Clackamas County Arts Alliance

Jaja's African Hair Braiding
2027-04-29 19:30 - 21:30, 2027-04-23 19:30 - 21:30, 2027-04-22 19:30 - 21:30, 2027-04-16 19:30 - 21:30, 2027-04-15 19:30 - 21:30, 2027-04-09 19:30 - 21:30, 2027-04-08 19:30 - 21:30, 2027-04-02 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Los_Angeles) and 9 more dates | Clackamas Repertory Theater, 19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, OR, 97045, United States
Jaja’s African Hair Braiding in Harlem is full of sharp, funny and talented women who make their clients look and feel “nice-nice.” One sweltering summer day, Jaja’s daughter Marie runs the salon while her mother readies for a green-card wedding. As Marie manages laugh-out-loud drama in the shop, unexpected news unites the stylists and clients, deepening their bonds and sense of belonging.
This Tony Award-winning production is a love letter to all the incredible, unsung immigrant women bringing beauty to the world through their craft each and every day.
Written by: Jocelyn Bioh
Directed by: Damaris Webb
“Critic’s Pick! … Hot and hilarious … a riotously funny workplace comedy.” – The New York Times
“Wickedly entertaining … a sparkling ensemble comedy as tautly woven as one of the intricate hairdos in Jaja’s Harlem salon.” – Washington Post
“Bioh pays tribute to the bonds women share … You will be entertained, enlightened, and moved.” – New York Amsterdam News
“Bioh breathes both joy and grief into these women within her stellar script, giving them each their own distinct personalities and lived-in experiences … The result is a play that is equally as affecting as it is hilarious.” – Entertainment Weekly
Sept. 10 – Oct. 4, 2026
Preview Sept. 10
Opening Night Sept. 11
Thurs-Sat evenings at 7:30 p.m.
Sun and third Sat* matinees at 2:30 p.m.
Sponsored by Jean Uzelac, Nancy Hungerford, Ronni Lacroute

Bridge City Improv: OBC
2027-04-23 21:00 - 22:15, 2027-03-26 21:00 - 22:15 | Bridge City Improv, 1924 SE Monroe St., Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
OBC
K Marie, Natasha Baptiste, Rita Davis
OBC, aka Oprah’s Book Club, is a trio of funny Black women who test boundaries and try on characters from the stories you’ve read. K, Natasha, and Afrita have spent the past four years building chemistry, vulnerability, and boldness in each of their shows. No story is off topic, and we have just enough audacity and plenty of opinions to explore the worlds you love to read. Expect big characters, wild choices, questionable decisions, and the kind of connection that can turn one audience suggestion into beautifully unhinged chaos.
All ages welcome, though assume PG-13 content.
$15 online / $20 at door.

"Campfire" Jams
2027-04-07 19:00 - 20:30, 2027-03-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Robinwood Station Community Center, 3706 Cedaroak Dr., West Linn, OR, 97068, United States
Join us the 1st Wednesday of every month. Bring an acoustic instrument, hand percussion, or your voice & come jam along.
More info on our Lessons & More page.
Pre-registration not required, but we’d love to know ahead of time if you’re planning to come & what you’re planning to play.
Sign up here.

Teen Open Mic Night
2027-04-02 18:30 - 20:30, 2027-03-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Youth Music Project Meteor Lounge, 2015 8th Ave., West Linn, OR, 97068, United States
The first Friday of every month, the teens take over Youth Music Project!
Are you a musician between the ages of 13 and 18? Join us for Teen Open Mic nights! Hosted by our amazing band of interns, open mics are the place to hone your performance skills. Rock out with in-house sound engineering, state-of-the art lighting, and a full back line of instruments. Musicians of all levels are invited to participate!
Don’t have a song to share? Join our supportive audience! Teen Open Mic is always free to attend and all ages.
Doors at 6:15 p.m. | Performances at 6:30 p.m.

Bridge City Improv: DAME
2027-03-27 21:00 - 22:15, 2027-02-27 21:00 - 22:15 | Bridge City Improv, 1924 SE Monroe St., Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
Elegant improv, comfortable shoes. DAME is a Portland-based collective of seasoned femme improvisers focusing on story and character. Most of us have been performing for 10 or more years and we are adventurous and always up for fun creating stories with each other and entertaining audiences.
DAME is Georgia Gunesch, Rebecca Rothery, Stephanie Wichmann, Leann Ruth Johnson, Kari Smit, Angela Michtom, Laurie Martin.
All ages welcome, though assume PG-13 content.
$15 online / $20 at door.

Bridge City Improv: Critical Mischief
2027-03-20 21:00 - 22:15 | Bridge City Improv, 1924 SE Monroe St., Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
Cr1tical Mischief began their RPG-themed improv show in 2014 as Advanced Minions & Mazes performing at Guardian Games. This band of comic adventurers has been entertaining audiences in theaters and Cons in and around Portland for over a decade. With their band of characters and your suggestions, they’ve raised the dead and razed villages. Not always in that order. Come roll the big 20-sided die to shape the action and laugh hard at the Cr1tical Mischief that ensues!
Featuring: Brad Fortier, Erin Cunningham, Bill Cernansky, Merrily Antony, Eric Zipper, Craig McCarty, Meagan Gombart, Wayne Moodie.
Directed by Brad Fortier

All ages welcome, though assume PG-13 content.
$15 online / $20 at door.

Bridge City Improv: Treat
2027-03-19 21:00 - 22:15 | Bridge City Improv, 1924 SE Monroe St., Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
You’re in for a Treat! Chris Williams, Zack Poitras, and Kristen Schier are three veteran improvisers who come together to create a sweet, spontaneous show made just for you. Whether they’re performing a montage or an improvised sitcom format, Treat delivers focused, fun, and committed improv every time.

All ages welcome, though assume PG-13 content.
$15 online / $20 at door.

Bridge City Improv: Hot Goss & Friends
2027-03-13 21:00 - 22:15 | Bridge City Improv, 1924 SE Monroe St., Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
Hot Goss: Rebecca Feldman, Jason Hays, and Jessica Zodrow have been improvising/performing together for years. Their love of pop culture has manifested in their original format — where they recreate a real movie they’ve never seen before. They take what they know (or don’t) about a movie suggested by the audience, fold in classic story tropes, joyous relationships, and filmmaking devices to bring their director’s cut to life. Each performance will feature an opening group from the reputable Portland improv scene.
All ages welcome, though assume PG13 content. $15 online / $20 at door.

Bridge City Improv: J Names
2027-03-06 21:00 - 22:15 | Bridge City Improv, 1924 SE Monroe St., Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
J Names is one of the area’s longest running improv teams. A prominent comedy supergroup of local comedy veterans whose first names (most!) start with the letter “J”. This is high-quality improvisation you won’t want to miss. Featuring: Jay Flewelling, Jed Arkley, Justin Himes, Jenn Hunter, Jon Bolden, SJ Santa Cruz, Katie Behrens, Craig McCarthy.
All ages welcome, though assume PG13 content.
$15 online / $20 at door

Bridge City Improv: Cliffbanger!
2027-03-05 21:00 - 22:15 | Bridge City Improv, 1924 SE Monroe St., Milwaukie, OR, 97222, United States
Cliffbanger is musical improv like you’ve never seen—in-your-face, unpredictable, and ridiculously fun! No scripted storylines or predictable arcs—just razor-sharp comedy, top-tier musicianship, and on-the-spot songs (and choreography!) that will make you laugh ’til your stomach hurts. We start with one audience suggestion—and that’s all we need. From there, it’s fast, fearless comedy with catchy songs and harmonies that have no business being that good.
High-energy, unapologetically funny, and unlike anything else. This is musical improv… that hits.
Featuring:
Rachel Rosenthal, Sam De Roest, Emily Larkin, Lauren Van Kurin, Lena Roper — and Mont Chris Hubbard on keys!
Directed by Rachel Rosenthal
Musical Direction by Mont Chris Hubbard
