A Journey Through Sound and Spectacle: The Star Theater Lineup
From the beat-laden streets to fantastical realms of tabletop adventures, and from haunting Finnish metal to the vibrant sounds of Florida rap, Star Theater has it all. This year, the iconic venue in Portland, OR, will host a series of unparalleled performances, each more diverse than the last. Whether you're a fan of intricate beatboxing, drag queen comedy, or experimental black metal, you're in for a treat. Join us as we delve into the rich tapestry of events and discover the artists who make them unforgettable.
Important Note: If you are under the age 21, please purchase an All Ages (AA) ticket. If you are age 21 and up, please purchase a 21+ ticket. Ticket holders without proper ID will be refused entry. 21+ ticket holders who lack ID or are under the age 21 will be refused entry.Few artists embody the term "one-man show" better than Benjamin Stanford, aka Dub FX.
For those unfamiliar with his work, Dub FX is a street performer, recording artist, and producerfamous for creating intricate and impressive tracks entirely on his own. Using various vocalmethods and recording them into devices used for looping and effecting sound, Dub FX canmanipulate his voice in incredible ways, creating a layered soundscape infront of the audience.
Hear ye, hear ye! The hit off-Broadway comedy show sashays its way to Star Theater! Witness the high-fantasy, high-heeled, high-rolling hilarity as three drag queens play the legendary tabletop game of Dungeons and Dragons LIVE.
Dungeon Master comedian Paul Curry and improvisational musician Carson Cutter will lead our Queens through a brand new storytelling adventure, with danger, snark, and audience participation around every precarious corner. Experience the adventure, or fail your quest, at Dungeons and Drag Queens!
Wyrd War in conspiracy with NWN! proudly deliver legendary Finnish black metal progenitors BEHERIT to the Pacific Northwest for the first time ever! Formed in 1989 in the northernmost region of Lapland, at the icy fringes of the Arctic Circle, by Nuclear Holocausto Vengeance, Sodomatic Slaughter and Demonic Fornication, the band recorded several chaotic demos that were released in 1991 as the unofficial but hugely influential masterpiece The Oath of Black Blood before releasing their comparatively experimental debut full length Drawing Down the Moon in 1993. The band has continued to evolve over several decades and creative eras to produce an avant-garde body of work that has never strayed thematically from its occult Satanic origins. BEHERIT returns to unholy form in 2025 to desecrate American soil for the first time in the band's nearly 40 year legacy. OPEN THE GATES OF NANNA!
Cochise is entering a new era. The 26-year-old Florida rapper has already proven to be an eclectic artist, injecting the slick adlibs of peak 2010s SoundCloud rap, with a sugar rush flow that sounds like FL Studio overloading. That sound brought The 2022 XXL Freshman to prominence, leading to viral singles such as “Tell Em” with $not (670M+ Streams), “Hatchback” (230M+ Streams), and “Pocket Rocket” (202M+ Streams). Finding major success in the highly competitive Florida rap scene has inspired Cochise to reach for more ambition and show all sides of his artistry. New singles such as “Geeked”, “Lay Up” and “Yoshimitsu” have him slowing down his flow and making cloud rap inspired tracks that add a calming haze to the backdrop of his colorful world. Cochise is treating the next stage of his career as a metamorphosis, mixing the sound that made him with a more measured approach to continue building on his expansive lore.
Star Theater's lineup this year is a testament to the diversity and richness of contemporary music and performance art. From the raw, experimental sounds of BEHERIT and Dub FX’s innovative live looping to the vibrant spectacle of drag and rap, each event adds a unique color to the cultural tapestry of Portland. Whether you're an avid concert-goer or someone looking to explore new horizons, the upcoming events at Star Theater promise a journey through sound and spectacle that shouldn't be missed. So mark your calendars and prepare for an unforgettable experience!