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Carlee Wright
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Spring Awakening is a rock ‘n’ roll rebellion on stage through Nov 15
Willamette University’s production of Spring Awakening brings together a world of strict rules and the urge to break them. Set in 19th-century Germany, the Tony...
Music Making Machine
The color is close, which is the problem. Jason Carter holds two CD packages side by side. The hues match on the front, but the...
The Art of Building a Museum
Hallie Ford Museum founding director John Olbrantz retires after 28 years of bringing major exhibitions to Salem, championing regional artists, and teaching generations of students....
Inside the colorful, connected world of artist Timmy BeWell
Timmy BeWell has a phrase for his art style: “psychedelic Saturday morning cartoons” with a mathematical yet spiritual undertone. It’s a fitting description. Timmy’s work...
On Exhibit this September
HALLIE FORD MUSEUM OF ART Featuring works by Pacific Northwest and Native American artists, a diverse collection of traditional European, American, and Asian art, and...
Experience 6 new plays in Theatre 33’s 2026 Summer Season
When Theatre 33 launches its annual festival this August, audiences will have the opportunity to see six new plays at one of the most exciting...
On Exhibit this July
HALLIE FORD MUSEUM OF ART Featuring works by Pacific Northwest and Native American artists, a diverse collection of traditional European, American, and Asian art, and...
Things to do in July 2026 in Salem, Oregon
Here’s a look at what’s happening in Salem this July… Through July 18 Pentacle Theatre presents Rumors by Neil Simon, directed by Robert Barnett. At...
A Note from the Instigator: Summer 2026
Talk about underestimating something. When I decided to make “100” the focus of this issue of Press Play, I knew finding 100 things to do...
Salem’s Dining Scene: Lively Station adds Lively at the Mill
Eat, Drink & Be Lively Since opening Lively Station in December 2020, Jessica and Anton Cobb have watched birthdays, weddings, memorial services, baby showers, bridal...
