News and notices

Recommendations will advance planning for a new Broadway-capable venue as part of the proposed Performing Arts + Culture Center at Portland State University and initiate planning for the future of the Keller Auditorium.

Recommendations mark a major milestone as City continues evaluating long-term strategy for Portland’s performing arts venues.

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

Metro has announced its intention to withdraw from Portland’5 Centers for the Arts management, which will return to the City of Portland as of July 1, 2027.

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.

The City of Portland is seeking representatives from the community to serve on a steering committee that will make recommendations about the Future of Large-Scale Performing Arts project's direction and next steps.

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

An update on recent news and developments from the Future of Large-Scale Performing Arts team.

Resolution includes strategy for two Broadway-capable venues and authorizes completion of a Market Feasibility Analysis.