411 stories from Oregon ArtsWatch
'Sapience': A loving look at diverse abilities Bob HicksArtists Repertory Theatre's warm and colorful premiere of Diana Burbano's play embraces its array of characters.
DramaWatch: A whole new fairy tale world Linda FergusonSpeculative Drama's immersive show "Bitter Herb: A Play in Movement" invites audiences to explore the realm of fairy tales. Plus: other…
Shakespeare, minimalist and feminist Brett CampbellBag&Baggage Productions' snappy "Beginnings & Endings" presents a stripped-down "Richard III" and a modern look at the Bard's women.
'Notes from the Field': A play for today Darleen OrtegaPortland Playhouse's sterling production of Anna Deavere Smith's play about the school-to-prison pipeline meets the nation's political …
A satirical and entrancing 'Antipodes' at Shaking the Tree Linda FergusonReview: Samantha Van Der Merwe's production of Annie Baker's play is a beguiling blend of realistic dialogue and thea…
21ten's broadly comic 'Chekhov: 3 Farces' offers some rowdy and welcome laughs Linda FergusonReview: New translations and superb performances (plus a little Looney Tunes) bring "The Bear," "…
The future of Portland theater? Seven young artists who are making a difference Bobby BermeaDespite tough times, theater is NOT dead, Bobby Bermea declares, and talks with seven up-and-comin…
DramaWatch: Only connect, all over town Linda FergusonWith a multitude of shows opening in the next few weeks, the artistic teams read like a who's who of Portland theater favorites. Plus: O…
Stage & Studio: A conversation with the star and director of 'Notes From The Field' Dmae Lo RobertsIn Anna Deavere Smith's solo play opening at Portland Playhouse, there are "heavy issue…
A farewell to theater critic Misha Berson Bob HicksThe longtime Seattle theater and culture writer, who also contributed often to Oregon ArtsWatch, embraced life and art with passion and a c…
Vin Shambry: Peeling the 'Pass Over' onion Bobby BermeaAntoinette Nwandu's play, a co-production of Corrib Theatre and Historic Alberta House, holds a fascinating conversation between Black …
North County Recreation District: From a pool to plays, Nehalem's hub serves coastal community Lori TobiasBased in a school designed by A.E. Doyle, the 30-year-old NCRD is home to concerts, …
Review: Don Horn's 'Gospel' leap of faith Linda FergusonWith "J.C.: Gospel According to an Angel," the founder of Triangle Productions! and composer Michael Allen Harrison turn biblical deba…
Remembering theater and music artist Ernie Lijoi Bob HicksThe multi-talented actor, playwright, composer, singer, lyricist, and recording artist, who came to Portland from New York City, lea…
Ashland youths experience theater as a creative act Barbara CervoneIn the heart of Oregon Shakespeare country, Empowered Arts Ensemble participants study before the performance how to connec…
DramaWatch: Michael Allen Harrison, composing a new musical, lives by his father's advice to 'love what you do' Linda FergusonThe prolific composer thrives on his packed schedule, which incl…
Remember Sowelu? The experimental ensemble is back with three new plays Bobby BermeaBobby Bermea: After several years of shifting to award-winning independent films, the ensemble returns to …
Dylan Hankins' 'Faena' at PETE: A bull, a matador, and button-pushing comedy Caitlin NolanThe short-run play, performed in Spanish with English interpretation, challenges convention, its aut…
Review: Lauren Yee's 'Samsara' at Profile is not to be missed Darleen OrtegaPlayful and richly unsettling, Yee's drama about surrogacy and impending parenthood and a kind of colonialism is a…
'Mrs. Harrison': Movable mosaic of a showdown in an upscale bathroom Linda FergusonReview: R. Eric Thomas's densely stitched two-hander play at Portland Center Stage raises a complex tapest…
Bobby Bermea: Talking babies and surrogates and 'Samsara' with Lauren Yee Bobby BermeaThe prolific playwright, whose drama about an American couple and a surrogate mother in India is playing…
DramaWatch: Performers from two thought-provoking plays talk about their characters. Linda FergusonAudiences and actors alike have the chance to engage with the issues presented in "American…
Breathtaking performances, lush set make Imago's 'Streetcar' a stunning experience Linda FergusonReview: Jerry Mouawad is the maestro behind this tragic but artistically magical reimagining …
'Kimberly Akimbo': A quick-aging teen's musical dash through time Misha BersonThe Broadway hit, the touching and often funny tale of a girl whose body ages rapidly far beyond her years, sett…
DramaWatch: In January, theaters explore intricate shades of gray Linda FergusonImago's "A Streetcar Named Desire," the touring musical "Kimberly Akimbo," and Portland Center Stage's "Mrs. H…
