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.
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!
Fat Ham
A week after Juicy’s father dies, he finds himself at a backyard barbecue celebrating the marriage of his mother and uncle—sound familiar? James Ijames’s Pulitzer Prize-winning reimagining of Shakespeare's Hamlet casts the sweet prince of Denmark as a queer, Black boy from the South. In this comedy born from tragedy, Juicy must choose between seeking vengeance for his father’s death or staying true to his own heart—a story of identity, family, and liberation as we become our truest selves.
First Return - Gallery Exhibit by Pouvwa Nwa
Opening on April 25th at PCS, First Return is a Gallery Exhibit by Pouvwa Nwa.
May First Thursday
Join us for our Fat Ham First Thursday! We'll have complimentary beer from Deschutes Brewery, live music from local musician Davasate Phelps and a pre-show panel discussion for Fat Ham, featuring Black Men’s Wellness. Panelists include Darell Wade, Cameron Whitten, Bradley Ensworth, Maco Monthervil and Darion Jones. This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Laughs & Smiles 2: A Tribute to Raishawn Wickwire’s Life and Legacy in Comedy!
On Friday, May 8th at 8:00pm, MonsterBox Comedy, Lafter Life Comedy and Portland Center Stage are proud to present: Laughs & Smiles 2: A Tribute to Raishawn Wickwire’s Life and Legacy in Comedy! Laughs & Smiles 2 is a standup comedy show honoring Raishawn Wickwire, the beloved Portland comedy producer, who passed away in 2024.
I See You, and I Value You: Connecting Through Affirmation
Join Keela Johnson for this special Mother's Day post-show activity is to introduce affirmation as a subconscious rebuilding practice that supports the strengthening of neural pathways associated with self-worth, positive valuation, and intrinsic reward. Through intentional acknowledgment and affirmations, participants are encouraged to accept and reaffirm who they are and who they aspire to become.
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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