Future Portland Performing Arts Feedback Form

Keller Auditorium has been a cornerstone of Portland's arts community for more than a century. As the City of Portland plans for the future of premier performing arts, several exciting possibilities have emerged:

Renovate the current Keller Auditorium on site
Build a new facility at Lloyd Center
Build a new facility at Portland State University

The City of Portland seeks your feedback. All feedback will remain anonymous.

For more information, visit Portland.gov/Keller.

Question Title

* 1. What is your 5-digit ZIP Code?

Question Title

* 2. How would you describe yourself? (Select all that apply)

I am a Portland resident.

I live or work in downtown Portland.

I do not live in Portland, but I visit or recreate in Portland.

I am a business owner in Portland.

I am an employee or performer at Keller Auditorium or another performing arts venue in Portland.

I consider myself an arts enthusiast; I attend at least 6 performances per year.

Other (please specify)

Question Title

* 3. Have you ever attended an event at Keller Auditorium?

Yes

Unsure

Question Title

* 4. In the last year, how frequently have you attended an event at Keller Auditorium or another performing arts venue in Portland?

Often

Occasionally

Never

Question Title

* 5. Please select the top 3 priorities you typically consider when attending a performance.

Accessible venue (e.g., auditory, mobility, physical, visual)

Access to public transit/bicycle parking

Access to vehicle parking

Neighborhood amenities (bars, shops, outdoor spaces)

Flexible community and educational spaces

Modern comforts and amenities (restrooms, seating, concessions)

State of the art technology (for both performers and attendees)

Question Title

* 6. If the City and its partners were to develop a funding solution that ensured a mix of public and private investments, including significant philanthropic participation where local funding from the City does not put a strain on the City’s budget, would you support the City’s investment into a new performing arts facility?

Yes

Unsure

Question Title

* 7. The Keller Auditorium is a City owned asset. If Broadway shows and other large theatrical performances were to relocate to a new facility, what idea(s) do you have for the use of the current Keller site? (Please share a few sentences)

Question Title

* 8. One possibility for the future of performing arts is considering a site on the eastside of the Central City. How would a venue east of the Willamette River feel for you? (Please share a few sentences)

Question Title

* 9. Renovating the Keller could involve an extended construction closure or multiple construction closures. Would this impact you?

Yes

Unsure

Briefly explain (optional)

Question Title

* 10. What values should decision-makers prioritize as the City of Portland plans for the future of large-scale performing arts in Portland? (Please share a few sentences)

Question Title

* 11. What is your age?

Under 18

18-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

Over 65

Prefer not to answer

Question Title

* 12. What is your racial or ethnic identity? (Select all that apply)

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian or Asian American

Black or African American

Hispanic or Latina/o/x

Middle Eastern or North African

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander

White

Another race

Two or more races

Prefer not to answer

To stay up to date on this project, please subscribe to the City of Portland's Office of Arts & Culture e-newsletter here: Portland.gov/CityArtsNewsletter