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OREGON CITY, Ore. — January 17, 2019 — Clackamas Repertory Theatre’s popular interactive series for children continues with “Wing It: The Spider and the Fly,” Saturday, February 9 at 10:30am in the Osterman Theatre on the campus of Clackamas Community College in Oregon City. Tickets are $5 cash or check and can be purchased at […]

The first week of performances is in the books, and rave reviews are rolling in for Clackamas Repertory Theatre’s production of “Sense and Sensibility”, Kate Hamill’s new adaptation of the Jane Austen classic. “This ‘Sense & Sensibility’ is different from previous Austen adaptations in part because of its dizzying pace,” writes Krista Garver in Broadway World. “With […]

Our cherished costume designer Alva Bradford is taking the summer off. She is retiring from her position at Clackamas Community College and wants to enjoy some well deserved vacation time. Don’t worry – she promises to return for our 2019 season! In the meantime, we have found someone who can fill those very large shoes. […]

Clackamas Rep held Annie dog auditions on March 10, 2018 and adorable dogs turned out. Dogs and their owners had a chance to meet Julia Martin, who will be playing Annie, and show us their tricks. All of the dogs were willing to perform (some more eager than others) and in the end we chose […]

When CRT added staged readings to the season it was a way to test new plays. We could read plays and see if they were something our audiences want to see. We wanted to explore theater. Adding the staged readings also allowed us to explore plays that we may never have any intention of producing […]

The triumphant return of CRT’s Bar Theatre kicks off March 4 at 6:30pm with an endearing story about an etiquette teacher who meets a student who is determined to be the first to pass her class with perfect marks. Mrs. Mannerly by Jeffrey Hatcher is a two person show that allows for one of the […]

As we prepare for our exciting 2018 season we find ourselves in search of the perfect Sandy. Sandy is our young lead’s sidekick in Annie and this dog is sure to make an entrance or two! CRT has decided to hold auditions on March 10 from 2-4pm to find our Sandy. Dogs and owners will […]

Get your twinkle toes ready this February with Wing It Bring It On, Clackamas Rep’s Interactive Show for Kids Sat., February 10 at 10:30am OREGON CITY, Ore. — January 22, 2018 — Clackamas Repertory Theatre presents Wing It Bring It On Saturday, February 10 at 10:30am in the Osterman Theatre on the campus of Clackamas […]

Clackamas Repertory Theatre kicks off 2018 season with edgy, thought-provoking staged readings and partners with local businesses for exciting new venues. OREGON CITY, Ore. — January 11, 2018— Clackamas Repertory Theatre kicks off its 14th season with four staged readings. Performances take place at Clackamas Rep in the Osterman Theatre and local Clackamas County businesses, […]

What an exciting year it has been! 2017 brought many new opportunities to Clackamas Repertory Theatre. In addition to a very successful season, with attendance topping 9,600, CRT also signed a “Small Professional Theatre” contract with Actors’ Equity Union, making CRT a truly professional theatre, only the sixth in the Portland tri-county area. This gives […]

Give the gift of live theatre with a Clackamas Repertory Theatre electronic gift certificate! Choose from $10, $50, $100, or $150 value, or customize the amount. You’ll receive an email that you can print and present. The certificate value can be used toward the purchase of tickets to any Clackamas Repertory Theatre event during our […]

Curious patrons often ask how does it all come together, with reference to all of the working parts of a production. Many hours and hard work are poured into every production at CRT. Our designers and their hardworking teams work hours on the costumes, sets, lighting and sound to make the experience one to remember. […]

We are gearing up for another fantastic musical. Here is an Adventures in Artslandia podcast featuring the cast of CRT’s “The Melody Lingers On.” Hear what the cast has to say about this amazing American songwriter. http://artslandia.com/adventures-in-ar…/cast-melody-lingers/ Berlin was an American composer and lyricist, widely considered one of the greatest songwriters in American history. His […]

Ever wonder what happens during the rehearsal process of a play? The theatre holds auditions, the director selects the cast, contracts are signed but then how do the words on the page come to life? At CRT, it is the collaboration of so many individuals bringing their talent to the team. From the interns who […]

Look at these silly guys. We are so excited to have these fabulous actors lend their talents to the production. Dennis Kelly will be playing Watson and John San Nicolas will be Sherlock in the 2017 CRT production of “Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery.” We hope you can tell by these goofy photos that the […]

We are excited to have our 2017 CRT interns assigned for the season. These students get a rare opportunity not offered by other theatres around. Every year CRT hires interns to build sets, hang lighting instruments, sew costumes, make properties, work crew and operate the sound and lighting boards. CRT would not be able to […]

CRT designers are busy at work. Look at this beautiful rendering by Christopher Whitten of the set for “Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery.” Whitten is the Technical Director for Clackamas Rep and always produces the finest quality of work. Whitten designs and constructs three set during the season for CRT along with the help of […]

Baskerville features the terrific John San Nicolas as Sherlock Holmes. A company member at Artists Rep, he has appeared in numerous shows there including the current “The Talented Ones.” San Nicolas has worked at PCS, Third Rail, Imago and Broadway Rose, to name a few. We are excited to have him spend the summer with […]

One of the best parts about working at a theatre is collabrating with so many talented artists. This year CRT has a new costume designer, Shen Telles. We are looking forward to seeing her finished product for “Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery” running June 29-July 23. Here’s a sneak peak at what she has been […]

CRT is teaming up with the Happy Valley Library on Saturday, May 6 at 1pm for a reading of “Rabbit Hole” by David Lindsay-Abaire. The reading is directed by Jayne Stevens and features Dennis Kelly, Bonnie Auguston, Molly Bowman, Robynn Hayek, and Branden McFarland. Join for an afternoon of reflection, as we read this touching […]

Oh! What a night we had. Another successful gala is complete. Our record breaking fundraiser netted $41,000! Thank you to all who made our gala a success. Here are some photos of you enjoying the evening and giving to your favorite Clackamas County theatre, CRT! Get your tickets to our exciting season that begins June […]