OUR CORE VALUES

Excellence

We strive to exceed expectations and maintain the highest possible quality and professionalism in all our activities. We seek out artists, educators and programming of exceptional quality.

Innovation

We are creative, open to change and willing to take risks as an entrepreneurial leader in the performing arts field. We are committed to presenting novel and innovative programming.

Collaboration

We work together in a missiondriven spirit of teamwork, mutual support and the sharing of ideas and responsibilities. We proactively pursue opportunities to collaborate with artists and community partners.

Inclusion

We value and embrace all people and perspectives as we serve the entire Indiana community through a diverse range of programming and cultural experiences.

Integrity

We demonstrate honesty, fairness and transparency, with a focus on the Center’s long-term success. We live up to our responsibilities and hold others accountable to do the same.

DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

The arts are for everyone.

The Center for the Performing Arts and the Great American Songbook Foundation strive to be models and leaders in the community by creating a welcoming, affirming environment that is anti-racist and dedicated to advancing social justice and human rights, in which all employees, patrons and other visitors feel safe, supported, respected and valued.

We treasure the arts for their unique ability to express the individual spirit while celebrating our common humanity. Our mission to engage, inspire and educate encompasses the entire Indiana community and leaves no room for exclusion or discrimination of any kind, whether based on race, color, age, sex, religion, ethnicity, national origin, disability, socioeconomic status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. Diversity, equity, inclusion and empowerment are essential principles that guide our decisions as an employer and as a presenter of public events.