The Music in "Winter Song"
CAN'T FIND MY WAY HOME
Written by Steve Winwood
HOME AGAIN
Written by Carole King
SONG FOR A WINTER'S NIGHT
Written by Gordon Lightfoot
CANTIQUE DE NOËL
Music by Adolphe Adam
Set to the poem "Minuit, chrétiens" by Placide Cappeau
TAKE 5
Written by Paul Desmond
MY FAVORITE THINGS
Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II
IN THE BLEAK MIDWINTER
Music by Gustav Holst
Set to the poem by Christina Rossetti
LITTLE TREE
Music by Merideth Kaye Clark
Set to the poem by E.E. Cummings
DECK THE HALLS
Lyrics by Thomas Oliphant
Music from the Welsh traditional "Nos Galan"
ANY PLACE I HANG MY HAT IS HOME
Music by Harold Arlen, Lyrics by Johnny Mercer
HOMEWARD BOUND
Written by Paul Simon
More about A Christmas Memory -paired with- Winter Song:
The World of the Play: "Winter Song"
Get to know Merideth Kaye Clark and explore the creation of Winter Song.
Supporting Oregon Culture is as Simple as 1, 2, 3!
‘Tis the season for giving — including donations to your favorite arts and culture nonprofits! Find out how to double the impact of your gifts.
Holiday Specialty Cocktails at The Armory
From Dickensian-era cocktails to mulled wine and eggnog, our Resident Mixologist Melissa Larrabee has created delicious concoctions to warm your spirit this holiday season.
"A Christmas Memory" and "Winter Song" Cast and Creative Team
Learn about the artists behind our new show in the Ellyn Bye Studio.
Behind the Scenes of "Winter Song"
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Winter Song - one half of our cozy new show in the Ellyn Bye Studio this holiday season.
Story & Song: Meet the artists behind "Winter Song"
An interview with the co-creators of Winter Song.
The World of the Play: "A Christmas Memory"
Explore the world of Truman Capote's A Christmas Memory.
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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