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Welcome to Can Can, the intimate cabaret theatre in the heart of Portland. Reopened as Can Can's Paris Theatre on November 21, 2025, this venue preserves its storied past while delivering modern, pre-assigned seating across VIP, Preferred, and Standard tiers. With a capacity of approximately 100–140 seats, Can Can offers an up-close experience for Can Can Productions’ cabaret performances and seasonal spectacles like the Nutcracker adaptation "Twas the Night Before Nutcracker". This page provides practical details to help you secure your seats and plan your visit, from parking and transit to nearby lodging and dining options.
Located at 6 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204, Can Can sits in the vibrant Old Town/Chinatown district, a short ride from downtown hotels and walkable to a variety of eateries. Whether you’re a locals-first opera fan or visiting for a special night out, we’ve got you covered with reliable, straightforward guidance to make tickets and logistics simple.
Seating at Can Can is pre-assigned, with distinct tiers to suit different preferences and budgets. VIP seats offer premium proximity to the stage, Preferred seats balance visibility and value, and Standard seats provide an accessible entry point—though some Standard seats may have limited visibility. Consider planning ahead for sold-out performances by securing your seats early through our trusted ticket partners. For transit, Can Can is conveniently served by Portland’s public transportation network, including proximity to the Old Town/Chinatown MAX station and multiple TriMet bus routes. Parking options nearby include Parking NW - SW 3rd Ave, Ankeny Lot, and the US Bancorp Tower Garage (121 SW 4th Ave); refer to the local parking guide for the latest rates and availability. Nearby hotels and restaurants are plentiful, and we’ve highlighted affiliate partners to help you book stays and meals with ease.
Important: If a show date is rescheduled or announced as a Date to be announced, we’ll update this page accordingly. For the most current details about Can Can’s schedule, simply check the event listings and select your preferred date.
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Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location and address: 6 SW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97204
- Venue type: intimate cabaret/theatre (Can Can Productions)
- Capacity: approximately 100–140 seats
- Seating: pre-assigned seating with VIP, Preferred, and Standard tiers; standard seats may have limited visibility
- Renamed/demolished note: formerly Paris Theatre; closed in 2019; reopened as Can Can's Paris Theatre on November 21, 2025
- Notable events hosted: Can Can’s cabaret productions; opening Nutcracker adaptation Twas the Night Before Nutcracker during the 2025 season
- Parking: nearby options include Parking NW - SW 3rd Ave and Ankeny lot and US Bancorp Tower Garage (121 SW 4th Ave); see local parking guide
- Transit: accessible via Portland public transit with Old Town/Chinatown/MAX station nearby and multiple TriMet bus routes