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Join Portland Opera for an hour of story and song from their latest production, La Traviata.

From the celebrated and award-winning composer Dave Malloy comes Natasha, Pierre and The Great Comet of 1812, an electropop opera based on a scandalous slice of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace. Young and impulsive, Natasha Rostova arrives in Moscow to await the return of her fiancé from the front lines. When she falls under the spell of the roguish Anatole, it is up to Pierre, a family friend in the middle of an existential crisis, to pick up the pieces of her shattered reputation. Following a critically exalted premiere at Ars Nova in New York City, a subsequent off-Broadway transfer and an acclaimed run on Broadway, this award-winning musical expands the possibilities for the genre with its daring score and bold storytelling.

Music and Lyrics By Dave Malloy

Step into a slippery world where the line between truth and fiction is all in the packaging. It’s 1936, and a pair of passionate filmmakers has landed their next big project: a sweeping Spanish Civil War film with the potential to change American hearts and minds. It just happens to be bankrolled by the KGB. Spain by Jen Silverman is a seductive and tense thriller about the power of art to change the world — for better and for worse.

by Jen Silverman, directed by Josh Hecht

One of the most ambitious productions in recent Profile history, Spain is a grand cross-disciplinary spectacle featuring multiple partnerships with arts organizations throughout Portland, including live opera developed in partnership with Portland Opera, and both recorded and live music performed by musicians with 45th Parallel.

Trans-Siberian Orchestra is back with a spectacular new production of The Ghosts of Christmas Eve: The Best of TSO and More – featuring the fan-favorite holiday rock opera alongside TSO classics, and rarely performed gems.

Shows:

November 28 at 3:30pm & 8pm

Gateway to Adventure is a premium D&D learning experience. Been interested in trying out Dungeons & Dragons but didn't know where to find a group or how to get started? Let us take care of that for you!

You (and your friends) can embark on a curated adventure, played out over 3 weekly sessions. You will learn all the basics from character generation to combat and roleplaying in a safe space with pro Dungeon Master Jordan (aka @gendergolemdm ).

Sessions require a minimum of 4 players to run and can accommodate up to 6 players.

If you have any questions at all about the experience or how to book please give us a call or shoot us an email at [email protected]

One of the most beloved operas ever written, La Traviata pairs soaring melodies with a deeply personal story of love and sacrifice. At its center is Violetta, an independent woman navigating desire, societal expectation, and the fragile possibility of happiness on her own terms. As romance and reality collide, Verdi’s luminous score reveals the emotional complexity of living authentically in a world determined to impose its rules. Tender, tragic, and timeless, the opera continues to resonate for its compassionate portrayal of Violetta’s vulnerability, resilience, courage as she chooses personal truth in the face of public judgment.

Learn the building blocks of a great scene through playful storytelling, character choices, and TTRPG-inspired adventures! For kids in grades 3-5 with an adult.

• Registration is required for this event.
• Registration will close on November 5, 2026 @ 4:00pm.
• This event is for registrants grade 3rd Grade to 5th Grade.

D&D Encounters continues with the Season of Champions Celebration event! The Defias Brotherhood have hid themselves into the once-abandoned Deadmines beneath the town of Moonbrook. The People's Militia need the brave adventurers of Mox Portland to strike at this hub of thievery, piracy, and murder! This is your chance, play with new Dungeons and Dragons: World of Warcraft features, and earn special rewards to apply to your character for the season! All players will also receive an oversized d20 to add a little extra weight to your explorations of Azeroth! Premade character sheets will be provided, or you may bring a 3rd-Level character created using the rules in the 2024 Player's Handbook and Dungeons and Dragons: World of Warcraft. • Ability scores are generated using either the Standard Array or Point Cost options detailed in chapter 2 of the Player’s Handbook. • Each time a character gains a level after level 1, their Hit Point maximum increases according to the Fixed Hit Points by Class table in chapter 2 of the Player’s Handbook. • Characters begin with their normal starting equipment plus one Common magic item of their choice from chapter 7 of the Dungeon Master’s Guide. Alternatively, they can select a Potion of Healing from the Player’s Handbook. Date: Sunday, November 22nd Time: 12:00pm - 4:00pm Entry: $10 Player Cap: 12 **Due to high demand for our RPG tables, refunds will not be given for cancellations within 24 hours of the listed start time**

Speed Dating Tonight!
Music & Libretto by Michael Ching
Based on a concept by Dean Anthony

Portland State University’s Opera program kicks off its 50th anniversary season with Michael Ching’s “Speed Dating Tonight!” (2013). Set over the course of a single evening at a local bar, this clever, heartwarming opera follows a revolving cast of singles searching for that elusive spark. There's the dreamer, the hopeless romantic, the bashful, the over-sharer, the chronically distracted, and everyone in between, each getting their moment in the spotlight through music that is equal parts tender, heartbreaking, and hilarious.

Written with duets and ensembles for up to 45 voices, “Speed Dating Tonight!” has a flexible modular structure that can be customized to fit any cast size, voice type, or gender identity. PSU Opera’s version of “Speed Dating Tonight!” features 35 song selections and arrangements specifically chosen to reflect the unique assortment of voices in the 12-member cast.

At its heart, this is a show about the universal human longing to be seen and cherished by another person. Woven through the interactions is another question: can a genuine connection actually happen in five minutes or less? With Michael Ching’s delightful opera, the answer is decidedly yes.

Visit the Speed Dating Tonight! web page to learn more about this production, including additional dates, cast and crew information, photos, and more as we get closer to opening night.

Learn more about the Opera program at Portland State University's School of Music & Theater.

Join Beyond the Board, a fun, inclusive, and neurodivergent-affirming gaming event presented by Squirrel Space.

New to gaming? Come learn to play an RPG or board game, meet new people, and make new friends in a welcoming, supportive space. Find your game. Find your people.

Squirrel Space is dedicated to creating neurodivergent-affirming spaces and community connections.

Age Range: 8+

One of our professional Dungeon Masters (DMs) will guide your adventurer as they create their own character, collaborate with their party, and save the day!

Players with all levels of experience are welcome.

In this live Dungeons and Dragons show, comedians and performers take to the stage to play some theater games, share some jokes, and play some D&D.

This season of Magic Tea Party, you will join Dungeon Master Juliet Mylan, who will lead:

• Cosmo Reynolds (as Joey, just some guy with a ukulele that frequents Portland open mics)
• Jenna Britann (as Holbrook, a 165,786,084 yr old dilophosaurus),
• Riley McCarthy (as Enoch "Nucky" Fallstar, an apostle of the doomsday cult Threshold of Paradise with some unorthodox powers)

Audience members will take part in controlling the players' fate as they navigate an AU magical Portland in a series of side quests to gather magical artifacts for MOMSI (that's Magical OMSI for the layperson). The show can include strong adult themes and language, so if you bring your 8-year-old, just know they may learn something you were hoping to discuss with them after they hit puberty. Recommended for ages 16+ and parental guidance for those younger.

Small concessions booth with snacks, sodas, seltzers, beer, and wine available at the show. A coffee shop is located in front of the theater, and beverages are welcome in the theater. Tickets are GAYAF (Give As You’re Able Friend) with a suggested donation of $20 to compensate the performers and keep this independent LGBTQ theater running.

For more than 20 years, Portland Opera to Go (nicknamed POGO) has shared opera experiences with communities around the region. The Crown Maker is a world-premiere opera inspired by the life and legacy of Eva Castellanos, a Mexican American healer, artist, educator, and tireless advocate for immigrant rights. Rooted in Oregon history and shaped by the traditions of community storytelling, the work explores how creativity, compassion, and cultural knowledge can transform lives across generations.

Told as a traditional corrido, The Crown Maker blends poetry, history, and music to explore how one woman’s vision empowered generations through art, healing traditions, and fearless community leadership. Through an evocative score and intimate storytelling, The Crown Maker honors Castellanoz’ lifelong dedication to uplifting others through art, healing practices, and grassroots activism. Her work created spaces where identity, heritage, and belonging could thrive, even in the face of social and political barriers. The opera examines the lasting influence of those who build community not through power or prestige, but through care, vision, and persistence.

Created especially for Portland Opera to Go audiences, The Crown Maker blends poetry, history, and music to explore how one woman’s vision empowered generations through art, healing traditions, and fearless community leadership. This production brings a uniquely Oregonian story to life, while speaking to universal themes of resilience, memory, and self-determination. The Crown Maker celebrates the power of cultural inheritance and the people who preserve it, inviting audiences of all ages to reflect on how stories, traditions, and acts of courage continue to shape communities today.

Nov. 14 — Two performances at Walters Cultural Arts Center in Hillsboro at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Dec. 4-5 — Three performances at the World Trade Center Theatre.

Jan. 10 — Watch at the historic Clatskanie Cultural Center at 2 p.m.

Jan. 24 — Join the Happy Valley Library at 2 p.m.

Portland Opera To Go (POGO) proudly presents the latest installment of the Our Oregon series--a collection of original youth operas that examines Oregon history by highlighting the lives of extraordinary Oregonian women through a variety of lenses.

As young musicians passionate about opera and about their hometown, Emily Nelson and Bethany Schweitzer Goshorn thought, "What better place for an Opera on Tap chapter than our fair city known for its beer, wine and cocktail culture?" Thus Opera on Tap PDX was born - one of 16 nationwide chapters of Opera on Tap. Northwest native Sadie Gregg joined the Managing Diva team in 2016, after singing with the Boston chapter.

Why are we so passionate about opera? Opera speaks to the human condition. It expresses human emotion and relationship in a very unique and profound way. The human voice in all its glory has a visceral effect on us. In a culture focused on instant gratification with short attention spans, opera demands your full attention and rewards you with a wild ride on the emotional roller coaster.

Chances are that people who say they don't like opera have never heard it live! Opera on Tap seeks to change this by bringing the genre back to the people in familiar places: community gathering spaces, restaurants, and bars - much how music was historically enjoyed in Germany pubs. We seek to share, educate and bring simply fabulous music to an audience that might not otherwise be able to enjoy the art form. So grab your friends and your favorite pint, and join us for Opera on Tap!

Opera On Tap Nationwide
Opera on Tap (OOT) was born in 2005 at Freddy's Bar and Backroom in Brooklyn and incorporated in 2007 to promote opera as a viable, living, and progressive art form and to support the developing artists who continue to keep the art form alive. What began as a small monthly gathering of ambitious, classically trained singers looking for more performance opportunities has grown into a producing organization that has gained a loyal audience base and national recognition as an innovative force on the classical music scene. Through its Chapter program, which now has sixteen vibrant national chapters, OOT has created a large network of performers, creators, and supporters.

Join game master Erik for a new run every week in Shadowrun. Bring your character, build one with Erik on Discord (#shadowrun), or grab a pre-gen when you get here. SIGN UP (one week in advance)

Join us for our monthly Pathfinder Society takeover!

Speed Dating Tonight!
Music & Libretto by Michael Ching
Based on a concept by Dean Anthony

Portland State University’s Opera program kicks off its 50th anniversary season with Michael Ching’s “Speed Dating Tonight!” (2013). Set over the course of a single evening at a local bar, this clever, heartwarming opera follows a revolving cast of singles searching for that elusive spark. There's the dreamer, the hopeless romantic, the bashful, the over-sharer, the chronically distracted, and everyone in between, each getting their moment in the spotlight through music that is equal parts tender, heartbreaking, and hilarious.

Written with duets and ensembles for up to 45 voices, “Speed Dating Tonight!” has a flexible modular structure that can be customized to fit any cast size, voice type, or gender identity. PSU Opera’s version of “Speed Dating Tonight!” features 35 song selections and arrangements specifically chosen to reflect the unique assortment of voices in the 12-member cast.

At its heart, this is a show about the universal human longing to be seen and cherished by another person. Woven through the interactions is another question: can a genuine connection actually happen in five minutes or less? With Michael Ching’s delightful opera, the answer is decidedly yes.

Visit the Speed Dating Tonight! web page to learn more about this production, including additional dates, cast and crew information, photos, and more as we get closer to opening night.

Learn more about the Opera program at Portland State University's School of Music & Theater.

One of our professional Dungeon Masters (DMs) will guide your adventurer as they create their own character, collaborate with their party, and save the day!

Players with all levels of experience are welcome.

Welcome, adventurers! Adventurers League is open-play Dungeons and Dragons. No matter your experience level, we encourage you to sign up for a session! AL is designed for you to be able to join any session without needing the context of a full campaign. It's a great way to get started if you're new, or to fit some more DND into your life amidst your regular campaigns if you're more experienced. If you’re new, please check out our free Learn to Play DND table! This event is aimed at ages 15 and up, or 12-14 with a guardian attending. This event will use the 2024 Player's Handbook rules. Please refresh yourself on the AL Player's Guide before attending so the game can launch in a timely manner. Please create a Tier One character beforehand. We highly encourage you sign up in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to @Mox_Peter in our Discord server! Not in our Discord server? Click here to join! Time: Every Tuesday, 6:00pm-10:00pm Entry Fee: $18 Player Cap: 7 **Due to high demand for our RPG tables, refunds will not be given for cancellations within 24 hours of the listed start time**

One of the most beloved operas ever composed, La Traviata combines sweeping emotion with some of the most recognizable music in the operatic repertoire. Giuseppe Verdi’s masterpiece tells the story of Violetta Valéry, a woman determined to live freely and authentically despite the rigid social expectations that surround her. When she falls deeply in love, she is forced to confront the painful realities of class, reputation, sacrifice, and the cost of pursuing happiness on her own terms.

Adapted from Alexandre Dumas fils’ La Dame aux camélias, the opera broke new ground in its portrayal of a contemporary woman whose emotional life is treated with dignity, complexity, and compassion. Verdi’s luminous score captures both the exhilaration of love and the devastating consequences of societal judgment, moving seamlessly from moments of intimacy and joy to heartbreaking tragedy.

More than a romantic drama, La Traviata remains a powerful reflection on personal freedom, vulnerability, and the tension between public expectation and private truth. Its enduring resonance lies in its humanity: the opera asks what it means to truly live according to one’s own values in a world eager to define worth through convention, status, and appearance.

Join us Monday, November 23rd, from 6-10 PM for a Season of Champions Celebration, with TPK GMs running the official D&D: World of Warcraft Gameplay Expansion prerelease adventure in our upstairs and back room gaming areas for tables of five players.

This event will be capped at 25 players and will feature giveaways for all attendees courtesy of Wizards of the Coast.

For character creation on the Celebrations Events

This adventure, which takes our heroes through the infamous Deadmines dungeon, will be for level 3 characters. This adventure includes 5 WoW themed pregens which will be available for play. If you opt in to using these premade WoW Characters, you can keep your miniature! Otherwise, it is encouraged characters made for the event are built using the upcoming World of Warcraft D&D Gameplay Expansion to match the theme. Otherwise, any official 2024 books are allowed for character creation. All character begin with starting gear and one Potion of Healing. This event is 16+.

Like past officially hosted WPN events, players will need a Wizards account to participate. You can register for one here, if you don't already have one. Tickets will go on sale Friday, 10/30, at 10 AM Pacific.

One of our professional Dungeon Masters (DMs) will guide your adventurer as they create their own character, collaborate with their party, and save the day!

Players with all levels of experience are welcome.

Join us for Teen Dungeons and Dragons at the East County Library! Create your character and work with your friends to solve mysteries, fight bad guys, and get the loot! There will be snacks!

Registration required, limited spots available.

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story. Whether you want to learn or are an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

For ages 9–19

Venture into the amazing and imaginative world of Dungeons & Dragons! Have you ever wonder what goes into playing D&D? Would you like to try your hand at casting spells? Or wielding a giant ax? Or maybe you'd like to spin a tune on your lute. This event is for you! Learn to Play Dungeons & Dragons will be held at 12pm on the first and third Saturday of every month. It will be a single session where you learn how to build a character, the kinds of tools you need to play the game, and what a simple adventure looks like. Time: 12pm to 3pm every Saturday! Cost: Free!

Explore a multi-level megadungeon and massive detailed custom world using Shadowdark RPG.

Join DM Sami for a kid led kid game. Max 7 players. Call the store to check on current enrollment. $10 per player per session.

Welcome, adventurers! Adventurers League is open-play Dungeons and Dragons. No matter your experience level, we encourage you to sign up for a session! AL is designed for you to be able to join any session without needing the context of a full campaign. It's a great way to get started if you're new, or to fit some more D&D into your life amidst your regular campaigns if you're more experienced. If you’re new, please check out our free Learn to Play DND table! This event is aimed at ages 15 and up, or 12-14 with a guardian attending. This event will use the 2024 Player's Handbook rules. Please refresh yourself on the AL Player's Guide before attending so the game can launch in a timely manner. Please create a Tier One character beforehand. We highly encourage you sign up in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to @Mox_Malachi in our Discord server! Not in our Discord server? Click here to join! Time: Thursdays, 6:00pm-9:30pm Entry Fee: $18 Player Cap: 7 **Due to high demand for our RPG tables, refunds will not be given for cancellations within 24 hours of the listed start time**

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story. Whether you want to learn or are an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

Please fill out the Character Creation Form, so we can have your pre-generated character ready for your first session. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].

For ages 9–19

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story. Whether you want to learn or are an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

For ages 9–19

Welcome, adventurers! Adventurers League is open-play Dungeons and Dragons. No matter your experience level, we encourage you to sign up for a session! AL is designed for you to be able to join any session without needing the context of a full campaign. It's a great way to get started if you're new, or to fit some more DND into your life amidst your regular campaigns if you're more experienced. If you’re new, please check out our free Learn to Play DND table! This event is aimed at ages 15 and up, or 12-14 with a guardian attending. This table will be focused on a series of Tier Two one-shots. Please refresh yourself on the AL Player's Guide before attending so the game can launch in a timely manner. Please create a Tier Two character beforehand. We highly encourage you sign up in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to @Mox_Peter in our Discord server! Not in our Discord server? Click here to join! Time: Every Wednesday, 6:00pm-10:00pm Entry Fee: $18 Player Cap: 7 **Due to high demand for our RPG tables, refunds will not be given for cancellations within 24 hours of the listed start time**

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story. Whether you want to learn or are an experienced player, come play Dungeons & Dragons.

For ages 9–19

I'm looking to make a 5e character, either solo or with friends.

Friday nights are the perfect night to gather a party and head off on a new adventure.

Our Friday Night D&D Club brings young people together to socialize, tell a shared story and have fun.

Both new and experienced players are welcome.

You can play an existing character- or we can help you develop a new one.

Use this Link to sign up

Held most Fridays in The Hall | 6-9 PM | $30 per person

Tables will be organized by our DMs according to age and D&D experience.

Welcome, adventurers! Adventurers League is open-play Dungeons and Dragons. No matter your experience level, we encourage you to sign up for a session! AL is designed for you to be able to join any session without needing the context of a full campaign. It's a great way to get started if you're new, or to fit some more D&D into your life amidst your regular campaigns if you're more experienced. If you’re new, please check out our free Learn to Play DND table! This event is aimed at ages 15 and up, or 12-14 with a guardian attending. This event will use the 2024 Player's Handbook rules. Please refresh yourself on the AL Player's Guide before attending so the game can launch in a timely manner. Please create a Tier Two character beforehand. We highly encourage you sign up in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to @Mox_Malachi in our Discord server! Not in our Discord server? Click here to join! Time: Fridays, 6:00pm-9:30pm Entry Fee: $18 Player Cap: 7 **Due to high demand for our RPG tables, refunds will not be given for cancellations within 24 hours of the listed start time**

We are excited to partner with Hero Workshop to provide a weekly After School D&D program. Great for veterans and new players! Its a weekly D&D session for your young adventurer. For more information on the Hero Workshop offering check out their website HERE! Scholarships may...

Immerse yourself in a world of excitement! Create a character and take on challenges with a team of other players in this interactive story. Join us whether you want to learn or are an experienced player.

For ages 18+