Oregon Art Beat

50 years of tradition, talent and community: North Portland’s Jefferson Dancers celebrate a major milestone

By Elizabeth Miller (OPB) and Emily Hamilton (OPB)

April 14, 2026 1 p.m. Updated: April 15, 2026 12:43 a.m.

The 50th anniversary special performance by Jefferson High School’s nationally renowned dance program is April 16-18 at the Newmark Theater.

Tags: High School, Dance, Arts, Arts And Culture, Portland Public Schools, Education, Students