Mission:
To cultivate creativity and inspire our community through the arts.
Values:
Inclusivity
We believe that the arts should welcome the expression and creativity of every person. We see art as a bridge that connects the people in our communities across cultures and artistic traditions.
Fiscal Responsibility
We value the financial support of our community and use the resources we are entrusted with wisely. We strive to offer high quality arts experiences that meet our mission and our budget, while fairly compensating artists and our staff.
Community
We believe that community engagement with the arts strengthens the social fabric of our cities. We create arts and culture programs that bring people together and we support other community organizations that do the same, embracing our longstanding leadership role in an increasingly vibrant artistic community. We believe that arts education in schools lays the foundation for children’s lifelong enrichment through art and future success in their chosen endeavors.
Inspiration
We bring creativity and ingenuity to our work and respond nimbly to changing circumstances. With a playful and innovative spirit, we embrace and showcase the artistry in everyday life. We provide arts experiences and resources that fill unmet needs in our community, and do it with style and flair.
Respect/Kindness
We conduct our business with respect and expect the same of those who work with us. In the way we work with staff, partners, and artists, we model the way we believe professionals and artists should be treated. We value kindness in every interaction.
