Beloved Presents Alex and Allyson Grey at Inaugurada La Primavera
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2017
From the creators of Beloved Festival comes Inaugurada La Primavera on April 21 & 22 - two nights of joy and justice and a multi-venue call-to-action. Featuring Alex + Allyson Grey, Las Cafeteras, and a diverse array of musicians and artists, this Portland, Oregon celebration catalyzes hope and accountability in the midst of uncertainty and benefits the Voz Workers' Rights Education Project.
by BWW News Desk - March 17, 2017
From the creators of Beloved Festival comes Inaugurada La Primavera on April 21 & 22 - two nights of joy and justice and a multi-venue call-to-action. Featuring Alex + Allyson Grey, Las Cafeteras, and a diverse array of musicians and artists, this Portland, Oregon celebration catalyzes hope and accountability in the midst of uncertainty and benefits the Voz Workers' Rights Education Project.
Steven Dietz's New Play THIS RANDOM WORLD to Make West Coast Premiere at PAC
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2017
Portland Actors Conservatory will host the exclusive west coast premiere of This Random World. This new play asks the serious question of how often we travel parallel paths through the world without noticing.
by BWW News Desk - March 16, 2017
Portland Actors Conservatory will host the exclusive west coast premiere of This Random World. This new play asks the serious question of how often we travel parallel paths through the world without noticing.
STRING AROUND MY FINGER Premieres at Portland Stage This April
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2017
Portland Stage Presents String Around My Finger by Brenda Withers, The Clauder Competition Gold Prize Winner, Apr 4 - Apr 23, 2017. Previews April 4-6, Opening Night Friday April 7.
by BWW News Desk - March 15, 2017
Portland Stage Presents String Around My Finger by Brenda Withers, The Clauder Competition Gold Prize Winner, Apr 4 - Apr 23, 2017. Previews April 4-6, Opening Night Friday April 7.
Oregon Children's Theatre to Present Bizarre, Funny and Intense ORPHANS
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2017
Suspenseful, bizarre, humorous, and intense! This Tony-nominated show tells the story of siblings - sensitive recluse, Phillip; and violent pickpocket, Treat. When Treat kidnaps a mysterious businessman, the tables are turned on the two siblings in a strange, hilarious, and moving way.
by BWW News Desk - March 14, 2017
Suspenseful, bizarre, humorous, and intense! This Tony-nominated show tells the story of siblings - sensitive recluse, Phillip; and violent pickpocket, Treat. When Treat kidnaps a mysterious businessman, the tables are turned on the two siblings in a strange, hilarious, and moving way.
Third Rail Repertory Theatre presents THE ANGRY BRIGADE by James Graham
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2017
Young anarchists try to bring down the Establishment. The police try to stop them. Push to the left, push to the right. Push far enough and you'll be surprised who you meet.
by BWW News Desk - March 13, 2017
Young anarchists try to bring down the Establishment. The police try to stop them. Push to the left, push to the right. Push far enough and you'll be surprised who you meet.
Artists Rep presents Horror Genre-Inspired Comedy FEATHERS AND TEETH
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre presents the Northwest Premiere of FEATHERS AND TEETH by Charise Castro Smith, directed by Artistic Director Damaso Rodriguez. Previews performances begin March 7, the play opens March 11 and runs through April 2 on the Morrison Stage.
by BWW News Desk - March 10, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre presents the Northwest Premiere of FEATHERS AND TEETH by Charise Castro Smith, directed by Artistic Director Damaso Rodriguez. Previews performances begin March 7, the play opens March 11 and runs through April 2 on the Morrison Stage.
Portland-based Rock Band Blitzen Trapper to Make Theatrical Debut with WILD AND RECKLESS at The Armory
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 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' today, 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, making her debut at The Armory, and Portland-favorite Leif Norby.
by BWW News Desk - March 09, 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' today, 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, making her debut at The Armory, and Portland-favorite Leif Norby.
Celebrate Shakespeare's Birthday at THE BARD'S BIRTHDAY BASH
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2017
Join Experience Theatre Project and William Shakespeare himself for a spectacular Steampunk-themed, all ages, and FREE to the public celebration of Shakespeare's 453rd birthday!
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2017
Join Experience Theatre Project and William Shakespeare himself for a spectacular Steampunk-themed, all ages, and FREE to the public celebration of Shakespeare's 453rd birthday!
Artists Rep & Isinglass Partner to Host Summer Theatre Leadership Academy for High School Students
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre is partnering with local arts advocacy non-profit Isinglass to offer Egg, the organization's three year-old summer theatre leadership academy. Egg is an intensive seven-week program that teaches high school students the art and business of producing their own theatrical production. This summer 2017 program concludes with a week-long planning session for students to develop theatre and arts advocacy projects which they implement in their own schools during the following school year.
by BWW News Desk - March 08, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre is partnering with local arts advocacy non-profit Isinglass to offer Egg, the organization's three year-old summer theatre leadership academy. Egg is an intensive seven-week program that teaches high school students the art and business of producing their own theatrical production. This summer 2017 program concludes with a week-long planning session for students to develop theatre and arts advocacy projects which they implement in their own schools during the following school year.
JAFFA GATE and NOISEMAKERS Two New Premieres from Northwest Theatre Workshop
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2017
There's a new theatre company in town - surprise, surprise - with a new way of doing things and two upcoming world premieres to prove its worth.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2017
There's a new theatre company in town - surprise, surprise - with a new way of doing things and two upcoming world premieres to prove its worth.
FUN HOME Kicks off Portland Center Stage at The Armory's 30th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2017
Portland Center Stage at The Armory kicks off its 30th anniversary season with the "heart-gripping and cathartic" musical Fun Home, which swept the 2015 Tony Awards with five wins.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2017
Portland Center Stage at The Armory kicks off its 30th anniversary season with the "heart-gripping and cathartic" musical Fun Home, which swept the 2015 Tony Awards with five wins.
Artists Rep presents Horror Genre-Inspired Comedy FEATHERS AND TEETH
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre presents the Northwest Premiere of FEATHERS AND TEETH by Charise Castro Smith, directed by Artistic Director Damaso Rodriguez. Previews performances begin March 7, the play opens March 11 and runs through April 2 on the Morrison Stage.
by BWW News Desk - March 07, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre presents the Northwest Premiere of FEATHERS AND TEETH by Charise Castro Smith, directed by Artistic Director Damaso Rodriguez. Previews performances begin March 7, the play opens March 11 and runs through April 2 on the Morrison Stage.
The Bronte Sisters Will Live Again in BRONTE at the Hillsboro Library
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2017
Anne, Charlotte, and Emily Bronte were familiar with overcoming hurdles; the three Bronte sisters overcame isolation, sexism, and a family rocked by addiction to become three of the most important writers in all of Western literature. It is fitting, therefore, that the recent announcement of the pending sale of the Venetian Theatre in downtown Hillsboro is simply another hurdle the sisters must overcome to bring their lives and literature to life for Hillsboro audiences.
by BWW News Desk - March 04, 2017
Anne, Charlotte, and Emily Bronte were familiar with overcoming hurdles; the three Bronte sisters overcame isolation, sexism, and a family rocked by addiction to become three of the most important writers in all of Western literature. It is fitting, therefore, that the recent announcement of the pending sale of the Venetian Theatre in downtown Hillsboro is simply another hurdle the sisters must overcome to bring their lives and literature to life for Hillsboro audiences.
Milagro Receives $264,300 in Grant Funding
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2017
Milagro, the Northwest's premier Latino arts and culture organization, was awarded $264,300 in grants from December 2016 to February 2017 for general operating support and capital improvements, and for Milagro's artistic programming, arts education, and community engagement efforts.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2017
Milagro, the Northwest's premier Latino arts and culture organization, was awarded $264,300 in grants from December 2016 to February 2017 for general operating support and capital improvements, and for Milagro's artistic programming, arts education, and community engagement efforts.
Artists Rep's new Frontier Series Continues with WINNERS AND LOSERS
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre presents Winners and Losers written and performed by acclaimed Canadian performance artists, Marcus Youssef and James Long, directed by Chris Abraham. Part of Artists Rep's FRONTIER SERIES and produced by Theatre Replacement and Neworld Theatre in association with Crow's Theatre, Winners and Losers will run for four performances, March 24 through March 26, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2017
Artists Repertory Theatre presents Winners and Losers written and performed by acclaimed Canadian performance artists, Marcus Youssef and James Long, directed by Chris Abraham. Part of Artists Rep's FRONTIER SERIES and produced by Theatre Replacement and Neworld Theatre in association with Crow's Theatre, Winners and Losers will run for four performances, March 24 through March 26, 2017.
BUYER & CELLAR Comes to Portland Rep
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2017
Portland Stage is pleased to present BUYER & CELLAR by Jonathan Tolins, and Staring Dustin Tucker. Previews run Tuesday, February 28 - Thursday, March 2, and opening Friday, March 3 and running through Sunday, March 26, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2017
Portland Stage is pleased to present BUYER & CELLAR by Jonathan Tolins, and Staring Dustin Tucker. Previews run Tuesday, February 28 - Thursday, March 2, and opening Friday, March 3 and running through Sunday, March 26, 2017.
Theatre Vertigo to Present A MAZE by Rob Handel
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2017
Theatre Vertigo presents A Maze by Rob Handel, directed by Nate Cohen, running Friday, April 14 through Saturday, May 13, 2017.
by BWW News Desk - March 03, 2017
Theatre Vertigo presents A Maze by Rob Handel, directed by Nate Cohen, running Friday, April 14 through Saturday, May 13, 2017.
OSF Spring FESTIVAL NOONS Begin 3/4
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2017
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival has unveiled its 2017 Spring Festival Noons schedule, with a range of events that includes the March 4 conversation "The Past is Always Present: Luis Alfaro as a Citizen Artist," with guest dramaturg Tiffany Ana Lopez, and back by popular demand, a live demonstration of scenic painting techniques with Festival scenic artists on May 6.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 2017
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival has unveiled its 2017 Spring Festival Noons schedule, with a range of events that includes the March 4 conversation "The Past is Always Present: Luis Alfaro as a Citizen Artist," with guest dramaturg Tiffany Ana Lopez, and back by popular demand, a live demonstration of scenic painting techniques with Festival scenic artists on May 6.
Oregon Children's Theatre presents TOMAS & THE LIBRARY LADY
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 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. Soon his imagination takes off and Tomas discovers a surprising world filled with dinosaurs, tigers, and limitless possibilities. Through the magic of theater and songs, this heartwarming story illustrates the power of imagination, self-respect, and positive encouragement.
by BWW News Desk - March 01, 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. Soon his imagination takes off and Tomas discovers a surprising world filled with dinosaurs, tigers, and limitless possibilities. Through the magic of theater and songs, this heartwarming story illustrates the power of imagination, self-respect, and positive encouragement.
Oregon Children's Theatre Announces Free Class Day
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2017
Oregon Children's Theatre's Acting Academy is excited to announce that it will offer a Free Class Day on Saturday, March 18that OCT Headquarters, located at 1939 NE Sandy Blvd. New students ages 4-18 interested in learning about our Acting Academy classes are welcome to attend one of our free 30 minute classes, which will be divided by age.
by BWW News Desk - February 28, 2017
Oregon Children's Theatre's Acting Academy is excited to announce that it will offer a Free Class Day on Saturday, March 18that OCT Headquarters, located at 1939 NE Sandy Blvd. New students ages 4-18 interested in learning about our Acting Academy classes are welcome to attend one of our free 30 minute classes, which will be divided by age.
BWW Review: Race, Religion, Elitism - Just a Few Issues Portland Playhouse Takes on in PEN/MAN/SHIP
by Krista Garver - February 28, 2017
PEN/MAN/SHIP at Portland Playhouse is a moving drama about robbing darkness of its power by bringing it into the light.
by Krista Garver - February 28, 2017
PEN/MAN/SHIP at Portland Playhouse is a moving drama about robbing darkness of its power by bringing it into the light.
BWW Review: Resonance Ensemble Shows Off the Art of Cabaret in Wildly Entertaining DIRTY, STUPID MUSIC
by Krista Garver - February 28, 2017
DIRTY, STUPID MUSIC, Resonance Ensemble's latest cabaret is a little dirty, a little stupid, and a lot of fun.
by Krista Garver - February 28, 2017
DIRTY, STUPID MUSIC, Resonance Ensemble's latest cabaret is a little dirty, a little stupid, and a lot of fun.
DIRTY, STUPID MUSIC — from Satie to Sinatra!
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2017
Join Resonance Ensemble for an evening of cocktails and provocative, heart-wrenching hilarity as they present a cabaret-style, live music variety show at the unique and recently renovated Curious Comedy Theater (5225 NE MLK Blvd), located conveniently in Northeast Portland. The fun, hosted by Portland's very own version of Liberace, David Saffert, begins today, February 25th at 8:00 pm, with an additional "cocktail hour show" on Sunday, February 26th at 4:00 pm. General admission tickets are $30, with discounts available for seniors, youth, and artists. To order tickets, visit resonancechoral.org or call: (503) 427-8701.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2017
Join Resonance Ensemble for an evening of cocktails and provocative, heart-wrenching hilarity as they present a cabaret-style, live music variety show at the unique and recently renovated Curious Comedy Theater (5225 NE MLK Blvd), located conveniently in Northeast Portland. The fun, hosted by Portland's very own version of Liberace, David Saffert, begins today, February 25th at 8:00 pm, with an additional "cocktail hour show" on Sunday, February 26th at 4:00 pm. General admission tickets are $30, with discounts available for seniors, youth, and artists. To order tickets, visit resonancechoral.org or call: (503) 427-8701.
Oregon Children's Theatre to Present Stage Adaptation of FLORA & ULYSSES
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2017
Can a hairless, little squirrel change the human heart? After getting sucked up by a Ulysses 2000x vacuum cleaner, a squirrel is rescued by Flora Belle Buckman, a 10-year-old self-proclaimed cynic. She names him Ulysses and discovers he has been reborn a superhero. Indeed, this once average squirrel can suddenly understand Flora, fly, and even write poetry. Together they embark on an adventure full of quirky characters and bursting with heart.
by BWW News Desk - February 25, 2017
Can a hairless, little squirrel change the human heart? After getting sucked up by a Ulysses 2000x vacuum cleaner, a squirrel is rescued by Flora Belle Buckman, a 10-year-old self-proclaimed cynic. She names him Ulysses and discovers he has been reborn a superhero. Indeed, this once average squirrel can suddenly understand Flora, fly, and even write poetry. Together they embark on an adventure full of quirky characters and bursting with heart.
LAUREN WEEDMAN DOESN'T LIVE HERE ANYMORE Opens at the Armory
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 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 through April 30.
by BWW News Desk - February 24, 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 through April 30.
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Poirot: The Murder of Roger Ayckroyd
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Los Empeños de una Casa
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As You Like It
Metropolitan Performing Arts (6/27 - 7/19) | |
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Grupo Arga Detectives Privados
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Doja Cat at Moda Center
Moda Center (10/17 - 10/17) | |
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A Mirror by Sam Holcroft
Third Rail Repertory Theatre (2/25 - 3/15) | |
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The Ugly Duckling
Metropolitan Performing Arts (3/14 - 3/14) | |
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Footloose
Magenta Theater (5/8 - 5/24) | |
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