This powerful and reflective show features the art of 17 invited artists who have interpreted the theme of "art heals...birth to death" in ways that are personally meaningful to them.

Two days of presentations and workshops and a community forum ... aimed at engaging people in a dialog about our overall community well-being ... economically, socially, health-wise, educationally ... and more.

A timeless clasical about moral issues.

Students in the Columbia Gorge Community College Theatre Program will present this play at Columbia Center for the Arts.  First performed in the late Middle Ages, Everyman is a timeless play that stands at the root of modern theater. It explores universal themes of salvation and redemption. Direct by Richard Parker.

Here's your chance to purchase great works of original art that for whatever reason, just don't fit in the homes of their donors.  Don't be misled ... these are all high-quality works of art. To ensure the highest quality, each donated piece will be "juried" before it is included in the sale.

Click here for more details and to see some of the donated works that will be included in the sale.

This stunning performance film combines dazzling dance pyrotechnics with the cinematic virtuosity of cinematographer Vittorio Storaro.

Click for more info on Flamenco.

Oregon public defender Steven Wax talks about his book Kafka Comes to America. The book describes the saga of one public defender's struggle to rescue two innocent men from the Kafkaesque practices of our judicial system.

Kafka is now in his sixth term as the Federal Public Defender for the District of Oregon.

This event is made possible by our partners Waucoma Bookstore and Columbia River Fellowship for Peace.

Click for more info on Kafka Comes to America.

Part of the GORGE MUSIC SERIES ... organized by the Oak Street Hotel.

According the the New York Times, "Kevin Burke is one of the great living Celtic fiddlers." Cal Scott, a musician with extensive film and television scores to his credit, frequently accompanies Kevin on his tours.

Click for more info on Kevin Burke and Cal Scott.

Be sure to register early for the 2nd annual Artist 2 Artist Professional Development Fair sponsored by Columbia Center for the Arts.

The fair features workshops and presentations focused on helping you to market your art, and has a special focus on selling art in tough times.

Click for details and for registration information.

Figure drawing

Opportunities for Artists & Performers                  

Columbia Center for the Arts is currently seeking proposals from artists for solo or group exhibitions in the 2011 exhibition season. Deadline: November 15. Click here to learn how to submit artist proposals. 

Get Involved in the Arts

Columbia Center for the Arts is looking for Volunteers for a range of opportunities. Please contact Joanie Thomson at 541-387-8877 ext. 111 or director@columbiaarts.org.