On a recent Thursday afternoon, Keller Auditorium was abuzz as employees darted around in bow ties and overcoats.
Oregon Ballet Theatre's "Rhapsody in Blue" with Pink Martini was on the bill, one of many upcoming shows at the Keller, including the returning Portland Singing Christmas Tree, a performance of "The Nutcracker," and the ever-popular "Book of Mormon."
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