From our Friends

Family Arts Center in Downtown Portland Set to Open This Spring

NWCT's The Judy
NW Kids

Northwest Children’s Theater (NWCT) is moving to Broadway! The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts, lovingly called The Judy, is located at 1000 Broadway in downtown Portland, across the street from the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. The Judy will welcome families back to the heart of our city, expand NWCT’s mission, and
guarantee a magical, inviting space for every child to grow, dream, and develop essential life skills.


What was once a four-screen movie theater is now transformed into a multi-venue arts center for youth. Upon entering The Judy, you will descend the stairs (or elevator) into a grand lobby which houses the entrances to four main spaces: The Stage, The Black Box, The Studios, and The Cinema. With onsite maker space, extensive concessions, and an attached parking garage, this new home will allow NWCT to grow their programs while also providing generous rental and partnership opportunities.

NWCT The Judy

Northwest Children’s Theater’s New Home — The Judy — will house performances, classes, movies, and more!

The Judy’s grand opening is Saturday, April 29 from 12pm-1:30pm. 

  • This event is free to the public and will showcase local artists. 

All attendees will have the opportunity to tour The Judy and see:

  • The Stage: featuring 240 comfortable seats — especially designed for families
  • The Black Box: a flexible performance space with up to 120 seats 
  • The Studios: flexible rooms for classes, camps, rehearsals and more
  • The Cinema: weekend family-friendly movies & musicals, seating 190 guests

First Shows at The Judy:

NWCT Elephant & Piggy

Elephant & Piggie’s “We are in a Play” 

April 29-May 28

NWCT Cinderella

Cinderella, presented by NWCT’s Youth Company, Catalyst

May 5-21

First Classes and Camps at The Judy (Ages 4-14):

NWCT Camps

Show Tickets and Register for Classes & Camps:

nwcts.org, 503.222.2190, info@nwcts.org