“The Playback Theater Company of Portland, Oregon, is comprised of a mix of actors, dancers, singers, musicians and skilled group facilitators.  We are a professional theater troupe who enjoy playing for a variety of audiences and in different venues.  We value creativity and authenticity in human interactions, and are committed to the power of the personal story in building bridges between people and a enhancing a sense of interconnectedness.

Mission of Playback Theater, Portland, Oregon

Our mission is to honor and illuminate the lives of individuals and communities by using theater, music and movement.  Our intention is to bear witness to the differences among people and to foster the universality of the human experience; thereby creating social awareness, and inherent connection that can lead to social action.

It is our intention that Playback can offer an opportunity to re-envision yourself and your community.”

Jackie Paris

Playback Theater-Portland, OR

Director