Stories Behind the People
We can learn a lot from those who are part of our theater family. In this interview series, learn about some of our many supporters and members of the Portland Center Stage family.
"The coming together of a variety of both artistic and technical elements is what makes theatre inspiring for me. While very specific things must happen during a show (lights, blocking, costume changes), the actors must still be free to experience the reality of their character and the world of the show."
"Everything you need to learn in life, you learn from theater."
"As a person who travels around the world checking out theater, I am inspired to know that we are right up there with the best of them."
"Idea + blank sheet of paper + words + emotion + persistence + carpenters + designers + casting agents + costumers + make-up artists + stage manager + dialect coach + actors + dancers + director + lights + music + casting agent + a place + audience + some money = TRANSFORMATIVE EXPERIENCE."
PCS is made possible by donors like Vikki Mee and Steve Cox.
"Theater brings emotions to the surface, helps me find lost memories and observe human behavior in a more focused manner."
"Try to know yourself."
"I love to feel the synergistic energy that is created between the players and the audience - that moment when the play, the actors, the viewers, the words, the emotions, and everything that makes up the production blends together into what I can only describe as the 'Ah' experience."
"Theater contemporizes stories of human struggles and triumphs."
"I have never forgotten the power of theater to transport us from everyday sameness to worlds of joy, grief, and critical pivot points in life. I think that’s what theater is all about – what do you do when you have huge choices to make?"
Get to know Claire Wheeler.
"I can’t identify one favorite. For me, each production brings a message, an enjoyment and frequently a few challenging ideas to contemplate."
"The passion exuded by the actors, the amazing sets, the diversity of plays, and the attention to detail make this such an inspiring place."
Portland Center Stage is committed to identifying & interrupting instances of racism & all forms of oppression, through the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, & accessibility (IDEA).
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