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Maria Bamford, Michelle Zauner, Carrie Brownstein and More Are Coming to Cinema Unbound Week in May
Portland Art Museum’s awards gala is expanding to five days of activities May 27-31.
Matteo Lane and River Butcher Are Catching Up With Portland
Lane’s standup comedy feels like checking in with a playfully judgmental friend.
Here’s Every Comedian Who Received a Vote in the 2026 Funniest Five Poll
More than 100 comedians were nominated as Portland’s funniest people.
Erica Figueroa Chronicles Her Career
“I hang out with straight men a lot. Well, I go do comedy and they’re there.”
Lucas Copp Wants to Buy You a Jell-O Shot
“I like the worst parts of comedy. I think it’s so funny how bad comedy can be.”
Jordan Casner Dresses for the Job
“When it comes to, like, holidays, birthdays, just general thoughtfulness, I’m competing with lesbians, and I hate it.”
By Vinny White
Michael Zimmer and Sofia Sullivan’s Sketch Show Dog People Was a Treat for All at Kickstand Comedy
Every sketch included some nod toward dogs that would be funny to most folks, but really felt like one big inside joke for dog people.
“Nervous Laughter” Seeks Hilarity in Panic Attacks and Religious Trauma
Peter Lundquist’s solo show is exceptionally brave, big-hearted and honest, if at times uncomfortable.