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Whether you're looking to get more confident in social situations, think quicker on your feet, or get in touch with your imaginative side, this once a month improv class will set you on the path to success! Through fun games, acting lessons, and spontaneous character creation these classes will unlock your inner creative genius and give you the chance to get out of your comfort zone in a fun and safe environment.

Looking to expand your knowledge and skills of improvisation? Whether you did theater in high school and want to jump back in, are looking to find creative connections with others, or are a theater professional looking to deepen your training, this course is perfect for you!

Join Nicole Marie Green (The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Twelfth Night) for an 8-week acting intensive with a focus on acting techniques from multiple disciplines. Explore Anne Bogart’s viewpoints, Meisner’s technique of repetition, Adler’s emotional recall, Laban’s eight efforts, Lecoq’s seven levels of tension, Michael Chekhov’s psychological gestures, among others. Learn to apply these techniques to text of your choosing and build out your actor’s toolbox.

Portland Center Stage proudly presents "Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson," a captivating one-person show that delves into the complexities of artist identity through humor and insightful commentary. This production, a co-production with Boom Arts, is set to take the stage from May 11 to June 22, 2025, in the intimate Ellyn Bye Studio. In this tour-de-force performance, Asian American actor and comedian Chris Grace embarks on a mind-bending exploration of identity, celebrity, and representation. With a dynamic array of wigs and boundless talent, Grace navigates the controversial casting decisions in Hollywood, particularly highlighting the uproar surrounding Scarlett Johansson's role in "Ghost in the Shell." This show not only celebrates two of Hollywood's most discussed Asian actors but also challenges audiences to reflect on the industry's casting practices. Directed by Eric Michaud, "Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson" has already garnered acclaim, winning the Hollywood Encore Producer’s Award in 2023. Critics praise it as "consistently hilarious" and "an insightful hour of comedy that is also deeply funny," according to BroadwayWorld. To ensure accessibility for all patrons, Portland Center Stage offers audio-described, sign-interpreted, and open-captioned performances on select dates. Assistive listening devices are available for all performances, underscoring the theater's commitment to accessibility. For those interested in exploring themes of identity, celebrity culture, and the art of performance, "Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson" promises an unforgettable theater experience. Tickets are available for purchase, with current subscribers encouraged to renew their seats for this must-see production. Don't miss your chance to witness this critically acclaimed show that challenges, entertains, and inspires.

Looking to expand your knowledge and skills of improvisation? Whether you did theater in high school and want to jump back in, are looking to find creative connections with others, or are a theater professional looking to deepen your training, this course is perfect for you!

**Event: The Importance of Being Earnest** **Location:** Portland Center Stage, 128 NW Eleventh Ave, Portland, OR 97209 **Dates:** June 1 - June 29, 2025 **Venue:** U.S. Bank Main Stage **Adaptation by:** Kamilah Bush **Directed by:** Josiah Davis **Overview:** Dive into a world-premiere adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s timeless satire, "The Importance of Being Earnest," brilliantly reimagined by Kamilah Bush and directed by Josiah Davis. This adaptation sparkles with wit and whimsy, offering a fresh spin on the classic tale. Jack and Algernon’s quest to live up to their own ideals of gentlemanliness leads them into a hilarious whirlwind of double lives, mixing country and city sensibilities in a comedy that promises to enchant from the start. **Special Access Performances:** - **Audio Described:** June 15, 2 p.m. - **Sign Interpreted:** June 26, 7:30 p.m. - **Open Captioned:** June 28, 2 p.m. Assistive listening devices are available for all performances, ensuring an inclusive experience for all patrons. **For Tickets and More Information:** Visit www.pcs.org or contact the box office at 503-445-3700. Box office hours are Noon to 6 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday, and open for walk-ups until curtain on show nights. **About the Event:** "The Importance of Being Earnest" is celebrated as a rare work of art that achieves perfection on its own terms, according to The New York Times. If you're a fan of works like "Sense & Sensibility," "Bridgerton," "Saltburn," or "Gossip Girl," you'll find this adaptation both familiar and refreshingly innovative. Don't miss this opportunity to experience Oscar Wilde’s masterpiece through a contemporary lens, promising an unforgettable theatre experience at Portland Center Stage.