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Aladdin Theater's Spectacular Lineup: A Fusion of Music, Comedy, and Culture

Prepare for an extraordinary season at Portland's Aladdin Theater with a captivating lineup of diverse events from May to October 2025. Experience the innovative sounds of Steam Powered Giraffe, the historical comedy of The Dollop Podcast, the soulful melodies of Yola, the ancient-modern fusion of Faun, the thought-provoking humor of W. Kamau Bell, the enchanting tunes of Lord Huron, and the comedic twists of Small Town Murder. This season promises a blend of music, comedy, and cultural reflection, offering something for everyone to enjoy.

May 30, 2025
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1. Steam Powered Giraffe
Please note, when selecting the Print at Home or Mobile Delivery method, you will not have access to view your tickets until 14 days prior to the performance See San Diego California’s own robot band Steam Powered Giraffe perform live Saturday, May 31st at the Aladdin Theater in Portland, Oregon! More than just a band, Steam Powered Giraffe is a musical act that combines robot pantomime, comedy, and dance with harmony-filled music for an experience unlike anything you’ve seen before!
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May 31, 2025
Aladdin Theater

Portland, OR · Aladdin Theater

2. The Dollop - The Dollop Podcast Live
The Dollop is a podcast hosted since April 2014 by American comedians Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds. Each episode centers around an event or person from history selected for its humorousness or peculiarity. Typical episodes feature subjects from American history described by Anthony and commented on by Anthony and Reynolds
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Jun 7, 2025
Aladdin Theater

Portland, OR · Aladdin Theater

3. Yola: Sovereign Soul Tour
Yola is a six-time GRAMMY-nominated artist, songwriter, and actor who has achieved critical acclaim, breakout success, and has been proclaimed as one of the most exciting and innovative artists in music today. She is championed by tastemakers including Rolling Stone, who said she is "one of contemporary pop's greatest singers" and by fans including Chaka Khan, Elton John, Chris Stapleton and Gary Clark Jr. Her critically acclaimed debut album Walk Through Fire released in 2019 received four GRAMMY award nominations including Best New Artist, and established her as a breakout star in the USA. With appearances on NPR's Tiny Desk, Austin City Limits, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Tonight Show, The Late Late Show With James Corden and break out performances at The Hollywood Bowl, Newport Folk Festival, SXSW and Farm Aid alongside artists including, Mavis Staples, The Highwomen and Dolly Parton. Yola featured in The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum's The Unbroken Circle exhibit paired with Dolly Parton and performed on PBS's Great Performances: GRAMMY Salute to Music Legends show, honoring Sister Rosetta Tharp as well as featured on Ringo Star's single "Here's To The Night" alongside Paul McCartney, Dave Grohl and Lenny Kravitz.
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Jun 20, 2025
Aladdin Theater

Portland, OR · Aladdin Theater

4. Yola: Sovereign Soul Tour
Yola is a six-time GRAMMY-nominated artist, songwriter, and actor who has achieved critical acclaim, breakout success, and has been proclaimed as one of the most exciting and innovative artists in music today. She is championed by tastemakers including Rolling Stone, who said she is "one of contemporary pop's greatest singers" and by fans including Chaka Khan, Elton John, Chris Stapleton and Gary Clark Jr. Her critically acclaimed debut album Walk Through Fire released in 2019 received four GRAMMY award nominations including Best New Artist, and established her as a breakout star in the USA. With appearances on NPR's Tiny Desk, Austin City Limits, Jimmy Kimmel Live!, The Tonight Show, The Late Late Show With James Corden and break out performances at The Hollywood Bowl, Newport Folk Festival, SXSW and Farm Aid alongside artists including, Mavis Staples, The Highwomen and Dolly Parton. Yola featured in The Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum's The Unbroken Circle exhibit paired with Dolly Parton and performed on PBS's Great Performances: GRAMMY Salute to Music Legends show, honoring Sister Rosetta Tharp as well as featured on Ringo Star's single "Here's To The Night" alongside Paul McCartney, Dave Grohl and Lenny Kravitz.
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Jun 20, 2025
Aladdin Theater

Portland, OR · Aladdin Theater

5. Faun "world Hex" Tour 2025
FAUN are one of the world’s leading bands for the fusion of ancient sounds with modern music and have released 11 studio albums, plus 2 DVDs to this date. Their CD releases reach top positions in the German album charts (e.g.: “Pagan” #3, “Midgard” #3, “Luna” #4). They have also been nominated three times for the Echo, the biggest German music award, and reached platinum status with their CD “Von den Elben” and gold status with their CD “Luna”.
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Jun 27, 2025
Aladdin Theater

Portland, OR · Aladdin Theater

6. W. Kamau Bell: Who’s With Me?
Kamau returns to the stand-up stage, full of questions, thoughts, and a heavy dollop of silliness in these hectic times. He’s pretty sure the only way we make it through all of this is if we face it together. So Kamau wants to know: Who’s With Me?
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Jun 28, 2025
Aladdin Theater

Portland, OR · Aladdin Theater

7. Small Town Murder
Comedians James Pietragallo and Jimmie Whisman are taking their hit podcast, Small Town Murder, on the road! Each week, they look at a small town, what makes it tick, and a murder that took place there. In depth research, horrible tragedy, and the hosts' comedic spin on the whole thing. Shut up, and give me murder!!
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Oct 17, 2025
Aladdin Theater

Portland, OR · Aladdin Theater

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Oct 17, 2025
Aladdin Theater

Portland, OR · Moda Center

Conclusion
The Aladdin Theater's upcoming season is a celebration of artistic diversity and cultural exploration, featuring a lineup that caters to a wide range of interests. Whether you're drawn to the harmony and humor of Steam Powered Giraffe, the historical hilarity of The Dollop, the soulful sounds of Yola, the unique fusion of Faun, the social insights of W. Kamau Bell, the ethereal music of Lord Huron, or the comedic storytelling of Small Town Murder, there is something for everyone. Be sure to mark your calendars for these unforgettable events, which promise to entertain and inspire audiences throughout the year.
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