Every Brilliant Thing
“Heart-wrenching, hilarious ... possibly one of the funniest plays you’ll ever see, full stop.”
-The Guardian
“Brilliant? Let us count the ways"
-Oregon ArtsWatch
Duncan Macmillan’s play shines hilarious and compassionate light in dark corners of the human condition, and the way in which the creators have constructed the performance is refreshingly theatrical. A reminder that hope is never truly lost, and a testament to the healing power of storytelling.
Who’s Who:
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Playbill:
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Run Time:
Approximately 70 minutes, no intermission.
Note:
Recommended for ages 14 and up. Contains adult situations and references to suicide. Children under 6 are not permitted at any production at The Armory.
Resource Guide:
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Every Brilliant Thing
- Previews are Sep. 23-28 | Opening night Sep. 29
- By Duncan Macmillan with Jonny Donahoe
- Starring Isaac Lamb
- Directed by Rose Riordan
Current & Upcoming
Scansion: Breaking Down Shakespeare's Words with Lauren Hanover
Back by popular demand! From discussing iambic pentameter to considering the archetypes and structures of Shakespeare’s plays, this workshop is ideal for Shakespeare fans and theater makers interested in learning the primary tools for diving deeply into his work.
Autobiographic Devising For Solo Performance with Katherine Murphy Lewis
This two-day workshop for women and female-identifying participants uses physical exploration, research, writing, construction, and editing to develop new solo material and a solid tool box to support the creation and production of future artistic visions. Ideal for theater makers and performers who want to reclaim agency over their creative lives — and anyone else who has a story to tell!
Public Art: Daren Todd Mural Project Installation
If you're in the neighborhood, please come by The Armory (exterior, on our Tenth Street doors) between now and July to view this mural installation by multi-disciplinary artist Daren Todd, as part of an ongoing mural series with Portland artists.
Portland Center Stage at The Armory is committed to identifying & interrupting instances of racism & all forms of oppression, through the principles of inclusion, diversity, equity, & accessibility (IDEA).
Show Sponsor
2017-2018 Season Supporting Sponsors
