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🎭Youth Theater | 📍Gresham OR|💡Inspiring young artists through performance & community |

For 25 years, Eastside Theater Company (formerly Corbett Children's Theater) has been enriching the lives of children and adults through the performing arts in East Multnomah and Clackamas counties. Staging three productions each year, we train young artists ages 7-18 and adult volunteers to capture the imagination of audiences of all ages in East County and beyond. We believe that through the pow

er of the performing arts, we can create a positive, supportive, nurturing environment that prepares young people to face life's challenges with confidence. We foster the innate creativity and curiosity of youth while encouraging critical and independent thinking.

02/07/2026

The Wizard of Oz opens later this month and things are really coming together in rehearsal. Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at the cast bringing this classic story to life at Eastside Theater Company.

We can’t wait to share the journey to Oz with you. 🌈

02/06/2026

Meet the cast!

Calder – Ensemble
Calder is in 2nd grade, and this is his 1st show with ETC! If he could ask the Wizard for anything, Calder would ask for more siblings! Calder would like to thank Daddy and Momma.

Elsie – Ensemble
Elsie is in 5th grade, and this is her 4th show with ETC. If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Elsie would ask him to take her to Disneyland! Elsie would like to thank her mom, dad, and her best friends.

Harlow – Ensemble
Harlow is in 5th grade, and this is her 1st show with ETC! If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Harlow would ask for a tortoise, and she would name it Captain! Harlow would like to thank her mom and dad for encouraging her to audition and all of her grandmas for being so excited for her.

Iris – Ensemble
Iris is in 2nd grade, and this is her 2nd show with ETC. If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Iris would ask for lots and lots of ice cream! Iris would like to thank Mom, Dad, Coulson, Nana, Aunt Mimi, Doug, and Miles.

Buy tickets at Eastsidetheater.com

02/04/2026

We are incredibly grateful for the support of our sponsors at Eastside Theater Company.
Thank you to:
Gresham Ford
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Thunder Elite All-Star Cheer
The Bold Orange City of Gresham
• Riverview Bank Alaska Airlines
Your support helps make our productions and programs possible, and we are thankful for your continued partnership.

02/03/2026

✨ We’re looking to grow our support team!
If you have experience with grant writing and a passion for the arts, we’d love to hear from you. Your skills can help bring powerful stories, education, and community programs to life on our stage.

📩 Reach out via email to learn more and get involved.

02/01/2026

Meet The Cast! Archer – Ensemble
Archer is in 2nd grade, and this is his 1st show with ETC! If he could ask the Wizard for anything, Archer would ask to meet Ronaldo and Mesi! Archer would like to thank his family for helping him audition and letting him be in the show.

Audrey – Ensemble
Audrey is in 4th grade, and this is her 1st show with ETC! If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Audrey would ask for the ability to fly! Audrey would like to thank her big brother David, who did theater first and encouraged her to audition, and her parents for letting her audition.

Avery – Ensemble
Avery is in 5th grade, and this is her 1st show with ETC! If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Avery would ask to convince her parents to allow her to have many cats! Avery would like to thank Emrynn Ekstrom and Finley Hanawa for introducing her to theater. She would also like to thank her mom, dad and brother for helping support her through auditions and the time commitment of theater.

Taylor – Ensemble
Taylor is in 7th grade, and this is her 10th show with ETC. If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Taylor would ask to be a really good actress! Taylor would like to thank her mom and dad for letting her be in the shows. Get your tickets at Eastsidetheater.com

01/31/2026

In this interview, cast members from The Wizard of Oz talk about what they love about theater, their favorite shows, and why being part of this community matters to them.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now at eastsidetheater.com

🗓 Performances:
February 27 at 7:00 PM
February 28 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM
March 1 at 4:00 PM

March 6 at 7:00 PM
March 7 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM
March 8 at 4:00 PM.

01/30/2026

Meet The Cast!

Katerina – Ensemble
Katerina is in 7th grade, and this is her 5th show with ETC. If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Katerina would ask for magic powers, because she’s always wondered what it  would be like to have them! Katerina would like to thank her mom and dad for their support, her brothers for coming to see her perform, Hazel for being her show buddy, and God for all the wonderful opportunities to perform with Eastside.

Liv – Ensemble
Liv is in 8th grade, and this is her 5th show with ETC. If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Liv would ask for more self confidence! Liv would like to thank her family, friends, and cats.

Riley – Ensemble
Riley is in 8th grade, and this is her 1st show with ETC! If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Riley would ask for future success! Riley would like to thank her mom, dad, grandma, and friends.

Sophie – Ensemble
Sophie is in 6th grade, and this is her 1st show with ETC! If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Sophie would ask him to make her into a global girls group member! Sophie would like to thank her mom, sisters, and dog, Mercy.

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01/28/2026

✨ We’re thrilled to announce the Eastside Theater 2026 Gala!

Join us as we celebrate Eastside Theater at our most important fundraising event of the year—and one we’re planning to make truly unforgettable.

Enjoy an evening of performance and celebration featuring special guest Michael Allen Harrison, inspiring student performances, a live auction, silent auction, and more.

-Sweet treats & non-alcoholic beverages included
- Evening attire requested
- 18+ only

- Tickets: $25 per person — available now!
- Friday, May 8th | 7:00 PM
📍 3445 SE Hillyard Rd., Gresham OR

Support the arts and help make the magic happen

01/27/2026

A heart of steel and a song to sing.

The Tin Man is ready to join Dorothy on the Yellow Brick Road as rehearsals continue for The Wizard of Oz. With music, movement, and plenty of heart, Oz is coming together one step at a time.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now at eastsidetheater.com

🗓 Show Dates & Times:
February 27 at 7:00 PM
February 28 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM
March 1 at 4:00 PM

March 6 at 7:00 PM
March 7 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM
March 8 at 4:00 PM

01/26/2026

Fiddler on the Roof — Audition Information Meeting

Interested in being part of Fiddler on the Roof at Eastside Theater Company? Join us for our Audition Information Meeting to learn more about auditions, tech and crew opportunities, rehearsal expectations, and the production overall.

🗓 February 18, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM

Can’t attend in person? You can join us via Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82782548240?pwd=OTXVQB0cV9WTLBdOYtblwOal4ohG0c.1
Meeting ID: 827 8254 8240
Passcode: 025941
Whether you’re planning to audition or work behind the scenes, this meeting is the best way to get started.

01/25/2026

Meet The Cast!

Emma – Ensemble
Emma is in 6th grade, and this is her 3rd show with ETC. If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Emma would ask for a new puppy! Emma would like to thank her mom and dad for doing all of this for her, and her little brother for watching her perform.

Hailey – Ensemble
Hailey is in 7th grade, and this is her 9th show with ETC. If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Hailey would ask for there to be a way to make people and animals live longer! Hailey would like to thank her parents, and her sister, Kove.

Hazel – Ensemble
Hazel is in 8th grade, and this is her 2nd show with ETC. If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Hazel would ask for a cat! Hazel would like to thank her mom, dad and friends.

Jaina – Ensemble
Jaina is in 6th grade, and this is her 2nd show with ETC. If she could ask the Wizard for anything, Jaina would ask for wisdom! Jaina is thankful for the support of her family, especially her parents.

Tickets at Eastsidetheater.com

01/24/2026

Hear from the cast of The Wizard of Oz as they talk about the process, the characters, and what it’s been like working on the show at Eastside Theater Company.

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now at eastsidetheater.com

🗓 Performances:
February 27 at 7:00 PM
February 28 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM
March 1 at 4:00 PM

March 6 at 7:00 PM
March 7 at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM
March 8 at 4:00 PM

Address

3445 SE Hillyard Road
Gresham, OR
97030

Website

http://eastsidetheater.com/

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For over 20 years, Eastside Theater Company (formerly Corbett Children's Theater) has been enriching the lives of children and adults through the performing arts in East Multnomah and Clackamas counties. Staging at least four productions each year, we train young artists ages 4-18 and adult volunteers to capture the imagination of audiences of all ages in East County and beyond. We believe that through the power of the performing arts, we can create a positive, supportive, nurturing environment that prepares young people to face life's challenges with confidence. We foster the innate creativity and curiosity of youth while encouraging critical and independent thinking.