Theatre Vertigo presents THE ELECTRIC BABY
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Who can account for the odd ways in which people meet and affect the existence of others? Winner of the Francesca Primus Prize, THE ELECTRIC BABY tells the story of a group of fractured souls who have to rewrite their lives due to a car accident and an encounter with a magical dying baby.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
Who can account for the odd ways in which people meet and affect the existence of others? Winner of the Francesca Primus Prize, THE ELECTRIC BABY tells the story of a group of fractured souls who have to rewrite their lives due to a car accident and an encounter with a magical dying baby.
Lakewood Theatre Company Presents HOW NOW, DOW JONES as Part of the Lost Treasures Collection Series
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
The Lost Treasures Collection, a series of rarely performed musical gems performed in concert/cabaret version on Lakewood Theatre Company's Side Door stage, presents the third offering in its 7th season, How Now, Dow Jones, a musical comedy with music by Academy Award-winner Elmer Bernstein, lyrics by Tony Award nominee Carolyn Leigh and book by Max Shulman.
by BWW News Desk - April 06, 2017
The Lost Treasures Collection, a series of rarely performed musical gems performed in concert/cabaret version on Lakewood Theatre Company's Side Door stage, presents the third offering in its 7th season, How Now, Dow Jones, a musical comedy with music by Academy Award-winner Elmer Bernstein, lyrics by Tony Award nominee Carolyn Leigh and book by Max Shulman.
ROBIN HOOD to Return to NW Children's Theater & School for One Last Heist
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
Get ready for justice, Sherwood Forest-style! Adventure awaits as Robin, Marian, and com- pany return to cross swords and match wits with the nefarious Sheriff of Nottingham and the evil Prince John in this hilarious, heist- lled, original adaptation!
by BWW News Desk - April 05, 2017
Get ready for justice, Sherwood Forest-style! Adventure awaits as Robin, Marian, and com- pany return to cross swords and match wits with the nefarious Sheriff of Nottingham and the evil Prince John in this hilarious, heist- lled, original adaptation!
Oregon Children's Theatre Announces 2017-2018 30th Anniversary Season!
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
Award-winning Oregon Children's Theatre announces its 2017-2018 season and its 30th anniversary of transforming lives through theater! That's 30 years of creating compelling plays for millions of children (literally!). Many parents who came to OCT's first shows are back, but this time with their grandchildren. To celebrate 30 years, OCT is launching a season full of fun and adventure!
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
Award-winning Oregon Children's Theatre announces its 2017-2018 season and its 30th anniversary of transforming lives through theater! That's 30 years of creating compelling plays for millions of children (literally!). Many parents who came to OCT's first shows are back, but this time with their grandchildren. To celebrate 30 years, OCT is launching a season full of fun and adventure!
Photo Flash: Oregon Children's Theatre Presents TOMAS AND THE LIBRARY LADY
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
Some relationships are so special they have the power to change lives forever. Tomas, the son of migrant workers, spends long, hot days in the fields harvesting crops. But when he meets a kind librarian, she helps him find escape from the heat in the form of thousands of books.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2017
Some relationships are so special they have the power to change lives forever. Tomas, the son of migrant workers, spends long, hot days in the fields harvesting crops. But when he meets a kind librarian, she helps him find escape from the heat in the form of thousands of books.
MARY'S WEDDING Opens at The Armory 4/21
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2017
Mary's Wedding, Stephen Massicotte's dream-centered love story set during World War One, opens in The Armory's Ellyn Bye Studio on April 21, with preview performances beginning April 15 and regular performances running through May 28. Brandon Woolley will direct this tender story, starring Lexi Lapp and Alex J. Gould in their company debuts. Lapp will play Mary, the English dreamer we meet on the eve of her wedding day, and 'Flowers,' a commanding officer in WWI. Gould will play Charlie, the Canadian farm boy turned soldier.
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2017
Mary's Wedding, Stephen Massicotte's dream-centered love story set during World War One, opens in The Armory's Ellyn Bye Studio on April 21, with preview performances beginning April 15 and regular performances running through May 28. Brandon Woolley will direct this tender story, starring Lexi Lapp and Alex J. Gould in their company debuts. Lapp will play Mary, the English dreamer we meet on the eve of her wedding day, and 'Flowers,' a commanding officer in WWI. Gould will play Charlie, the Canadian farm boy turned soldier.
THE DANGEROUS PRECIPICE OF MEDEA Resurrects the Company's Famous No Exit Stage
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2017
Imago Theatre's mentor Jacques Lecoq, a theatre icon who influenced the world on movement in the performing arts, taught a concept called "the balance of the stage." In 1998, Jerry Mouawad, Artistic Co-Director of Imago Theatre, designed a deck suspended in a black void three feet off the stage floor that tips and sways in an abyss. It made physical and visible Lecoq's "Balance of the Stage."
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2017
Imago Theatre's mentor Jacques Lecoq, a theatre icon who influenced the world on movement in the performing arts, taught a concept called "the balance of the stage." In 1998, Jerry Mouawad, Artistic Co-Director of Imago Theatre, designed a deck suspended in a black void three feet off the stage floor that tips and sways in an abyss. It made physical and visible Lecoq's "Balance of the Stage."
BWW Review: Great Music, Powerful Storytelling Fuel WILD AND RECKLESS at Portland Center Stage
by Krista Garver - March 31, 2017
WILD AND RECKLESS is a futuristic original rock musical born from a collaboration between Portland Center Stage and local indie rock band Blitzen Trapper.
by Krista Garver - March 31, 2017
WILD AND RECKLESS is a futuristic original rock musical born from a collaboration between Portland Center Stage and local indie rock band Blitzen Trapper.
BWW Review: LAUREN WEEDMAN DOESN'T LIVE HERE ANYMORE Brings Laughter, Tears, and an Identity Crisis to Portland Center Stage
by Krista Garver - March 31, 2017
In her new one-woman show, LAUREN WEEDMAN DOESN'T LIVE HERE ANYMORE, Lauren wrestles with her own demons of infidelity leading to divorce through the perspective of her alter ego Tami Lisa.
by Krista Garver - March 31, 2017
In her new one-woman show, LAUREN WEEDMAN DOESN'T LIVE HERE ANYMORE, Lauren wrestles with her own demons of infidelity leading to divorce through the perspective of her alter ego Tami Lisa.
Portland Story Theater's Urban Tellers Brings the Stories of Immigrants and Refugees to Life
by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2017
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by BWW News Desk - March 31, 2017
???????Portland Story Theater is thrilled to be creating a very special edition of Urban Tellers, featuring the real, true stories of immigrants and refugees now living in Portland, Oregon.
Artists Rep to present the Final Stage Performance of RODNEY KING
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre will present Rodney King, written and performed by acclaimed actor and performance artist Roger Guenveur Smith. This production at Artists Rep will be the final stage performances of Smith's piece that has been touring since 2012. Netflix will release the new film Rodney King, directed by Spike Lee, starring Smith, on April 28. Youth and community engagement programming surrounds the four public performances, and one free student performance, held for Rodney King, April 21 through April 23, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - March 30, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre will present Rodney King, written and performed by acclaimed actor and performance artist Roger Guenveur Smith. This production at Artists Rep will be the final stage performances of Smith's piece that has been touring since 2012. Netflix will release the new film Rodney King, directed by Spike Lee, starring Smith, on April 28. Youth and community engagement programming surrounds the four public performances, and one free student performance, held for Rodney King, April 21 through April 23, 2017.
BUILDING THE WALL Added to Triangle's Line Up
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2017
Triangle is joining other theatres around the US as a rolling roll out of a Word Premiere play.
by BWW News Desk - March 26, 2017
Triangle is joining other theatres around the US as a rolling roll out of a Word Premiere play.
HANNAH AND THE DREAD GAZEBO Opens 4/2 at Oregon Shakespeare Festival
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2017
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival will present the world premiere of Hannah and the Dread Gazebo by Jiehae Park, directed by Chay Yew, on April 2 in the Thomas Theatre. Preview performances are March 29, 31 and April 1.
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2017
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival will present the world premiere of Hannah and the Dread Gazebo by Jiehae Park, directed by Chay Yew, on April 2 in the Thomas Theatre. Preview performances are March 29, 31 and April 1.
Milagro Presents World Premiere of Spanish Language Play: OYE OYA
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2017
Milagro presents the World Premiere of Óye Oya Book by Rebecca Martinez, based on a treatment by Rodolfo Ortega, Music and Lyrics by Rodolfo Ortega, Directed by Estefania Fadul
by BWW News Desk - March 24, 2017
Milagro presents the World Premiere of Óye Oya Book by Rebecca Martinez, based on a treatment by Rodolfo Ortega, Music and Lyrics by Rodolfo Ortega, Directed by Estefania Fadul
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, SISTER ACT and More Slated for Lakewood Theatre Company's 2017-18 Season
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2017
Lakewood Theatre Company will begin its 65th season with six productions on its Mainstage and three productions on its Side Door stage beginning July 7, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - March 23, 2017
Lakewood Theatre Company will begin its 65th season with six productions on its Mainstage and three productions on its Side Door stage beginning July 7, 2017.
BWW Review: PLAYHOUSE CREATURES Shows How Far We Haven't Come in 400 Years, at CoHo Productions
by Krista Garver - March 23, 2017
PLAYHOUSE CREATURES is a funny and heartbreaking look at what life was like for a woman in theatre during England's Restoration period. Sadly, it wasn't much different from today.
by Krista Garver - March 23, 2017
PLAYHOUSE CREATURES is a funny and heartbreaking look at what life was like for a woman in theatre during England's Restoration period. Sadly, it wasn't much different from today.
LAUREN WEEDMAN DOESN'T LIVE HERE ANYMORE Opens This Saturday!
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2017
Lauren Weedman, who took the city by storm with The People's Republic of Portland, is back once again for the world premiere of her first music-based production, Lauren Weedman Doesn't Live Here Anymore. The Armory's Associate Artistic Director Rose Riordan will direct the production. Tim Sonnefeld will provide music direction and join Weedman on stage to play guitar, along with Ji Tanzer on drums. The production will mark Weedman's debut on The Armory's U.S. Bank Main Stage. Lauren Weedman Doesn't Live Here Anymore begins preview performances on March 16; the opening night/press night is March 24; and regular performances run throughApril 30.
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2017
Lauren Weedman, who took the city by storm with The People's Republic of Portland, is back once again for the world premiere of her first music-based production, Lauren Weedman Doesn't Live Here Anymore. The Armory's Associate Artistic Director Rose Riordan will direct the production. Tim Sonnefeld will provide music direction and join Weedman on stage to play guitar, along with Ji Tanzer on drums. The production will mark Weedman's debut on The Armory's U.S. Bank Main Stage. Lauren Weedman Doesn't Live Here Anymore begins preview performances on March 16; the opening night/press night is March 24; and regular performances run throughApril 30.
Portland-Based Rock Band Blitzen Trapper to Make Their Theatrical Debut with WILD AND RECKLESS at The Armory
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2017
Acclaimed Portland-based rock band Blitzen Trapper will make their foray into the world of theater with Wild and Reckless, a new concert event written and performed by the band that will have its world premiere at The Armory. The band has already recorded a limited-edition LP soundtrack for Wild and Reckless that will be available exclusively at performances. Entertainment Weekly premiered the song "Love Live On," which can be heard HERE. Co-directed by The Armory's Associate Artistic Director Rose Riordan and Production Manager Liam Kaas-Lentz, Wild and Reckless will run on the U.S. Bank Main Stage for 28 performances. Preview performances begin March 16; the opening night/press night is March 24; and regular performances run through April 30. The band will be joined on stage by New York-based actor Laura Carbonell (originally from Portland), making her debut at The Armory, and Portland-favorite Leif Norby.
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2017
Acclaimed Portland-based rock band Blitzen Trapper will make their foray into the world of theater with Wild and Reckless, a new concert event written and performed by the band that will have its world premiere at The Armory. The band has already recorded a limited-edition LP soundtrack for Wild and Reckless that will be available exclusively at performances. Entertainment Weekly premiered the song "Love Live On," which can be heard HERE. Co-directed by The Armory's Associate Artistic Director Rose Riordan and Production Manager Liam Kaas-Lentz, Wild and Reckless will run on the U.S. Bank Main Stage for 28 performances. Preview performances begin March 16; the opening night/press night is March 24; and regular performances run through April 30. The band will be joined on stage by New York-based actor Laura Carbonell (originally from Portland), making her debut at The Armory, and Portland-favorite Leif Norby.
Portland Stage Affiliate Artists present PLAYS IN PROGRESS in New Studio Series Workshop Events!
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2017
On Saturday, April 1st at 7:30 pm and Monday, April 3rd at 7:30pm, Portland Stage Affiliate Artists will present workshops of two new plays-in-process. Our new Studio Series Workshop program aims to feature workshops of new plays in our Studio Theater that are in development by our resident Affiliate Artists.
by BWW News Desk - March 22, 2017
On Saturday, April 1st at 7:30 pm and Monday, April 3rd at 7:30pm, Portland Stage Affiliate Artists will present workshops of two new plays-in-process. Our new Studio Series Workshop program aims to feature workshops of new plays in our Studio Theater that are in development by our resident Affiliate Artists.
triangle productions! to Continue 'Brown Paper Bag Series' with SAFE
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2017
triangle productions! will continue its outreach program, THE BROWN PAPER BAG SERIES, with SAFE by Georgia Douglas Johnson.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2017
triangle productions! will continue its outreach program, THE BROWN PAPER BAG SERIES, with SAFE by Georgia Douglas Johnson.
Tickets for Beloved Music Festival's 10th Annual Celebration On Sale Now
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2017
The first tier of tickets for the 10th annual Beloved Festival will be released Tuesday, March 21st at 10 AM PST. Set to take place in the enchanting coastal forest near Tidewater, OR where it has been held since inception – about 2.5 hours southwest of Portland, Oregon – Beloved Festival is a 4-day open-air celebration recognized for showcasing internationally renowned musicians, artists, and teachers.
by BWW News Desk - March 21, 2017
The first tier of tickets for the 10th annual Beloved Festival will be released Tuesday, March 21st at 10 AM PST. Set to take place in the enchanting coastal forest near Tidewater, OR where it has been held since inception – about 2.5 hours southwest of Portland, Oregon – Beloved Festival is a 4-day open-air celebration recognized for showcasing internationally renowned musicians, artists, and teachers.
BWW Review: GOLDA'S BALCONY at Triangle Productions: Read Your History Before You Go
by Krista Garver - March 21, 2017
GOLDA'S BALCONY provides a fascinating look at a turbulent point in world history.
by Krista Garver - March 21, 2017
GOLDA'S BALCONY provides a fascinating look at a turbulent point in world history.
Artists' Rep Welcomes Andrea Stolowitz as New Lacroute Playwright-in-Residence
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre announces that Ronni Lacroute, longtime Artists Rep sponsor and Portland arts patron, has committed to funding a five-year patronage for local award-winning playwright and Artists Rep Resident Artist Andrea Stolowitz.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre announces that Ronni Lacroute, longtime Artists Rep sponsor and Portland arts patron, has committed to funding a five-year patronage for local award-winning playwright and Artists Rep Resident Artist Andrea Stolowitz.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival Announces 2018 Season Including Same Sex OKLAHOMA
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2017
Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) Artistic Director Bill Rauch announced the Festival's 2018 playbill.
by BWW News Desk - March 20, 2017
Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) Artistic Director Bill Rauch announced the Festival's 2018 playbill.
BWW Review: Grief Gets Bloody in Horror Comedy FEATHERS AND TEETH, at Artists Rep
by Krista Garver - March 20, 2017
FEATHERS AND TEETH is a bloody, campy fun show that's completely different from anything else you'll see at Artists Rep.
by Krista Garver - March 20, 2017
FEATHERS AND TEETH is a bloody, campy fun show that's completely different from anything else you'll see at Artists Rep.
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Autoretrato de Fridita
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