Oregon Experience

Season 10

TV-G
From historical biographies to issues and events that have shaped the state, explore Oregon's rich past and gain a better understanding of its historical, social and political fabric.

Where to Watch Oregon Experience • Season 10

5 Episodes

  • Oregon Shakespeare Festival
    E1
    Oregon Shakespeare FestivalThis one-hour episode explores the origins and the evolution of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival – how one man's vision for a holiday event grew to become the economic mainstay of the city of Ashland and a major presence in American Theater.
  • Jewish Frontier
    E2
    Jewish FrontierOregon's Jewish pioneers were among the region's first settlers. Arriving with the gold miners, they came for a better life away from persecution. In the process, they helped build the businesses and civic organizations that shaped the state.
  • Thomas Condon, of Faith and Fossils
    E3
    Thomas Condon, of Faith and FossilsThe DeAutremont brothers botched robbery of a train in 1923 was one of the first uses of forensic science in solving a train robbery. After a massive manhunt, the brothers were caught tried in what was billed as the Crime of the Century.
  • Jazz Town
    E4
    Jazz Town"Jazz Town" examines the vibrant, post-World War II eruption of music and nightlife in North and Northeast Portland. A colorful and significant chapter in the city's cultural narrative, this short-lived period is largely unknown to many Oregonians. Produced by Eric Cain and edited by Bruce Barrow
  • Darcelle XV
    E5
    Darcelle XVAt age 85, Portland's Darcelle is the nation's oldest performing drag queen, and operates what is thought to be the country's longest running drag revue. Throughout her long career she has been a part of revolutionary change within the LGBT community. Today, Walter Cole, as Darcelle XV, remains Portland's iconic Drag Queen.

 

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