One Last Performance/Bolero: Oregon Ballet Theatre at TEDxPortland

Introduced by OBT Artistic Director, Kevin Irving, TEDxPortland was treated to a once in a lifetime performance with principal dancer of 18 years, Alison Roper, and former principal dancer Artur Sultanov -- with an excerpt from Nicolo Fonte's, BOLERO.

Founded in 1989, Oregon Ballet Theatre isthe state's largest full-time professional ballet company. OBT's mission is to inspire an enduring passion and appreciation for the unique art formof dance through artistic excellence, thrilling live performances, innovative choreography and exceptional educational programs. The nationally and internationally acclaimed Oregon Ballet Theatre is recognized for its dynamic approach to both classical and contemporary ballet.
Event Recap - April 12, 2014 at the Keller Auditorium with 2900+ in attendance marked the 4th installment for TEDxPortland. Committed to ideas worth spreading in the Rose City and beyond, 55+ volunteers, worked year round to organize this one-day event featuring 14 speakers and 4 performances. This year's theme was PERFECT.

With special thanks to the UNIVERSITY OF OREGON for presenting partnership, a world class stage design provided by HENRY V, an incredible legacy bound book provided by PREMIER PRESS and to the creative digital craft provided by INSTRUMENT. All of our "Perfect Partners" can be found here:

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)