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Virtual Wildwood Open Mic!

Online N/A, Portland, OR, United States

Michael Guimond is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Virtual Last Stand open mic! Time: Feb 1, 2021 08:00 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85848199535?pwd=MHluQjB2STJXOHRTNE1SMDRVWk10QT09 Meeting ID: 858 4819 9535 Passcode: 206803 One tap mobile +13462487799,,85848199535#,,,,*206803# US (Houston) +16699009128,,85848199535#,,,,*206803# US (San Jose) Dial by your location +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) Meeting ID: 858 4819 9535 Passcode: 206803 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/keiwXFKKA0

Free

Portland Storytellers’ Guild: Jocularity, Jocularity, Jocularity

Online N/A, Portland, OR, United States

A Levitatious Evening of Escape It’s a good time for a laugh. Or maybe Two! How About THREE? Join Trish Anderson, Patrick Gannon and Eric Foxman for stories, whether true or maybe-true, which we promise will put a smile on your face. In fact, we guarantee it: if you don’t laugh often during the evening, we’ll give you double your sorrows back! Join us to hear about: the whale that goes boom; ram, lamb, thank you ma’am; criminal M.O.s; and other stories. An evening of jocularity in all its varied richness. Saturday evening, February 6 at 7:00 pm (PST) via Zoom in the comfort of your own home. Click here for Tickets which are just $10 per log-in; as many people can watch as is…

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$10

Portland Storytellers’ Guild: Guild Monthly Story Swap – Free!

Online N/A, Portland, OR, United States

Join the Portland Storytellers' Guild for an informal evening of stories shared virtually. Join us to tell.  Join us to listen.   A friendly supportive atmosphere composed of tellers with all levels of experience. We'll fit in as many tellers as we can, so be prepared to volunteer at the start.  Spoken stories (not read) to be limited to 6-7 minutes.

Free

The Mystery Box Show: Sex-Themed Storytelling Returns!

Online N/A, Portland, OR, United States

Spend Valentine's Day with the Mystery Box Show's Livestream feat. Ka'Ron, Aleah Liebenau, and more! From vanilla to kinky, queer to straight, and everything in between, a night at The Mystery Box Show brings you tales of one-night stands, explorations into fetish, awkward first times, dark fantasies come true, and much much more. Storytellers have included bestselling authors, nationally touring comedians, adult film industry veterans, theatre professionals, sex toy experts, members from the kink community, students and people from all walks of life. Nothing here is too raw, too sweet, too strange, or too deep; it's all about the sex, and all about the story.

$15 – $115

Late Night Feelings – Valentine’s Day Show

Online N/A, Portland, OR, United States

A one-night-only, steamy n’ dreamy Valentines show exploring modern romance. Imbibe with us on love and get tipsy on tenderness. Singles, couples, and the heartless are all welcome to enjoy an evening of improvised storytelling, music, and cheeky advice . Enjoy this sweet treat of a show from the sexy safety of your home. Step into the virtual realm of love, cutie. Sensual, hilarious, honest, and feisty - a real Valentines Day banger. Featuring some of Portland's loveliest improvisational actors and storytellers handpicked by Cupid themselves. This show contains Adult Content February 14th - Valentines Day, 8pm COST: Suggested $10 per household or Pay-What-You-Want (link below) https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=2QH5X8JQMQF28

Free – $10

Scansion: Breaking Down Shakespeare’s Words with Lauren Hanover

Online N/A, Portland, OR, United States

Join instructor Lauren Bloom Hanover for a digital workshop exploring the fundamentals of analyzing Shakespeare’s texts. From discussing iambic pentameter to considering the archetypes and structures of Shakespeare’s plays, this workshop is ideal for Shakespeare fans and theater makers interested in learning (or brushing up on) the primary tools for diving deeply into his work, and then bringing it to life. This class is a repeat offering of our sold-out class in December. Lauren was proud to make her Portland Center Stage debut last season in Macbeth. New York credits include The Actors Company Theatre, Columbia Stages, and Studio 12 Ensemble. She has worked with several regional companies, including the Alabama Shakespeare Festival, Berkeley Repertory Theatre, Capital Stage, and Just Theater. Locally, she has appeared with Profile Theatre,…

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$25

Telltale Presents: Pass It On

Online N/A, Portland, OR, United States

Hey, champ! Thanks for checking out Telltale. We are (once again) a monthly curated storytelling event for people that like to get vulnerable and take no shit. We are into genuine connection, laughter, heartbreak, poignant moments, and community building. We are in our 4th season. Yeah, it’s going to be on zoom and not in person. Yeah, it’s not the same. But it’s better than nothing. And I said I’d do the show until the government stopped making me angry all the time....and....you see my point. At this unique version of Telltale, you can expect about 6-8 performers sharing something with you, in the way that feels right to them--so there will be a mix of comedy, stories, music, essays, and more. Your evening will…

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Free

PSG !Extra! Featured Teller performance with Anne-Louise Sterry

Online N/A, Portland, OR, United States

Join Portland Storytellers' Guild as we welcome Anne-Louise Sterry to the stage for a tour de force one-person evening of stories. The virtual event can be enjoyed right in the comfort of your home. The Portland Storytellers' Guild continues its "virtual" season on Saturday, February 20 at 5:00 pm via Zoom. More info and ticket link coming very soon. Mark your calendar and save the date for an evening you won't soon forget. AND... Register Now, Watch Later  -- Registrants will get an email the day after the performance and can watch the recording during the week following the show!

Free

Drop The Mic

Online N/A, Portland, OR, United States

Join Artists Rep and Back Fence PDX at this one time Zoom listening party as our storytellers question, CAN I GET A DO OVER? Pre-show begins at 6:30 with the stories starting at 7pm.Music by DJ Bobby D will be played live at pre-show and during the event. Purchase Tickets Here Drop the Mic is a storytelling project collaboration with Artists Rep and Back Fence PDX featuring the work of some of Portland’s best storytellers: Chris Williams, Darshanpreet Gill, Katie Nguyen, Kisha Jarrett, Lauren Modica, Monica Choy, Shauna Hahn, and Vin Shambry; co-produced and co-hosted by B. Frayn Masters and Mindy Nettifee. Phil Johnson, sound mixing engineer / producer. Ashley Mellinger line producer. After the Zoom event on 2/27 ticketing options and access to listen…

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Free

Core Character & Environment Online Class (7 Weeks)

Online N/A, Portland, OR, United States

In this class you will explore the improvisational storytelling principles of Characterization and Environment which include playing with point of view, physicality, how to build the space, finding the game, heightening, status and more. Learn how to make strong choices for yourself and hold on to them while supporting the choices made by your scene partner. COST: Early Bird (until Feb 21) $240.00 Regular Price (after Feb 21) $270 for this 7 week course ATTENTION: THIS CLASS WILL TAKE PLACE ONLINE. You will need a reliable internet connection, a laptop and a generally distraction free location in order to participate. This is an anti-racist, anti-misogynist, anti-abelist, anti-homophobic, anti-transphobic, anti-ageist class that strives to be inclusive of all experiences. We are always learning and aim to…

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$240 – $270
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