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Reimagining Downtown Performing Arts

Project
Community and Economic Development
The City and its partners are exploring the opportunities and challenges to the future of the Portland'5 Centers for the Arts, including Keller Auditorium, and other large-scale performing arts venues in Downtown. This work will ensure premier productions can continue long into Portland’s future.
The Keller Auditorium in downtown Portland is lit up at nighttime. View full size image

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Future of Large-Scale Performing Arts

Future of Portland’5

Contact

Chariti Montez

Director, Office of Arts & Culture
Chariti.L.Montez@portlandoregon.gov
503-865-6404

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Arts & Culture

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News

Deadline Extended: City launches request for information to explore new operating models for Portland’5

Individuals and groups within the performing arts venue landscape are invited to express their interest through the extended deadline of March 16, 2026.

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City releases market feasibility study examining the future of performing arts venues in Portland

The study provides recommendations about the most viable pathway for large-scale venue development to serve the region.

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City of Portland selects 11 members for the Future of Large-Scale Performing Arts Steering Committee

The group's work will culminate with recommending next steps for the project to the Deputy City Administrator for Community and Economic Development in June 2026.

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Recommendations from Performing Arts Venues Workgroup released

Arts & Culture Director Chariti Montez presented to the Portland City Council's Arts and Economy Committee on July 8, 2025.

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