Gallery Exhibit: Subway: Patterns of Life
Opening on March 5th at PCS, Subway: Patterns of Life is an art exhibit by Annette Sabater. Annette was inspired during her seven week stay in Manhattan and Brooklyn in spring of 2023. She was captivated by the subway system, the people during their commute and the mosaic art seen throughout many of the subway stops.
Annette is originally from the Seattle area. After college she began her physical therapy career in Minneapolis, then moved to Portland Oregon in 1987.
As a young girl, she was supported in art and frequently reminded how this carried on family tradition. She pursued art throughout her school years and graduated high school showing promise in art. Entering college, she chose the career of physical therapy, believing this would not only support her but also her creative desires.
Education in physical therapy not only provided her with a rewarding career in pediatrics but also gave her another eye to view the world. The close study of human anatomy, the courses in movement and the connection with individuals facing disability opened her eyes to new layers of human complexity. She continued art studies while pursuing her physical therapy degree, completing a minor in art. She had opportunities to complete figurative work of patients and apply her anatomic knowledge during figure drawing classes. She enjoys drawing the human body in both realistic and abstract forms. She emphasizes hands and feet in her figurative work, as these aspects of the human body are expressive and remind me of our commonalities. Her most recent work has been thematic.
Current & Upcoming
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!
MonsterBox Comedy & PCS Present: Paris Sashay!
MonsterBox Comedy, Portland's hit standup comedy show, debuts at Portland Center Stage’s Ellyn Bye Studio, Friday, February 27th at 8pm with headliner Paris Sashay (Comedy Central, HBO, EPIX)!
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.
Lizard Boy
Portland Center Stage presents a brand new production of a PNW cult favorite! When Trevor was a child, a strange encounter with a dragon left his skin green and scaly. Now, he only leaves his house on MonsterFest, the one day a year he feels safe to share his skin with the world. And this year, Trevor has a date! When another dragon survivor warns him that the dragons may be returning, Trevor must decide if he has the courage to save the world…and his new crush. Part concert, part hero’s journey, this indie-rock musical proves you don’t need a cape to be a superhero—just the nerve to show up.
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.
March First Thursday
Join us for our March First Thursday for the opening of Subway: Patterns of Life by Annette Sabater & a pre-show performance by Alexis Mahler.
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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