I was estranged from my family, I was abusing drugs and alcohol and had recently survived a suicide attempt… writing “Possible Emptiness” took an emotional toll… but also felt cathartic and rewarding. It was truly an unforgettable experience that I'm so grateful for.
Read MoreArt is a sort of experimental station in which one tries out living. —John Cage
Theatre created by “youth at the edge” illustrates art’s ability to act as a catalyst for understanding and action—for the young playwrights, and the rest of us, too.
Read MoreCelebrate DAF day by learning all about Donor-Advised Funds! Hear from one PlayWrite donor about why she likes making charitable gifts via her Donor-Advised Fund and learn more about this popular giving method from our conversation with Sarah Grace McIlveen, the Director of Philanthropy at Oregon Community Foundation.
Read MoreIn May, for the first time, we did two concurrent workshops, both for the SAGE Residential Program which provides long-term treatment and stabilization for survivors of sex trafficking. We interviewed PlayWrite coach Cynthia Shur Petts about the experience.
Read More“When I was 10 years old, I knew what I wanted to be when I grew up—an actress, a teacher or a missionary. Notice the ‘or’. Now, 60 some years later, I realize I could have said ‘and’. With luck and persistence, I’ve managed to combine all three aspirations into one long career.” —Pamela Sterling
Read MoreOn with the show! We’re sharing gratitude, achievements, and 2025’s opportunities, including helping victims of sex trafficking write their truths.
Read MoreHow PlayWrite, Inc. connects with our young writers to build trust and create safe, supportive opportunities to explore and share their stories.
Read MoreRecently appointed PlayWrite, Inc. Executive Director Aimee Farr talks about her “a-ha” moment with the program, the importance of mission, and plans to reach “youth at the edge.”
Read MoreMeet new PlayWrite, Inc. Board Member Patty Coble from Donald E. Long and learn about the power of our programs.
Read MorePlayWrite Inc.’s 24-Hour PLAY-a-Thon is a celebration of the theatre community that makes our programming for kids at risk possible. Participants created seven original short plays as part of this year's stellar benefit event.
Read MoreHave your tickets for PlayWrite Inc.’s 24-Hour PLAY-a-Thon Saturday, June 22, 2024? Meet our judges for this year’s Play Festival to benefit our programs for “youth at the edge.”
Read MorePlayWrite, Inc.’s high-wire, race-the-clock 24-Hour PLAY-a-Thon challenges Portland theatre professionals to create and perform 8 short plays within 24 short hours. The exhilarating public performance will be emceed by Poison Waters at The Judy Saturday, June 22, 2024.
Read MoreOur Fertile Ground 2024 entry, Write.Voice.Play! was a showcase of student-written plays performed by professional actors. Check out the photos of each play and all the actors.
Read MoreEach young writer introduces their own play. This is Callie, introducing “Why the Pollen Did I Make This So Relatable?”
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