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Go, Saturday: Rabbit Romp at the zoo, ‘Cyrano,’ Khmer Angkor Dance Troupe

The Columbian
Published: April 1, 2015, 12:00am
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Andrew McGinn stars as the title character in Portland Center Stage's &quot;Cyrano,&quot; April 4 through May 3, 2015 at the Gerding Theater in Portland.
Andrew McGinn stars as the title character in Portland Center Stage's "Cyrano," April 4 through May 3, 2015 at the Gerding Theater in Portland. Photo credit: Patrick Weishampel Photo Gallery

Concerts

Action Bronson, 9 p.m. Wonder Ballroom, 128 N.E. Russell St., Portland; $25 to $30, through Ticketfly, 877-435-9849 or www.ticketfly.com. 503-284-8686 or www.wonderballroom.com

Folk Inspirations presented by the 45th Parallel, 7:30 p.m. The Old Church, 1422 S.W. 11th Ave., Portland; $25, $20 for students and seniors. 45thparallelpdx.org

Magma, 8 p.m. Aladdin Theater, 3017 SE Milwaukie Ave., Portland; $25 to $30 through Ticketfly, 877-435-9849 or www.ticketfly.com. www.aladdin-theater.com

Mission Rock 2 — Pets for Vets with Kingdom Under Fire, 7 p.m. Hawthorne Theatre, 1507 S.E. 39th Ave., Portland; $15 to $20 for those 21 and older, through Cascade Tickets, 800-514-3849 or www.cascadetickets.com. 503-233-7100 or www.hawthornetheatre.com

Something Grand and Ten Grands, 1 and 7 p.m. Something Grand is a benefit concert for after-school music programs at 1 p.m., while Ten Grands features ten pianos and ten pianists performing on one stage at 7 p.m. Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 S.W. Broadway, Portland; $15 to $30 for 1 p.m., $35 to $155 for 7 p.m. 800-273-1530 or www.snowmanfoundation.org/ten-grands

Nightlife

Bronze Radio Return, 9 p.m. Doug Fir Lounge, 830 E. Burnside St., Portland; $10, for ages 21 and older. 503-231-9663 or www.dougfirlounge.com

Dig Deep, 9 p.m. Brickhouse Bar and Grill, 109 W. 15th St., Vancouver; no cover charge, 21 and older. 360-695-3686 or www.vancouverbrickhouse.com

Doug Smith and Judy Koch-Smith, 6 to 9 p.m. Moulton Falls Winery, 31101 N.E. Railroad Ave., Yacolt; no cover charge. 360-686-4070 or www.moultonfallswinery.com

Gary Bennet and the Coat-Tail Riders, 8:30 p.m. Jollie’s Restaurant and Lounge, 17701 N.E. Union Road (Exit 9 on Interstate 5), Ridgefield; no cover charge. 360-573-3141.

Lady A, Linda Hornbuckle Band and Dexter Allen, 8 p.m. Jimmy Mak’s, 221 N.W. 10th Ave., Portland; $12 to $15. 503-295-6542 or www.jimmymaks.com

Dance

“Columbia Dance Presents!” 2 and 7 p.m. Royal Durst Theatre, 3101 Main St., Vancouver; $20, $15 for students and seniors, $12 for ages 12 and younger. 360-737-1922 or www.columbiadance.org. For more details, see the go: friday page.

Khmer Angkor Dance Troupe of Vancouver, 6:30 to 11 p.m. The local dance troupe will present a Cambodian New Year Celebration featuring traditional and popular dances. Marshall Community Center, 1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd., Vancouver; $15, free for ages 12 and younger. 360-521-2983 or 360-882-3646.

Theater

“Cyrano” presented by Portland Center Stage. This classic romantic comedy follows Cyrano, a brash man of many talents who is in love with the beautiful Roxane. But he believes his large nose means he’s incapable of being loved. Recommended for ages 10 and older. April 4 through May 3: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, April 5, 12, 26; 2 p.m. Sundays, April 18 and May 2; noon April 16, 23 and 29-30. Gerding Theater at the Armory, 128 NW Eleventh Ave., Portland; $29 to $41 for April 4-9; $36 to $69; $25 for students and youth. 503-445-3700 or www.pcs.org

“The Invisible Hand” presented by Artists Repertory Theatre. 2 and 7:30 p.m. Morrison Stage, 1515 S.W. Morrison, Portland; $41 to $49; $25 for ages 25 and younger. 503-241-1278 or www.artistsrep.org. For more details, see the go: friday page.

“The People’s Republic of Portland” presented by Portland Center Stage. Recommended for ages 14 and older. 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays through April 19. Ellyn Bye Studio, Gerding Theater at the Armory, 128 NW Eleventh Ave., Portland; $40 to $55; $25 for students and youth. 503-445-3700 or www.pcs.org For more details, see the go: friday page.

“The Price” presented by Artists Repertory Theatre. 7:30 p.m. Saturday through April 26. Alder Stage, 1516 S.W. Alder, Portland; $41 to $46; $25 for ages 25 and younger. 503-241-1278 or www.artistsrep.org. For more details, see the go: friday page.

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“Schoolhouse Rock Live!” presented by Oregon Children’s Theatre. On the eve of his first day of school, a nerve-wracked schoolteacher decides to inspire his students with catchy, educational songs from “Conjunction Junction” to “I’m Just a Bill.” Through April 26; 2 and 5 p.m. Saturdays; 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sundays. Winningstad Theatre, 1111 S.W. Broadway, Portland; $18 to $28; $15 to $24 for children. 503-228-9571 or www.octc.org

“Three Men on a Horse” presented by Lakewood Theatre Company. 7:30 p.m. Saturdays through April 12. Lakewood Center of the Arts, 368 S. State St., Lake Oswego, Ore.; $32, $30 for seniors. 503-635-3901 or www.lakewood-center.org. For more details, see the go: friday page.

Out & about

Tulip Trot 5K, 9 a.m. April 4. A fun run-walk through Woodland farmlands while the tulips are in bloom, with awards given to the top 3 male and female racers. Holland America Bulb Farm, 1066 S. Pekin Road, Woodland; $15 to $25. www.woodlandtulipshabf.com/tulip-trot-5k

Run for Cougs 5K, 10 a.m. April 4. The race begins on the WSUV campus from the Firstenburg Family Fountain, with a donation of nonperishable food items for the Cougar Food Pantry, which provides food to students and their families in need. Washington State University Vancouver, 14204 N.E. Salmon Creek Ave., Vancouver; donation of 10 nonperishable food items. 360-546-9163 or studentaffairs.vancouver.wsu.edu/student-involvement/fun-run-rsvp

Fairs & festivals

Spring Beer and Wine Fest, noon to 10 p.m. Minors accompanied by an adult are permitted until 9 p.m. Oregon Convention Center, 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Portland; $8, $6 to $8 for tasting glass; $22 to $24 for packages. www.springbeerfest.com. For more details, see the go: friday page.

Museums

OMSI Star Party, 2 to 7 a.m. Weather permitting, join the lunar eclipse viewing hosted by the Rose City and Vancouver Sidewalk astronomers, with telescopes for attendees. Check website for any weather-related cancellations. Milo McIver State Park, 24101 S Entrance Road, Estacada, Ore.; free, $5 for park fee. www.omsi.edu/starparties

Attractions

Portland Farmers Market, 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. The community market fills the Portland State University campus with hundreds of vendors selling produce, baked goods, meats, cheese and seafood. Southwest Park Avenue, between Hall and Montgomery streets, Portland. 503-241-0032 or www.portlandfarmersmarket.org

Portland Saturday Market, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sundays, through Dec. 24. More than 350 vendors sell a variety of art and handcrafted items in downtown Portland. Visitors can also stop by the market’s food booths or listen to live music. Southwest Ankeny Street and Naito Parkway, Portland. 503-222-6072 or www.portlandsaturdaymarket.com

Rabbit Romp, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The Oregon Zoo’s annual Easter egg hunt for ages 3 to 10 occurs every 15 minutes throughout the day, with a special hunt for toddlers ages 2 and younger. Visitors should bring their own basket. There will also be bunnies to pet, activity stations and games. Oregon Zoo, 4001 S.W. Canyon Road, Portland; $11.50; $10 for ages 65 and older; $8.50 for ages 3-11. Free for ages 2 and younger. 503-226-1561 or www.oregonzoo.org

Hana Matsuri and Saga Goryu Ikebana exhibition, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., garden open until 7 p.m. Hana Matsuri, the flower festival, celebrates the Buddha’s birthday with a flower arrangement display. A ceremony will be held at 10:30 a.m., with tea demonstrations at noon and 2 p.m. Portland Japanese Garden, 611 S.W. Kingston Ave., Portland; $9.50; $7.75 seniors and college students; $6.75 for ages 6-17; free for children 5 and younger. 503-223-1321 or www.japanesegarden.com

Vancouver Farmers Market, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays, through Nov. 1. More than 175 regional vendors participate throughout the season, offering locally grown produce, baked goods, flowers, food and crafts. Sixth and Esther streets, downtown Vancouver; 360-737-8298 or www.vancouverfarmersmarket.com

Comedy

ComedySportz improv show, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The family-friendly performance features two teams of improv players. ComedySportz, 1963 N.W. Kearney St., Portland; $15, reservations recommended. 503-236-8888 or www.portlandcomedy.com

Doug Benson, 7:30 and 10 p.m. Helium Comedy Club, 1510 S.E. Ninth Ave., Portland; $23 to $30, for those 21 and older. 888-643-8669 or www.heliumcomedy.com/portland

“Portland Secrets,” 7:30 p.m. Audience submitted secrets are used as improv inspiration. Brody Theater, 16 N.W. Broadway, Portland; $12, $9 for students and seniors. 503-224-2227 or www.brodytheater.com

Dancing

Happy Hoppers Square Dancing, 7:30 p.m. Clark County Square Dance Center, 10713 N.E. 117th Ave., Vancouver; $6. With all-plus dancing from 8 to 10 p.m. 360-573-5886 or www.happy-hoppers.com

Square dance with the Buzzin’ Bees, 7:30 p.m. Hazel Dell Grange No. 1124, 7509 N.E. Hazel Dell Ave., Vancouver; $6. Round dancing with cuer Debbie Combs; followed by mainstream square dancing with caller Bill Lundin. 360-833-0879 or betoops2000@frontier.com

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