80s Kids: A 1980s Synth Pop Joyride

Schedule

Fri, 12 Jun, 2026 at 08:00 pm

UTC-08:00

Location

Star Theater | Portland, OR

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HOLY JOHN HUGHES THAT WAS SO MUCH FUN!!!Get ready to turn up the nostalgia and sing your heart out! Synthpop sweethearts Shannon Curtis and Jamie Hill return to Star Theater with 80s kids 2 the second installment of their nationally touring hit side project 80s kids.80s kids 2 lovingly referred to by those in the know as 80s kids 2: The Empire Strikes Back is a high-octane joyride through the best of 1980s synthpop tied together with funny, moving stories about growing up in the 80s.From the electrifying beats of Pet Shop Boys and New Order to the heart-on-the-sleeve melodies of OMD and Erasure, this show is a love letter to the decade of iconic anthems and underdog heroes.This dynamic concert-style theater show features all-time favorites from Thompson Twins, Soft Cell, Alphaville, Naked Eyes, The Human League, and many more delivered in a wildly fun and interactive performance that feels like youre experiencing them live for the first time.With awesome, authentic sound, amazing immersive video art, killer merch, inclusive energy, and magnetic, joyful stage presence, this hit show is an experience that you dont want to miss. Get your tickets today!* Freebies at the merch table for people wearing 80s fashion!Live videos and more information: https://80skids.live RAVES FROM AROUND THE COUNTRYHOLY JOHN HUGHES THAT WAS SO MUCH FUN!!! You guys were amazing!! Andrea W, Burlington, VTI wasnt sure what to expect from your show, but I didnt have any idea it was going to be that amazing. That was phenomenal!! Mary S, St. Louis, MOOMG that was so incredible!! It was sincerely the best time Ive had in months. Simone D, Oakland, CAIt was electric, exciting, and emotional. I needed to see your show so much more than I anticipated! Hillary C, San Diego, CAMy partner and I had such a great time singing and dancing along to literally every single song! SO. Friggin. Good!! Brenton S, Austin, TX

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This event is 21 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 21 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible for a refund.
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Star Theater, Portland, United States
Tickets

USD 35.51

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