Community Placemaking With Creative Spaces

Places matter. Creativity matters. Where we gather as a community and how we experience not only each other but works of art truly impact how we perceive the world. This became very clear to Michael Curry who has traveled the world creating award winning live entertainment, and why he is so passionate about preserving our community and encouraging everyone to get creative.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=RszWZenvvDE

We could not do this without community support. With special thanks to the University of Oregon for their presenting partnership. The world-class stage design and lighting program provided by Meyer Pro Inc and Outlaw Lighting. The incredible legacy bound Event Book provided by Premier Press. Lastly, the brand identity and creative digital craft provided by our Agency of Record - Thesis. All of our Partners and event history can be found at TEDxPortland.com Michael Curry is an award-winning visual concept designer and one of the most prolific and sought-after live entertainment creative directors of the past 30 years. Michael is best known for his innovative character and puppetry designs across multiple theatrical forms, including award-winning productions in theater, spectacle, opera, dance, film, ceremonies, and themed entertainment. Michael works closely with his long-term team in Portland, Oregon, where they constantly innovate for future projects and support ongoing theatrical productions worldwide, including The Lion King and Frozen. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx

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