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YA statement of support for LGBTQ+ children and families

March 11, 2022

Recently, many states have begun legislating against the LGBTQ+ community, particularly targeting children and their caregivers. These bills do not stop at restricting the rights of LGBTQ+ children, but seek […]

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Young Audiences sends boxes of joy and art resources to 5,400 teachers across Oregon and SW Washington

February 15, 2022

“We received the care packages this morning and distributed them to the teachers! What a kind gesture! This is so very much appreciated by them and me! Thank you for […]

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Virtual Residency Profile: Portland and Ghanaian students exchange music and culture

August 16, 2021

“Not really knowing what a kid is going through outside of whether or not they show up for class–that’s a real challenge for a teacher,” says Todd Fadel, music teacher […]

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PPS Summer Camps

June 10, 2021

DUE TO OVERWHELMING INTEREST IN OUR CAMP PROGRAMS AND PROXIMITY TO CAMP START DATES, YOUNG AUDIENCES HAS NOW CLOSED OUR APPLICATION PERIOD. Young Audiences is excited to announce free, week-long […]

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Welcoming Lauren Jost, our New Executive Director!

April 28, 2021

We are excited to share the news that Lauren Jost (she/her) will become the next Executive Director of Young Audiences of Oregon & SW Washington! Lauren brings lived experience of […]

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