MANHATTA Opens at Oregon Shakespeare Festival, 4/1
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival will present the world premiere of Manahatta by Mary Kathryn Nagle, directed by Laurie Woolery, on April 1, 2018, in the Thomas Theatre. Preview performances are March 28, 30 and 31, and the play runs through Oct. 27.
by BWW News Desk - March 19, 2018
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival will present the world premiere of Manahatta by Mary Kathryn Nagle, directed by Laurie Woolery, on April 1, 2018, in the Thomas Theatre. Preview performances are March 28, 30 and 31, and the play runs through Oct. 27.
Rosalinde Block on Proving Naysayers Wrong, Being a Boomer with Something to Say, and Her One-Woman Show DRAMA OF THE GIFTED GROWNUP
by Krista Garver - March 19, 2018
As a woman, a musician, a writer/illustrator, and a single mother, Block faced her share of setbacks and naysayers. Now in her 60s, she's back once again to prove the naysayers wrong and show that Baby Boomers still have plenty to say with her new solo show, DRAMA OF THE GIFTED GROWNUP: A MUSICAL JOURNEY. The show, which combines Block's music, writing, and visual art, starts a three-city tour in Portland on Thursday.
by Krista Garver - March 19, 2018
As a woman, a musician, a writer/illustrator, and a single mother, Block faced her share of setbacks and naysayers. Now in her 60s, she's back once again to prove the naysayers wrong and show that Baby Boomers still have plenty to say with her new solo show, DRAMA OF THE GIFTED GROWNUP: A MUSICAL JOURNEY. The show, which combines Block's music, writing, and visual art, starts a three-city tour in Portland on Thursday.
THE THANKSGIVING PLAY By Larissa FastHorse Comes to Artists Rep, 4/1
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2018
Artists Repertory Theatre is proud to present the World Premiere of The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa FastHorse (Sicangu Lakota) from April 1 through 29, on the Morrison Stage. The play is directed by Luan Schooler, Artists Rep's Director of New Play Development & Dramaturgy. The Thanksgiving Play is the second commission of the theatre's Table|Room|Stage new play development program to receive its World Premiere at Artists Rep.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2018
Artists Repertory Theatre is proud to present the World Premiere of The Thanksgiving Play by Larissa FastHorse (Sicangu Lakota) from April 1 through 29, on the Morrison Stage. The play is directed by Luan Schooler, Artists Rep's Director of New Play Development & Dramaturgy. The Thanksgiving Play is the second commission of the theatre's Table|Room|Stage new play development program to receive its World Premiere at Artists Rep.
Announcing BWW Portland on Stage Facebook Group
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2018
BroadwayWorld is excited to announce we're launching a new Facebook Group for the Portland Theatre community, bringing together performers, audience members, theatre groups, and more to create a local space for discussion and networking.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2018
BroadwayWorld is excited to announce we're launching a new Facebook Group for the Portland Theatre community, bringing together performers, audience members, theatre groups, and more to create a local space for discussion and networking.
BWW Review: Give in to Wonder at THE MAGIC PLAY, at Portland Center Stage
by Krista Garver - March 16, 2018
Andrew Hinderaker's THE MAGIC PLAY, now running at Portland Center Stage, combines some truly impressive sleight of hand with achingly raw emotion into a show that is the antidote to cynicism and could touch even the most jaded of hearts.
by Krista Garver - March 16, 2018
Andrew Hinderaker's THE MAGIC PLAY, now running at Portland Center Stage, combines some truly impressive sleight of hand with achingly raw emotion into a show that is the antidote to cynicism and could touch even the most jaded of hearts.
Henry Winkler Added To Wizard World COMIC CON PORTLAND Celebrity Roster
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
After taking the entertainment world by storm in his breakout role as "Fonzie" in the popular sitcom "Happy Days" (1975-85), Henry Winkler established himself as an award-winning producer and director, mixing in a few well-placed acting roles like Scream and Waterboy along the way. Winkler now joins a standout roster of celebrities set to attend next month's Wizard World Comic Con Portland, April 13-15 at the Oregon Convention Center, where he will greet fans, pose for photo ops, sign autographs and conduct an entertaining fan Q&A session.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2018
After taking the entertainment world by storm in his breakout role as "Fonzie" in the popular sitcom "Happy Days" (1975-85), Henry Winkler established himself as an award-winning producer and director, mixing in a few well-placed acting roles like Scream and Waterboy along the way. Winkler now joins a standout roster of celebrities set to attend next month's Wizard World Comic Con Portland, April 13-15 at the Oregon Convention Center, where he will greet fans, pose for photo ops, sign autographs and conduct an entertaining fan Q&A session.
BWW Review: BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Exposes the Complexities of Being Human, at Artists Rep
by Krista Garver - March 15, 2018
BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY is a fascinating look at the complexity of being human and the even greater complexity of forming relationships with other complex humans.
by Krista Garver - March 15, 2018
BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY is a fascinating look at the complexity of being human and the even greater complexity of forming relationships with other complex humans.
Chris Coleman Directs Final Production At The Armory, Shaw's MAJOR BARBARA
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
The clash between a daughter's philanthropic idealism and her father's hard-headed capitalism is at the heart of George Bernard Shaw's witty and timely classic Major Barbara, which begins preview performances at The Armory on April 14, opens on April 20, and runs through May 13 on the U.S. Bank Main Stage.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2018
The clash between a daughter's philanthropic idealism and her father's hard-headed capitalism is at the heart of George Bernard Shaw's witty and timely classic Major Barbara, which begins preview performances at The Armory on April 14, opens on April 20, and runs through May 13 on the U.S. Bank Main Stage.
BWW Review: SCARLET Puts a Modern Bent on a Tragically Timeless Story, at Portland Playhouse
by Krista Garver - March 14, 2018
There were zero dry eyes and two standing ovations (one during the show) at opening night of SCARLET, Michelle Horgen's excellent new musical adaptation of Nathaniel Hawthorne's classic novel The Scarlet Letter.
by Krista Garver - March 14, 2018
There were zero dry eyes and two standing ovations (one during the show) at opening night of SCARLET, Michelle Horgen's excellent new musical adaptation of Nathaniel Hawthorne's classic novel The Scarlet Letter.
Photo Flash: Artists Rep Presents the 2015 Pulitzer Prize Winning Play BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2018
Artists Rep presents the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Drama winner Between Riverside and Crazy, by Stephen Adly Guirgis. The play is directed by Adriana Baer and runs from March 4 through April 1 on the theatre's Alder Stage.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2018
Artists Rep presents the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Drama winner Between Riverside and Crazy, by Stephen Adly Guirgis. The play is directed by Adriana Baer and runs from March 4 through April 1 on the theatre's Alder Stage.
BWW Review: Shaking the Tree's MACBETH, Full of Sound and Fury, Signifies Plenty
by Krista Garver - March 06, 2018
Shaking the Tree's MACBETH is full of terrifying demons and shadows. Director Samantha Van Der Merwe uses cross-gender casting to explore the theme of what it means to be a man.
by Krista Garver - March 06, 2018
Shaking the Tree's MACBETH is full of terrifying demons and shadows. Director Samantha Van Der Merwe uses cross-gender casting to explore the theme of what it means to be a man.
Rosalinde Block Brings Cabaret From New York to Portland
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2018
Performer/musician Rosalinde Block brings her multi-media solo show, 'Drama of the Gifted Grownup, A Musical Journey,' to Portland from New York to the Board Room Cabaret in conjunction with Triangle Productions March 22-24, and to Shout House Studio, hosted by Hand2Mouth Theatre on March 25th, just four performances!
by BWW News Desk - March 05, 2018
Performer/musician Rosalinde Block brings her multi-media solo show, 'Drama of the Gifted Grownup, A Musical Journey,' to Portland from New York to the Board Room Cabaret in conjunction with Triangle Productions March 22-24, and to Shout House Studio, hosted by Hand2Mouth Theatre on March 25th, just four performances!
Oregon Shakespeare Festival Offers $10 Community Rush Food Drive
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2018
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival is offering discounted $10 rush tickets for eight performances to benefit ACCESS and the Ashland Emergency Food Bank. Those wishing to participate are asked to bring at least one non-perishable food item for each $10 ticket purchased. Patrons may also make a cash donation to receive this special rush price.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2018
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival is offering discounted $10 rush tickets for eight performances to benefit ACCESS and the Ashland Emergency Food Bank. Those wishing to participate are asked to bring at least one non-perishable food item for each $10 ticket purchased. Patrons may also make a cash donation to receive this special rush price.
AND SO WE WALKED: AN ARTIST'S JOURNEY ALONG THE TRAIL OF TEARS Begins Previews 3/31
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2018
DeLanna Studi's powerful memoir play And So We Walked: An Artist's Journey Along the Trail of Tears begins preview performances on March 31, opens on April 6, and runs through May 13 in The Armory's Ellyn Bye Studio. Studi returns to The Armory to perform this solo show after a triumphant run as Marie Dorion, Sarah Astor and other roles in the two-year engagement of Astoria: Part One and Astoria: Part Two. Corey Madden, the executive director of the Thomas S. Kenan Institute for the Arts at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, has been involved in the development of And So We Walked since initial research began in 2014 and comes to Portland to direct the production.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2018
DeLanna Studi's powerful memoir play And So We Walked: An Artist's Journey Along the Trail of Tears begins preview performances on March 31, opens on April 6, and runs through May 13 in The Armory's Ellyn Bye Studio. Studi returns to The Armory to perform this solo show after a triumphant run as Marie Dorion, Sarah Astor and other roles in the two-year engagement of Astoria: Part One and Astoria: Part Two. Corey Madden, the executive director of the Thomas S. Kenan Institute for the Arts at the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, has been involved in the development of And So We Walked since initial research began in 2014 and comes to Portland to direct the production.
Agatha Christie's THE MOUSETRAP An Immersive Mystery Extended To 3/25
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2018
Experience Theatre Project, Beaverton's resident professional theatre company, is extending its run of its fully immersive production of Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap at the Cady Building in historic downtown Beaverton, located at 12604 SW Farmington Road. The play opened February 16, will now extend its run through March 25. Tickets $29-$42 for purchase at ETP's website at www.experiencetheatreproject.org. Due to the intimate nature of this immersive show, only 35 tickets will be available per show. Shows run Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm.
by BWW News Desk - February 27, 2018
Experience Theatre Project, Beaverton's resident professional theatre company, is extending its run of its fully immersive production of Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap at the Cady Building in historic downtown Beaverton, located at 12604 SW Farmington Road. The play opened February 16, will now extend its run through March 25. Tickets $29-$42 for purchase at ETP's website at www.experiencetheatreproject.org. Due to the intimate nature of this immersive show, only 35 tickets will be available per show. Shows run Thursdays through Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2pm.
White Bird Welcomes Compania Jesus Carmona to the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2018
White Bird presents one of Spain's most acclaimed new flamenco companies, Compañia Jesus Carmona, which will make its Portland debut at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on Wednesday, March 14. Dance prodigy and pioneer in flamenco's evolution, Jesus Carmona has shared the stage with Spain's most legendary flamenco artists. For the Portland premiere, Jesus Carmona and his company of 10 dancers, musicians, and vocalists perform his emotionally charged, vibrant program Ímpetu's ("bursting with energy").
by BWW News Desk - February 23, 2018
White Bird presents one of Spain's most acclaimed new flamenco companies, Compañia Jesus Carmona, which will make its Portland debut at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall on Wednesday, March 14. Dance prodigy and pioneer in flamenco's evolution, Jesus Carmona has shared the stage with Spain's most legendary flamenco artists. For the Portland premiere, Jesus Carmona and his company of 10 dancers, musicians, and vocalists perform his emotionally charged, vibrant program Ímpetu's ("bursting with energy").
THE MERMAID HOUR: A Rolling World Premiere, Opens 3/23
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2018
What do you do when you encounter a challenge that you have no experience dealing with? What do you do when that challenge involves someone you love? How as a parent do you rise up and support them? David Valdes Greenwood's play The Mermaid Hour reimagines these timeless issues through the story of Violet, an impulsive, radiant, and redemptive 12-year-old transgender girl whose search for acceptance will put her parent's love, commitment, and resources to the ultimate test.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2018
What do you do when you encounter a challenge that you have no experience dealing with? What do you do when that challenge involves someone you love? How as a parent do you rise up and support them? David Valdes Greenwood's play The Mermaid Hour reimagines these timeless issues through the story of Violet, an impulsive, radiant, and redemptive 12-year-old transgender girl whose search for acceptance will put her parent's love, commitment, and resources to the ultimate test.
Synergy Resources Group Presents CoHo Theater's THIS GIRL LAUGHS, THIS GIRL CRIES, THIS GIRL DOES NOTHING
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2018
This season, Synergy Resources Group, is sponsoring the CoHo Theater production This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing, put on by theater producer Beth Thompson. It's part of an annual mission of President & Founder Debra Dunn to provide for a cause that supports women in their careers and/or their passion pursuits.
by BWW News Desk - February 22, 2018
This season, Synergy Resources Group, is sponsoring the CoHo Theater production This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing, put on by theater producer Beth Thompson. It's part of an annual mission of President & Founder Debra Dunn to provide for a cause that supports women in their careers and/or their passion pursuits.
Oregon Children's Theatre presents THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2018
Eric Carle's iconic creatures crawl from page to stage with the help of a marvelous menagerie of 75 magical puppets. Colorful and kinetic, this adaptation captures all the charm of Carle's original tales and illustrations, while conveying simple messages about the value of creativity, belonging, and growth.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2018
Eric Carle's iconic creatures crawl from page to stage with the help of a marvelous menagerie of 75 magical puppets. Colorful and kinetic, this adaptation captures all the charm of Carle's original tales and illustrations, while conveying simple messages about the value of creativity, belonging, and growth.
Artists Rep's 2017/18 FRONTIER SERIES Presents THE HOLLER SESSIONS
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2018
Artists Rep presents The Holler Sessions, written, directed and performed by Frank Boyd in collaboration with the Brooklyn-based theatre ensemble, the TEAM. This one-weekend, limited engagement production is the second of Artists Rep's 2017/18 FRONTIER SERIES that brings new work in performance to Portland. The Holler Sessions will run for only four performances March 8 through March 11, 2018.
by BWW News Desk - February 21, 2018
Artists Rep presents The Holler Sessions, written, directed and performed by Frank Boyd in collaboration with the Brooklyn-based theatre ensemble, the TEAM. This one-weekend, limited engagement production is the second of Artists Rep's 2017/18 FRONTIER SERIES that brings new work in performance to Portland. The Holler Sessions will run for only four performances March 8 through March 11, 2018.
2018-2019 Season Announced At The Armory!
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2018
Portland Center Stage at The Armory's 2018-2019 season will feature 11 productions along with a special 10th anniversary return engagement of Storm Large in Crazy Enough, a show that had its world premiere at The Armory in 2009 and became one of the company's biggest hits.
by BWW News Desk - February 20, 2018
Portland Center Stage at The Armory's 2018-2019 season will feature 11 productions along with a special 10th anniversary return engagement of Storm Large in Crazy Enough, a show that had its world premiere at The Armory in 2009 and became one of the company's biggest hits.
The Oregon Premiere Of EL GRANDE DE COCA-COLA Opens at Lakewood Theatre Company
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2018
On March 2, 2018, Lakewood Theatre Company brings to the stage the Portland area premiere of the legendary, classic comedy El Grande de Coca-Cola from the authors of Bullshot Crummond and Footlight Frenzy.
by BWW News Desk - February 18, 2018
On March 2, 2018, Lakewood Theatre Company brings to the stage the Portland area premiere of the legendary, classic comedy El Grande de Coca-Cola from the authors of Bullshot Crummond and Footlight Frenzy.
NW Children's Theater & School Ends Effort To Purchase Historic Home
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2018
As of Thursday, February 15th, 2018, the Board of NW Children's Theater & School has reluctantly decided that NWCT will no longer pursue a plan to purchase and restore the historic NW Neighborhood Cultural Center. Effectively immediately, NWCT is ceasing all efforts to negotiate a purchase of the building and is halting all work on a rehabilitation plan. The Board will immediately turn its attention to finding and securing a new home for the Children's Theater.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2018
As of Thursday, February 15th, 2018, the Board of NW Children's Theater & School has reluctantly decided that NWCT will no longer pursue a plan to purchase and restore the historic NW Neighborhood Cultural Center. Effectively immediately, NWCT is ceasing all efforts to negotiate a purchase of the building and is halting all work on a rehabilitation plan. The Board will immediately turn its attention to finding and securing a new home for the Children's Theater.
Bill Rauch To Leave OSF In 2019 To Lead NYC's Perelman Center
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2018
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) announced today that Artistic Director Bill Rauch will leave OSF in August 2019 to assume artistic leadership of The Ronald O. Perelman Center for Performing Arts at the World Trade Center in New York City.
by BWW News Desk - February 16, 2018
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) announced today that Artistic Director Bill Rauch will leave OSF in August 2019 to assume artistic leadership of The Ronald O. Perelman Center for Performing Arts at the World Trade Center in New York City.
BETWEEN RIVERSIDE AND CRAZY Opens at Artists Rep, 3/4
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2018
Artists Rep presents the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Drama winner Between Riverside and Crazy, by Stephen Adly Guirgis. The play is directed by Adriana Baer and runs from March 4 through April 1 on the theatre's Alder Stage.
by BWW News Desk - February 15, 2018
Artists Rep presents the 2015 Pulitzer Prize for Drama winner Between Riverside and Crazy, by Stephen Adly Guirgis. The play is directed by Adriana Baer and runs from March 4 through April 1 on the theatre's Alder Stage.
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