GUMBO... a steel magnolia in the Rose City

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Eat, drink, laugh, and dance in this interactive theatrical experience of one woman’s journey to the heart of her Louisiana heritage! - Bienvenue en Louisiane!  Welcome to GUMBO... a steel magnolia in the Rose City!Gumbo logo designed by Jeffrey TateAs a born and bred Louisiana girl turned Portlander, I have often found myself explaining my home and my culture. Gumbo was born out of years of research into my own Cajun and Creole family history and a desire to share that heritage. In this solo show, I lead the audience through an interactive theatrical performance of the history and cult ...

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