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TBA:22 Begins on Thursday! đŸ˜± How to plan for Opening Night

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 TBA:22 Begins on Thursday! đŸ˜± How to plan for Opening Night
San Cha, photo by Samanta Helou Hernandez

TBA:22 Opens this Thursday Sept. 8!

TBA is Portland’s largest convergence of artists and audiences all year round, and our Opening Night celebration is where it all begins! Join us this Thursday as we kick off the Festival in our home at PICA. Read on to learn more about Opening Night.

THREE QUICK REMINDERS

1. Masks and proof of vaccination (or proof of a negative test taken within 48 hours) are required. You can see our full COVID policy here.

2. Parking will be tight; we encourage rideshares, biking, and alternative forms of transportation.

3. Get a pass and make your reservations in advance.

Celebrate the start of TBA:22 at our Opening Night with a headlining performance by renowned Los Angeles-based musician San Cha. This visual and musical performance will highlight original compositions and interpretations of Mexican mariachi and bolero standards in San Cha’s signature style that blends and queers a multitude of forms while showcasing her captivating costumes and stunning stage presence. The party doesn’t stop there; San Cha’s kick-off performance will be followed by DJ sets by Dez Ramirez, aka La Cosmica, and Diana Suarez, aka Buena Suerte (of Portland’s Noche Libre, a Latine femme DJ collective). Gather at PICA with artists, curators, guest scholars, and new friends and old to embrace the Festival. With indoor and outdoor spaces, make a night of it with our on-site bar, limited-edition merch, and late summer dance party vibes. Opening Night of TBA is where it all begins—don’t miss out!      

$20K FOR TBA

Donations made on Opening Night will be matched dollar for dollar, doubling your impact on PICA’s programming and access to contemporary art. Suggested donation of $0–$20+.

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