The Costumes of "Major Barbara"
L to R: Cutter/Draper Eva Steingrueber-Fagan, actor Dana Green, Costume Shop Manager Alex Meadows and Costume Designer Lex Liang in a final fitting for Lady Britomart.
Actor Dana Green and Wig Supervisor Jessica Miller during a fitting for the Lady Britomart character in Major Barbara.
Costume Designer Lex Liang, actor Dana Green and Cutter/Draper Eva Steingrueber-Fagan during a fitting for Lady Britomart.
Actor Dana Green poses for a reference photo during a fitting for the Lady Britomart.
Costume Renderings
About the Costume Designer
Lex Liang's work includes costume and scenic design for performance, and he is delighted to be making his debut at The Armory. New York/Off-Broadway: 50+ productions including 9 Circles, Shape of Metal, Made In Heaven, Secrets of a Soccer Mom and Classic Theatre of Harlem’s new upcoming production of Antigone. Regional: Alliance Theatre, Asolo Repertory Theatre, Cincinnati Playhouse in the Park, Cleveland Play House, Denver Center for the Performing Arts, Florida Studio Theatre, La Jolla Playhouse, Long Wharf Theatre, Paper Mill Playhouse, Portland Stage Company, Syracuse Stage, Tantrum Theater, Theatreworks, and others. He is the principal/founder of LDC Design Associates, a bespoke event and interior production company in New York. Past projects include Operation Smile: 35th Anniversary Gala, New York Fashion Week, Tony Awards Gala, and New York Wine and Food Festival. Member, United Scenic Artists-829. LexLiang.com
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Specialty Cocktails for "Major Barbara" and "And So We Walked"
From Pimm's to an earl grey simple, Bar Supervisor (and resident mixologist) Melissa Larrabee introduces the delicious specialty cocktails inspired by Major Barbara and And So We Walked.
George Bernard Shaw and Portland Center Stage: Shared Good Fortune
As we prepare to open our production of Major Barbara, an unplanned but serendipitous pattern around the great man’s work has become apparent: We seem to mark major transitions at Portland Center Stage at The Armory with the works of George Bernard Shaw.
Shaw and Film
George Bernard Shaw loved film, but hated his own his work on screen. Until Gabriel Pascal came along and made film adaptations of Pygmalion and, later, Major Barbara.
Keep Calm and Quarrel On: "Major Barbara’s" Great Debaters
Benjamin Fainstein, Literary Manager at The Armory, discusses George Bernard Shaw's Major Barbara as a forum for debate.
"Major Barbara" Cast and Creative Team
Meet the incredible cast and creative team behind George Bernard Shaw's witty and timely classic, Major Barbara.
Talkin' Shaw Class
Join Literary Manager Benjamin Fainstein for a lively group discussion about George Bernard Shaw and Major Barbara. Wednesday, May 2nd 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Chris Coleman talks "Major Barbara" with Artslandia
Watch Chris Coleman talk about George Bernard Shaw's masterpiece Major Barbara — his final show at The Armory.
Current & Upcoming
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!
Adult Class : TWELFTH NIGHT, Before & After
Join veteran actor Joe Costa for a unique opportunity to take a “deep dive” into both Shakespeare’s text of Twelfth Night, and the PCS Production. Participants will read the play out loud as a group, with “intermissions” provided for lively discussion of themes and content. Interested participants will have a chance to act in selected scenes, guided by the instructor.
Improv Comedy: Love, Shakespeare
Witness the Magic of unscripted Elizabethan comedy! Step into the offbeat world of Love, Shakespeare, where seasoned Portland comedians attempt something audacious: performing a fully improvised Elizabethan play based on your suggestions!
Albina Music Trust presents A Brown Branch Christmas
Celebrate this holiday season with A Brown Branch Christmas at Portland Center Stage. Now in its fourth 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.
BIPOC Affinity Night DJ Party with ALoSo
Join us for a double feature BIPOC Affinity Night, featuring a live DJ set by ALoSo, plus holiday craft market vendor tables, art exhibits by Albina Music Trust Wall to Wall Sound and Jason Hill's Favorite Things, with complimentary select drinks provided by Multnomah Whiskey Library and Deschutes Brewery while supplies last.
Winter Teen Academy: Scene Work
Calling all teens! Are you looking to expand your acting skills and be the best scene partner you can be for your fellow actors? In this class, we will dig deep into scene study, character motivation, and active listening, while learning the necessary questions to ask in every rehearsal situation. You'll develop fuller characters and deeper relationships on stage by partnering in scene work — and have lots of fun too!
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