Ashlee Radney performs in LineStorm Playwrights' SMALL BITES at the 2024 Fertile Ground Festival. Photo by Heath Hyun Houghton

Attending the Festival

Over the course of the 16 days of the 2025 Fertile Ground Festival- from April 4-19 – there are over 150 performances for audiences to attend, from 46 different producers. Here are some important details to know:

  • There is no single Fertile Ground location. While there are three “Partner Venues” serving as Festival hubs this year (21ten, CoHo, and the Back Door Theatres), Fertile Ground shows are also taking place in 20+ other locations.
  • Ticket prices and types are set by each Producer, with the majority of ticket sales (minus a small percentage of fees) going directly back to Producers.
  • Purchase a Festival Pass that is good for either 6, 10, or unlimited free tickets* or…
  • You may choose to purchase tickets on a show-by-show basis for all of the Fertile Ground projects that pique your interest.

2025 Venues & Locations

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Accessing Website and Venues

Please email Tamara Carroll at fertileground@portlandtheatre.com to get help navigating our website or ticketing system, if you have questions about the accessibility of performances and venues, or any other questions, concerns, or feedback.

Quick Links

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Contact

fertileground@portlandtheatre.com