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Upcoming Events

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.

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Primordial - Gallery exhibit by Valerie Yeo

November 6 – January 5

This series by artist Valerie Yeo explores the frequently disorienting borderland between dreams and memory. What wisdom can we glean from the spaces between life and death, sleep and waking, grief and joy, hope and an uncertain future? 

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Improvisation Classes for Beginners

Jan 18, Feb 1, Feb 15, & Mar 15  •  $10-$25 sliding scale

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!

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Donate to the p:ear Giving Tree

November 18 – December 21

Every winter, youth at p:ear are looking for basic needs such as socks, backpacks, bus tickets, gift cards, art supplies, and other items. The Giving Tree helps p:ear fuel their mission to provide mentoring services to Portland’s homeless and parent-less young people.

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A Brown Branch Christmas: 5th Annual Big Band Show

Dec 15 & Dec 16  •  $40*

Celebrate this holiday season with A Brown Branch Christmas at Portland Center Stage. Now in its fifth season, this two-night big band celebration features directors Domo Branch and Charlie Brown III guiding a heavy 15-piece lineup of regional and national musicians. Performing traditional scores with a modern twist, the Brown Branch Big Band returns once again with swinging sounds steeped in the holiday spirit.

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Winter Teen Academy: Acting in Scenes

January 18 – February 22  •  $220

Dig deep into scene work, scene study, and character motivation. Develop successful strategies to analyze new text and hone your skills in a collaborative environment. Learn the questions to ask in every rehearsal situation. Create full characters and authentic connection with scene partners.

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Foundations of Improvisation class series for Adults with Andy Perkins

January 18 – February 22  •  $200*

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 course is perfect for you!

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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