Portland Story Theater builds community and promotes understanding and empathy by giving voice to the real, true stories of ordinary people. What we believe: LISTENING BUILDS CONNECTION: Be open. People are transformed by being heard. Listen openheartedly. EVERYONE HAS A STORY TO TELL: Be heard. Honor your emotional truth. Discover your self through story. STORY BREAKS DOWN BARRIERS: Be vulnerable. Tell your story. Authentically. Honestly. Sincerely. WE ARE IN A REVOLUTION: Be a part of the change. Story illuminates the universal through the personal. Story awakens our consciousness. Story helps us recognize that we are one race, the human race. Portland Story Theater is a passionate advocate for diverse narrative and our loyal listeners. We are a 501(c)3 charitable organization.