Deep End Theater

09/05/2026

SKINNY DIP IS BACK!

This show happens the 1st and 3rd Monday of every month, featuring amazing performers, musicians, poets, magicians, storytellers and more!

Monday September 7th we have Bliss featuring Nick Condon, and Betse Green, come see this musical duo perform!

Show starts at 7 PM, only $5 to watch, and FREE to play!

https://www.deependtheater.com/shows.html

09/04/2026

Ready to Jump Into the Deep End? We have so many amazing classes starting up in September!

Deep End Theater’s fall classes are now open for registration!

IMPROV FOR TEENS - Ages 12–16
Saturday, September 26 • 1–3 PM
$45
A supportive, playful introduction to Sound Improv for young performers or anyone who simply wants to have some fun, get silly, and build confidence.

FOUNDATIONS OF IMPROV
Tuesdays, September 15–October 20 • 6–8 PM
$220 (payment plans available)
Perfect for developing creativity, mental flexibility, public speaking, collaboration, playfulness, and more. No matter your experience level, come discover what Sound Improv can do for you!

SCENE WORK
Wednesdays, September 16–October 21 • 6–8 PM
$220 (payment plans available)
Ready to take your improv further? Dive into character, storytelling, confidence, and the skills needed to create GREAT scenes. Includes a student showcase on October 26!

📍 1129 SE Market St., Portland

https://www.deependtheater.com/classes.html

09/02/2026

Free Improv Workshop!

Join us for a fun afternoon of play from 3-5 PM! In this workshop we will dip our toes into Deep End's unique improv style. Led by Domeka Parker (Artistic Director), this workshop explores a multitude of tools for creating improvisation, from confidence building to skill developing.

No experience of registration is necessary, just show up and we will lead the way!

08/27/2026

Our shows kick off September 7th, and what a season we have for you!

Launching 4 different experiences from now till December! From the mesmerizing, music-driven improvisation of ZOOM!, to a completely improvised vampire story in THIRSTY, to true tales from the dark in SHADOW PEOPLE we’re diving headfirst into stories that are strange, hilarious, haunting, and completely unpredictable.

No two nights are ever the same. Come take the plunge with us.

https://www.deependtheater.com/shows.html

08/17/2026

FOUNDATIONS OF IMPROV — DIVE IN!

Ready to try improv but not sure where to start? Foundations of Improv is the perfect place to begin!

Over six weeks, you'll build confidence, creativity, spontaneity, collaboration, and public speaking skills while learning Deep End Theater's unique Sound Improv Method.

September 15 – October 20
Tuesdays | 6–8 PM
Led by Domeka Parker
$220 | Payment plans available

No previous experience necessary — just bring your curiosity, your sense of play, and a willingness to jump in!

Come meet new people, get out of your comfort zone, and discover just how much fun saying “yes, and…”can be.

🌊 Take the plunge into the Deep End!

08/13/2026

AUGUST MASTERCLASSES AT DEEP END THEATER!

Want to sharpen your improv skills without committing to a six-week class? Our three-hour Masterclasses are the perfect way to dive deeper, experiment, and add new tools to your performer toolbox!

✨ POETIC PLAY taught by Domeka Parker
Wednesday, August 19 from 6–9 PM
$45

Explore metaphor, poetry, visualization, and verbal expression through a poetic lens. This popular class opens up new possibilities for scene work and invites you to approach improv from a more theatrical perspective.

✨ PHYSICAL CHARACTER taught by Keanu Cropp
Wednesday, August 26 from 6–9 PM
$45

Discover how your body can help you create unique, dynamic characters. Through games and exercises, you'll build a toolbox of physical character techniques while becoming more confident and free in your physical choices.

📍 Both classes take place at 1129 SE Market St.

Sign up here https://www.deependtheater.com/classes.html

Portland's best improv training program. Radically different improvisational theater classes, storytelling, drama and writing.

07/31/2026

We SOLD OUT our play fest Thursday July 30 show!

We would love to see that happen tonight, grab your tickets while you can!

Two more chances to support our company, Tonight July 31 at play fest, and then tomorrow Aug 1 for our silent auction!

https://www.deependtheater.com/shows.html

07/30/2026

Tonight kicks off our fundraiser week, to night and tomorrow we have a mini play fest. You'll see 5 totally different plays created on the spot! Different styles, different casts, different stories and characters. It will be absolutely amazing!

Tickets here, grab them as we are almost sold out https://www.deependtheater.com/shows.html

07/28/2026

We span the breadth of theatre from the most poingant drama to the most absurd comedy.

This is deep end theatre, radically different improv.

07/10/2026

CLOSING WEEKEND for Awkward Unlimited:�A Wes Anderson inspired play

We have had just the best time on this show, we are almost sold out for Friday July 10, with tickets left for Saturday July 11. Don’t miss this one of a kind experience! Tickets here https://www.deependtheater.com/shows.html

7:30 p.m. / $20
1129 SE Market St.