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Past Event Video Archive
Below you will find links to view recordings of select virtual offerings, from original works to staged readings to community partnership events. View a list of upcoming events here.
September First Thursday featuring Isabeau Waia'u Walker
Celebrate September First Thursday with a performance by Isabeau Waia'u Walker. Mixing a set of solo acoustic songs and some collaborations with live dancers and other musicians, she will share her brand of unapologetic and thought-provoking lyrics as we enter into the fall season.
Panel Discussion: How to Make a Living as a Musician
Inspired by the portrayal of a working musician's lifestyle in tick, tick ... BOOM!, we're taking a deep dive into the various ways that musicians make a living in the modern era. Learn about licensing music, creating original scores, and more in this conversation with composer/producer Kevin J. Simon, producer/sync licensing professional/jazz trumpeter Farnell Newton, and Jonas Angelet (aka recording artist Luvjonez), PCS's community programs manager.
JAW Press Play: Machado Mijiga Trio
Classically-trained, multi-instrumentalist Machado Mijiga will lead a trio of musicians that blend jazz, hip hop, R&B, and sounds that reflect his intercultural heritage as part of this intimate but energetic performance.
JAW Press Play: Espacio Flamenco Presents Tablao Flamenco PCS
Enjoy live flamenco dance and instrumentation during Espacio Flamenco’s special Tablao Flamenco PCS, where improvisational performances will showcase the dynamic interplay between the music and dance of this multicultural art form. The event will feature flamenco dancers Nela McGuire and Shiho Travis, with singer Christina Lorentz, guitarist Brenna McDonald, and percussionist Nick Hutcheson.
JAW Press Play: Jermaine
Enjoy the cool, summertime vibes at JAW with a performance by Portland-based multi-instrumentalist and vocalist Jermaine, lead singer for The Kinky Brothers. Jermaine builds grooves with his loop pedal as the sound bed for his guitar-led songs about life and love, including covers and original tunes.
June First Thursday Featuring Onry
Celebrate June First Thursday with a performance by Onry, an award-winning singer, dancer, actor, and pianist based in Portland. The photography exhibit Angels by artist Tom Lupton will also be on display in the PGE Gallery.
May First Thursday with Machado Mijiga Trio
Celebrate May First Thursday with a performance by the classically-trained, multi-instrumentalist, Machado Mijiga, who will lead a trio of musicians that blend jazz, hip hop, R&B, and sounds that reflect his intercultural heritage as part of this intimate but energetic performance. Two gallery exhibits will be on display during the event, featuring work by Tom Lupton and Emily Jung Miller.
Pre-Show Music with Tahirah Memory
This pre-show music set by Portland-based soul singer and songwriter Tahirah Memory will feature a mix of original songs and covers in a fun combo of jazz and R&B styles.
Pre-Show Music with The Swing of Thingz
Join us for a pre-show music set by Portland-based vocalist and musician The Swing of Thingz and her band. Featuring heavy influences from neo-soul, rap, gospel, and hard rock, this concert will take place before our evening performance of Gem of the Ocean.
March First Thursday with Moorea Masa
Celebrate the 2022 March First Thursday with a performance by Moorea Masa! This singer/songwriter/guitarist is known for transporting listeners from lush green forests to dimly-lit juke joints with her songs. Enjoy this intimate concert and peruse the stunning exhibits on display from renowned artists Arvie Smith and Tom Lupton.
Panel Discussion: Being First-Gen
Learn about the life and lived experiences of first-generation American theater artists in this online panel discussion with members of The Great Leap cast and creative team. The conversation will feature Zi Alikhan (Director), Sami Ma (Connie), Mac Schonher (Understudy, Manford/Wen Chang), Nicole Wee (Costume Designer), and moderator Melory Mirashrafi.
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