portland's teeming jungle of artists to thrive on stages, nooks and crannies all over Portland for 11 days from Thursday, January 21 to Sunday, January 31, 2016. The 2016 crop of new work can be found here.
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Los Empeños de una Casa
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The Prom
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Brown Face
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Footloose
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar
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