BOOKLOVER’S BURLESQUE: Cozy Classics

“We would be together and have our books, and at night be warm in bed together with the windows open and the stars bright.” -Ernest Hemingway It’s time to get warm and cozy with us as Lacy Productions & The Alberta Rose Theatre present BOOKLOVER’S BURLESQUE: Cozy Classics Booklover’s Burlesque is the world’s sexiest literary salon which matches titillating, inspiring, and empowering book readings with burlesque, boylesque, and draglesque performances all in one show! Professional readers, actors, and/or local authors & writers read aloud a piece of poetry, fiction (from any genre), memoir, non-fiction, etc, which is then followed by a burlesque performance inspired by the piece. Join us as we bring the sensual heat of words and wantonness rivaling the warmth of a fireplace to you that only BOOKLOVER’S BURLESQUE can provide! Warm yourself with our fire this winter’s eve! Come curious. Leave transformed. Tickets:$20 GA Advance$25 GA At the Door$30 VIP with Preferred Seating $30 (first 5 rows of the center section – available in advance only) 21 & over only COVID SAFETY POLICY All ticket holders are required to show proof of full COVID vaccination. This means that ticket holders have received their final vaccination dose of either the two-dose regimen of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines or one dose of Johnson & Johnson at least 14 days prior to event date. A negative covid test will not be accepted for entry. Please get boosted if eligible. Also, in accordance with state and local guidelines, face masks are required for entry. Masks must completely cover nose and mouth. Gaiters and bandanas are not acceptable. Please wear a high-filtration efficiency mask with a tight fit to the face, such as a KN95 or N95.Masks must be worn at all times except while actively eating or drinking. Prolonged periods of mask removal are not permitted for eating or drinking—masks must be worn between bites and sips._________________Please do not attend the show if you are feeling sick in any way. We will exchange or reschedule your ticket.The mandate stipulates that performers in live theater events are not required to be masked. In most cases, our performers will not be masked. Depending on the audience size, distancing may not be possible.This information is provided so each patron can make a well-informed decision based on their own personal comfort level. These guidelines may change prior to performance.This policy is subject to change and updates will be posted on our website. Please check our website regularly for the latest information.__________________Thank you, thank you, thank you for your understanding!
Magical String Celtic Yuletide

Celtic Yuletide is coming back to the live stage, bringing generations together for a joyful celebration as the Boulding family and special guests weave their magic with lively and soulful music, storytelling and stellar Irish step-dancing. Philip and Pam’s Celtic harps, dulcimers, concertina, accordion and more are accompanied by their grown children on violin, cello, whistles, harmonium and harp. Grandson Haydn brings down the house with his dancing, percussion and sidekick act to his father’s juggling. We’re pleased that fiddler and piper Vienna Scheyer- will join the band for the first time, along with our favorite Dublin guitarist/singer Colm McCarthaigh. Dynamic percussionist Matt Jerrell and the award-winning Tara Academy of Irish Dance return again this year adding their brilliance in rhythm and dance. Become part of the Yuletide family for this 43rd annual gala to experience joy and warmth in the dark of winter. Feel the magic and kindle the light of Yuletide! $27 GA Advance$32 GA At the Door$40 Preferred Seating (first 5 rows of the center section – available in advance only)$12 Children Ages 5-12 (with proof of vaccination)Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. 4 years old and under will not be permitted. 5 and older must have proof of vaccination and a matching ID for entry. All patrons must be old enough to have been vaccinated against covid-19. If you purchase children’s tickets and kids cannot get a full vaccination by the day of the event then we will refund your order as needed. For the health and safety of everyone, at this time, entry to the Alberta Rose Theatre requires proof of a full course of COVID vaccination. Masks are required in all indoor public spaces per the current State of Oregon mandate. Depending on the audience size, distancing may not be possible. Please do not attend the show if you are feeling sick in any way. We will exchange or reschedule your ticket. The mandate stipulates that performers in live theater events are not required to be masked. Our performers will not be masked during this performance. This information is provided so each patron can make a well-informed decision based on their own personal comfort level. These guidelines may change prior to performance.
Grammy Foxx’s Olde Timey Bump N’ Grindy Holiday Special

To buy tickets to the Livestream go to:https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/4204214/grammy-foxxs-olde-timey-bump-ngrindy-holiday-special-portland-alberta-rose-theatreJoin Cassandra Lewis and an incredible cast of musicians, dancers, and artists as we bring you a wondrous variety show with a seasonal spin! Featuring The Fantastic:Christopher Worth!Lo Steele!David Jacobs-Strain!Glitterfox!Patricia Charms!Calvin Arsenia!Rebecca Marie Miller!And, of course, yours truly…Grammy Foxx! (Cassandra Lewis)The Bump N’ Grindy is historically an improvised talent show that features randomly selected audience members with Grammy shape-shifting into different characters in between numbers. This special edition loosens up the buttons on the classic holiday tv special with a contemporary play on nostalgia and kicking the seasonal blues. The result is a raucous, heartfelt, and glittering stage show that offers an insight into humanity at its most vulnerable.And that’s not all! We are so pleased to partner with Black Santa Trees for this B’N’G by hosting a toy drive for Portland POC families in need. Black Santa Trees is dedicated to providing quality holiday trees and presents for families during the holiday season. In addition to toys, BST gathers essentials like bedding, socks, clothes and coats! So bring something or some things for the haul; we want to see a mountain of gifts! New and unused items only, please. More info at http://www.blacksantatrees.com.There will also be a mystery merch table and a pop-up vintage boutique. Come ready to grab some last-minute gifts while supporting all our featured artists!We’ve all had a tough couple of years, so let’s respect the venue, performers, and audience by bringing our classiest masks and proof of vax. We all wish for this dark fog to lift, so let’s cut loose and open our hearts to an evening of laughter and music!See you there!Xoxo $25 General Admission$35 Preferred Seating (seating in the first 5 rows of the center section)$15 Live Stream For the health and safety of everyone, at this time, entry to the Alberta Rose Theatre requires proof of a full course of COVID vaccination. Masks are required in all indoor public spaces per the current State of Oregon mandate. Depending on the audience size, distancing may not be possible. Please do not attend the show if you are feeling sick in any way. We will exchange or reschedule your ticket. The mandate stipulates that performers in live theater events are not required to be masked. Our performers will not be masked during this performance. This information is provided so each patron can make a well-informed decision based on their own personal comfort level. These guidelines may change prior to performance.
3 LEG TORSO PRESENTS The Elves of Frostländ – Liberté Par La Musique

3 LEG TORSO PRESENTS The Elves of Frostländ – Liberté Par La Musique. with Special Guests: For more info. click the names of the artists below Pepe Raphael Eric Stern Jet Black Pearl The Amazing Bubble Man Varelse Chervona Bambino In an exciting and dramatic follow up to 3 Leg Torso’s holiday movie of 2020 , The Elves of Northern Frostländ, this year we are back, live on stage and joined by an all-star cadre of special guests and dear friends. In this continuation of the story, we find the Elves (3 Leg Torso) have been unexpectedly stranded for another year in the Northern Territory of Frostländ, and once again they are sinking into the depths of despair. A steady stream of surprise international visitors bearing gifts from afar melts all their despair away, setting the world right once again. Come join us for a trip around the world without ever leaving your theater seat! Ticket prices Angel of the Arts $45 Angels of the Arts unconditionally support the arts and artists. Thanks for making the community a better place. Preferred Seating in the first 7 rows of the center section General Admission $32 Pandemic Affected $20 If your life has been severely impacted by the pandemic, we know how you feel. You deserve a break. Alberta Rose Theatre requires proof of a full course of COVID vaccination. Masks are required in all indoor public spaces per the current State of Oregon mandate. Depending on the audience size, distancing may not be possible. Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. 4 years old & under will not be permitted. 5 and older must have proof of vaccination and adults must have matching photo ID for entry. Please do not attend the show if you are feeling sick in any way. We will exchange or reschedule your ticket. The mandate stipulates that performers in live theater events are not required to be masked. Our performers will not be masked during this performance. This information is provided so each patron can make a well-informed decision based on their own personal comfort level. These guidelines may change prior to performance.
STREAMING ON DEMAND: 3 LEG TORSO PRESENTS The Elves of Frostländ – Liberté Par La Musique

3 LEG TORSO PRESENTS The Elves of Frostländ – Liberté Par La Musique. Streaming on Demand. with Special Guests: Pepe Raphael Eric Stern Jet Black Pearl The Amazing Bubble Man Varelse Chervona Bambino In an exciting and dramatic follow up to 3 Leg Torso’s holiday movie of 2020 , The Elves of Northern Frostländ, this year we are back, live on stage and joined by an all-star cadre of special guests and dear friends. In this continuation of the story, we find the Elves (3 Leg Torso) have been unexpectedly stranded for another year in the Northern Territory of Frostländ, and once again they are sinking into the depths of despair. A steady stream of surprise international visitors bearing gifts from afar melts their despair away, setting the world right once again. Come join us for a trip around the world without ever leaving your home. Live Stream $15Stream from your device
Chamber Music Northwest presents New@Night: Andy Akiho “Seven Pillars” with Sandbox Percussion

Critically-acclaimed Portland-based composer Andy Akiho and internationally renowned Sandbox Percussion join forces for this truly mesmerizing fusion of sound, light, and movement — the largest-scale chamber music work that Akiho has composed. A “lush, brooding celebration of noise” (The New York Times), Seven Pillars was nominated for two Grammy Awards and for the Pulitzer Prize in 2022. The audience will be among the first to hear, see and feel it performed live!$30 General Admission$20 GA Under 30$10 GA Under 18Click HERE for tickets.Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review our Health & Safety Policies HERE
Oregon Symphony presents Open Music with Nathalie Joachim

Hosted by Gabriel Kahane Hear composer, musician, and Oregon Symphony Creative Alliance member Nathalie Joachim and Oregon Symphony musicians perform an intimate program at the Alberta Rose Theatre. The Grammy Award-nominated artist will perform wide-ranging selections from Barber and George Crumb to Erykah Badu and works composed by Nathalie Joachim herself. Hosted by Creative Chair Gabriel Kahane, this concert offers a fascinating peek into the creative process. Artists Gabriel Kahane, HostNathalie Joachim, Composer $20 General AdmissionClick HERE for tickets.Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Oregon Symphony requests that all patrons wear a face covering while inside the Alberta Rose Theatre. Children under 5 years of age are not required to wear a mask. More info at orsymphony.org/safety. Review Alberta Rose Theatre Health & Safety Policies HERE
Oregon Symphony presents Open Music with Vijay Iyer

Hosted by Nathalie Joachim Composer Vijay Iyer has been described by The New York Times as a “social conscience, multimedia collaborator, system builder, rhapsodist, historical thinker, and multicultural gateway.” Hear influential, shape-shifting, and Macarthur Fellowship winning composer Vijay Iyer explore his creative process with host Nathalie Joachim, Oregon Symphony musicians, and more. Artists:Nathalie Joachim, HostVijay Iyer, ComposerMusicians of the Oregon Symphony Tickets:$20 General Admission$10 StudentsClick HERE for tickets.Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review Alberta Rose Theatre Health & Safety Policies HERE
Oregon Symphony presents Open Music with Gabriela Montero

Open Music with Gabriela Montero Hosted by Nathalie Joachim Venezuelan pianist, composer, and activist Gabriela Montero joins co-host Nathalie Joachim in this thought-provoking concert and conversation. Montero’s visionary interpretations and unique compositional gifts have garnered her critical acclaim and a devoted following on the world stage. Montero and Joachim are joined on the stage by musicians of the Oregon Symphony. ArtistsNathalie Joachim, HostGabriela Montero, ComposerMusicians of the Oregon Symphony Tickets:$20 General Admission$10 StudentsClick HERE for tickets.Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review Alberta Rose Theatre Health & Safety Policies HERE
Oregon Symphony presents Open Music with Andy Akiho

Open Music with Andy Akiho Hosted by Nathalie Joachim Nathalie Joachim’s final guest for the Open Music series is her old friend and Oregon Symphony’s Composer-in-Residence and Creative Alliance member Andy Akiho. Based in Portland, Grammy-nominated and “trailblazing” (Los Angeles Times) composer Andy Akiho engages in an intimate conversation and concert showcasing his unique creative process and is joined on stage by musicians of the Oregon Symphony. Artists:Nathalie Joachim, HostAndy Akiho, ComposerMusicians of the Oregon Symphony Tickets:$20 General Admission$10 StudentsClick HERE for tickets.Minors ok when accompanied by a parent or guardian. Review Alberta Rose Theatre Health & Safety Policies HERE