Event Archive

Stories from mingled generations of treasured relationships, and life changing moments.

A mysterious bundle of old letters becomes the bridge between a troubled teen and a lonely elderly woman that provides a balm to heal tragic past wounds.

In this Silent Film, a genius boy’s broken home leads him to search for a mother’s affection.

"This is Troye. He represents gay culture because all he can see is the fire that people threaten him with. "

Young men awaiting trial at Donald E. Long Detention Center tell you where they come from.

Teens from Boys & Girls Aid give voice to their truths taking the stage with original biographical writing, and dare to peel away society's labels.

What inspires a Fashion Designer, a Dancer, a Mean Girl Avenger, a Writer and a Graphic Novelist?

A reading of plays written by youth in Oregon Youth Authority custody.

Girl Be Heard Theatre from NYC, partners with Rogue Pack girls ages 10-17 to perform an original piece about the foster care system.

Stories from middle school students at Jason Lee K-8 and girls 12-17 in DHS/foster care at Boys & Girls Aid bring you closer to the issues effecting youth.

A site-specific theatre piece at the Haunted Sellwood Playhouse! Spooky Stories Featuring girls 10-17 in the foster care system from Boys & Girls Aid.

Written and performed by youth from p:ear--street kids, youth on the edge, transitional youth-- will give Portland audiences a glimpse into their world as they reveal the issues closest to their hearts through poetry, song, comedy and mushroom omelets.

Girl Be Heard in Portland will bring to light a groundbreaking call to action, raising awareness around issues such as bullying, homelessness, mental health, body image, self-esteem, race and identity. Audiences experience a perspective of what it means to be a girl in today's society.

Cheer for Lesbionic Tendencies (aka Lezzy T.) who fights for equality among the LBGQT community, Ashley Rock who's archenemies are infidels and Cheetah Girl who fights to preserve that most precious of all entities, love.

It’s slam poetry night and teen girls transitioning out of detention spin their stories into gold through prose, poetry, fairytales, music and dance.

Brave stories and performances by these survivors.

A group of savvy middle school students reveal their inner lives on their own terms - through parody and satire.

Featuring writers from Street Roots.