As the 2013 Oregon Legislature swings into session (February 4), many eyes will be on the unique Cultural Tax Credit, the main, vital revenue stream for the Oregon Cultural Trust.

This innovative Oregon law enacted in December 2002, will sunset at the end of this year if not renewed by the Legislature this spring.On April 25, the Creative Advocacy Coalition will hold a rally and day of advocacy meetings at the Capitol Building in Salem, to support renewal of the Cultural Tax Credit.

Leading up to and following this event, several performing arts groups will be showing excerpts from their current seasons in the Capitol Rotunda at noon.

March 8, Portland Opera

April 11, Metropolitan Youth Symphony

May 10, PHAME Academy

June 14, Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, Dragon Puppet Theatre