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Reviews of Clyde's

"There were multiple times during CLYDE’S that I wished time would stop so I could absorb it all... CLYDE’S is a must-see play and the best possible way to end the PCS season." —BroadwayWorld

“...in this heart-filled, embodied production, a talented group of artists have channeled ...

Playwright Madeline Sayet

A Note From the Playwright: Madeline Sayet

The writer of Where We Belong on embracing the story as one person's journey along the "Trail of Life," and how coming along with her on that journey might help us see the world differently.

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A Conversation with Playwright Lauren Yee & Director Desdemona Chiang

PCS Literary Manager Kamilah Bush sat down with long-time collaborators playwright Lauren Yee and director Desdemona Chiang for a conversation about their relationship, developing new work, and bringing the world premiere of Young Americans to life.

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Reviews of Young Americans

"We saw this author’s King of the Yees and loved it. Came into this show with good expectations and really enjoyed it. The watching experience was full of what brings you to live theatre. The man who plays the husband/father inhabited the writing with a life and ...

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Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B Plot Summary

Spoiler alert! A brief overview of Ms. Holmes & Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B.

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List of Sherlock Holmes Stories Referenced in Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson – Apt. 2B

This is a list of some of the Sherlock Holmes stories referenced in the show, but there are plenty more to watch out for. See if you can find the connections and other books mentioned in this play!

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136 Years of Holmes & Watson

With his groundbreaking fictional crime-fighting duo, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle created what many consider to be the first modern “fandom.” Holmes and Watson are the most adapted characters in British literature — with thousands of pastiches across all manner of media.

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Reviews of Choir Boy

"Timely and touching. Loved the energy of the performers and the storyline."

"Absolutely fantastic! The singing, acting, lighting, costumes, set design ... A M A Z I N G!!"

"I saw it last night and was blown away! What an amazing heart-wrenching story--the perfect balance of poignancy ...

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Reviews of *Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson – Apt 2B

"Thought-provoking and progressive, wildly entertaining, whip-smart, and it leaves you with more things to discuss than you can fit into the ride home." –PDXParent

"The play works a formula that playwright Kate Hamill knows well, having made a name for herself devising witty, fresh takes on beloved ...

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Reviews of Where We Belong

"I learned so much about indigenous people and their struggles, and to be honest, I thought I was already well-informed. [Jessica Ranville] was amazing. I didn't know what to expect, but I'd frame the show as a history lesson everyone needs to hear."

"Very powerful ...

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It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play Plot Summary

Spoiler alert! A brief overview of It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play. 

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Origins & Inspirations for It’s a Wonderful Life

Learn about the works that had an influence on the creation of It's a Wonderful Life.  

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