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Midwinter Revels performance choruses.
The core of the Midwinter Revels production is 2 volunteer choruses: a Children’s Chorus and an Adult/Teen Chorus.
Adult/Teen Chorus
The Adult and Teen cast members perform in the show in a variety of ways, but most predominantly as a mixed chorus (soprano, alto, tenor, bass) who sing approximately 20 songs in the show. The cast also plays acting roles, performs dances, and participates generally in a large-scale theatrical production.
The 2025 Midwinter Revels adult/teen chorus auditions are Saturday, May 31 and Saturday, June 7.
Children’s Chorus
The Children’s Chorus members perform throughout the show as singers, dancers, and occasionally puppeteers! They will usually perform 3-4 pieces (songs, dances, stories) as a separate chorus, and then join the Adult/Teen chorus on several pieces.
The first 2025 Midwinter Revels children’s chorus audition is Sunday, June 8.
Audition information, rehearsal / performance schedule, and audition signup links below!
2025 Midwinter Revels Rehearsal / Performance schedule:
(Subject to change. Dance and other specialty rehearsals will be added.)
Choral rehearsals (at Grant Park Church):
Tuesday evenings Sept 16 through Dec 2
(no rehearsal on Tuesday, Sept 23 – replacement rehearsal on Thursday, Sept 25)
Adult / teen chorus – 6:30pm to 9:00pm
Children’s chorus – 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Mega Rehearsals (at Grant Park Church):
Saturday, September 13 – 12n to 5p (community meal following)
Saturday, October 4 – 10a to 6p (no children’s chorus)
Sunday, October 5 – 1p to 7p
Saturday, October 25 – 10a to 6p (no children’s chorus)
Sunday, October 26 – 1p to 7p
Saturday, November 15 – 10a to 6p
Sunday, November 16 – 1p to 7p (designer run)
Saturday, December 6 – 10a to 6p (sitzprobe/community meal/final room run)
Technical Rehearsals (at Scottish Rite Center):
Sunday, December 7 – 6p to 10p – spacing rehearsal (no children’s chorus)
Monday, December 8 – 6p to 11p – tech A1 (children’s chorus until 10p)
Tuesday, December 9 – 6p to 11p – tech A2 (children’s chorus until 10p)
Wednesday, December 10 – 6p to 11p – dress rehearsal
Thursday, December 11 – 6p to 11p – Invited Dress (7:30p curtain)
Performances (at Scottish Rite Center):
Friday, December 12 – 7:30p (opening)
Saturday, December 13 – 1:00p and 7:30p
Sunday, December 14 – 1:00p
Friday, December 19 – 7:30p
Saturday, December 20 – 1:00p and 7:30p
Sunday, December 21 – 1:00p (closing)
2025 Midwinter Revels adult/teen auditions.
Adult and Teen cast members typically:
- Have some previous experience as performers, such as singing in a chorus, performing in theatrical productions, performing with a dance troupe, etc. Cast members should feel comfortable being on stage.
- Have some experience learning music and lyrics. A robust ability to sight-read sheet music is not required, but general knowledge of sheet music is very helpful. It is necessary that cast members have a good musical ear and can learn and memorize music and lyrics.
- Come from a wide range of ages, races, genders, body types, communities, and abilities.
- Teens are current high school students (typically 15-19 years old) and Adults are all ages 20 and up.
The audition:
- Each audition block is 30 minutes in duration.
- Please prepare a short solo song to be performed a cappella / unaccompanied. The song should be a traditional song of some kind, e.g. a folk song, a holiday carol, a traditional children’s song/lullaby, a sea shanty, or a religious song/hymn. The song should be about 60-90 seconds long (usually 1-2 verses of a song). For this audition, please do not sing musical theater songs, jazz standards, pop/rock songs, or opera arias.
- You may be asked to do some vocal exercises or ear training assessments, guided by the music director.
- There will be a group portion which includes learning a new song and singing with a small group of other singers.
Auditions will be held:
- Saturday, May 31 from 11a to 4p at Grant Park Church (2728 NE 34th)
- Saturday, June 7 from 11a to 4p at Grant Park Church (2728 NE 34th)
Click the button below and complete the form to reserve your place on the list for the auditions. We will schedule your audition based on the availability you enter and let you know your exact time by email as soon as possible.
If you would like to audition but are unable to attend any of the listed times, or for other questions, please email auditions@portlandrevels.org.
2025 Revels Children’s Chorus auditions.
The Children’s Chorus is an exciting, talented group of young singers ages 9 – 14 who perform as a part of the December 2025 Midwinter Revels.
See above for information about 2025 Midwinter Revels rehearsal and performance schedule.
Children do not have to prepare anything for the audition. The audition will be 45 minutes of group singing, games, and other activities with Children’s Director Lynn Mendoza-Khan. The children will learn several simple pieces and may be asked to sing phrases on their own.
The first audition for the 2025 Children’s Chorus will be 10am on Sunday, June 8 at Resound NW (1532 SW Jefferson)
There will be at least one audition scheduled later in the summer, most likely late July or early August.
Please click on the button below and sign up to audition on Sunday, June 8 or to be informed when the second audition is scheduled.
Support Us!
Portland Revels continues to thrive thanks to the dedication and generosity of our community. There are a variety of ways that you can support our work and continue to help us bring people together to celebrate the seasons through song, dance and storytelling. Find the way that works best for you!
To donate by check, please mail your check to:
Portland Revels
128 NW 11th Ave.
Portland OR, 97209
Coming soon: Stock donation options! Contact us if you are interested in this option and want to learn more.
Please contact our office if you have any questions:
info@portlandrevels.org or call (503) 274-4654
Other ways to support Portland Revels:
Matching Gifts
Many companies and organizations have matching gift programs that will double or even triple your contribution. Have your gift matched today! Ask your company’s human resources department for a matching gift form. Fill out the quick and easy paperwork and include the completed form with your mailed contribution Portland Revels. We will confirm your gift to your employer, credit you with the combined gift, and publicly recognize your company’s generosity.
Individual Retirement Account - Charitable Rollover
Make a difference while reducing your tax burden! You can give any amount (up to a maximum of $100,000) per year from your IRA directly to a qualified charity such as Portland Revels without having to pay income taxes on the money.
Reasons to consider this gift option:
– Beginning in the year you turn 72, you can use your gift to satisfy all or part of your required minimum distribution (RMD).
– You pay no income taxes on the gift. The transfer generates neither taxable income nor a tax deduction, so you benefit even if you do not itemize your deductions.
– Since the gift doesn’t count as income, it can reduce your annual income level. This may help lower your Medicare premiums and decrease the amount of Social Security that is subject to tax.
Please note: We must receive your gift by Dec. 31 for your donation to qualify this year. If you have check-writing features on your IRA, please be aware that your check must clear your account by Dec. 31 to count toward your required minimum distribution for the calendar year.
Planned Giving
In these uncertain times, it is even more important to secure our future. If you have ever considered including Portland Revels in your legacy, now is a wonderful time to do so.
Donor Advised Funds
A donor-advised fund, or DAF, is like a charitable investment account for the sole purpose of supporting charitable organizations that are important to you.
When you contribute cash, securities or other assets to a donor-advised fund at a public charity, you are generally eligible to take an immediate tax deduction. Then those funds can be invested for tax-free growth, and you can recommend grants to virtually any IRS-qualified public charity. Speak to your financial planner to set up a donor advised fund.
If you wish to make a donation to Portland Revels from your donor advised fund, please request that checks are made payable to Portland Revels and mailed to the following address: Portland Revels, 128 NW 11th Avenue, Portland Oregon, 97209
Portland Revels tax identification number is 13-1134622
Fred Meyer Community Rewards
Fred Meyer Community Rewards
When you shop at Fred Meyer, you can also support Portland Revels. Through their Community Rewards program, Fred Meyer will donate to Portland Revels annually based on your percentage of spending as it relates to the total spending associated with all participating Fred Meyer Community Rewards organizations. Just set up an online account, then select Portland Revels as the charity you wish to support!
Volunteer
If you are interested in volunteering with Portland Revels, please complete the form here. We are always looking for volunteers to help us make Portland Revels programming a success.
Volunteering Activities include:
- Helping to set up and to run the annual fundraiser
- Helping backstage with a production
Supporting costume designers with construction and stitching - Calling donors and patrons to alert them to events and programs
- Planning and decorating the lobby for our shows
- Helping with Merchandise and Raffle Sales
- And more!
Board Service
Are you a passionate Reveler who wants to get more involved in the organization? Are you looking for a way to give back to this community? We encourage you to consider joining our board, a dedicated group of people who work closely with staff and are deeply involved in supporting the organization, both in the day to day and in the long term. Board service is one of the most valuable ways to support Portland Revels! Email info@portlandrevels.org if you are interested and would like to find out more.
If you are interested in other volunteer opportunities besides Midwinter Revels, please contact us via the link below!
Work With Us!
Employment Opportunities with the Portland Revels:
Thanks for your interest in working with the Portland Revels.
We have no job postings at this time.
To contact the Artistic Team about casting and auditions, please email auditions@portlandrevels.org
Portland Revels receives support from the Oregon Arts Commission, a state agency funded by the State of Oregon
and the National Endowment for the Arts.