Immersive shows in Portland, Oregon [Video]

By Emma Claire Ambroziak

Portland, OR is well-known for its vibrant art scene. Creative self-expression on the streets, ever-changing art galleries, murals, graffiti and frequent vendor fairs all contribute to the city’s artsy reputation. Lesser known are the immersive art shows that blend a variety of art forms and engage audiences through multi-sensory experiences. Below are the city’s most immersive, innovative immersive shows in Portland this year — from planetarium-based plays to well-loved festivals to full-on horror experiences — designed to take art viewership and participation to the next level, for locals and tourists alike.

1. FATHOM Immersive Art Exhibit – downtown Portland

Launching our list of immersive shows in Portland: this underwater, mystical realm is only the first step in the local artists’ plan to establish a larger, permanent, Roboto Octopodo exhibit in the Portland Metro Area. Only open until February 28th, this downtown immersive art exhibit blends absurdity and mysticality to bring together FATHOM, an 8,000 square foot world inspired …