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LISTEN: Bend Don’t Break with John Kish 🎧

John Kish, founder of, “Somewhere That’s Green” and “The Greenhouse Cabaret”
by The Source Staff

In this episode of Bend Don’t Break, John Kish, founder of “Somewhere That’s Green” and “The Greenhouse Cabaret,” discusses his journey from small-town Oregon to Bend, where he’s merged his passions for plants and theater into two unique businesses. John also shares insights on Bend’s growing theater scene and his role in fostering creativity and acceptance within the community.

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Catch a Sneak Peek

Cascades Theater offers a preview of its entire coming season
Elizabeth Warnimont

This weekend’s ‘Sneak Peek’ season preview at the Cascades Theater is geared up to be at least as much fun as any of the full season’s coming attractions. The “Bright Star” piece, for example, will feature choreographed scenes from the musical, conceived by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. The Source had the opportunity to watch […]

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Sneak Peek: Rehearsal for Shakespeare in the Park

A peek into the Aug. 18 & 19 production at Drake Park
Avatar photo Nicole Vulcan

Brace yourselves, because the onslaught of folks visiting for the Great American Eclipse is already headed our way. BUT! If you don’t want to A. leave Bend, B. rent out your house for a million bucks during eclipse week or C. have to brave anywhere that requires parking for the entire weekend before the eclipse, […]

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Fast Times at Redmond High

High-stakes theater project tests students’ nerves
Howard Leff

How long would it take you to write a seven-minute play? Remember, you can’t just throw down whatever ramblings wander into your head. This play needs a coherent beginning, middle and end, just like they taught you in English class. Seven minutes that make dramatic sense. You know the elements: Plot. Theme. Character. Imagine staring […]

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Picks 4/6-12

Gerry Lopez Big Wave Challenge, Moon Hooch, Bend Bike Swap + Adventure Gear Swap, Fade In & more
The Source Staff

Moon Hooch & The Lucy Ring Thursday 6 RAUNCHY SAX — Prepare for a horn explosion that is oh-so gratifying! Two dueling saxes add percussion beats that are guaranteed to impress. Quickly gaining notoriety, the ‘Hooch has opened for the likes of Beats Antique and They Might Be Giants. Playing like they’re performing to a […]

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Pulp Friction

Hollywood-tinged dark comedy makes world premiere
Howard Leff

Two sisters. One boyfriend. And a harrowing family dysfunction on full boil—one that’s growing ever hotter with each passing moment. Throw in a loaded .357 magnum and you have more than enough ingredients for a darkly comedic trip through Los Angeles’ already pressurized Hollywood Hills – where dreams go to die on all those narrow […]

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Baskets of Laughs

Comedian Louie Anderson is still a stand-up at heart
Isaac Kozell

In the world of comedy it takes a lot to stay relevant, especially if your career spans over three decades. But Louie Anderson has figured out a way to stay on the radar, transcending generations of fans with his work on the stage, screen, and in print. He’s a respected comedian, Emmy Award-winning actor, and […]

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GUNG HO FOR SHOWS

Survivorman Les Stroud, Son Volt & Ween
Avatar photo Magdalena Bokowa

Book these shows now so you don’t miss out. SURVIVORMAN LES STROUD April 8 MUSICAL STORYTELLING — What do you do when you’re sitting in sub zero temps, alone in the woods, escaping bears? Why, you learn harmonica of course! Known for his “Survivorman” documentary series, which was the only internationally broadcast series entirely written, […]

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Classical Boom

Black Violin may just turn the Tower on its ear
Avatar photo Richard Sitts

With a definite departure from only classical or bluegrass music, these guys are not your grandparents’ string players. Heck, they’re not even your parents’ string players. The duo Black Violin whips up a high-energy hybrid of classical, hip-hop, rock and other musical genres that reaches out and grabs the listener by the ears. Head-bobbing is […]

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GUNG HO FOR SHOWS:

Puccini’s La Boheme, Semi-Toned & Steve Miller Band
Avatar photo Magdalena Bokowa

Book these shows now so you don’t miss out. Puccini’s La Boheme March 10-11 Whether you’re a seasoned opera buff or not, La Boheme is one of the oldest and most quintessential works in the genre. And you’re in luck, because it comes to Redmond this March! Brought to you through a collaboration from OperaBend, […]

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