Los Portenos Writers Group Hosts William Stafford Birthday Reading at Milagro Theatre, 1/16
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2012
On Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013 at 7 p.m., Los Porteños writers group will sponsor a free William Stafford Birthday Reading to commemorate the life and work of Oregon's renowned poet at the Milagro Theatre (525 SE Stark St., Portland).
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2012
On Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2013 at 7 p.m., Los Porteños writers group will sponsor a free William Stafford Birthday Reading to commemorate the life and work of Oregon's renowned poet at the Milagro Theatre (525 SE Stark St., Portland).
Oregon Shakespeare Festival Commissions Five More Writers for History Cycle
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2012
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival continues to expand its ongoing commitment to the development and production of new work with five new commissions. American Revolutions: the United States History Cycle adds Ayad Akhtar, Kirsten Greenidge, Stephen Karam, Lisa Loomer and Karen Zacarias to its list of commissioned writers.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2012
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival continues to expand its ongoing commitment to the development and production of new work with five new commissions. American Revolutions: the United States History Cycle adds Ayad Akhtar, Kirsten Greenidge, Stephen Karam, Lisa Loomer and Karen Zacarias to its list of commissioned writers.
Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS Opens at Lakewood Theatre Tonight
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2012
Lakewood Theatre Company continues its 60th season with a reprise production of last year's holiday hit, Irving Berlin's White Christmas. With stage direction by Dan Murphy and musical direction by Eric Little, the show features the song and dance talents of Thomas Lindsley, Tommy Stefanek, Leah Yorkston and Lindsay Michelet.
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2012
Lakewood Theatre Company continues its 60th season with a reprise production of last year's holiday hit, Irving Berlin's White Christmas. With stage direction by Dan Murphy and musical direction by Eric Little, the show features the song and dance talents of Thomas Lindsley, Tommy Stefanek, Leah Yorkston and Lindsay Michelet.
Art Intallation Celebrating Frida Kahlo Opens at The Blue House, 1/4-1/19
by Samantha Vega - December 11, 2012
In conjunction with the launch of its 2013 national touring production Frida, un retablo, Milagro is also pleased to present The Blue House, an art installation created by Susana Espino that explores the life and work of Frida Kahlo. Situated in el Zocalo, a community space adjacent to Milagro's lobby, the walk-through exhibit will depict vignettes from Kahlos' home, the "Blue House" in Coyoacan, Mexico. Visitors will have the opportunity to read Frida's letters and poetry, try on clothing and make-up, and even try their own hand at drawing a self-portrait.
by Samantha Vega - December 11, 2012
In conjunction with the launch of its 2013 national touring production Frida, un retablo, Milagro is also pleased to present The Blue House, an art installation created by Susana Espino that explores the life and work of Frida Kahlo. Situated in el Zocalo, a community space adjacent to Milagro's lobby, the walk-through exhibit will depict vignettes from Kahlos' home, the "Blue House" in Coyoacan, Mexico. Visitors will have the opportunity to read Frida's letters and poetry, try on clothing and make-up, and even try their own hand at drawing a self-portrait.
Portland Revels Presents CHRISTMAS REVELS 2012: AN APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION, Now thru 12/16
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2012
The Christmas Revels is packed with audience participation, music, dance and high-spirited fun. Eleven matinee and evening performances will play The Scottish Rite Center Theater, SW 15th and Morrison St, Portland, Oregon. The celebration opened last night, Friday, December 7, and performances continue through Sunday, Dec 16, Directed by Bruce Hostetler and featuring music by the Portland Brass Quintet & The Blue Mountain String Band.
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2012
The Christmas Revels is packed with audience participation, music, dance and high-spirited fun. Eleven matinee and evening performances will play The Scottish Rite Center Theater, SW 15th and Morrison St, Portland, Oregon. The celebration opened last night, Friday, December 7, and performances continue through Sunday, Dec 16, Directed by Bruce Hostetler and featuring music by the Portland Brass Quintet & The Blue Mountain String Band.
Photo Flash: NW Children's Theater Opens PETER PAN World Premiere Today
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2012
Celebrate NW Children's Theater & School's 20th Birthday with the story that launched the company! Peter Pan and his Shadow, Captain Hook and his crew of cowardly pirates, Wendy, Tinkerbell, and the Lost Boys fly off the stage in this fast-paced, thrilling, musical journey to Neverland. An NWCT World Premiere, PETER PAN, by Milo Mowery and Rodolfo Ortega, will play today, December 8, 2012, through January 6, 2013. Meet Peter Pan and Captain Hook in the photos below!
by BWW News Desk - December 08, 2012
Celebrate NW Children's Theater & School's 20th Birthday with the story that launched the company! Peter Pan and his Shadow, Captain Hook and his crew of cowardly pirates, Wendy, Tinkerbell, and the Lost Boys fly off the stage in this fast-paced, thrilling, musical journey to Neverland. An NWCT World Premiere, PETER PAN, by Milo Mowery and Rodolfo Ortega, will play today, December 8, 2012, through January 6, 2013. Meet Peter Pan and Captain Hook in the photos below!
ZOOZOO Closes with Final Run at Imago Theatre, Now thru 1/1
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2012
After over 30 years of exploring mask theater Imago creators Carol Triffle and Jerry Mouawad are closing their world acclaimed production "ZooZoo" in order to focus on a new company they intend to launch next season that will incorporate dance, movement, and comedy. Imago will present the final performances of "ZooZoo" for Portland audiences from tonight, Dec 7 to Jan 1.
by BWW News Desk - December 07, 2012
After over 30 years of exploring mask theater Imago creators Carol Triffle and Jerry Mouawad are closing their world acclaimed production "ZooZoo" in order to focus on a new company they intend to launch next season that will incorporate dance, movement, and comedy. Imago will present the final performances of "ZooZoo" for Portland audiences from tonight, Dec 7 to Jan 1.
Dámaso Rodriguez Named New Artistic Director at Artists Repertory Theatre
by Kelsey Denette - December 06, 2012
Artists Repertory Theatre today announced that Dámaso Rodriguez has been selected as the next Artistic Director beginning in January 2013. Rodriguez takes the artistic reins of the 30-year-old Artists Rep from retiring Artistic Director Allen Nause, who has led the company for the past 25 years. Well known in Los Angeles for his daring, thrilling and visceral work as a multiple award-winning director, Rodriguez will direct the West Coast Premiere of Ten Chimneys, by Jeffery Hatcher, as his Artists Rep directorial debut in April.
by Kelsey Denette - December 06, 2012
Artists Repertory Theatre today announced that Dámaso Rodriguez has been selected as the next Artistic Director beginning in January 2013. Rodriguez takes the artistic reins of the 30-year-old Artists Rep from retiring Artistic Director Allen Nause, who has led the company for the past 25 years. Well known in Los Angeles for his daring, thrilling and visceral work as a multiple award-winning director, Rodriguez will direct the West Coast Premiere of Ten Chimneys, by Jeffery Hatcher, as his Artists Rep directorial debut in April.
CoHo Productions Cancels MARS ON LIFE: HOLIDAY SURVIVAL GUIDE
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2012
CoHo Productions regretfully announces the cancellation of Mars on Life: Holiday Survival Guide.
by BWW News Desk - December 02, 2012
CoHo Productions regretfully announces the cancellation of Mars on Life: Holiday Survival Guide.
THE PEPPERMINT BEAR SHOW Plays Lakewood Theatre, Now thru 12/22
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2012
Lakewood Theatre Company will present an all-new version of their annual Holiday Magic Breakfast Theatre production with the presentation of The Peppermint Bear Show: Who Needs Sneeds?
by BWW News Desk - December 01, 2012
Lakewood Theatre Company will present an all-new version of their annual Holiday Magic Breakfast Theatre production with the presentation of The Peppermint Bear Show: Who Needs Sneeds?
Portland Ovations Receives NEA Art Works Grant
by Kelsey Denette - November 29, 2012
National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Chairman Rocco Landesman announced that Portland Ovations is one of 832 non-profit organizations nationwide to receive an NEA Art Works grant. Portland Ovations is recommended for a $40,000 grant to support its core programming in contemporary chamber music, dance and global arts with a special emphasis on its series celebrating the centennial of Igor Stravinsky's 'Rite of Spring.'
by Kelsey Denette - November 29, 2012
National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) Chairman Rocco Landesman announced that Portland Ovations is one of 832 non-profit organizations nationwide to receive an NEA Art Works grant. Portland Ovations is recommended for a $40,000 grant to support its core programming in contemporary chamber music, dance and global arts with a special emphasis on its series celebrating the centennial of Igor Stravinsky's 'Rite of Spring.'
NEA Grant Funds New Work at OSF
by Kelsey Denette - November 28, 2012
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival learned today that it is one of 832 non-profit organizations nationwide to receive an NEA Art Works grant. OSF was recommended for a $100,000 grant to support Naomi Wallace's new work, The Liquid Plain, which will be staged in the Thomas Theatre in 2013 and run from July 2 to November 3.
by Kelsey Denette - November 28, 2012
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival learned today that it is one of 832 non-profit organizations nationwide to receive an NEA Art Works grant. OSF was recommended for a $100,000 grant to support Naomi Wallace's new work, The Liquid Plain, which will be staged in the Thomas Theatre in 2013 and run from July 2 to November 3.
Portland’s 5th Fertile Ground Festival Begins January 24
by Kelsey Denette - November 25, 2012
Now in its fifth year, the Portland-grown Fertile Ground City-Wide Festival of New Work continues to flourish planted in a town of prolific playwrights, abundant actors, innovative dancers, talented designers and adventuresome producers. With many returning companies as well as new producers, FG13 brings dozens upon dozens of new artistic works from Portland's teeming jungle of artists to light to thrive on stages, nooks and crannies all over Portland for 10 days from Thursday, January 24 to Sunday, February 3, 2013.
by Kelsey Denette - November 25, 2012
Now in its fifth year, the Portland-grown Fertile Ground City-Wide Festival of New Work continues to flourish planted in a town of prolific playwrights, abundant actors, innovative dancers, talented designers and adventuresome producers. With many returning companies as well as new producers, FG13 brings dozens upon dozens of new artistic works from Portland's teeming jungle of artists to light to thrive on stages, nooks and crannies all over Portland for 10 days from Thursday, January 24 to Sunday, February 3, 2013.
Irving Berlin's WHITE CHRISTMAS Opens at Lakewood Theatre, Dec 12
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
Lakewood Theatre Company continues its 60th season with a reprise production of last year's holiday hit, Irving Berlin's White Christmas. With stage direction by Dan Murphy and musical direction by Eric Little, the show features the song and dance talents of Thomas Lindsley, Tommy Stefanek, Leah Yorkston and Lindsay Michelet.
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
Lakewood Theatre Company continues its 60th season with a reprise production of last year's holiday hit, Irving Berlin's White Christmas. With stage direction by Dan Murphy and musical direction by Eric Little, the show features the song and dance talents of Thomas Lindsley, Tommy Stefanek, Leah Yorkston and Lindsay Michelet.
Associate Artistic Director Jon Kretzu to Leave Artists Rep
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
After directing 50 productions in almost 20 years Jon Kretzu leaves his post as Associate Artistic Director at Artists Repertory Theatre. Working side-by-side with Artistic Director Allen Nause, who retires at the end of this season, Kretzu has made great contributions to the mission of Artists Rep both as a play director and in his artistic administrative role.
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
After directing 50 productions in almost 20 years Jon Kretzu leaves his post as Associate Artistic Director at Artists Repertory Theatre. Working side-by-side with Artistic Director Allen Nause, who retires at the end of this season, Kretzu has made great contributions to the mission of Artists Rep both as a play director and in his artistic administrative role.
THE PEPPERMINT BEAR SHOW Plays Lakewood Theatre, 12/1-22
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
Lakewood Theatre Company will present an all-new version of their annual Holiday Magic Breakfast Theatre production with the presentation of The Peppermint Bear Show: Who Needs Sneeds?
by BWW News Desk - November 23, 2012
Lakewood Theatre Company will present an all-new version of their annual Holiday Magic Breakfast Theatre production with the presentation of The Peppermint Bear Show: Who Needs Sneeds?
Photo Flash: Meet the Stars of NW Children's Theater's PETER PAN
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2012
Celebrate NW Children's Theater & School's 20th Birthday with the story that launched the company! Peter Pan and his Shadow, Captain Hook and his crew of cowardly pirates, Wendy, Tinkerbell, and the Lost Boys fly off the stage in this fast-paced, thrilling, musical journey to Neverland. An NWCT World Premiere, PETER PAN, by Milo Mowery and Rodolfo Ortega, will play December 8, 2012, through January 6, 2013. Meet Peter Pan and Captain Hook in the photos below!
by BWW News Desk - November 17, 2012
Celebrate NW Children's Theater & School's 20th Birthday with the story that launched the company! Peter Pan and his Shadow, Captain Hook and his crew of cowardly pirates, Wendy, Tinkerbell, and the Lost Boys fly off the stage in this fast-paced, thrilling, musical journey to Neverland. An NWCT World Premiere, PETER PAN, by Milo Mowery and Rodolfo Ortega, will play December 8, 2012, through January 6, 2013. Meet Peter Pan and Captain Hook in the photos below!
Artists Rep Presents SHERLOCK HOLMES, Beginning 11/27
by Kelsey Denette - November 07, 2012
Will Sherlock Holmes crack his own case? Our favorite quirky, Scrooge-infused inquisitor and his host of supernatural visitors return this holiday season with a remount of the wildly successful Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol, crafted by Seattle veteran playwright John Longenbaugh.
by Kelsey Denette - November 07, 2012
Will Sherlock Holmes crack his own case? Our favorite quirky, Scrooge-infused inquisitor and his host of supernatural visitors return this holiday season with a remount of the wildly successful Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol, crafted by Seattle veteran playwright John Longenbaugh.
NWCT Presents PETER PAN World Premiere, 12/8-1/6
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2012
Celebrate Northwest Children's Theater's 20th Birthday with the story that launched the company! Peter Pan and his Shadow, Captain Hook and his crew of cowardly pirates, Wendy, Tinkerbell, and the Lost Boys fly off the stage in this fast-paced, thrilling, musical journey to Neverland. An NWCT World Premiere.
by BWW News Desk - November 06, 2012
Celebrate Northwest Children's Theater's 20th Birthday with the story that launched the company! Peter Pan and his Shadow, Captain Hook and his crew of cowardly pirates, Wendy, Tinkerbell, and the Lost Boys fly off the stage in this fast-paced, thrilling, musical journey to Neverland. An NWCT World Premiere.
ZOOZOO Closes with Final Run at Imago Theatre, 12/7-1/1
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2012
After over 30 years of exploring mask theater Imago creators Carol Triffle and Jerry Mouawad are closing their world acclaimed production "ZooZoo" in order to focus on a new company they intend to launch next season that will incorporate dance, movement, and comedy. Imago will present the final performances of "ZooZoo" for Portland audiences from Dec 7 to Jan 1.
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2012
After over 30 years of exploring mask theater Imago creators Carol Triffle and Jerry Mouawad are closing their world acclaimed production "ZooZoo" in order to focus on a new company they intend to launch next season that will incorporate dance, movement, and comedy. Imago will present the final performances of "ZooZoo" for Portland audiences from Dec 7 to Jan 1.
Milagro Theatre Sets 'Posada Milagro' Christmas Celebration for 12/16
by Kelsey Denette - November 02, 2012
Miracle Theatre Group invites the whole family to enjoy the Posada Milagro, to be celebrated Sunday, December 16th between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. at El Centro Milagro (537 S.E. Stark St., Portland).
by Kelsey Denette - November 02, 2012
Miracle Theatre Group invites the whole family to enjoy the Posada Milagro, to be celebrated Sunday, December 16th between 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. at El Centro Milagro (537 S.E. Stark St., Portland).
BWW Reviews: THE HOMECOMING, defunkt Company Delivers Tension and Cold Calculation to Pinter's London Flat
by Barrett Johnson - October 31, 2012
I'd like you to think of this play as a boxing match. However, this is not a fight carried out with physicality, but with words, with implied meaning, and with silence. Words are our weapons here and words - equally - our weapons of defense. This is the nature of THE HOMECOMING.
by Barrett Johnson - October 31, 2012
I'd like you to think of this play as a boxing match. However, this is not a fight carried out with physicality, but with words, with implied meaning, and with silence. Words are our weapons here and words - equally - our weapons of defense. This is the nature of THE HOMECOMING.
Lakewood Theatre Company's ART Begins 10/26
by Kelsey Denette - October 30, 2012
Lakewood Theatre Company's 60th season continues with the Tony Award-winning play 'ART' by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton. The production, with stage direction by Alan Shearman, is a sly, satiric comedy that explores the perception of art and its effect on lasting friendships.
by Kelsey Denette - October 30, 2012
Lakewood Theatre Company's 60th season continues with the Tony Award-winning play 'ART' by Yasmina Reza, translated by Christopher Hampton. The production, with stage direction by Alan Shearman, is a sly, satiric comedy that explores the perception of art and its effect on lasting friendships.
Ryan Silverman, Leigh Ann Larkin and Don Stephenson Will Debut SOMEWHERE IN TIME Songs in Mackinac Island, MI, 10/27
by Kelsey Denette - October 26, 2012
On Saturday, October 27, Broadway veterans Ryan Silverman (The Phantom of the Opera), Leigh Ann Larkin (A Little Night Music) and Don Stephenson (Rock of Ages) will debut a selection of musical numbers from the forthcoming stage adaptation of the classic novel and celebrated motion picture Somewhere in Time at the 22nd Annual "Somewhere in Time Weekend" celebration at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, Michigan.
by Kelsey Denette - October 26, 2012
On Saturday, October 27, Broadway veterans Ryan Silverman (The Phantom of the Opera), Leigh Ann Larkin (A Little Night Music) and Don Stephenson (Rock of Ages) will debut a selection of musical numbers from the forthcoming stage adaptation of the classic novel and celebrated motion picture Somewhere in Time at the 22nd Annual "Somewhere in Time Weekend" celebration at the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island, Michigan.
Michael E. Nehring Joins Portland Shakespeare Project
by Kelsey Denette - October 26, 2012
Portland Shakespeare Project today announced that Michael E. Nehring, Professor of Theatre at Chapman University in Orange, California, has joined Portland Shakespeare Project as the Education Director and Associate Artistic Director.
by Kelsey Denette - October 26, 2012
Portland Shakespeare Project today announced that Michael E. Nehring, Professor of Theatre at Chapman University in Orange, California, has joined Portland Shakespeare Project as the Education Director and Associate Artistic Director.
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