Next on stage: Crooked Numbers by Ellen Margolis, directed by Micki Selvitella
The Sanctuary 1785 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OregonOctober’s season opener, Crooked Numbers by local playwright, Ellen Margolis, set Woodstock, 1979. Her hands already full with a struggling business and a dying partner, Fran takes on the care and feeding of her 15-year-old, baseball-obsessed niece. It will be directed by Micki Selvitella. Micki has solid experience working with new works and is excited…
Next on stage: Switzerland Directed by Pat Moran
The Sanctuary 1785 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OregonWhen a mysterious visitor arrives at the secluded home of famous crime writer Patricia Highsmith, fictional murders become a dangerous reality. As a devotee of mystery and suspense on the stage, Pat Moran is eager to dive into the world of Patricia Highsmith in November’s production of Switzerland by Joanna Murray-Smith. Pat will give us…
Next on stage: Angel Street Directed by Julie Akers
The Sanctuary 1785 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OregonJulie Akers will bring her wealth of experience to December’s production of Angel Street by Patrick Hamilton. Set in a gas-lit Victorian world, Angel Street explores themes all too relevant today. This Victorian thriller (aka Gaslight) delivers the perfect combination of suspense, intrigue and delicious revenge. *Sponsored by Culver Glass*
Next on stage:The Sea Horse Directed by Jeanne Rogers
The Sanctuary 1785 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OregonThe Sea Horse by Edward J. Moore In a waterfront bar, Harry and Gertrude fight, makeup, spin dreams, and share their deeply hidden private dreams. A love story. The Sea Horse explores the relationship between two wounded souls, too afraid to get near but too afraid to leave each other. As an actor, teacher and…
Next on stage: Recent Unsettling Events by Andrea Stolowitz, 2020 Fertile Ground: A City Wide Festival of New Works.
The Sanctuary 1785 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OregonRecent Unsettling Events by Andrea Stolowitz, 2020 Fertile Ground: A City Wide Festival of New Works. The Portland Civic Theatre Guild is delighted to announce that Recent Unsettling Events by Portland playwright Andrea Stolowitz will be the 2020 Fertile Ground New Play reading for the Portland Civic Theatre Guild’s Readers Theatre, Tuesday morning, February 4…
Next on stage: Recent Unsettling Events by Andrea Stolowitz, 2020 Fertile Ground: A City Wide Festival of New Works.
The Sanctuary 1785 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OregonRecent Unsettling Events by Andrea Stolowitz, 2020 Fertile Ground: A City Wide Festival of New Works. The Portland Civic Theatre Guild is delighted to announce that Recent Unsettling Events by Portland playwright Andrea Stolowitz will be the 2020 Fertile Ground New Play reading for the Portland Civic Theatre Guild’s Readers Theatre, Tuesday morning, February 4…
Next on stage: Bible Stories for Agnostics Directed by Matt Pavik
The Sanctuary 1785 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OregonBible Stories for Agnostics by John Longenbaugh is another featured new work by a local playwright and Matt Pavik is a great match to direct this slightly tilted look at familiar tales. Stories from Genesis are re-imagined for the contemporary age in six short plays, following the fortunes of Adam and Eve from Eden out…
Next on stage: **CANCELED**Apologia Directed by Mary McDonald-Lewis
The Sanctuary 1785 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OregonApologia by Alexi Kaye Campbell to our stage in April of 2020, and directed by veteran theatre professional, Mary McDonald-Lewis. A witty, topical and passionate story about generations, secrets and the stories we tell about our lives. In the 1960s, Kristin was a radical activist and political protester. Now a celebrated art historian, the publication…
Next on stage: **CANCELED** A Musical Treat Directed by Adair Chappell
The Sanctuary 1785 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OregonAlways the “dessert” of the season. A delightful musical performed by Portland's finest musical stars!
2020 Award announcement, Click here!
WzmY1w5gsaA Video Will Be Available at 6 pm PDT July 1, 2020. The Portland Civic Theatre Guild began in 1958. We are a non-profit, volunteer organization that normally produces a full season of 8 play readings. We give back to the Portland theatre community in the form of Endowment Awards which we give out every…
