Portland Votes on New Broadway Theater | Portland News

Portland’s city council committee just approved a bold plan to build a new, Broadway-style theater at Portland State University — potentially replacing the aging Keller Auditorium. With one dissenting vote, the decision sparks debate over whether to invest in a modern, 3,000-seat venue or upgrade the downtown staple. Critics warn of fiscal strain and lack of clear funding, while supporters argue the new theater will revitalize Portland’s arts scene. A key amendment ensures Keller renovations won’t be neglected — but without a concrete budget, the full council faces tough questions before finalizing this major cultural gamble. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d55b0ce1c8b1c2ac