ABOUT US
Mission Statement
The PORTLAND PIRATE FESTIVAL is an annual family-oriented event that promotes fun and education through Historical Re-enactment, Music, Dance, and Interactive Theater along with cultural awareness while providing philanthropic involvement with local and national charities.
Shuhe
Actor of stage & screen, puppeteer, mask performer, director, designer, educator, artistic conducter of Ensemble Loupan and pirate. As an actor and vocal artist, Shuhe has been involved with over 50 stage performances since childhood. The bulk of Shuhe's Portland experience has been his work with Tears of Joy Puppet Theatre where he has been a staple performer, marketing associate, puppet designer, writer and tour manager. He has taught puppet and mask entertainment skills to students all across the Western U.S. and is bringing his own brand of arts education to after school programs through Young Audiences and the Y.M.C.A. Ensemble Loupan was born in 2002 from the notion that "all things are possible." El promotes Portland based entertainers, such as B.O.O.M., for a wide variety of venues. www.ensemble-loupan.com & www.boompirates.com
Kate Larsen
Producer, actress, singer, pirate and mother. Born in Canada and raised in Virginia, Kate was drawn to the stage as a child and by High School had graced such stages as The Kennedy Center, Wolf Trap Farm Park and Radio City Music Hall. After studying in Europe, Kate left theater behind to become a full time singer , traveling the world working everything from cruise ships in the Mediterranean, Trans-Canal, Caribbean, and Alaska, to Hawaiian Island conventions, coordinating themed events recreating the "roaring 20's," U.S.O." shows, and the M.A.S.H. compound. Kate opened for such celebrities as LIza Manelli, Julia Iglesias, Willie Nelson, the 5th Dimension and Earth Wind and Fire. Kate has also worked in film, and in the recording studio and is the owner of Margot Productions LLC, a music production company, currently producing BOOM Pirates first cd, "Prepare to be Boarded". Her favorite role by far is mother of two talented young performers, Signe and Rafe Larsen. Kate is also a Producer and member of Ensemble Loupan and the B.O.O.M. Pirates. www.ensemble-loupan.com & www.boompirates.com
Steve C. Black
Actor, Orator, & Pirate - Hailing from Chicago, Mr. Black has been an actor of stage and screen since he was 15. Ever since his 8 years of service in the US Navy Submarine Force, Steve has been avidly involved with his passion for history and entertainment. With over 20 years experience in historical reenactment he has worn many hats such as Co-Founder of the Oregon chapter of Empire of Chivalry and Steel. As the founder of the pirate reenactment crew, B.O.O.M., Bortherhood of Oceanic Mercenaries, in 2000, he has found a way to combine his love of history with his passion for performing. He is also a staple actor with the Portland Christmas Revels. www.boompirates.com
Kevin Hendrickson
The co-creator of Portland's own all-ages pirate rock band Captain Bogg & Salty, Kevin shares numerous writing credits including original songs and book for Northwest Children's Theater musicals Scallywag the Pirate Cat and Arthur & Merlyn: The Marvelous Sword in the Stone. A music producer and recording engineer, Kevin's compositions have been licensed for print, radio, and television worldwide by companies including ABC, Walt Disney, Fisher-Price, and Music for Little People.
www.kevinhendrickson.com
