Arts
Here’s Every Comedian Who Received a Vote in the 2026 Funniest Five Poll
More than 100 comedians were nominated as Portland’s funniest people.
The Longest-Running Festival of African Films Returns to PCC
This year’s films include a noirish Macbeth reboot and a story of music and revolution.
Get Your Reps In: “The Lathe of Heaven” Ponders Portland’s Dystopian Future
The film adaptation of Ursula K. Le Guin’s Portland-set novel gives fittingly eerie vibes.
What It Takes to Make “The Play That Goes Wrong” Go Right
Actors in the Portland Center Stage and Seattle Repertory Theatre’s play-within-a-play manage every disaster imaginable.
By Ellen Clarke
What to Do in Portland (Feb. 4–10, 2026)
Enjoy Spooky V-Day crafts, a civics fest or the Winter Light Festival this week.
Erica Figueroa Chronicles Her Career
“I hang out with straight men a lot. Well, I go do comedy and they’re there.”
Lucas Copp Wants to Buy You a Jell-O Shot
“I like the worst parts of comedy. I think it’s so funny how bad comedy can be.”
Jordan Casner Dresses for the Job
“When it comes to, like, holidays, birthdays, just general thoughtfulness, I’m competing with lesbians, and I hate it.”
By Vinny White











