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.
Art Exhibit: Gente de Río by Orlando Almanza
Portland Center Stage will host Gente de Río, a painting exhibit by Cuban-born artist Orlando Almanza featuring large-scale, luminous portraits that reflect his deeply personal memories of rest, family, and community.
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!
August First Thursday featuring Dreckig
Enjoy August First Thursday with live music from DRECKIG, the husband and wife duo of Papi Fimbres and Shana Lindbeck, as they filter Latin dance rhythms through a portal of krautrock and electronic club music into an upbeat live show.
Pitch Black Showcase
Pitch Black Showcase returns to Portland for a one-night celebration of Black ideas and brilliance. Experience powerful live pitches from Black founders, makers, and creatives sharing the ideas they’re building, dreaming of, and fighting for. This isn’t a competition. It’s a stage for possibility. The evening will also feature live music by local Black artists, Local Black maker tables, themed drinks, and a chance to meet the founders and connect with the community.
September First Thursday with VNPRT and LUVJONEZ
Join us for September First Thursday featuring Portland-based producers and DJs, VNPRT and LUVJONEZ, playing live beat sets and DJ selections that blend each of their original productions, instrumental hip hop, jazz, RnB, house music and more!
Foundations of Improvisation: Monday Evening Series
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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