Northwest Children's Theater and School

Northwest Children's Theater and School NWCT's mission is to educate, entertain and enrich the lives of young audiences. Located at 1000 SW Broadway T-100, Portland, OR 97205.
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Founded in 1993, Northwest Children's Theater has been bringing the magic of live theater to Portland and Southwest Washington for nearly 3 decades. Our award-winning productions and theater classes welcome over 65,000 families every year. The creation of new works each year bring exciting and innovative productions to the stage.

09/02/2026

🚨 What if you could have the experience of a lifetime AND help kids experience live theater? 🚨

On October 6, Northwest Children’s Theater is raising funds to bring local Title I students to our student matinee performances for FREE. And because we're a theater, we're raising money in the most dramatic fashion: by repelling down The Judy's 1000 Broadway Building — and we want YOU to join us! 🪢🎭

This isn’t your average fundraiser. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience, complete with professional training, an incredible view, and the chance to literally go over the edge. Costumes will be provided and are HIGHLY encouraged. 🦸

Here’s how it works:
✅ Register + set up your fundraising page
✅ Rally friends & family for pledges
✅ Get fully trained on event day
✅ Take the leap and rappel down the building!

Every rappeller starts with a $1,000 fundraising goal, but we know you can go bigger. 💪

Open to both adults AND kids!

Help us open the doors to live theater for more kids while taking on an experience you won’t soon forget.

Ready to go over the edge? Learn more and register at nwcts.org/over-the-edge

✨ ONE DAY MORE! The 20% Off SUMMERSALE ends tonight (August 31) at 11:59pm ✨We can't wait for you to join us for another...
08/31/2026

✨ ONE DAY MORE! The 20% Off SUMMERSALE ends tonight (August 31) at 11:59pm ✨

We can't wait for you to join us for another season of magic, music, and making family memories. Get your tickets today at nwcts.org

🍁🍂 Fall theater classes begin in two weeks! Weekend classes for ages 4-14 take place in NE and downtown Portland from Se...
08/29/2026

🍁🍂 Fall theater classes begin in two weeks! Weekend classes for ages 4-14 take place in NE and downtown Portland from September 12-November 15.

👀 View the full schedule and register at nwcts.org

08/28/2026

NWCT Weekend Theater Class side effects may include:

👯‍♀️ Kids making friends for life
👫 Adults making friends for life
🙂 Being celebrated for exactly who you are
🎨 Increased creativity and imagination

Fall Theater Classes run Sept. 12-Nov. 15 in NE and downtown Portland.

View the full schedule and register at nwcts.org

08/24/2026

One more week to save 20% on 2026/27 Mainstage Season tickets with code SUMMERSALE - Only through August 31!

08/23/2026

Weekend theater classes run September 12-November 15 in downtown and northeast Portland.

Whether you’re new to theater or you’re ready to enhance your acting, singing, and dancing skills, there’s something for everyone (and every level!) at Northwest Children's Theater.

View the full schedule and register at nwcts.org 🎉

10 days left to save 20% on the 2026/27 Mainstage Season!✅ Use code SUMMERSALE at checkout🗓 Purchase by August 31 to loc...
08/22/2026

10 days left to save 20% on the 2026/27 Mainstage Season!

✅ Use code SUMMERSALE at checkout
🗓 Purchase by August 31 to lock in your savings

Plans change during the year? No problem! Tickets purchased this summer may be exchanged for a different performance date within the same show for free.

We can't wait to welcome you for a new season of joy, music and making family memories ✨

Next Sunday August 16 at 2pm, the inaugural Northwest Youth Film Festival takes place in The Sheldon Family Cinema at Th...
08/08/2026

Next Sunday August 16 at 2pm, the inaugural Northwest Youth Film Festival takes place in The Sheldon Family Cinema at The Judy 🎥🍿🎬

🎟 All tix are $10 — get yours at nwcts.org

This family-friendly festival celebrates young filmmaking talent from across Oregon and SW Washington!

Youth filmmakers in grades 6–12 submitted original short films under 10 minutes, and now it’s time to see the finalists’ films on the big screen. Watch the selected films come to life, then stick around to find out who takes home the festival’s top prizes.

Festival Finalists:
Annika Tsai Ajtai – Reach For You
Carlos Salinas, Jesse Palafox-Arceo – Parachute
Evelyn Michelle Perkins – Change
Harrison Patrick Adams, Josiah Mathew Wilkinson – Unmotivated
Kea Wold – To Bowl Or Not To Bowl: A Lane Of Dreams
Kian Oliver L**h – Clicks
Marlen Frederick Steinke – Mission: Galactic The Director’s Cut
Matvey Bas – Found
Myles Raymond Kiester – The Book of Dave
Ronin Ashby Henneman – The Stranger
Xinyu Luo, Lucas Zhang, and Charlie Rose – Remembering Albina

Learn more at nwcts.org/northwest-youth-film-festival

Address

1000 SW Broadway T-100
Portland, OR
97205

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 6pm
Tuesday 12pm - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 6pm
Thursday 12pm - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 9:30am - 1:30am

Telephone

(503) 222-2190

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