Onstage company
Documented collaborators
The Jefferson Dancers are a staple of the Portland performing arts scene, choreographed and led by a lineage that spans decades. Founded in the early 1980s by Mary Vinton Folberg, the company has grown into a celebrated ensemble known for precise technique, expressive storytelling, and bold collaborations. Since 1999, Artistic Director Steve Gonzales has guided the company with a hands-on, artist-first approach that keeps the repertoire fresh while honoring institutional memory.