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!
Special Screening: Hind Under Siege
Hind Under Siege is a short film based on a true story, depicting the harrowing phone call between the Red Crescent and six-year-old Hind Rajab, who becomes trapped in a car while hiding from the ongoing genocide in Gaza. The film captures Hind’s fear of the Israeli forces, her isolation, and her hope, while also portraying the courage, compassion, and determination of Rana Al-Faqih, the Red Crescent worker, and those who witness this desperate moment.
Slamlandia Presents: The 2026 Grand Slam!
Come on out for Slamlandia’s 2026 Grand Slam! This finals stage event is the culmination of the monthly Portland literary series Slamlandia’s 2025 - 2026 poetry slam season. The top 10 poets of the season will compete in this three round poetry slam to determine who will represent Slamlandia at local, regional, and national events for the following year. This show features a variety of poetry that ranges anywhere from high energy to introspective to political to heartfelt, but always passionate. Hosted by Christopher Diaz.
Improv Comedy: Love, Shakespeare
Witness the Magic of Unscripted Shakespeare! Step into the offbeat word of Love, Shakespeare, where seasoned Portland comedians attempt something audacious: performing a fully improvised Elizabethan play based on your suggestions!
2026 Theater Lovers' Bash
This isn’t your typical sit-down gala. Portland Center Stage’s annual fundraising celebration is a high-energy carnival of theater-inspired experiences—think games, performances, music, and moments of surprise around every corner. Come ready to mingle, explore, and play while supporting bold, local storytelling.
Acting for Adults: Actors' Toolbox
Explore Anne Bogart’s viewpoints, Meisner’s technique of repetition, Adler’s emotional recall, Laban’s eight efforts, Lecoq’s seven levels of tension, Michael Chekhov’s psychological gestures and learn to apply these to text of your choosing.
Portland Center Stage is committed to identifying & interrupting instances of racism & all forms of oppression, through the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, & accessibility (IDEA).
