Here's where you'll find info about upcoming shows, teen & adult classes, First Thursdays, live music/DJ sets, BIPOC nights, art exhibits, and more. All times Pacific unless otherwise noted.
Kristina Wong, #FoodBankInfluencer
In a SNAPpy (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, that is!) musical comedy like no other, Kristina Wong, self-proclaimed #FoodBankInfluencer gives us a karaoke fueled education on America’s emergency food system. After experiencing the lacking food distribution from New York to the Navajo Nation, Kristina Wong returns, as only she can, with this hilariously irreverent examination of food insecurity, government assistance, and grassroot solutions to global issues.
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!
Storm Large Makes it Home
Closing out the 2025-26 season, Storm Large returns to Portland Center Stage for a limited two-week run in June 2026. With raw emotion, razor-sharp wit, and jaw-dropping vocals, Storm takes audiences on an unforgettable journey of music, storytelling, and pure rock-and-roll energy. Storm Large’s triumphant return to Portland Center Stage. Her show, Crazy Enough, is one of The Armory’s all-time biggest hits, playing a record sold-out, 21-week run in 2009.
Liberace & Liza: A Tribute After Hourz A Variety Show
What do you get when you combine Portland’s own Liberace & Liza: A Tribute with The Carol Burnett Show, Saturday Night Live and Stephen Colbert? A spicy brand new show from the madhouse minds of David Saffert, Jillian Snow and Jason Rouse. Liberace’s dizzying piano skills and Liza’s powerhouse belt join forces with special guests who’ll fend for themselves through the gaiety and flare of these over-the-top superstars. Bring your sunglasses and be prepared.
Grand Gesture Books Presents: Sarah Beth Durst in Conversation with Sarah Hawley
Grand Gesture Books is so excited to partner with Portland Center Stage to welcome Sarah Beth Durst to Portland, Oregon for the Sea of Charms tour! She will be joined in conversation by Sarah Hawley, author of The Shards of Magic series. Every $50 ticket comes bundled with a hardcover copy of Sea of Charms. Everyone who attends this event must have a ticket. This book event will include an audience Q&A and an optional photo and signing line. There will be additional signed back stock from both authors to purchase from Grand Gesture on site.
Grand Gesture Books Presents: Emily Rath in Conversation with Naomi Lucas
Grand Gesture Books is so excited to partner with Portland Center Stage to welcome Emily Rath back to Portland, Oregon for the Devour Me tour! She will be joined in conversation by Naomi Lucas. Every $45 ticket comes bundled with a pre-signed deluxe copy of Devour Me. Everyone who attends this event must have a ticket. This book event will include an audience Q&A and an optional photo and signing line. There will be additional signed back stock from both authors to purchase from Grand Gesture on site.
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