We're looking for a Graphic Designer to bring The World We Create to life.
Portland Queer Arts Foundation is seeking a contract graphic designer to develop the visual identity for the 3rd Annual Portland Queer Arts Spectacular — our biggest show yet.
What you'll design:
Handbills, posters, a 16-page program, social media assets, digital banners, and more — all anchored by a bold, original look and feel for the 2026 Spectacular.
The details:
💰 $1,200 contract fee
📅 Proposals due May 12, 2026
🏆 Designer selected May 17
🔗 Apply Using the Link in Our Bio
BIPOC, trans, nonbinary, and disabled artists are strongly encouraged to apply. Link in bio to apply and see the full project scope.
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Auditions for the 2026 Queer Arts Spectacular are officially open!
All disciplines are welcome. Drag. Dance. Vocals. Spoken word. Poetry. Original music. Short film. Visual art. Burlesque. Cabaret. Circus. Street Performance. Voguing. Aerial. Clowning. Miming. Puppetry. Any other experimental or whimsical performance styles? If you make something, we want to see it.
Two ways to audition: In person on April 27 or 28, 2026 at Resound NW — 7:30–9:30 PM each evening. Or by video: submit a recording of an existing piece. A previous performance or rehearsal recording is great.
Your piece should reflect this year’s theme: The World We Create — or your interpretation of what that means. There's no single right answer.
Artist stipend: $550 for all planned rehearsals and performances.
Portland Queer Arts Foundation celebrates and affirms queer and trans artists of all races, ethnicities, genders, abilities, and experiences. BIPOC, trans, nonbinary, disabled, and other historically marginalized artists are strongly encouraged to apply.
Artistic Director: @danyoswitzer
📝 Sign-up now — link in our bio
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Meet your 2026 Portland Queer Arts Spectacular Artistic Director.
Daniel Switzer (he/him/they, @danyoswitzer ) is a performer, director, choreographer, and multidisciplinary creative whose work lives at the intersection of theatricality, collaboration, and community. Daniel has spent more than a decade performing on Broadway — including Wicked, Newsies, Frozen and more — before planting roots in the Pacific Northwest and turning his attention to directing, choreography, and making things from scratch.
This year’s theme, The World We Create, explores queer identity through the act of creation. The act of making something that didn't exist before you did.
In Daniel's words: "I've always believed art can change how people see the world. The World We Create is our chance to ask: what world are we making? What does it look like when we build it together?"
This fall, that question takes the stage again for two nights at the Alberta Rose Theatre (@albertarose.theatre ).
🏳️🌈 2026 Portland Queer Arts Spectacular: The World We Create
📅 September 19 & 20, 2026 • 7:00 PM
📍Alberta Rose Theatre
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🌈 We’re Looking for Our Next Artistic Director.
Portland Queer Arts Foundation is now accepting proposals for the 2026 Portland Queer Arts Spectacular.
Each year, we invite a new guest Artistic Director to bring bold vision, collaborative leadership, and a unifying theme to our flagship multidisciplinary performance. The Spectacular returns to the Alberta Rose Theatre on September 19–20, 2026, and we’re seeking a queer creative leader ready to shape an unforgettable evening of art, joy, and community.
✨ $2,500 stipend
🎭 Curate across disciplines
🤝 Foster collaboration
🌟 Center queer voices
We strongly encourage BIPOC, trans, nonbinary, disabled, and historically marginalized artists to apply.
📅 Proposals due March 22
🔗 Learn more & apply at the link in our bio
Help us spread the word — the future of queer art in Portland starts here.
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More delectable footage from the @pdxpqa spectacular. Dam, yall GOT to come to the next one. Stay tuned
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Come see @2baes.derektommy perform at the GAYBORHOOD show on the 15th! It's gonna be epic!! Tix link in bio👌
**footage from @pdxpqa another amazing show. Stay tuned for more info on that!
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Dam G, shoutout to @pdxpqa for this legendary footage of the show. Also special thanks to @sequoiaselene for comin out, u a real one. And my amazing background vocalists🫴 @mxfoxyroxyfullamoxy@clock.hart@alonefeaturingcompany Hope yall get a chance to see the next one, there's some insane acts gonna be in it🤯💀 #PortlandQueerArtsSpectacular #PQA #GayRapper #QueerHipHop #QueerArtist #LGBTQMusic #PortlandMusic #PNWMusic #HipHop #LiveMusic #QueerArt #PortlandEvents
Today is Giving Tuesday!
Your gift to Portland Queer Arts Foundation goes twice as far thanks to a generous matching donor. 🌟
As a newly recognized 501(c)(3), all donations to PQA are tax-deductible and eligible for corporate matching through programs like Benevity — meaning your support has even greater impact.
Your generosity fuels paid opportunities for LGBTQ+ artists, community listening sessions, and the joyful, inclusive programs that keep queer creativity thriving in Portland.
✨ Donate today to double your impact using the link in our bio.
#GivingTuesday #SupportQueerArtists #PortlandArts #LGBTQCreatives #pdxpqa #QueerArtsMatter
Today is Giving Tuesday!
Your gift to Portland Queer Arts Foundation goes twice as far thanks to a generous matching donor. 🌟
As a newly recognized 501(c)(3), all donations to PQA are tax-deductible and eligible for corporate matching through programs like Benevity — meaning your support has even greater impact.
Your generosity fuels paid opportunities for LGBTQ+ artists, community listening sessions, and the joyful, inclusive programs that keep queer creativity thriving in Portland.
✨ Donate today to double your impact using the link in our bio.
#GivingTuesday #SupportQueerArtists #PortlandArts #LGBTQCreatives #pdxpqa #QueerArtsMatter
Today is Giving Tuesday!
Your gift to Portland Queer Arts Foundation goes twice as far thanks to a generous matching donor. 🌟
As a newly recognized 501(c)(3), all donations to PQA are tax-deductible and eligible for corporate matching through programs like Benevity — meaning your support has even greater impact.
Your generosity fuels paid opportunities for LGBTQ+ artists, community listening sessions, and the joyful, inclusive programs that keep queer creativity thriving in Portland.
✨ Donate today to double your impact using the link in our bio.
#GivingTuesday #SupportQueerArtists #PortlandArts #LGBTQCreatives #pdxpqa #QueerArtsMatter
Today is Giving Tuesday!
Your gift to Portland Queer Arts Foundation goes twice as far thanks to a generous matching donor. 🌟
As a newly recognized 501(c)(3), all donations to PQA are tax-deductible and eligible for corporate matching through programs like Benevity — meaning your support has even greater impact.
Your generosity fuels paid opportunities for LGBTQ+ artists, community listening sessions, and the joyful, inclusive programs that keep queer creativity thriving in Portland.
✨ Donate today to double your impact using the link in our bio.
#GivingTuesday #SupportQueerArtists #PortlandArts #LGBTQCreatives #pdxpqa #QueerArtsMatter
Today is Giving Tuesday!
Your gift to Portland Queer Arts Foundation goes twice as far thanks to a generous matching donor. 🌟
As a newly recognized 501(c)(3), all donations to PQA are tax-deductible and eligible for corporate matching through programs like Benevity — meaning your support has even greater impact.
Your generosity fuels paid opportunities for LGBTQ+ artists, community listening sessions, and the joyful, inclusive programs that keep queer creativity thriving in Portland.
✨ Donate today to double your impact using the link in our bio.
#GivingTuesday #SupportQueerArtists #PortlandArts #LGBTQCreatives #pdxpqa #QueerArtsMatter
