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Portland Story Theater: Urban Tellers

The Old Church Concert Hall 1422 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Real. True. Stories. Connect to the heart and soul of Portland! Every month, a group of 6 people come together as Urban Tellers® to stand and deliver the real, true stories that they have discovered, crafted, and honed in Portland Story Theater’s Art of Personal Narrative workshops. Told eye to eye, face to face, and heart to heart. Hosted by LYNNE DUDDY & LAWRENCE HOWARD Doors 7:00PM Stories 8:00PM $15 ADVANCE $20 Day of Show Show runs approximately 2 hours + intermission 18+, Wheelchair Accessible, Parking on street

$15 – $20

Lawrence Howard Armchair Adventurer: Shackleton’s Antarctic Nightmare

The Old Church Concert Hall 1422 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Launched in 2008, the Armchair Adventurer Series chronicles true, historical events with the energy and emotion of a personal narrative. From the deadly, frozen landscape of Antarctica to the merciless abyss of the sea, Armchair Adventurer journeys through the most heart-wrenching survival tales of all time. These are epic stories of great adventure, perseverance, and courage, created and told by Lawrence Howard. NOTE: This show only 15+ ok if accompanied by guardian. Listener Discretion Advised. The story that launched the Armchair Adventure Series, Shackleton’s Antarctic Nightmare returns! This year, we’re collaborating with Michael Hill of Wetdog Studios to create an immersive visual experience to compliment Lawrence Howard’s epic storytelling. And we’ll have a musical soundscape created on the cello by Laurent Nickel. Jazz during social…

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$15 – $20

Lawrence Howard Armchair Adventurer: Shackleton’s Antarctic Nightmare

The Old Church Concert Hall 1422 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Launched in 2008, the Armchair Adventurer Series chronicles true, historical events with the energy and emotion of a personal narrative. From the deadly, frozen landscape of Antarctica to the merciless abyss of the sea, Armchair Adventurer journeys through the most heart-wrenching survival tales of all time. These are epic stories of great adventure, perseverance, and courage, created and told by Lawrence Howard. NOTE: This show only 15+ ok if accompanied by guardian. Listener Discretion Advised. The story that launched the Armchair Adventure Series, Shackleton’s Antarctic Nightmare returns! This year, we’re collaborating with Michael Hill of Wetdog Studios to create an immersive visual experience to compliment Lawrence Howard’s epic storytelling. And we’ll have a musical soundscape created on the cello by Laurent Nickel. Jazz during social…

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$15 – $20

Portland Story Theater: Valentine’s Show, Kiss & Tell

The Old Church Concert Hall 1422 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Writer, performer and KMHD jazz radio host Lynn Darroch will join Portland Story Theater founders Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard for their 15th annual Valentine’s Day show, Kiss & Tell. This two-hour performance will include live music by jazz duo Rogéri, featuring Laurent Nickel on bass and Roger Paulson on piano, along with five true, personal stories by Eva Rotter-Johnson, Zahra Abukar, Ruiyuan Gao, Katie Morris-Henson, and Joan-Carrol Banks. Portland Story Theater co-founder Lawrence Howard will bring back The Third Race At The Honeymoon Is Over Downs, by Nick Sanabrio, and Lynn Darroch will tell a couple of his renowned musical stories, accompanied by Rogéri on piano and bass. Kiss & Tell is always a lot of fun with our own Photo Booth experience and…

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$5 – $20

Portland Story Theater: Urban Tellers

The Old Church Concert Hall 1422 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Connect to the heart and soul of Portland! This month, these storytellers: Penny Walter, Victor Bencomo, Karen Lasher, Katie Skurja, Steve Eggerts, and Chalice Stroebe have come together as Urban Tellers® to stand and deliver the real, true stories that they have discovered, crafted, and honed in Portland Story Theater’s Art of Personal Narrative workshops. Told eye to eye, face to face, and heart to heart. Hosted by LYNNE DUDDY & LAWRENCE HOWARD Doors 7:00PM Stories 8:00PM $15 ADVANCE $20 Day of Show Show runs approximately 2 hours + intermission 18+, Wheelchair Accessible, Parking on street  

$15 – $20

Portland Story Theater: Urban Tellers Immigrant & Refugee Edition

The Old Church Concert Hall 1422 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

This program focuses on the real, true stories of immigrants and refugees who now call Portland home. We want to humanize and build connection within our urban community. This Special Edition features Nikolai Zhigalin (Russia), Angela Zagarella (Italy), Nimisha Gokaldas (South Africa), Alejandro Vilches (Honduras), Ursula Loret de Mola (Peru), and Katerina Perfilova (Russia). Hosted by LYNNE DUDDY & LAWRENCE HOWARD LIVE JAZZ when the doors open by Rogeri with Laurent Nickel (bass), and Roger Paulson (piano). DOORS and SOCIAL HOUR 7:00PM | STORIES 8:00PM $15 ADVANCE | $20 DAY OF SHOW | $5 ARTS FOR ALL

$5 – $20

Portland Story Theater: Urban Tellers

The Old Church Concert Hall 1422 SW 11th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Connect to the heart and soul of Portland! This SEASON FINALE and final show at TOC features Urban Tellers® some of your favorite Urban Tellers: Warren McPherson, Lynn Fitch, Frank Engel, Penny Walter and PDX Story Theater founders Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard. The stories that people tell at Urban Tellers® shows are making a positive impact on our community by giving everyone the fundamental human right To Be Heard. Be a part of this revolution of listening. Come and listen someone into being. Jazz at 7pm. Stories at 8pm. This 2018-19 Season Finale and final show at TOC features some of your favorite Urban Tellers: Warren McPherson, Lynn Fitch, Frank Engel, Penny Walter and PDX Story Theater founders Lynne Duddy and Lawrence Howard. Rogéri Jazz Duo when…

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$15 – $20

ARMCHAIR ADVENTUERE SERIES: NANSEN OF THE NORTH

Nordic Northwest 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR, United States

Nansen of the North is the story of Fridtjof Nansen (1861-1930), a Norwegian explorer, scientist, diplomat, and humanitarian. Nansen's story caught the imagination of Portland Story Theater co-founder and creator of the Armchair Adventurer series, Lawrence Howard. For the first time, Lawrence is telling an epic tale of the Arctic. A captivating performer, Howard holds audiences spellbound and has been called “the Homer of Portland” and “the master of nonfiction on the stage.” Nansen of the North is the seventh installment of his highly successful Armchair Adventurer series. Click here to learn more about Portland Story Theater and Lawrence Howard. Parking​ We encourage patrons to use public transportation or ride-sharing services. Our 50 space parking lot is open on a first-come, first-served, basis and limited street parking is available on SW 89th & 90th Avenues. Accessibility ​Nordia House…

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$5 – $20

Crash Course in Storytelling

Portland Story Theater 3333 NE 15 Avenue, Portland, OR, United States

Portland Story Theater’s workshop Crash Course in Storytelling is designed to give you a taste of the fabulous art form of storytelling in 3 hours. Interactive. Fast-paced. Fun! Everyone 18+ welcome, no experience necessary. As participants, you'll search your memory banks for the people, happenings and conflicts that sustain you day in and day out. We will explore the necessity of vulnerability in storytelling, as well as techniques for bringing your stories alive. Our approach teaches intentional storytelling when you trust the story and speak extemporaneously from the heart. Co-Facilitators: Lawrence Howard and Lynne Duddy Lynne Duddy is a narrative artist who creates captivating stories that draw listeners into the realm of real life. Founder of Portland Story Theater, Lynne draws from her rich repertoire…

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$60
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