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The Theater Lovers' Bash

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Theater Lovers' Bash

Presented by Chrys Martin and Jack Pessia

Friday, April 3, 2026
6-11pm

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.

This year's theme is CAMP vs. CAMP, celebrating the playful collision between exaggerated glamour and the cozy, woodsy vibes of a Pacific Northwest campground. One embraces artifice, theatricality, and joyful excess; the other revels in flannel, lantern light, and the simple magic of the outdoors.

Here's what you can expect:

  • One-Night-Only Variety Show hosted by Bolivia Charmichaels 
  • Guest appearances from:
    • David Saffert and Jillian Snow as Liberace & Liza: A Tribute
    • Ally J Ward
    • Northwest Academy's Cast of "Six: Teen Edition"
  • Post-Show performance by Poison Waters & Friends
  • DJ set by Bryson Wallace
  • Opportunities to bid on fantastic auction items with Auctioneer Kelly Russell
  • Delicious drinks and desserts from local restaurants
  • Dancing

See below for more details.

Tickets

$1,000 VIP ticket* 

  • Admission for two people
  • Reserved high top table on the Mezzanine before the show
  • A complimentary bottle of wine
  • Two additional drink tickets
  • 1 Golden Raffle Ticket 

$200 Pay-it-forward Ticket*
This single ticket helps us offer reduced-cost tickets to fellow Theater Lovers' Bash attendees who share your passion for the arts. It speaks to our mission of being a space of belonging for everyone!

$100 - Single Ticket
Join the fun! This ticket admits one! 

$50 - Community Sponsored Ticket
Is $100 just too steep for your budget. No worries! Join us with this special reduced price.

$35 - Age 35 & Under
Are you 35 or under? Here’s a deal for you! Be sure to bring a government issued ID when you pick up your ticket on the day of the event!

18 and Under Student Ticket
Free! - Must show ID at event Check-in

*Nothing is tax deductible for tickets under $200; $64 is tax deductible for each $200 ticket; $593 is tax deductible for each $1000 ticket.

Unable to attend? Please consider giving the gift of theater by making a tax-deductible donation today. A gift of any size helps create equitable access for all fellow theater lovers.

Games, Prizes, Food, Drinks, & More

Punch Drunk Wall
Everyone's a winner! Each ticket allows you to take a “punch” at the wall; you get whatever is hidden in the slot. The wall features wine, beer, spirits, non-alcoholic beverages and a few other special prizes. 

Theater Lover’s Wheel of Prizes
This is the PCS version of Wheel of Fortune. Just spin the wheel and you’re guaranteed to win a piece of nostalgic PCS ephemera including: engraved PCS wine glasses, a Mrs. Lovett pie from Sweeney Todd; Signed photo from Liberace and Liza: Holiday at the Mansion and more!

Heads or Tails
Be sure to buy your mardi gras beads for one of the most fun participatory games of the evening. It’s a raffle meets a good old fashioned coin toss! Each strand of beads brings you a step closer to securing an amazing prize through an absolutely hilarious group game. 

Bid Frenzy
Join us for the wonderful mayhem of an auction turned upside down; all it takes is speed and luck… and a little bit of chutzpah!  Be the first to raise your paddle for each of the prize packages, and come away with screaming deals.  It’s a race against time - and everyone else in the audience - to be the first to raise your paddle!

Golden Raffle Tickets
$100 per ticket (maximum of 100 tickets sold).

The Golden Raffle ticket winner will be announced just prior to the live auction. For only the price of a single ticket, the winner gets to walk away with the live auction item of their choice (values of the auction prizes begin at $2000 and go way beyond). Buy 1 ticket or 20! The more you buy, the greater your chance of winning.  

Raffle Drawing Details 
The raffle drawing is conducted by Portland Center Stage at the Armory Building and taking place at the Theater Lovers’ Bash Fundraising Event on Friday April 3rd, 2026 at 8:30 PM. One hundred tickets will be sold at a price of $100 per ticket. The prize of the Golden Raffle is the winner choice of one of the following auction prizes, described with their retail market value below. 

Join us to support the breathtaking work at PCS, by going out for sizzling prizes - some of which are available only tonight at the Theater Lover’s Bash!

Ice Cream Making Class with Salt & Straw
Known for his wildly inventive flavors, Salt & Straw co-founder and head ice cream maker Tyler Malek invites you to take a deep dive into his Willy Wonka world of ice cream. One lucky winner and three of their favorite ice cream lovers will join him in the Salt & Straw test kitchen to see how the magic happens. After an extensive sampling experience, you'll get to churn your very own flavor to take home with you. 

Value $10,000

6-night Stay at Ocean Front Maui Condo
Stunning fifth-floor penthouse with unobstructed ocean views of Molokini, Kahoʻolawe, Lānaʻi, and the West Maui Mountains. Perched above the palms with a spacious ocean-facing lanai, this is your ideal base for sunsets, turtle-watching, whale season, or simply relaxing to the rhythm of the Pacific. Located directly between two of Maui’s most beloved beaches—Kamaole I and II—Royal Mauian is one of the most sought-after vacation properties on the island. You’re steps from snorkeling, paddleboarding, swimming, and sunbathing. And your private lanai may just be the best seat on the island for sunset.

(Open dates from Jul-Oct). Winner pays $350 cleaning fee + tax. No other charges. 

Value - $6,335

One-year Membership to Multnomah Whiskey Library (MWL), courtesy of MWL
You’ll be the envy of your friends with this one-year membership to Multnomah Whiskey Library. Evolving from the classic social club and updated to reflect the vibrant times we live in, MWL is a place to gather and celebrate. Filled with members and guests, animated by the thrum of conversation, the clink of swirling ice, and the rumble of ladders and bar carts across the wood floors, the Library is as much a feeling as a place. Because, in the end, a great experience isn’t made up just of one element – no matter how notable or well-executed. A great experience is one that is shared with old friends and new, in a beautiful space, and overseen by inspired people.

Value - $2000

Secrets of Spain
Embark on a journey through time to the alluring and less-explored Extremadura region in Spain, where you can immerse yourself in authentic Spanish customs and heritage. Situated a mere three-hour drive from Lisbon, Portugal, and Madrid, Spain, Sierra de Gata is a hidden gem enveloped by awe-inspiring landscapes, a wealth of culture, and exquisite artisanal cuisine. Here, you'll uncover an enduring way of life at a centuries-old, meticulously restored olive mill, transformed into a charming boutique hotel.

During your stay, you have the option to embark on journeys to nearby towns, including Trujillo, Alcántara, and Guadalupe, each with its own unique charm and historical significance. Visit ancient monasteries, Roman ruins, local artisanal winemakers, food producers, and craftsmen. Extremadura offers a glimpse into an unhurried and authentic Spanish way of life.

Value $4,850

Major Food Sponsor – Screen Door

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Enjoy gourmet s’mores from a specialty s’mores bar featuring handcrafted marshmallows, artisan grahams, and rich, layered flavors—from a classic vanilla bean and single-origin chocolate to indulgent whiskey brown sugar with salted caramel and a strawberry-chocolate twist.

Salt & Straw
The Tacolate 

The legendary chocolate taco is back—sweet, spicy, and straight-up craveworthy.  Meet the Tacolate, the crunchy-’til-the-last-bite collab from Taco Bell and Salt & Straw. Cinnamon-ancho ice cream gets packed into a hand-pressed, sog-resistant waffle cone taco, then dunked in dark chocolate and studded with crunchy puffed quinoa. Amp up every bite with a drizzle of Mango Jalapeño and Wildberry Cinnamon sauce. Crunch it. Drip it. Devour it.

Sponsorships

Sponsorship opportunities are available at a range of levels, allowing you to select the option that best aligns with your goals and budget.

Whether you're hosting clients, engaging colleagues, or gathering friends and family, Theater Lovers' Bash offers a truly unique and memorable way to connect while demonstrating your meaningful support for the arts and our community.

All sponsorships include:

  • Recognition in all TLB promotional and collateral materials, including lobby digital banners, website, invitation, social media, and event program
  • Verbal recognition during Artistic Director Marissa Wolf's welcoming remarks
  • Reserved group seating in the theater for you and your guests

Please contact to start the conversation!

Event Committee

Eleni Gerding, Event Chairperson
Allison Couch
Michael Joyce
Natalie Lane
Craig Mendenhall
Blythe Olson
Kristin Van Sickel
Todd Woodruff

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