ScratchPDX is...

• a collectively-run performance-based open stage that engages a cross-disciplinary community of artists living in the Portland area.
• a monthly platform for people of all backgrounds and experience levels to share live performance, works-in-progress and experimentation.
• a structured, playful space for social interaction, creative dialogue and constructive feedback.

ScratchPDX aims...

• to support performance by creating an open and accessible atmosphere in which experimentation is encouraged.
• to promote artists by providing them with a public platform to show work and continuing to expand our audience base.
• to facilitate dialogue and collaboration between artists in the spirit of collective development and mutual benefit.
• to deepen understanding of performance, creative processes and the audience/performer relationship through feedback and conversation about work.