It’s Not Me, It’s You – Stories from the Dark Side of Dating
Help keep up the fight for reproductive freedom on Wednesday, February 8th with the awaited return of our favorite annual valentine’s benefit, “It’s Not Me, It’s You,” a hilarious evening of stories poking fun at mortifying memories of lost love!We’ve all had dates that go terribly, hilariously awry. Every year since 2010, PPAO has invited Oregon’s sharpest storytellers to pour their hearts out for a good cause. We’re thrilled that our 2023 show is back at the Alberta Rose Theater, or streamed live to you, so you can join the fun no matter where you live! After hearing these personal stories, you’ll leave either feeling grateful for your current relationship — or with the realization that being single isn’t so bad after all! Stay tuned for the announcement of our talented 2023 lineup at our website, PPAOregon.org, or on Instagram @PPAOregon.Tickets: $25 Advance$30 At the Door$18 Live Stream Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
The Nitemare B4 Xmas Sunday Matinée
“ALL TOGETHER, THAT AND THIS, WITH ALL OUR TRICKS, WE’RE MAKING CHRISTMAS TIME!”We’re back with The Saloon Ensemble’s epic production of “The Nitemare B4 Xmas!!!!” Portland’s legendary performance troupe The Saloon Ensemble will once again bring to the stage a live performance of the brilliant Danny Elfman score complete with interactive SING-A-LONGS, a COSTUME CONTEST, everyone’s favorite SCREAMING CONTEST and many other ‘horrible’ surprises!Celebrate the Halloween season with our annual production that’s been packing houses and delivering joyous fun for all spirits, young and old.”Saloon’s Nitemare is many kinds of show–a kid’s show, a variety show, a retelling of a seasonal myth, a big-band dance show, an enthusiastic singspiel–and there’s something timeless about that sort of despecialization; the production’s smattering of amateurish elements only added to that feeling. But that’s not to say that any of it was poorly performed–the show was grand, simply grand, and the band kicked ass…I hope this show runs for a century.” -Matthew Neil Andrews, Oregon Arts Watch (Read the whole review HERE)Tickets:$25 Advance$35 At the Door$15 Children 12 & UnderADDITIONAL SHOWINGS:Thursday, October 27th – 8 pmFriday, October 28th – 8 pmSaturday, October 29th – 3 pm MatinéeReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
The Nitemare B4 Xmas + special guest Lucky Beaucoup
“ALL TOGETHER, THAT AND THIS, WITH ALL OUR TRICKS, WE’RE MAKING CHRISTMAS TIME!”We’re back with The Saloon Ensemble’s epic production of “The Nitemare B4 Xmas!!!!” Portland’s legendary performance troupe The Saloon Ensemble will once again bring to the stage a live performance of the brilliant score complete with interactive SING-A-LONGS, a COSTUME CONTEST, everyone’s favorite SCREAMING CONTEST and many other ‘horrible’ surprises!Celebrate the Halloween season with our annual production that’s been packing houses and delivering joyous fun for all spirits, young and old.This year we’re doing 3 shows. Friday night we’re happy to have Lucky Beaucoup play a funky opening set and after, we’re hosting a “Party with the Cast and Crew” afterparty! Saturday and Sunday are matinees!”Saloon’s Nitemare is many kinds of show–a kid’s show, a variety show, a retelling of a seasonal myth, a big-band dance show, an enthusiastic singspiel–and there’s something timeless about that sort of despecialization; the production’s smattering of amateurish elements only added to that feeling. But that’s not to say that any of it was poorly performed–the show was grand, simply grand, and the band kicked ass…I hope this show runs for a century.” -Matthew Neil Andrews, Oregon Arts Watch (Read the whole review HERE)Tickets:$35 Advance$45 At the Door$20 Children 12 & UnderADDITIONAL SHOWINGS:Saturday, October 28th – 3 pm MatinéeSunday, October 29th – 3 pm MatinéeReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
The Nitemare B4 Xmas Saturday Matinée
“ALL TOGETHER, THAT AND THIS, WITH ALL OUR TRICKS, WE’RE MAKING CHRISTMAS TIME!”We’re back with The Saloon Ensemble’s epic production of “The Nitemare B4 Xmas!!!!” Portland’s legendary performance troupe The Saloon Ensemble will once again bring to the stage a live performance of the brilliant score complete with interactive SING-A-LONGS, a COSTUME CONTEST, everyone’s favorite SCREAMING CONTEST and many other ‘horrible’ surprises!Celebrate the Halloween season with our annual production that’s been packing houses and delivering joyous fun for all spirits, young and old.This year we’re doing 3 shows. Friday night we’re happy to have Lucky Beaucoup play a funky opening set and after, we’re hosting a “Party with the Cast and Crew” afterparty! Saturday and Sunday are matinees!”Saloon’s Nitemare is many kinds of show–a kid’s show, a variety show, a retelling of a seasonal myth, a big-band dance show, an enthusiastic singspiel–and there’s something timeless about that sort of despecialization; the production’s smattering of amateurish elements only added to that feeling. But that’s not to say that any of it was poorly performed–the show was grand, simply grand, and the band kicked ass…I hope this show runs for a century.” -Matthew Neil Andrews, Oregon Arts Watch (Read the whole review HERE)Tickets:$30 Advance$40 At the Door$20 Children 12 & UnderADDITIONAL SHOWINGS:Friday, October 27th – 8 pmSunday, October 29th – 3 pm MatinéeReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
The Nitemare B4 Xmas Sunday Matinée
“ALL TOGETHER, THAT AND THIS, WITH ALL OUR TRICKS, WE’RE MAKING CHRISTMAS TIME!”We’re back with The Saloon Ensemble’s epic production of “The Nitemare B4 Xmas!!!!” Portland’s legendary performance troupe The Saloon Ensemble will once again bring to the stage a live performance of the brilliant score complete with interactive SING-A-LONGS, a COSTUME CONTEST, everyone’s favorite SCREAMING CONTEST and many other ‘horrible’ surprises!Celebrate the Halloween season with our annual production that’s been packing houses and delivering joyous fun for all spirits, young and old.This year we’re doing 3 shows. Friday night we’re happy to have Lucky Beaucoup play a funky opening set and after, we’re hosting a “Party with the Cast and Crew” afterparty! Saturday and Sunday are matinees!”Saloon’s Nitemare is many kinds of show–a kid’s show, a variety show, a retelling of a seasonal myth, a big-band dance show, an enthusiastic singspiel–and there’s something timeless about that sort of despecialization; the production’s smattering of amateurish elements only added to that feeling. But that’s not to say that any of it was poorly performed–the show was grand, simply grand, and the band kicked ass…I hope this show runs for a century.” -Matthew Neil Andrews, Oregon Arts Watch (Read the whole review HERE)Tickets:$30 Advance$40 At the Door$20 Children 12 & UnderADDITIONAL SHOWINGS:Friday, October 27th – 8 pmSaturday, October 28th – 3 pm MatinéeReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
The Nitemare B4 Xmas + special guests Michelle Alany & The Mystics
“ALL TOGETHER, THAT AND THIS, WITH ALL OUR TRICKS, WE’RE MAKING CHRISTMAS TIME!”We’re back with The Saloon Ensemble’s epic production of “The Nitemare B4 Xmas!!!!” Portland’s legendary performance troupe The Saloon Ensemble will once again bring to the stage a live performance of the brilliant Danny Elfman score complete with interactive SING-A-LONGS, a COSTUME CONTEST, everyone’s favorite SCREAMING CONTEST and many other ‘horrible’ surprises!Celebrate the Halloween season with our annual production that’s been packing houses and delivering joyous fun for all spirits, young and old.”Saloon’s Nitemare is many kinds of show–a kid’s show, a variety show, a retelling of a seasonal myth, a big-band dance show, an enthusiastic singspiel–and there’s something timeless about that sort of despecialization; the production’s smattering of amateurish elements only added to that feeling. But that’s not to say that any of it was poorly performed–the show was grand, simply grand, and the band kicked ass…I hope this show runs for a century.” -Matthew Neil Andrews, Oregon Arts Watch (Read the whole review HERE)Portland’s own Michelle Alany & The Mystics opens the show with a set of genre-crossing Eastern European/Klezmer music.Tickets:$30 Advance$40 At the Door$15 Children 12 & UnderADDITIONAL SHOWINGS:Friday, October 28th – 8 pmSaturday, October 29th – 3 pm MatinéeSunday, October 30th – 3 pm MatinéeReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
The Nitemare B4 Xmas + special guests The Good Long Whiles
“ALL TOGETHER, THAT AND THIS, WITH ALL OUR TRICKS, WE’RE MAKING CHRISTMAS TIME!”We’re back with The Saloon Ensemble’s epic production of “The Nitemare B4 Xmas!!!!” Portland’s legendary performance troupe The Saloon Ensemble will once again bring to the stage a live performance of the brilliant Danny Elfman score complete with interactive SING-A-LONGS, a COSTUME CONTEST, everyone’s favorite SCREAMING CONTEST and many other ‘horrible’ surprises!Celebrate the Halloween season with our annual production that’s been packing houses and delivering joyous fun for all spirits, young and old.”Saloon’s Nitemare is many kinds of show–a kid’s show, a variety show, a retelling of a seasonal myth, a big-band dance show, an enthusiastic singspiel–and there’s something timeless about that sort of despecialization; the production’s smattering of amateurish elements only added to that feeling. But that’s not to say that any of it was poorly performed–the show was grand, simply grand, and the band kicked ass…I hope this show runs for a century.” -Matthew Neil Andrews, Oregon Arts Watch (Read the whole review HERE)Amanda Richards and her group The Good Long Whiles opens the show with some fine country-tinged music and maybe a zombie song or two.Tickets:$30 Advance$40 At the Door$15 Children 12 & UnderADDITIONAL SHOWINGS:Thursday, October 27th – 8 pmSaturday, October 29th – 3 pm MatinéeSunday, October 30th – 3 pm MatinéeReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
The Nitemare B4 Xmas Saturday Matinée
“ALL TOGETHER, THAT AND THIS, WITH ALL OUR TRICKS, WE’RE MAKING CHRISTMAS TIME!”We’re back with The Saloon Ensemble’s epic production of “The Nitemare B4 Xmas!!!!” Portland’s legendary performance troupe The Saloon Ensemble will once again bring to the stage a live performance of the brilliant Danny Elfman score complete with interactive SING-A-LONGS, a COSTUME CONTEST, everyone’s favorite SCREAMING CONTEST and many other ‘horrible’ surprises!Celebrate the Halloween season with our annual production that’s been packing houses and delivering joyous fun for all spirits, young and old.”Saloon’s Nitemare is many kinds of show–a kid’s show, a variety show, a retelling of a seasonal myth, a big-band dance show, an enthusiastic singspiel–and there’s something timeless about that sort of despecialization; the production’s smattering of amateurish elements only added to that feeling. But that’s not to say that any of it was poorly performed–the show was grand, simply grand, and the band kicked ass…I hope this show runs for a century.” -Matthew Neil Andrews, Oregon Arts Watch (Read the whole review HERE)Tickets:$25 Advance$35 At the Door$15 Children 12 & UnderADDITIONAL SHOWINGS:Thursday, October 27th – 8 pmFriday, October 28th – 8 pmSunday, October 30th – 3 pm MatinéeReview our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Mortified – 9 PM Show
A cast of Portlanders are ready to share their shame on stage. Don’t miss the nation-wide sensation right here in your own home town! TICKETS:General Admission $20At the Door $24Preferred Seating $28 (seating in the first 7 rows of the center section) Ages 18+ only Per OLCC rules, ages 18 – 20 must be accompanied by a parent or guardianCLICK HERE for the latest information on our health and safety policies.
Mortified – 6 PM Show
A cast of Portlanders are ready to share their shame on stage. Don’t miss the nation-wide sensation right here in your own home town! TICKETS:General Admission $20At the Door $24Preferred Seating $28 (seating in the first 7 rows of the center section) Ages 18+ only Per OLCC rules, ages 18 – 20 must be accompanied by a parent or guardianCLICK HERE for the latest information on our health and safety policies.
