Current & Upcoming at PCS
Improvisation Classes for Beginners
Whether you're looking to get more confident in social situations, think quicker on your feet, or get in touch with your imaginative side, these "one-off" improv classes will set you on the path to success!
Foundations of Improvisation
Looking to expand your knowledge and skills of improvisation? Whether you did theater in high school and want to jump back in, are looking to find creative connections with others, or are a theater professional looking to deepen your training, this 6-week course is perfect for you!
May First Thursday
Join us for our Fat Ham First Thursday! We'll have complimentary beer from Deschutes Brewery, live music from local musician Davasate Phelps and a pre-show panel discussion for Fat Ham, featuring Black Men’s Wellness. Panelists include Darell Wade, Cameron Whitten, Bradley Ensworth, Maco Monthervil and Darion Jones. This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Laughs & Smiles 2: A Tribute to Raishawn Wickwire’s Life and Legacy in Comedy!
On Friday, May 8th at 8:00pm, MonsterBox Comedy, Lafter Life Comedy and Portland Center Stage are proud to present: Laughs & Smiles 2: A Tribute to Raishawn Wickwire’s Life and Legacy in Comedy! Laughs & Smiles 2 is a standup comedy show honoring Raishawn Wickwire, the beloved Portland comedy producer, who passed away in 2024.
I See You, and I Value You: Connecting Through Affirmation
Join Keela Johnson for this special Mother's Day post-show activity is to introduce affirmation as a subconscious rebuilding practice that supports the strengthening of neural pathways associated with self-worth, positive valuation, and intrinsic reward. Through intentional acknowledgment and affirmations, participants are encouraged to accept and reaffirm who they are and who they aspire to become.
‘night, Mother by Marsha Norman
To bring awareness to May’s being Mental Health Month, PATA will be producing a special one night only reading of Marsha Norman’s 'night, Mother featuring Portland favorite Sharonlee Mclean, KOIN Channel 6 News Anchors Emily Burris and Travis Teich and directed by Jeremy Cole.
Portland Center Stage is committed to identifying & interrupting instances of racism & all forms of oppression, through the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, & accessibility (IDEA).
