Richard Choate’s vision was mostly achieved, he says, once a cadre of fine players was cast for “She Loves Me,” a romantic, musical comedy opening this weekend at the Cascades Theater. When a director finds a winning cast, Choate says, only a small part of the challenge remains. “If you’ve cast a play correctly, you […]
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‘Columnist’ explores Vietnam writer’s zeal
Auburn's play examines the life and writings of political
commentator Joseph Alsop
There are always two sides to a story. Then again, there can be countless “sides,” or perspectives, as revealed in David Auburn’s fictional biopic of Vietnam-era journalist, Joseph Alsop. “The Columnist” opens at the Cascades Theater this weekend. “It’s about the life of Joe Alsop,” Director Juliah Rae says when asked whether the play is […]
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A ‘Miracle’ remake
“Miracle on 34th Street” recreates the look, feel and sound of a live radio play
“Miracle on 34th Street – A Live Radio Play” is a winner from the start. The story of a young girl and her mother who learn to believe in Santa Claus—and true love—opens at the Cascades Theatre Friday, winning out over a handful of options the Cascades creative team considered for its holiday production this […]
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Purpose Fulfilled
Trumpet player Charlie Porter releases his self-titled debut album
Charlie Porter has had a busy career, with no signs of slowing down. Passionate and talented, the Portland-based trumpet player found his groove on the New York jazz scene while studying classical trumpet at The Juilliard School. Over the course of his career, Porter has spent time playing in jazz and classical musical projects, incorporating […]
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‘Curious’ is brilliant coming-of-age theater
A play with a main character on the autism spectrum prompts Cascades Theatre
to host a “sensory friendly” version of the show
“The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” is a personal, scientific and visual masterpiece of dramatic theater. The play, opening Friday at the Cascades Theatre, intrigues with choreography and visual effects, while also enlightening with its words. “Curious” is the coming-of-age story of 12-year-old amateur detective Christopher Boone. While his condition is not […]
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Brilliant Osage
“August, Osage County,” well received on stage and screen, opens Friday
The Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, “August, Osage County,” opens at the Cascades Theatre Friday. The 2008 play, upon which the 2013 film starring Meryl Streep was based, delves into the personal lives of the Weston clan as they come together at their Oklahoma homestead after the mysterious disappearance of an elder family member. We sat down […]