Psychotherapeutic Playback
Playback Theater is performance created from true stories shared by audience members.
The stories are played back through music, metaphor, movement and improvisation and can be an effective catalyst for social and personal change.
12/12/2025
Hello! Quick note to say that we have a really special benefit show coming up this Nov 15th!! 7 pm at Social Good Place in SE Portland- come early for an informational/ volunteer fair with some local hands on groups - if you have been wondering about how to help or how to get involved- this is a way- Save the date and stay alert for more updates!!
05/06/2025
Addressing Climate Change with Playback! Are you experiencing climate anxiety and looking to cultivate skills for adapting to and thriving in a changing environment? Join us for Playback Theater at the Cascadia Day Portland Resilience Movement micro-gathering. This gathering provides a welcoming space to share your stories, experiences, hopes, fears, and dreams connected to climate change. Whether you decide to speak out or prefer to listen, experiencing these narratives unfold fosters a deep sense of community.
Show is on May 18 at 3-4pm, Alberta Park, Portland, OR.
For more info and to register go to https://lu.ma/zyjafx7f
05/05/2025
Come and be part of Playback Theater as we explore the narratives of neurodivergence. Whether you decide to share your own story or prefer to listen to others, this is a fantastic chance to cultivate understanding and compassion for the various ways we process our experiences in the world. Different types of neurodivergence are welcome.
Show date: Saturday, May 24
Time: 7:30 - 9:00pm, doors open at 7:00
Location: Resound NW, 1532 SW Jefferson Street, Portland, OR 97201
Tickets: $20 advance | $25 at door | $10 students (advance or at door). Purchase tickets at playbacktheaterpdx.com.
No one turned away for lack of funds. To access the sliding scale option, please contact us at [email protected].
04/14/2025
Join us for Playback Theater! This month, we invite you to explore the wilderness within and discover the resilience that guides you through your terrain. Our performers will reflect your stories through theater, movement, and music. Whether sharing your own story or witnessing others, it's a great opportunity to connect and strengthen community.
Show date: Saturday, April 26
Time: 7:30 - 9:00pm, doors open at 7:00.
Location: Resound NW, 1532 SW Jefferson Street, Portland, OR 97201
Tickets: $20 advance | $25 at door | $10 students (advance or at door). Purchase tickets at playbacktheaterpdx.com.
No one turned away for lack of funds. To access the sliding scale option, please contact us at [email protected].
03/24/2025
In celebration of spring, don't miss our offer to buy a ticket in advance or at the door and bring a friend for FREE!
Joy is essential. Where do you find it? Are you still searching for it? Join us for Playback Theater to share your experience or be a witness. Find what resonates. Our players will reflect your story back to you through theater, movement, and music. Make connections. Come together as community.
Show date: Saturday, March 29
Time: 7:30 - 9:00pm, doors open at 7:00.
Location: Resound NW, 1532 SW Jefferson Street, Portland, OR
Tickets: Buy one and bring a friend for free!
$20 advance | $25 at door | $10 students (advance or at door). https://playbacktheaterpdx.com/events/
No one turned away for lack of funds. To access the sliding scale option, please contact us at [email protected]. For more information and to purchase tickets go to: playbacktheaterpdx.com
Events – Playback theater pdx We perform themed shows for the public once per month for most (but not all) months of the year. We invite the community to come and share their stories or to witness their fellow community members stories and experience the magic of Playback Theater as our talented, passionate troupe of performers....
03/11/2025
Don't Miss Our March Show - The Power of Joy!
Show date: Saturday, March 29
Time: 7:30 - 9:00pm, doors open at 7:00.
Location: Resound NW, 1532 SW Jefferson Street, Portland, OR 97201
Tickets: $20 advance | $25 at door | $10 students (advance or door with ID). No one turned away for lack of funds. To access a sliding scale option, please contact us at playbackpdx@....
For more information and to purchase tickets go to: playbacktheaterpdx.com
02/10/2025
CHANGE - love it or hate it, choose it or not..it is inevitable!
We warmly invite you to share your experiences on the theme of ‘change’. We will craft dynamic, unique theater and music right on the spot, inspired by your stories. This is a wonderful opportunity to be seen, heard, and connect with others in support, witnessing, and community building.
Show date: Saturday, February 22
Time: 7:30 - 9:00pm, doors open at 7:00.
Location: Resound NW, 1532 SW Jefferson Street, Portland, OR 97201
Tickets: $20 advance | $25 at door | $10 students (advance or door with ID). No one turned away for lack of funds. To access a sliding scale option, please contact us at playbackpdx@....
For more information and to purchase tickets go to: playbacktheaterpdx.com
01/08/2025
Kick off the new year with Playback!
This is your chance to try Playback Theater in this introduction workshop. Through improvisation, movement, empathic listening, and spontaneity you will learn some of the basic, universal forms used in Playback Theater around the world. It’s fun with depth!
January 19, 3-5pm, Chapel Theater Annex, 4107 SE Harrison St, Milwaukie, OR 97222.
$20 - Register at playbacktheaterpdx.com/events/ (Sliding scale available, contact [email protected] to access).
This is not a drop-in workshop, please register as we have a max of 18 participants.
12/03/2024
This is your chance to try Playback Theater in this Introduction to Playback. Through improvisation, movement, empathic listening, and spontaneity you will learn some of the basic, universal forms used in Playback Theater around the world. It’s fun with depth!
December 8, 1-4pm, Social Good Place, 4511 SE Main Street, Portland 97215.
$30 - Register at playbacktheaterpdx.com/tickets (Sliding scale available)
Contact [email protected] for more info.
11/18/2024
Don't forget to get your tickets for the November Playback Theater show! Family - of origin, chosen or found...regardless of how they are formed, every family brings a narrative filled with highs and lows, challenges and triumphs. Share your tales on the theme of “family” and we will create dynamic, memorable theater and music on the spot based on your stories. It's a chance to be seen, heard, and to connect with others in a fun, healing and community-building experience.
Show date: Saturday, November 23
Time: 7:30 - 9:00pm, doors open at 7:00
Location: Resound NW, 1532 SW Jefferson Street, Portland, OR 97201
Tickets: Tickets $20 in advance | $25 at door | $10 students
For more information and to purchase tickets go to: playbacktheaterpdx.com.
No one turned away for lack of funds, please contact us at [email protected] for sliding scale.
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