Events in Alberta Arts

WEDNOV 4

7:30 PM · Doors 6:30 PM

ReadingsBooksComedyStand-UpMusic

Davide De Pierro

Inspired by Davide De Pierro’s newly released novel The Letters I Never Sent, his live show blends personal storytelling, humor, and audience conversation. Throughout the night, De Pierro will deliver a monologue and read selections from the book, followed by an open Q&A with the audience. Limited meet-and-greet opportunities will also be available for those who purchase in advance. Davide is a New Jersey native that has cultivated over 3M followers on TikTok and 2.7M followers on Instagram and has been earning millions of views online. Known for his commentary on relationships, finances, and those relatable moments that capture the human experience, Davide is excited to be expanding into a fresh medium. There are special Meet & Greet Tickets available for this event which offer a wonderful opportunity for fans to meet and interact with David De Pierro. Quantity is limited at each show. Shortly after the show, attendees with a M&G wristband will be allowed to meet Davide De Pierro and take a photo with him. Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS If your billing address is located outside a 250 mile radius of Portland, you will need to purchase tickets either in person or by phone by calling (503) 764-4131, or our office at (503) 719-6055. Thank You!

Inspired by Davide De Pierro’s newly released novel The Letters I Never Sent, his live show blends personal storytelling, humor, and audience conversation. Throughout the night, De Pierro will deliver a monologue and read selections from the book, followed by an open Q&A with the audience. Limited meet-and-greet opportunities will also be available for those who purchase in advance. Davide is a New Jersey native that has cultivated over 3M followers on TikTok and 2.7M followers on Instagram and has been earning millions of views online. Known for his commentary on relationships, finances, and those relatable moments that capture the human experience, Davide is excited to be expanding into a fresh medium. There are special Meet & Greet Tickets available for this event which offer a wonderful opportunity for fans to meet and interact with David De Pierro. Quantity is limited at each show. Shortly after the show, attendees with a M&G wristband will be allowed to meet Davide De Pierro and take a photo with him. Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Review our venue FAQ here

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS If your billing address is located outside a 250 mile radius of Portland, you will need to purchase tickets either in person or by phone by calling (503) 764-4131, or our office at (503) 719-6055. Thank You!

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SATNOV 7

7:30 PM · Doors 6:30 PM

All agesLive Podcasts & RadioVarietyComedyStand-UpTalks & LecturesMusicAuthor Talks

Live Wire with Luke Burbank

Alberta Rose Theatre3000 NE Alberta St

Live Wire Radio is an independently produced radio show that artfully blends unpredictable conversation, live music, and original comedy featuring all types of cultural talent and creative minds, from emerging artists to established acts. Join host Luke Burbank and announcer Elena Passarello for a live recording of this popular radio show, heard nationwide by thousands of listeners every weekend.

With special guests TBA Fall 2026 Season Passes are now on sale! Click here to buy. Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our venue FAQ here

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FRINOV 13

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

18+💰 $31+ComedyStand-UpLGBTQ+Cultural Heritage

The Big Trans Comedy Show

Alberta Rose Theatre3000 Northeast Alberta Street

The Big Trans Comedy Show is a yearly comedy show featuring only trans identified comedians, and this is the biggest one yet, featuring multiple touring and well-loved comedians, plus a handful of your local favorites! Proceeds of this show will also benefit SMYRC, whose mission is to offer vital resources to 2SLGBTQIA+ youth in Portland.

Headlining the Big Trans Comedy show are 4 of the top trans stand-up comedians in the country, including Mx. Dahlia Belle, featured on Netflix. Ren Q. Dawe, a finalist for the Queerties and founder of the Here to Pee Comedy Tour. Hayden Johnson was selected for Just for Laughs’ New Faces and Netflix is a Joke Comedy Festivals. And River Butcher, featured on Comedy Central, has written and performed in several highly acclaimed television series, and was named one of ten comedians to watch by Vanity Fair.

This show also features Portland local favorite comedians Mack Lee, Moisés Araguaney, IMANI, and Portland’s Funniest Person of 2025 Ally J Ward.

Ages 18+

Ages 18 – 20 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The Big Trans Comedy Show is a yearly comedy show featuring only trans identified comedians, and this is the biggest one yet, featuring multiple touring and well-loved comedians, plus a handful of your local favorites! Proceeds of this show will also benefit SMYRC, whose mission is to offer vital resources to 2SLGBTQIA+ youth in Portland.

Headlining the Big Trans Comedy show are 4 of the top trans stand-up comedians in the country, including Mx. Dahlia Belle, featured on Netflix. Ren Q. Dawe, a finalist for the Queerties and founder of the Here to Pee Comedy Tour. Hayden Johnson was selected for Just for Laughs’ New Faces and Netflix is a Joke Comedy Festivals. And River Butcher, featured on Comedy Central, has written and performed in several highly acclaimed television series, and was named one of ten comedians to watch by Vanity Fair.

This show also features Portland local favorite comedians Mack Lee, Moisés Araguaney, IMANI, and Portland’s Funniest Person of 2025 Ally J Ward.

Ages 18+

Ages 18 – 20 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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SATNOV 14

12:30 PM

CircusComedyTheaterVarietyKids & Family

Leapin’ Louie

Alberta Rose Theatre3000 Northeast Alberta Street

Leapin’ Louie: The Upside Down Ocean. Leapin’ Louie’s new show: An ocean animal circus spectacular. It’s science, but you laugh so hard. Gastropod Cousteau (aka Leapin’ Louie Lichtenstein ) is a nudibranch detective trying to figure out what happened to the missing kelp forests. Whales, sea otters, decorator crabs, giant squid and a peacock mantis shrimp help Gastro solve the mystery. And the story is told with circus and comedy. Featuring giant lasso, glow juggling, a 6 foot unicycle, enormous puppets and a slide-show of amazing ocean animals. You know him from White Album Xmas or the Rose Festival. Leapin’ Louie has performed his solo shows in 35 nations around the world, including Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Brazil, the UK and a few dozen European tours. He has toured opening for country stars Brooks and Dunn and the rock legend Primus. He makes adults laugh with family-friendly material, and he gets audiences very excited.

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FRINOV 13

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

💰 $10ComedyStand-Up

Tits Up

Alberta Street Pub1036 NE Alberta Street

Comedy: TITS UP at Alberta Street Pub.

$5-$10 Suggested Donation

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THUNOV 12

5:00 PM – 9:00 PM

All agesOpen MicsVarietyComedyStand-UpMusicPoetry

Main Stage Open Mic

Alberta Abbey - Main Theater126 NE Alberta Street, Portland, OR 97211

Join us for a welcoming night of creativity and connection at this free, all-ages open mic. Bring your music, your poetry, your comedy, your rough drafts, and your masterpieces to the Main Stage in the Alberta Abbey theatre.Sign-ups and Happy Hour: 5:00–6:00 PMPerformances begin at 6:00 PM

Names will be drawn at random "name-in-a-hat" style from the sign-up list.
Each performer gets up to 10 minutes or 2 songs.
Sound and lights provided.
Some backline available.

This is a free community event, and donations are welcome to support Alberta Abbey’s mission of amplifying underrepresented voices in the arts. Come share your work, support a nonprofit arts hub, and connect with fellow creatives in one of Portland’s most welcoming venues.Sponsored in part by Spirit Mountain Community Fund.

Join us for a welcoming night of creativity and connection at this free, all-ages open mic. Bring your music, your poetry, your comedy, your rough drafts, and your masterpieces to the Main Stage in the Alberta Abbey theatre.Sign-ups and Happy Hour: 5:00–6:00 PMPerformances begin at 6:00 PM

Names will be drawn at random "name-in-a-hat" style from the sign-up list.
Each performer gets up to 10 minutes or 2 songs.
Sound and lights provided.
Some backline available.

This is a free community event, and donations are welcome to support Alberta Abbey’s mission of amplifying underrepresented voices in the arts. Come share your work, support a nonprofit arts hub, and connect with fellow creatives in one of Portland’s most welcoming venues.Sponsored in part by Spirit Mountain Community Fund.

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SATNOV 14

1:00 PM · Doors 12:30 PM

CircusComedyTheaterVarietyKids & FamilyMusic

Leapin’ Louie: The Upside Down Ocean

Alberta Rose Theatre3000 NE Alberta St

Leapin’ Louie: The Upside Down Ocean
Leapin’ Louie’s new show: An ocean animal circus spectacular
It’s science, but you laugh so hard! Gastropod Cousteau (aka Leapin’ Louie Lichtenstein) is a nudibranch detective trying to figure out what happened to the missing kelp forests. Whales, sea otters, decorator crabs, giant squid and a peacock mantis shrimp help Gastro solve the mystery. And the story is told with circus and comedy! Featuring giant lasso, glow juggling, a 6 foot unicycle, enormous puppets and a slide-show of amazing ocean animals. You know him from White Album Xmas or the Rose Festival, Leapin’ Louie has performed his solo shows in 35 nations around the world including Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Brazil, UK and a few dozen European tours. He has toured opening for country stars Brooks and Dunn and the rock legend Primus. He makes adults laugh with family-friendly material and he gets audiences very excited. “Absolutely brilliant show and among the best science communication I’ve ever seen!“ Dr. Kaitlyn Tonra, kelp scientist “While acting the buffoon for much of his act his talent and sense of humor was always extremely sophisticated.”  –David Cohen, Executive Director, Salem Art Fair “Lichtenstein, a multitalented performer, has to be seen to be believed.” –Portland Oregonian

Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.

Leapin’ Louie: The Upside Down Ocean
Leapin’ Louie’s new show: An ocean animal circus spectacular
It’s science, but you laugh so hard! Gastropod Cousteau (aka Leapin’ Louie Lichtenstein) is a nudibranch detective trying to figure out what happened to the missing kelp forests. Whales, sea otters, decorator crabs, giant squid and a peacock mantis shrimp help Gastro solve the mystery. And the story is told with circus and comedy! Featuring giant lasso, glow juggling, a 6 foot unicycle, enormous puppets and a slide-show of amazing ocean animals. You know him from White Album Xmas or the Rose Festival, Leapin’ Louie has performed his solo shows in 35 nations around the world including Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Brazil, UK and a few dozen European tours. He has toured opening for country stars Brooks and Dunn and the rock legend Primus. He makes adults laugh with family-friendly material and he gets audiences very excited. “Absolutely brilliant show and among the best science communication I’ve ever seen!“ Dr. Kaitlyn Tonra, kelp scientist “While acting the buffoon for much of his act his talent and sense of humor was always extremely sophisticated.”  –David Cohen, Executive Director, Salem Art Fair “Lichtenstein, a multitalented performer, has to be seen to be believed.” –Portland Oregonian

Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.

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FRINOV 13

8:00 PM · Doors 7:00 PM

18+ComedyStand-UpLGBTQ+

The Big Trans Comedy Show

Alberta Rose Theatre3000 NE Alberta St

Hear You Loud & Queer has been Portland’s premiere queer comedy show for the last three years. Featured in Autostraddle magazine, Hear You Loud & Queer has only featured and highlighted queer and trans comedians both locally and nationally. This year they bring the third annual Big Trans Comedy Show to the Alberta Rose Theatre to celebrate Trans Awareness Month in a big BIG way! The Big Trans Comedy Show is a yearly comedy show featuring only trans comedians and this is the biggest one yet! Featuring multiple touring and well loved comedians, plus a handful of your local favorites! Proceeds from this show will also benefit SMYRC, whose mission is offering vital resources to 2SLGBTQIA+ youth in Portland! Headlining the Big Trans Comedy Show are four of the top trans stand-up comedians in the country including Mx. Dahlia Belle, featured on Netflix. Mx. Nola Bradley, a finalist for the NW Black Comedy Festival’s “Best of the Fest.” Hayden Johnson, selected for Just for Laughs’ New Faces and Netflix is a Joke Comedy Festivals. And River Butcher featured on Comedy Central, has written and performed in several highly acclaimed television series, and was named one of ten comedians to watch by Vanity Fair! This show also features Portland local favorite comedians Mack Lee, Moisés Araguaney, IMANI 🍕, and Portland’s Funniest Person of 2025 Ally J Ward! Join us Friday November 13th for the Big Trans Comedy Show to celebrate trans joy and trans comedy all for a great cause! Ages 18+ Ages 18 – 20 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS. If your billing address is located outside a 250 mile radius of Portland, you will need to purchase tickets either in person or by phone by calling (503) 764-4131, or our office at (503) 719-6055. Thank You!

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MONNOV 16

7:00 PM · Doors 6:00 PM

All agesComedyStand-UpMusic

Jenny Tian

Alberta Rose Theatre3000 NE Alberta St

Jenny Tian is an Australian comedian whose sharp wit has seen her sell out shows internationally. If you’re wondering why she looks familiar, you’ve probably seen her on Taskmaster Australia, Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee or from a scroll through her online content.

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS. If your billing address is located outside a 250 mile radius of Portland, you will need to purchase tickets either in person or by phone by calling (503) 764-4131, or our office at (503) 719-6055. Thank You!

Jenny Tian is an Australian comedian whose sharp wit has seen her sell out shows internationally. If you’re wondering why she looks familiar, you’ve probably seen her on Taskmaster Australia, Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee or from a scroll through her online content.

ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS. If your billing address is located outside a 250 mile radius of Portland, you will need to purchase tickets either in person or by phone by calling (503) 764-4131, or our office at (503) 719-6055. Thank You!

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SATNOV 7

6:30 AM – 8:30 AM

Live Podcasts & RadioComedyVarietyMusicArts & Media

Live Wire Radio

Alberta Rose Theatre3000 Northeast Alberta Street

Live Wire Radio is an independently produced radio show that artfully blends unpredictable conversation, live music, and original comedy featuring all types of cultural talent and creative minds, from emerging artists to established acts. Join host Luke Burbank and announcer Elena Passarello for a live recording of this popular radio show, heard nationwide by thousands of listeners every weekend.

Please see the website for guest information and locations.

Live Wire Radio is an independently produced radio show that artfully blends unpredictable conversation, live music, and original comedy featuring all types of cultural talent and creative minds, from emerging artists to established acts. Join host Luke Burbank and announcer Elena Passarello for a live recording of this popular radio show, heard nationwide by thousands of listeners every weekend.

Please see the website for guest information and locations.

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MONNOV 16

6:00 PM

ComedyStand-Up

Jenny Tian

Alberta Rose Theatre3000 Northeast Alberta Street

Jenny Tian is an Australian comedian whose sharp wit has seen her sell out shows internationally. If you’re wondering why she looks familiar, you’ve probably seen her on Taskmaster Australia, Guy Montgomery’s Guy Mont Spelling Bee or from a scroll through her online content.

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