Are you prepared for the ultimate arts experience?
167 performances. 21 venues. 10 days. Portand Institute for Contemporary Art's annual convergence of contemporary performance, dance, music, new media and visual arts projects requires more than a ticket—you need a plan.
TBA:08 Festival Catalog
The festival catalog is available in print and online. Pick up your print copy at TBA Central (224 NW 13th Avenue) or download your free copy.
The festival catalog is chock full of valuable information: artist profiles, schedules, ticket and pass information, transportation options and more. It provides a great introduction to the Time-Based Art Festival (TBA).
Experiment
As you study the TBA festival catalog, keep in mind that the intent of the festival is to push boundaries. If you truly want the ultimate arts experience, then baby, you've got to stretch! Stimulate yourself with something new—consider seeing a performance that is outside your comfort zone.
Create "Your List"
Build your TBA itinerary online with "Your List." This is one of the best tools available to maximize your schedule. All of the TBA:08 performance and event options are listed by date and time—choose, arrange, and repeat until you've created the ultimate arts experience. Registration is free, but required. Share your list with friends!
TBA Central
TBA Central is the information hub of all things TBA. If you need help planning your itinerary, or need suggestions on what to see, and desire connection with a friendly, smiling face—this option is for you! At TBA Central, you can also buy advance tickets to shows, festival passes, purchase PICA and TBA:08 merchandise, register for TBA Institute Workshops and make performance reservations.
Open Daily : 12 p.m.-6 p.m., September 5-14, 224 NW 13th Avenue
Flex Passes
The Flex Pass offers one of the best values for attending TBA. You have access to 8 main stage performances, films, lectures or workshops, free admission to THE WORKS and discounts on PICA merchandise. Seats are held for pass holders at most shows, so be sure to check in with onsite staff to claim your seat. Some shows require advance reservations (noted in the catalog). Seats for pass holders are held until 15 minutes before each show.
TBA on a Budget
Believe it or not, many TBA events are free or low cost. Check out the catalog for options.
Ticket Holders: Arrive Early
All performances start promptly, so be sure to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the performance. Any unclaimed pass holder seats will be released for general ticket sales 15 minutes prior to the show.
Dress to Decompress
TBA doesn't have a dress code, but it does pay to be comfortable. You may be running to get from one performance to the next. Think comfort and dress accordingly.
Leave Your Car at Home
Many venues are within walking distance of the Pearl, or a short streetcar ride away. PICA encourages walking, riding your bike, taking a pedicab or using public transit. Parking can be limited, so leave the car at home—it's much more relaxing without it.
Read the PICA Blog
Written by members of PICA's press corps, the PICA blog offers a variety of perspectives on TBA:08. Hint: You never know who might be blogging for PICA!
Sign Up: PICA E-newsletter
PICA's e-newsletter is distributed every day of the festival and keeps you up-to-date on schedule changes, sold out shows, and other TBA news you can use. Sign up on PICA's web site.
