Additional Programming

Georgia Black Imminent Needs Fund:

Named for the epic and graceful trans woman Georgia Black, is a imminent needs fund for Black trans folks in dire need financial and housing assistance. In partnership with Black and Beyond the Binary, Ten, Tiny, Talks Artists in need and who reside in Multnomah County are fast tracked to housing assistance. Modest financial assistance is available to a limited number applicants.

The West Coast Black Circus:

Is the West Coast’s Black run, operated and staffed circus troupe and educational program for pro-track and recreational artists. Housed in Echo Theater West physical theater and circus school, the West Coast Black Circus (WCBC) is a home for new, emerging and established performers from a variety of disciplines and interests. Black artists can receive full or partial scholarships, discounted training and work study options for pro-track and certain recreational courses. Scholarships are based on need and are first come first serve. Classes for 2024 begin January 1st!

Contact: Blackcircus0@gmail.com or follow on Instagram: @westcoastblackcircus

The Peacock House:

The Peacock House short term resident housing (arriving Spring 2024) are artist guest houses and short-term housing for resident artists and those in the community who need a temporary amount of time to complete creative projects or reflect. The guest houses will be at Peacock House, a west side urban farm on the traditional Atfalati and Kalapuya lands now known as Aloha, Oregon.