Community Events

2024-2025 Season Announcement

Join us for an electrifying Season Announcement event, where you can get an exclusive sneak peek and celebrate Portland Ovations’ thrilling 2024-25 season. Happening on Thursday, May 30 from 5:30 to 7 PM at Hannaford Hall on USM’s Portland Campus, this event is free and open to all. Prepare for an evening filled with delectable … Read more

Ailey

Alvin Ailey was a trailblazing pioneer who found salvation through dance. AILEY traces the full contours of this brilliant and enigmatic man whose search for the truth in movement resulted in enduring choreography that centers on the Black American experience with grace, strength, and unparalleled beauty. Told through Ailey’s own words and featuring evocative archival … Read more

Drag Storytime

Join Portland Ovations and local Drag Queens for an hour of stories and art! Glamorous expert storytellers use the art of drag to read books and lead craft projects at local bookstores, libraries, and community centers around Portland. This fun, fabulous literary experience fosters learning and play, encouraging children and their caregivers to celebrate all … Read more

Drag Storytime

Join Portland Ovations and local Drag Queens for an hour of stories and art! Glamorous expert storytellers use the art of drag to read books and lead craft projects at local bookstores, libraries, and community centers around Portland. This fun, fabulous literary experience fosters learning and play, encouraging children and their caregivers to celebrate all … Read more

Drag Storytime

Join Portland Ovations and local Drag Queens for an hour of stories and art! Glamorous expert storytellers use the art of drag to read books and lead craft projects at local bookstores, libraries, and community centers around Portland. This fun, fabulous literary experience fosters learning and play, encouraging children and their caregivers to celebrate all … Read more

Drag Storytime

Join Portland Ovations and local Drag Queens for an hour of stories and art! Glamorous expert storytellers use the art of drag to read books and lead craft projects at local bookstores, libraries, and community centers around Portland. This fun, fabulous literary experience fosters learning and play, encouraging children and their caregivers to celebrate all … Read more

Drag Storytime

Join Portland Ovations and local Drag Queens for an hour of stories and art! Glamorous expert storytellers use the art of drag to read books and lead craft projects at local bookstores, libraries, and community centers around Portland. This fun, fabulous literary experience fosters learning and play, encouraging children and their caregivers to celebrate all … Read more

Drag Storytime

Join Portland Ovations and local Drag Queens for an hour of stories and art! Glamorous expert storytellers use the art of drag to read books and lead craft projects at local bookstores, libraries, and community centers around Portland. This fun, fabulous literary experience fosters learning and play, encouraging children and their caregivers to celebrate all … Read more

MOMIX Masterclasses

Dance alongside company Members from MOMIX. Limited spots are available for each session. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18 3:30 – 5pm at Casco Bay Movers, Portland (Hosted by Portland Youth Dance)Register online, suggested donation 5:30 – 7PM at Drouin Dance Center, WestbrookLevels Intermediate through Advanced, open to allRegister at drouindancecenter.com Ovations Offstage Supported By

Open House

Please join us for an open house at Portland Ovations’ gathering space in downtown Portland as we unveil our new mural and kick off the 2023-24 season! See the brand new mural by artist Jenna Pirello currently being painted at our space, enjoy light snacks and drinks, and mingle with fellow Portland Ovations Members. Come and go … Read more