Project Burlesque: the Burlesque Witch Project
Following a sold-out February run at Chapel Theater, Project Burlesque returns this Halloween with The Burlesque Witch Project—a spellbinding celebration of sensual dance, radical body liberation, and bewitching performance. Forged through a non-hierarchical collective, every core member brings their own magic, artistry, and voice to the stage. Together, we cast a show that celebrates sensuality as resistance, reclaims pleasure as power, and defies patriarchal, capitalist, and heteronormative control. This Halloween, answer the call and embrace the untamed. The Burlesque Witch Project awaits— the witching hour is upon us and the spell begins when you arrive! Tickets General admission Early Bird Tickets available through August 18th – $28General Admission – $33VIP – $45 21 & over only Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS
Tech Roast Portland: Comedians Roast Techies
Introducing Tech Roast Portland: Comedians Roast Techies A show that’s fun for the whole family—if your whole family are backend engineers! Celebrate these final days of human employment by sitting in a room with a thousand other techies, watching a boy band of ex-engineer clowns age out of show business before your very eyes. Brought to you by Jesse Warren (Chief Visionary Officer), Austin Nasso (Chief Visionary Officer), and Nikita Oster (Chief Visionary Officer), Tech Roast Pro Max is a revolutionary new way for us to collect your money and data. With a fresh and updated show format, this is our most meets-expectations product yet. Buy your ticket now before the morning layoffs arrive! 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.
The Bellini Family Circus
It’s THE BELLINI FAMILY CIRCUS, from the Oregon Country Fair! Staring Henrik Bothe Plate Spinner Extraordinaire, The Bellini Twins, Fountain of Youth, plus special guest Stefano Laboni aka “The Wacky Italian”. This show features the comedy of Henrik Bothe, previously featured on “The Night Show”, “The Gong Show”, “The Comedy Festival at Caesars Palace” and of course the Oregon Country Fair. It will be a mix of Henrik’s comedy solo show with plate spinning and straitjacket escape while on a unicycle, plus “The Bellini Twins” a siamese twin strip juggling magic act. Closing will be an OCF favorite with the Bellini Family plus friends performing “The Fountain of Youth”. Middling and MC’ing will be done by Italian funny man Stefano Laboni. Minors ok with parent/guardian Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS
The Ocean Hates You! with Forrest Shaw
Forrest Shaw, former marine biologist turned comedian, gives a voice to the ocean—and trust me, it has some things to say. The Ocean Hates You! dives straight into pollution, overfishing, climate change, plastic, and all the many ways humans have managed to trash the most important ecosystem on Earth. Through a mix of stand-up, honest perspective, and a healthy dose of dark humor, Forrest breaks down how we got here and why the ocean has every right to be annoyed. But it’s not all doom. There’s still extraordinary life hanging on beneath the waves, and there are real actions—at both personal and community levels—that can slow the damage and even start reversing parts of it. Participation starts right at the beginning of the show with trivia and other fun surprises woven into the night. Come laugh, learn, and walk out feeling a little more in awe of the ocean… and more aware that while it may not be our biggest fan, it’s still worth fighting for. Forrest Shaw spent over a decade as a marine and environmental biologist in Florida, working for Miami-Dade County, where he led the Manatee Protection Program and managed large water-quality and habitat-monitoring projects throughout the region. His fieldwork spanned seagrass communities, coral reef habitats, and sea turtle nesting, and he frequently collaborated with state and federal agencies on critical coastal ecosystem studies. As a comedian Forrest has been featured at Netflix Is A Joke Fest, Just For Laughs Montreal, and Moontower Comedy Festiva. He’s performed on Conan, Live At Gotham, and Jim Jefferies and Friends and his debut special, Poor Decisions can be seen on Amazon. Minors ok with parent/guardian Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS
Live Wire presents An Evening of Poetry and Songs – A Benefit for the Alano Club of Portland
Join poets and authors Hanif Abdurraqib and Kaveh Akbar, and musicians Kasey Anderson and a Special Guest for an evening of poetry, music and conversation to benefit the Alano Club of Portland. Hanif Abdurraqib is a poet, essayist, and cultural critic from Columbus, Ohio. His poetry has been published in Muzzle, Vinyl, PEN American, and various other journals. His essays and music criticism have been published in The FADER, Pitchfork, The New Yorker, and The New York Times. His first full length poetry collection, The Crown Ain’t Worth Much, was released in June 2016 from Button Poetry. In 2024, he released the bestselling non-fiction book There’s Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension with Random House, which was longlisted for the National Book Award. Hanif is a graduate of Beechcroft High School. Kaveh Akbar is the New York Times bestselling author of the novel Martyr!—a finalist for the National Book Award and one of the New York Times Ten Best Books of the Year—and two books of poetry: Pilgrim Bell and Calling a Wolf a Wolf. He is also the author of a chapbook, Portrait of the Alcoholic and editor of The Penguin Book of Spiritual Verse: 110 Poets on the Divine and, with Paige Lewis, co-editor of Another Last Call: Poems on Addiction and Deliverance. Kaveh is the recipient of fellowships from the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation, Poetry Foundation, Civitella Ranieri, and elsewhere, and has been awarded the American Academy of Arts and Letters Rosenthal Family Foundation Award, the Brooklyn Public Library Book Prize, the Levis Reading Prize, multiple Pushcart Prizes, and named one of the TIME 100 Next. His work has been translated into over thirty languages. Hanif is a MacArthur Genius Award winner, both are New York Times Bestselling Authors, both have been nominated for National Book Awards, Kaveh was on Time Magazine’s 100 Next list in 2024 Kasey Anderson is a gradually-retiring songwriter whose songs you have absolutely heard, likely performed by artists other than Kasey Anderson. All AgesReview our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS
BOYeurism with special guest Lovey Goldmine
IZOHNNY PRESENTS: BOYeurism!!! Saturday, August 22nd we welcome the incomparable Lovey Goldmine! A true legend of the stage, Lovey Goldmine has been captivating audiences since the 1970s. From Paris’ legendary Crazy Horse Saloon to national television, film, and decades of unforgettable live performance, her career has spanned generations. Even Sammy Davis Jr. was said to be in awe of this dazzling entertainer. Prepare for an unforgettable night as BOYeurism returns to the Alberta Rose Theatre on Saturday, August 22nd. Produced and curated by Portland’s iconic powerhouse duo IZOHNNY, BOYeurism is a visual feast celebrating drag, dance, circus, music, comedy, and extraordinary live performance. BOYeurism has become one of Portland’s most beloved variety shows, bringing together legendary icons alongside today’s brightest performers for an evening filled with glamour, artistry, laughter, and surprise. Join us for a night of unforgettable entertainment and help welcome Lovey Goldmine to the BOYeurism stage. This is one show you won’t want to miss. Ages 18 & OverPeople ages 18 – 20 years old must be accompanied by a guardian 21+ Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.
Night Flight’s 2026 FRIGHT NIGHT – A Halloween Circus
Night Flight’s “Fright Night – A Halloween Circus” is back for its 14th year! This October, Night Flight’s Fright Night returns with a queer-gothic-circus spoof of the Phantom of the Opera! Join us for a night of high-flying camp, outrageous scandal, and breathtaking aerial acrobatics. Forget everything you thought you knew about the brooding genius in the mask. Our Phantom isn’t just hiding in the shadows—he’s swinging from the rafters, signing dramatically from the balcony, and desperately trying to seduce the lead baritone while sabotaging every heteronormative trope in sight. Featuring an extraordinary cast of world-class circus artists, this show serves up a wicked cocktail of high-flying danger, sultry gothic horror, and laugh-out-loud melodrama. Expect spine-chilling ghostly acrobats on the trapeze, scandalous duets on aerial chains, and contortionists so flexible they make the Phantom’s mood swings look rigid. Will the Phantom win the heart of his muse? Will the diva get her wig on in time? Will the chandelier flatten the front row? Grab your tightest corset, slip into your most dramatic cape, and join us for the ultimate Halloween night out. Whether you’re a lifelong theater geek, a circus fanatic, or just a creature of the night looking for a wildly funny, jaw-dropping show, This year’s Fright Night promises a hauntingly glamorous evening you’ll never forget! Featuring Jack StockLynn of Sir Cupcake’s Queer Circus, Night Flight’s 2026 Fright Night is a Halloween tradition not to be missed! Tickets vanish faster than the Phantom in a puff of stage fog—secure yours before the theater burns down! Fright Night is rated PG-13 for scares and sexiness. 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.
Jenny Tian
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. Minors ok with parent/guardian Review our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS.
CINEMALESQUE: A Burlesque Tribute to Film
All right, Mr. DeMille. WE’RE ready for our closeup! Experience the magic of “naughty” Hollywood when Lacy Productions and The Alberta Rose Theater present the World Premiere of… CINEMALESQUE: A Burlesque Tribute to Film Join us as we escape daily life to wander through the backlots of Movieland and share sassy, swanky, and sizzling legendary Classic & Contemporary Hollywood film tributes through burlesque, boylesque, draglesque, and aerial… presented in CINEMALESQUE! Purchase your tickets today! Lacy Productions have a tradition of SELLING OUT early! Fasten your seatbelts darlings. It’s going to be a bump-n-grind night at CINEMALESQUE! ———— Lacy Productions creates unique, engaging, intentional, and passionate shows that raise up and celebrate everyone! We are queer positive, feminist, diverse, and inclusive to all! We entertain as well as enlighten, invigorate as well as inspire, and take you away into a fabulous fantasy. Help us continue our mission to entertain and bring joy to the Pacific Northwest and beyond as we have for over 10 years! Willamette Week’s BEST OF PORTLAND- 1st RUNNER UP in Best Theater Company (2024)- TOP FIVE Best Theater Company (2025) – TOP THREE Best Date Night (2025) – TOP FIVE Best Date Night (2024) BroadwayWorld Portland- BEST DANCE PRODUCTION (2024 & 2025) Ages 18 & over only Due to OLCC regulations, those people 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.
Henry Diltz – Behind The Lens
Henry Diltz, a renowned music photographer, has shot over 250 album covers in the ’60s and ’70s, including The Doors’ iconic Morrison Hotel album cover. His fly-on-the-wall style portraits feature legendary artists like the Eagles, Neil Young, Crosby Stills & Nash, Joni Mitchell, and Jimi Hendrix. He was the official photographer at Woodstock in 1969, and his work has appeared in esteemed publications such as The New York Times, Rolling Stone and Life Magazine. Known for his intuitive composition and use of natural light, Diltz continues his career documenting the music scene around Southern California and across the globe. He is one of a select few who has been awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from The Grammys, The Lucie, and the International Photography Hall of Fame. His impact on rock culture is immeasurable, capturing authentic moments that define an era. “I am amazed at the accumulation of images that has resulted, simply by doing what I love to do, day after day after day,” he says. “It’s a result of being with countless people over the years, waiting at the sidelines for the moment to happen. Photography has been my passport, and I have arrived in the present, where I have always been, camera in hand. There! That says it best for me!” Minors ok with parent/guardianReview our venue FAQ here ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS