Community Events

Overview

Ovations Offstage events create opportunities to connect more deeply with the performing arts. You’ll hear artists’ stories, learn their crafts, feel their passion, and watch them perform. Connect with the arts onstage and off, and share powerful experiences together.  

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The Accusatory Relevance of DakhaBrakha

Pre-Performance Lecture with Eugene Friesen

November 18, 2025 • 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Novel

From Spirituals to Soweto: The Global Journey of Gospel Music

Pre-Performance Lecture with Rev. Kenneth I. Lewis

November 21, 2025 • 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Merrill Auditorium Rehearsal Hall

Drag Storytime - December 6

December 6, 2025 • 3 PM

Coffee By Design

Featuring Ophelia

Wild Wild Western Book Club - "True Grit"

December 16, 2025 • 6 - 7 PM

Back Cove Books

Presented in partnership with Portland Public Library and Back Cove Books

Wild Wild Western Book Club - "How Much of These Hills is Gold"

January 13, 2026 • 6 - 7 PM

Back Cove Books

Presented in partnership with Portland Public Library and Back Cove Books

Drag Storytime - January 24

January 24, 2026 • 10 AM

Print Bookstore

Featuring Chartreuse Money

Wild Wild Western Book Club - "God's Country"

February 10, 2026 • 6 - 7 PM

Back Cove Books

Presented in partnership with Portland Public Library and Back Cove Books

Drag Storytime - March 7

March 7, 2026 • 10 AM

Print Bookstore

Featuring Ophelia

Drag Storytime - June 13

June 13, 2026 • 10 AM

Coffee By Design

Featuring Chartreuse Money

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OVATIONS OFFSTAGE

Ovations Offstage, affectionately called “O2” for short, is where we create magical, resonating moments through dynamic experiences that integrate the performing arts into everyday community life.