Voting Now Open for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Portland Awards
by BWW Special Coverage - November 10, 2016
Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Portland Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting will run through December 31. Winners will be announced in early January!
by BWW Special Coverage - November 10, 2016
Voting has opened for the 2016 BroadwayWorld Portland Regional Awards, honoring productions which opened between October 1, 2015 and September 30, 2016. Nominations were completely reader-submitted and after the nomination period ended October 31, BroadwayWorld's local editors proofed the list for eligibility and errors. Voting will run through December 31. Winners will be announced in early January!
OSF Closes its 2016 Season
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2016
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival wrapped up the 2016 season on October 30 with the final performances of Great Expectations, Richard II, Twelfth Night and The Yeomen of the Guard. Preparations for the 2017 season and 2017 member ticket sales are already underway. The 2017 opening weekend is February 24-26; preview performances begin February 17.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2016
The Oregon Shakespeare Festival wrapped up the 2016 season on October 30 with the final performances of Great Expectations, Richard II, Twelfth Night and The Yeomen of the Guard. Preparations for the 2017 season and 2017 member ticket sales are already underway. The 2017 opening weekend is February 24-26; preview performances begin February 17.
ACG Appoints Vice President in Portland
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2016
Victor Gotesman joined Arts Consulting Group (ACG) in 2016 as Vice President to lead the firm's Facilities & Program Planning practice.
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2016
Victor Gotesman joined Arts Consulting Group (ACG) in 2016 as Vice President to lead the firm's Facilities & Program Planning practice.
Oregon Teen Invited to Broadway Dreams Showcase in New York
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
Salem's Phoebe Jacobs invited to join some of the world's top, emerging talent in New York City.
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
Salem's Phoebe Jacobs invited to join some of the world's top, emerging talent in New York City.
STAGES Performing Arts Youth Academy to Jam with SCHOOL OF ROCK - THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
'Those who can, do, and those who can't, teach.' Hillsboro's youth theater, STAGES Performing Arts Youth Academy production of School of Rock, proves that this old adage has some truth to it, as we see Dewey Finn, formerly played by Jack Black, take his rock know how and teaches a new generation of rockers.
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
'Those who can, do, and those who can't, teach.' Hillsboro's youth theater, STAGES Performing Arts Youth Academy production of School of Rock, proves that this old adage has some truth to it, as we see Dewey Finn, formerly played by Jack Black, take his rock know how and teaches a new generation of rockers.
Computer Game and Real-Life Trail Collide in Bekah Brunstetter's THE OREGON TRAIL
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
Portland Center Stage at The Amory continues its Northwest Stories series with Bekah Brunstetter's The Oregon Trail, opening on the U.S. Bank Main Stage on November 4, with previews beginning October 29 and performances through November 20.
by BWW News Desk - November 04, 2016
Portland Center Stage at The Amory continues its Northwest Stories series with Bekah Brunstetter's The Oregon Trail, opening on the U.S. Bank Main Stage on November 4, with previews beginning October 29 and performances through November 20.
Hershey Felder Brings the Story of America's Composer, Irving Berlin, to Life
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2016
Celebrated performer and pianist Hershey Felder brings the remarkable story of beloved composer Irving Berlin to The Armory with his highly acclaimed solo-show, Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin. Portland audiences are familiar with Hershey Felder as the adaptor and director ofThe Pianist of Willesden Lane, which played to sold-out houses at The Armory last season and will return in June for a limited engagement. Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin is directed by Trevor Hay, who collaborated with Felder on The Pianist of Willesden Lane, along with a number of other works. Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin opens on the U.S. Bank Main Stage on December 2; preview performances begin November 30; and the production runs through December 30.
by BWW News Desk - November 03, 2016
Celebrated performer and pianist Hershey Felder brings the remarkable story of beloved composer Irving Berlin to The Armory with his highly acclaimed solo-show, Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin. Portland audiences are familiar with Hershey Felder as the adaptor and director ofThe Pianist of Willesden Lane, which played to sold-out houses at The Armory last season and will return in June for a limited engagement. Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin is directed by Trevor Hay, who collaborated with Felder on The Pianist of Willesden Lane, along with a number of other works. Hershey Felder as Irving Berlin opens on the U.S. Bank Main Stage on December 2; preview performances begin November 30; and the production runs through December 30.
David Sedaris' Hilarious Holiday Hit THE SANTALAND DIARIES Opens in the Ellyn Bye Studio
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
David Sedaris' hilarious tale of a disgruntled elf working in Macy's holiday wonderland will open at The Armory on December 2 and run through December 24, with preview performances beginning November 26. The Santaland Diaries is directed by Wendy Knox and stars Portland-favorite Darius Pierce as Crumpet, a role he has performed for sold-out houses in the Ellyn Bye Studio for the past four seasons.
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
David Sedaris' hilarious tale of a disgruntled elf working in Macy's holiday wonderland will open at The Armory on December 2 and run through December 24, with preview performances beginning November 26. The Santaland Diaries is directed by Wendy Knox and stars Portland-favorite Darius Pierce as Crumpet, a role he has performed for sold-out houses in the Ellyn Bye Studio for the past four seasons.
triangle productions Continues Newest Outreach Program THE BROWN PAPER BAG SERIES
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
Chosen out of several dozen "anti-lynching" plays, most written by African American women between 1916 and 1934, are four one-acts which will be presented through spring of 2017 in the Portland Metro area. In light of recent violent acts against people of color, collaborating professional artists are committed to sharing these plays in ways which elicit greater understanding of yesterday's events relating to today's environment. The intention is to shed light on past atrocities, and to inspire open dialogue about ways in which these historical events affect us today.
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
Chosen out of several dozen "anti-lynching" plays, most written by African American women between 1916 and 1934, are four one-acts which will be presented through spring of 2017 in the Portland Metro area. In light of recent violent acts against people of color, collaborating professional artists are committed to sharing these plays in ways which elicit greater understanding of yesterday's events relating to today's environment. The intention is to shed light on past atrocities, and to inspire open dialogue about ways in which these historical events affect us today.
Photo Flash: The Armory Presents THE OREGON TRAIL
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
You have died of dysentery! For those who grew up playing "The Oregon Trail" computer game, dysentery was serious business. In this fresh and funny retelling of our history, two Janes traverse The Oregon Trail.
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
You have died of dysentery! For those who grew up playing "The Oregon Trail" computer game, dysentery was serious business. In this fresh and funny retelling of our history, two Janes traverse The Oregon Trail.
STAGES Performing Arts Youth Academy to Jam with SCHOOL OF ROCK - THE MUSICAL
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
'Those who can, do, and those who can't, teach.' Hillsboro's youth theater, STAGES Performing Arts Youth Academy production of School of Rock, proves that this old adage has some truth to it, as we see Dewey Finn, formerly played by Jack Black, take his rock know how and teaches a new generation of rockers.
by BWW News Desk - November 02, 2016
'Those who can, do, and those who can't, teach.' Hillsboro's youth theater, STAGES Performing Arts Youth Academy production of School of Rock, proves that this old adage has some truth to it, as we see Dewey Finn, formerly played by Jack Black, take his rock know how and teaches a new generation of rockers.
OSF Begins Renovation of The Bricks
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
The next phase of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival's campus renovations, part of its multi-year "Access for All" campaign, begins in earnest this week as crews led by Adroit Construction begin work on "the Bricks." The courtyard that is often referred to as the heart of the OSF campus and houses the popular Green Show will be under construction through late spring 2017.
by BWW News Desk - November 01, 2016
The next phase of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival's campus renovations, part of its multi-year "Access for All" campaign, begins in earnest this week as crews led by Adroit Construction begin work on "the Bricks." The courtyard that is often referred to as the heart of the OSF campus and houses the popular Green Show will be under construction through late spring 2017.
Computer Game and Real-Life Trail Collide in Bekah Brunstetter's THE OREGON TRAIL
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2016
Portland Center Stage at The Amory continues its Northwest Stories series with Bekah Brunstetter's The Oregon Trail, opening on the U.S. Bank Main Stage on November 4, with previews beginning October 29 and performances through November 20.
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2016
Portland Center Stage at The Amory continues its Northwest Stories series with Bekah Brunstetter's The Oregon Trail, opening on the U.S. Bank Main Stage on November 4, with previews beginning October 29 and performances through November 20.
Oregon Children's Theatre's Young Professionals Company Presents IN THE FOREST SHE GREW FANGS
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Smart, dark, and bewitching, this bloody deconstruction of Red Riding Hood takes on werewolves, teen lust, and high school bullies. An intense, captivating piece, In the Forest She Grew Fangs will open the 2016-17 Young Professionals Company season on October 28th. The Young Professionals (YPs) are theater students ages 14 and up who seek advanced training with Oregon Children's Theatre (OCT) and produce three studio shows throughout the season.
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Smart, dark, and bewitching, this bloody deconstruction of Red Riding Hood takes on werewolves, teen lust, and high school bullies. An intense, captivating piece, In the Forest She Grew Fangs will open the 2016-17 Young Professionals Company season on October 28th. The Young Professionals (YPs) are theater students ages 14 and up who seek advanced training with Oregon Children's Theatre (OCT) and produce three studio shows throughout the season.
THE HOW AND THE WHY Begins at CoHo This October
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Two evolutionary biologists: one an eminent scholar and professor, the other an anxious student with a radical thesis. They are connected by more than just their focus on the female reproductive system - a fertile subject since scientists agree on the how of menstruation, but not the why.
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Two evolutionary biologists: one an eminent scholar and professor, the other an anxious student with a radical thesis. They are connected by more than just their focus on the female reproductive system - a fertile subject since scientists agree on the how of menstruation, but not the why.
Beirut Wedding to Present Inaugural Production, REBORNING, This Fall
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Beirut Wedding's inaugural production, REBORNING, directed by Beirut Wedding's co-founder and co-artistic director, Bobby Bermea, will open October 28th at the Action/Adventure Theatre.
by BWW News Desk - October 28, 2016
Beirut Wedding's inaugural production, REBORNING, directed by Beirut Wedding's co-founder and co-artistic director, Bobby Bermea, will open October 28th at the Action/Adventure Theatre.
Photo Flash: Meet the Star of BUYER & CELLAR at triangle productions!
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2016
triangle productions! continues its 27th season with this Oregon premiere. Taking on the role of Alex More, the struggling L.A. actor how takes a job working in the basement of a Malibu home of a beloved mega-star is none other than James Sharinghousen (James has been seen here at triangle in such shows as Jewtopia, Looped! , Next Fall & Avenue Q). BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at him in character below!
by BWW News Desk - October 27, 2016
triangle productions! continues its 27th season with this Oregon premiere. Taking on the role of Alex More, the struggling L.A. actor how takes a job working in the basement of a Malibu home of a beloved mega-star is none other than James Sharinghousen (James has been seen here at triangle in such shows as Jewtopia, Looped! , Next Fall & Avenue Q). BroadwayWorld has a sneak peek at him in character below!
Lakewood Theatre Company to Present Comedy ONE MAN, TWO GUVNORS
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2016
Richard Bean's internationally acclaimed One Man, Two Guvnors opens at Lakewood Theatre Company on November 4, 2016, with songs by Grant Olding. The British comedy is based on an Italian play, The Servant of Two Masters by Carlo Goldini, and transports the classic conundrums of a harlequin hero from 1740s Florence to 1960s Brighton, keeping the age-old traditions of one of the most revered theatre forms-commedia dell'arte.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2016
Richard Bean's internationally acclaimed One Man, Two Guvnors opens at Lakewood Theatre Company on November 4, 2016, with songs by Grant Olding. The British comedy is based on an Italian play, The Servant of Two Masters by Carlo Goldini, and transports the classic conundrums of a harlequin hero from 1740s Florence to 1960s Brighton, keeping the age-old traditions of one of the most revered theatre forms-commedia dell'arte.
Artists Repertory Theatre Presents A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMAS: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL CELEBRATION
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2016
Artists Repertory Theatre, in collaboration with Staged!, presents A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMAS: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL CELEBRATION for the holidays.
by BWW News Desk - October 25, 2016
Artists Repertory Theatre, in collaboration with Staged!, presents A CIVIL WAR CHRISTMAS: AN AMERICAN MUSICAL CELEBRATION for the holidays.
Theatre Vertigo Presents ASSISTANCE by Leslye Headland
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2016
For these young assistants, life is an endless series of humiliations at the hands of their hellacious boss, a powerful uber magnate. In rare moments of calm when the phone calls stop rolling, Nick and Nora and their traumatized coworkers question whether all their work will lead to success-or just more work. Leslye Headland's ASSISTANCE is a biting, high octane satire about our attraction to power and what we're willing to sacrifice to stay in its orbit. '...the theatrical equivalent of a triple shot espresso." The Los Angeles Times
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2016
For these young assistants, life is an endless series of humiliations at the hands of their hellacious boss, a powerful uber magnate. In rare moments of calm when the phone calls stop rolling, Nick and Nora and their traumatized coworkers question whether all their work will lead to success-or just more work. Leslye Headland's ASSISTANCE is a biting, high octane satire about our attraction to power and what we're willing to sacrifice to stay in its orbit. '...the theatrical equivalent of a triple shot espresso." The Los Angeles Times
Snowlion Repertory Company Announces Workshop Production of ANYTHING HELPS GOD BLESS
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2016
ANYTHING HELPS GOD BLESS tells the story of panhandlers on the median strip versus the City of Portland - a 100% true tale.
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2016
ANYTHING HELPS GOD BLESS tells the story of panhandlers on the median strip versus the City of Portland - a 100% true tale.
Oregon Children's Theatre Premieres GOOSEBUMPS THE MUSICAL!
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2016
Mysterious events befall the theater and no one can be sure if it's just coincidence or the work of…The Phantom! Brooke and Zeke are excited to star in their school's next hit musical, The Phantom, until they hear a rumor that the show is cursed! Prepare to get "Goosebumps" as the mystery unfolds. This silly and (only a little) spooky world premiere musical is based on the beloved book series from R.L. Stine.
by BWW News Desk - October 22, 2016
Mysterious events befall the theater and no one can be sure if it's just coincidence or the work of…The Phantom! Brooke and Zeke are excited to star in their school's next hit musical, The Phantom, until they hear a rumor that the show is cursed! Prepare to get "Goosebumps" as the mystery unfolds. This silly and (only a little) spooky world premiere musical is based on the beloved book series from R.L. Stine.
BWW Review: ASSISTANCE Takes the Horrible Boss/Mistreated Underling Dynamic to a Whole New (and Funny) Level, at Theatre Vertigo
by Krista Garver - October 21, 2016
The next time you're getting ready for work, take a moment to be grateful that your boss is not Daniel Weisinger, the super-rich, super-entitled boss who sucks the life out of one assistant after another in Leslye Headland's ASSISTANCE, now playing at Theatre Vertigo. The play is a sarcastic and funny look at the worst bits of modern office life, and the people on which that life takes its toll.
by Krista Garver - October 21, 2016
The next time you're getting ready for work, take a moment to be grateful that your boss is not Daniel Weisinger, the super-rich, super-entitled boss who sucks the life out of one assistant after another in Leslye Headland's ASSISTANCE, now playing at Theatre Vertigo. The play is a sarcastic and funny look at the worst bits of modern office life, and the people on which that life takes its toll.
Get PLAID-erized This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2016
After a successful 6-week run of L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz, more than 200 hours of performances and an overall audience exceeding 5,000, Salem's nonprofit, professional musical theatre company announced their holiday production starting the day before Thanksgiving - a 3-week run of Plaid Tidings, the Christmas special of the original classic Forever Plaid.
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2016
After a successful 6-week run of L. Frank Baum's The Wizard of Oz, more than 200 hours of performances and an overall audience exceeding 5,000, Salem's nonprofit, professional musical theatre company announced their holiday production starting the day before Thanksgiving - a 3-week run of Plaid Tidings, the Christmas special of the original classic Forever Plaid.
Defunkt Presents the Portland Premiere of HIR by Taylor Mac
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2016
Defunkt is thrilled to bring one of the most celebrated and exciting plays of the past ten years to Portland. As Christopher Isherwood of the New York Times writes "Perhaps no play this year inspired a greater sense of awe than Taylor Mac's audacious dive into the dysfunctional-family playpen of American theater.…in his depiction of a semi-mad housewife with a transgender son, another son reeling from three years in combat in Afghanistan, and a husband whose disabling stroke has rendered him nearly speechless…." Defunkt's own Andrew Klaus -Vineyard directs this Portland Premiere from a unique, exhilarating voice in American theater.
by BWW News Desk - October 15, 2016
Defunkt is thrilled to bring one of the most celebrated and exciting plays of the past ten years to Portland. As Christopher Isherwood of the New York Times writes "Perhaps no play this year inspired a greater sense of awe than Taylor Mac's audacious dive into the dysfunctional-family playpen of American theater.…in his depiction of a semi-mad housewife with a transgender son, another son reeling from three years in combat in Afghanistan, and a husband whose disabling stroke has rendered him nearly speechless…." Defunkt's own Andrew Klaus -Vineyard directs this Portland Premiere from a unique, exhilarating voice in American theater.
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Almost, Maine
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The Prom
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Beauty and the Beast
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Pippin
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ZooZoo
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