PORTLAND
Student workshop at Portland Center Stage at The Armory
Portland, known as the Rose City, lives up to its name thanks
to its iconic June festival and its popular public gardens—
more in a minute. But Oregon’s largest city also is home to a
blossoming theater scene that is led by Portland Center Stage
at The Armory.
Located in the heart of the fashionable Pearl District, The
Armory includes two theaters and was the first performing arts
venue in the U.S. to receive a LEED Platinum rating—signifying
its environmentally responsible design and functionality.
Portland Center Stage, which typically offers 10 to 12
productions each season, has been ranked among the top 20
regional theater companies in the country.
In addition to touring the facility and seeing a show when
they visit, students can get a firsthand perspective on the
world of theater through interactive programs. Workshops led
by actors provide a more immersive experience and backstage
interview sessions with performers are available following
most matinees.
According to Ashley Kingman, tourism manager for Travel
Portland, another good stop for visiting students is the
Portland Japanese Garden.
“With the addition of the Cultural Village last year, the
Portland Japanese Garden has gained more opportunity
to welcome students into the garden’s classrooms for
performances, demonstrations and lectures pertaining to
Japanese culture,” she says.
The expansion project added LEED-certified buildings
and seven garden spaces, which enhance the types of
programming that’s available in the new areas.
“From the Japanese Garden, groups can easily visit the
International Rose Test Gardens to view more than 10,000
rose bushes spanning over 650 varieties,” adds Kingman.
“Building an afternoon around these attractions is a great way
to showcase Portland’s natural beauty while still remaining in
the city.”
For more information, contact Kingman at ashley@
travelportland.com or go to travelportland.com.
TOP EDUCATIONAL ATTRACTIONS
Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, Oregon Jewish
Museum and Center for Holocaust Education
TOP RECREATIONAL ATTRACTIONS
Oaks Amusement Park, Portland Saturday Market
TOP LOCAL FESTIVALS
Portland Rose Festival (June),
Winter Light Festival (February)
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