The Eighties Get Some Kinda Wonderful World Premiere In Staged!'s JOHN HUGHES HIGH: THE 1980'S TEEN MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2018
Building on the success of their sold out smash hit Heathers: The Musical, Staged! presents the world premiere of John Hughes High: The 1980's Teen Musical, a piece designed for teen performers by Mark LaPierre (4X4=Musicals) and Eric Nordin (The Snowstorm) and directed by Diane Englert (Heathers: The Musical).
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2018
Building on the success of their sold out smash hit Heathers: The Musical, Staged! presents the world premiere of John Hughes High: The 1980's Teen Musical, a piece designed for teen performers by Mark LaPierre (4X4=Musicals) and Eric Nordin (The Snowstorm) and directed by Diane Englert (Heathers: The Musical).
Portland Shakes Presents MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING as Part Of OSF's Play On! Project
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2018
On May 6, Portland Shakespeare Project presents a staged reading of Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare in a modern verse translation by Ranjit Bolt. This free staged reading is directed by Portland Shakes Artistic Director Michael Mendelson and is presented at Artists Repertory Theatre, on the Alder Stage, Sunday, May 6, at 7:30pm. The evening includes two free discussions, one pre-show beginning at 6:30pm and another post-show.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2018
On May 6, Portland Shakespeare Project presents a staged reading of Much Ado About Nothing by William Shakespeare in a modern verse translation by Ranjit Bolt. This free staged reading is directed by Portland Shakes Artistic Director Michael Mendelson and is presented at Artists Repertory Theatre, on the Alder Stage, Sunday, May 6, at 7:30pm. The evening includes two free discussions, one pre-show beginning at 6:30pm and another post-show.
LOVE NEVER DIES Comes To Keller Auditorium 5/15
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2018
Love Never Dies will make its premiere in Portland's Keller Auditorium from May 15-20, 2018 as part of a North American Tour.
by BWW News Desk - April 23, 2018
Love Never Dies will make its premiere in Portland's Keller Auditorium from May 15-20, 2018 as part of a North American Tour.
BWW Review: You'll Fall to Pieces for ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE, at Broadway Rose
by Krista Garver - April 23, 2018
ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE is more than a vehicle for Cline's classic music. It's a funny, touching account of the night a superfan's dream came true and a reminder of the magic that can happen when we get up the courage to reach out to another human being.
by Krista Garver - April 23, 2018
ALWAYS...PATSY CLINE is more than a vehicle for Cline's classic music. It's a funny, touching account of the night a superfan's dream came true and a reminder of the magic that can happen when we get up the courage to reach out to another human being.
LADY DAY AT EMERSON'S BAR & GRILL Comes to The Armory This May
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2018
Deidrie Henry returns to The Armory to star as Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, Lanie Robertson's riveting portrait of Holiday's life told through an imagined final performance in a small bar in South Philadelphia in 1959. Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill begins preview performances on May 26, opens on June 1, and runs through July 1 on the U.S. Bank Main Stage. Bill Fennelly returns to The Armory to direct after previously directing Gypsy, Black Pearl Sings and, most recently, Little Shop of Horrors. Deidrie Henry, who most recently played Blanche in A Streetcar Named Desire at The Armory, will be joined on stage by Abdul Hamid Royal, the production's music director who also plays the role of Jimmy Powers, along with local musicians Charles Neal (drums) and Andre St. James (bass).
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2018
Deidrie Henry returns to The Armory to star as Billie Holiday in Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill, Lanie Robertson's riveting portrait of Holiday's life told through an imagined final performance in a small bar in South Philadelphia in 1959. Lady Day at Emerson's Bar and Grill begins preview performances on May 26, opens on June 1, and runs through July 1 on the U.S. Bank Main Stage. Bill Fennelly returns to The Armory to direct after previously directing Gypsy, Black Pearl Sings and, most recently, Little Shop of Horrors. Deidrie Henry, who most recently played Blanche in A Streetcar Named Desire at The Armory, will be joined on stage by Abdul Hamid Royal, the production's music director who also plays the role of Jimmy Powers, along with local musicians Charles Neal (drums) and Andre St. James (bass).
Green Show Performances Return To OSF June 15
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2018
Free outdoor entertainment returns to the "Bricks" June 15 when the women of Shrew offer up improvised Shakespeare on the Courtyard Stage as the first Oregon Shakespeare Festival Green Show performers of the season. The Green Show begins with the official opening of the outdoor Allen Elizabethan Theatre and continues through October 14, six nights a week at 6:45 p.m.
by BWW News Desk - April 19, 2018
Free outdoor entertainment returns to the "Bricks" June 15 when the women of Shrew offer up improvised Shakespeare on the Courtyard Stage as the first Oregon Shakespeare Festival Green Show performers of the season. The Green Show begins with the official opening of the outdoor Allen Elizabethan Theatre and continues through October 14, six nights a week at 6:45 p.m.
Wild Kratts LIVE! Comes To Portland
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2018
The Wild Kratts LIVE! stage show that has kids across North America buzzing is coming to Portland with an ALL NEW show: "Wild Kratts LIVE 2.0 - Activate Creature Power!" Get ready to dive into another classic Wild Kratts adventure with the Kratt brothers as they combine live action and animation, with Martin and Chris LIVE on stage and the rest of the Wild Kratts team on screen, at the Tortuga HQ. Which creature powers will they activate and what new and amazing 'WOW!' facts will you learn? Experience, live-on-stage, the electrifying excitement and the inspiring quest of the Kratt Brothers that make the hit television series Wild Kratts a family favorite time and time again!
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2018
The Wild Kratts LIVE! stage show that has kids across North America buzzing is coming to Portland with an ALL NEW show: "Wild Kratts LIVE 2.0 - Activate Creature Power!" Get ready to dive into another classic Wild Kratts adventure with the Kratt brothers as they combine live action and animation, with Martin and Chris LIVE on stage and the rest of the Wild Kratts team on screen, at the Tortuga HQ. Which creature powers will they activate and what new and amazing 'WOW!' facts will you learn? Experience, live-on-stage, the electrifying excitement and the inspiring quest of the Kratt Brothers that make the hit television series Wild Kratts a family favorite time and time again!
Shaking the Tree Theatre Presents SALT
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2018
SALT is a multimedia presentation of 10 installations exploring the idea of civil disobedience, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's Salt March speech and the effect his words had on a multitude of people.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2018
SALT is a multimedia presentation of 10 installations exploring the idea of civil disobedience, inspired by Mahatma Gandhi's Salt March speech and the effect his words had on a multitude of people.
Todd Van Voris Stars In Triangle's THE ABSOLUTE BRIGHTNESS OF LEONARD PELKEY
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2018
Last seen by Otto Beckerman at his clock shop but that was almost 24 hours ago. Buddy Howard of Buddy Howard's School of Drama and Dance says, 'Leonard better show up soon - he's the lead in the Tempest!' 'Oh dear,' say Gloria Salzano looking through her binoculars out onto the lake, 'I see one of those multi-colored tennis shoes Leonard wore...Detective, you don't think...'
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2018
Last seen by Otto Beckerman at his clock shop but that was almost 24 hours ago. Buddy Howard of Buddy Howard's School of Drama and Dance says, 'Leonard better show up soon - he's the lead in the Tempest!' 'Oh dear,' say Gloria Salzano looking through her binoculars out onto the lake, 'I see one of those multi-colored tennis shoes Leonard wore...Detective, you don't think...'
BWW Review: Personal, Political, Powerful: DeLanna Studi's AND SO WE WALKED, at Portland Center Stage
by Krista Garver - April 16, 2018
by Krista Garver - April 16, 2018
Triangle Productions! Announces It's 29th Season
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2018
Last night triangle productions! announced it's 29th season to a packed house. Here's the shows and some of the stars that will be appearing in them:
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2018
Last night triangle productions! announced it's 29th season to a packed house. Here's the shows and some of the stars that will be appearing in them:
JOHN HUGHES HIGH: THE 1980'S TEEN MUSICAL to Make World Premiere at Alder Stage
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2018
Building on the success of their sold out smash hit Heathers: The Musical, Staged! presents the world premiere of John Hughes High: The 1980's Teen Musical, a piece designed for teen performers by Mark LaPierre (4X4=Musicals) and Eric Nordin (The Snowstorm) and directed by Diane Englert (Heathers: The Musical).
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2018
Building on the success of their sold out smash hit Heathers: The Musical, Staged! presents the world premiere of John Hughes High: The 1980's Teen Musical, a piece designed for teen performers by Mark LaPierre (4X4=Musicals) and Eric Nordin (The Snowstorm) and directed by Diane Englert (Heathers: The Musical).
Take Flight With NWCT's PETER PAN
by BWW News Desk - April 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.
by BWW News Desk - April 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 Flash: First Look at QUIETLY by Owen McCafferty from Corrib Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2018
Corrib Theatre presents Owen McCafferty's Quietly, directed by Artistic Director Gemma Whelan, a play that grapples with the carnage, consequences and hope for healing following Ireland's decades-long, bloody conflict referred to as the Troubles. The production features Ted Rooney, Tim Blough and Murri Lazaroff-Babin and runs for four weeks, April 13 through May 6, at New Expressive Works.
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2018
Corrib Theatre presents Owen McCafferty's Quietly, directed by Artistic Director Gemma Whelan, a play that grapples with the carnage, consequences and hope for healing following Ireland's decades-long, bloody conflict referred to as the Troubles. The production features Ted Rooney, Tim Blough and Murri Lazaroff-Babin and runs for four weeks, April 13 through May 6, at New Expressive Works.
BWW Review: Imago Theatre's LA BELLE: LOST IN THE WORLD OF THE AUTOMATON Overflows with Creativity
by Krista Garver - April 13, 2018
LA BELLE: LOST IN THE WORLD OF THE AUTOMATON can hardly be called a play. It is a play, but also so much more - it's also a musical, a puppet show, a clown act, a dance performance, a visual art installation, and an automated wonder.
by Krista Garver - April 13, 2018
LA BELLE: LOST IN THE WORLD OF THE AUTOMATON can hardly be called a play. It is a play, but also so much more - it's also a musical, a puppet show, a clown act, a dance performance, a visual art installation, and an automated wonder.
Rodgers & Hammerstein's OKLAHOMA! Opens April 22
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2018
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival will open Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma!, directed by OSF Artistic Director Bill Rauch, on April 22 in the Angus Bowmer Theatre. Preview performances are April 18, 20 and 21, and the musical runs through Oct. 27.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2018
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival will open Rodgers and Hammerstein's Oklahoma!, directed by OSF Artistic Director Bill Rauch, on April 22 in the Angus Bowmer Theatre. Preview performances are April 18, 20 and 21, and the musical runs through Oct. 27.
My Favorite Murder Is Coming To Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2018
Following up on their sold-out winter and upcoming European tours, true-crime comedy podcast "My Favorite Murder" has announced a 16-date fall tour with stops in major cities throughout the U.S. and Canada, with tickets on sale to the general public Friday, April 20.
by BWW News Desk - April 13, 2018
Following up on their sold-out winter and upcoming European tours, true-crime comedy podcast "My Favorite Murder" has announced a 16-date fall tour with stops in major cities throughout the U.S. and Canada, with tickets on sale to the general public Friday, April 20.
BROADWAY IN PORTLAND Announces New Season
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2018
Broadway in Portland is pleased to announce its 2018/19 Season with a schedule full of classic, familiar titles and brand-new productions.
by BWW News Desk - April 12, 2018
Broadway in Portland is pleased to announce its 2018/19 Season with a schedule full of classic, familiar titles and brand-new productions.
BWW Review: Good Intentions Lead You Know Where in Scathing Comedy THE THANKSGIVING PLAY, at Artists Rep
by Krista Garver - April 12, 2018
THE THANKSGIVING PLAY, which is having its world premiere at Artists Rep, soundly skewers a group of white well-meaning liberals for being so focused on not giving offense that they can't do anything meaningful at all. It's funny, biting, and often much closer to the truth than it's comfortable to admit.
by Krista Garver - April 12, 2018
THE THANKSGIVING PLAY, which is having its world premiere at Artists Rep, soundly skewers a group of white well-meaning liberals for being so focused on not giving offense that they can't do anything meaningful at all. It's funny, biting, and often much closer to the truth than it's comfortable to admit.
SISTER ACT Opens Today at Lakewood Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2018
Lakewood Theatre Company will open on today April 27, 2018 with the divine musical, Sister Act. The production title sponsors for Sister Act are Marylhurst University and Samantha Richardson. The directorial sponsors are Don & Jessie Adams.
by BWW News Desk - April 11, 2018
Lakewood Theatre Company will open on today April 27, 2018 with the divine musical, Sister Act. The production title sponsors for Sister Act are Marylhurst University and Samantha Richardson. The directorial sponsors are Don & Jessie Adams.
Review Roundup: THE THANKSGIVING PLAY at Artists Rep
by Leah Windahl - April 11, 2018
The reviews are in for THE THANKSGIVING PLAY at Artists Rep! The world-premiere of Larissa FastHorse's new play opened on April 1st and will run through April 29th.
by Leah Windahl - April 11, 2018
The reviews are in for THE THANKSGIVING PLAY at Artists Rep! The world-premiere of Larissa FastHorse's new play opened on April 1st and will run through April 29th.
Third Rail Announces Departure Of Scott Yarbrough
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2018
It is with mixed emotions that Third Rail Repertory Theatre's Board of Directors announces the departure of Founding Artistic Director, Scott Yarbrough. Yarbrough is leaving Third Rail after a 15-year tenure at the company. 'Fifteen years is a long time in any position and the time is right for me to pursue other possibilities,' said Yarbrough.
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2018
It is with mixed emotions that Third Rail Repertory Theatre's Board of Directors announces the departure of Founding Artistic Director, Scott Yarbrough. Yarbrough is leaving Third Rail after a 15-year tenure at the company. 'Fifteen years is a long time in any position and the time is right for me to pursue other possibilities,' said Yarbrough.
OUTwright 2018 to Present CABARET Like You've Never Seen It Before
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2018
A government bent on silencing the media and cleansing its citizenry; lies and corruption dominate the headlines; nationalism slowly infects us and our neighbors start to disappear.
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2018
A government bent on silencing the media and cleansing its citizenry; lies and corruption dominate the headlines; nationalism slowly infects us and our neighbors start to disappear.
Revel In The Genius Of Stephen Sondheim with MARRY ME A LITTLE Presented By PCTG
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2018
Revel in the genius of Stephen Sondheim with Marry Me a Little presented by PCTG. Marry Me a Little, the musical review of the music and lyrics of Stephen Sondheim, will be performed Monday evening, April 30th @ 7:30 pm - tickets $15 at the door, as well as Tuesday morning, May 1st @ 10:30 am, coffee and treats at 10:00 am - tickets $10 at the door.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2018
Revel in the genius of Stephen Sondheim with Marry Me a Little presented by PCTG. Marry Me a Little, the musical review of the music and lyrics of Stephen Sondheim, will be performed Monday evening, April 30th @ 7:30 pm - tickets $15 at the door, as well as Tuesday morning, May 1st @ 10:30 am, coffee and treats at 10:00 am - tickets $10 at the door.
Defunkt Presents West Coast Premiere Of GIRL IN THE RED CORNER By Stephen Spotswood
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2018
Defunkt Theatre presents Girl in the Red Corner by Stephen Spotswood and directed by Paul Angelo, April 27-June 2, 2018. The show plays Thursdays through Sundays at 7:30 pm (no show Sunday, April 29) at The Back Door Theater, 4321 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, OR (enter through the Common Grounds Coffee Shop).
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2018
Defunkt Theatre presents Girl in the Red Corner by Stephen Spotswood and directed by Paul Angelo, April 27-June 2, 2018. The show plays Thursdays through Sundays at 7:30 pm (no show Sunday, April 29) at The Back Door Theater, 4321 SE Hawthorne Blvd. Portland, OR (enter through the Common Grounds Coffee Shop).
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Poirot: The Murder of Roger Ayckroyd
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Los Empeños de una Casa
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It's Not All About me
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Brown Face
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As You Like It
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Back To The Future – Theatrical Production at Keller Auditorium
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Autoretrato de Fridita
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Les Miserables
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