activities · 27
what they do
direct service · 27
- Community Engagement and OutreachThe organization provides community engagement events such as free performances, artist in residency programming, and tickets for veterans. They also offer free and accessible performances within the Chandler community and operate an Artists in Residence initiative to connect artists with the community.
- Developing New ProductionsThe organization is developing a new production, "The Yellowroot: A Juke Joint Cabaret," which celebrates African American folklore and music through jazz, blues, and soul, set to premiere in March 2027.
- Developing Youth Leadership in Arts Youth Multidisciplinary Arts EducationThe organization operates an intensive program for teens, the Youth Arts Council, which focuses on arts appreciation, community service, and leadership skills.
- Facilitating Community Arts EngagementThe organization provides community engagement events such as free performances, artist-in-residency programming, audition and theatre workshops, and free performances within the Chandler community, including for veterans.
- Facilitating community engagement through arts programsThe organization provides community engagement events such as free performances, artist in residency programming, and tickets for veterans. They also operate an Artists in Residence initiative to connect artists with the community and offer free audition workshops.
- Maintaining and Renovating Facilities Theater Renovation and ModernizationThe organization undertakes major renovations to its theater spaces to enhance accessibility, comfort, and the overall patron experience, including replacing seating, installing new flooring, and updating infrastructure, while continuing programming at alternative locations during the renovation period.
- Off-site and Virtual ProgrammingThe organization offers programming at alternative locations during renovation periods, including a Free Summer Concert Series and Ballet Under the Stars. They also present the "CCA Anywhere Series" which offers virtual performances.
- Offering Ticketing and Patron Services Arts Ticket Access ProgramsThe organization provides multiple methods for patrons to purchase tickets, including online, in-person, and over the phone, and offers subscription series, group discounts, gift cards, and concession services.
- Offering ticketing and patron services Arts Ticket Access ProgramsThe organization provides multiple methods for patrons to purchase tickets, including online, in-person, and over the phone. They offer a "Pick Five Subscription Series" with discounts, priority purchase opportunities and discounts for groups, and gift cards valid for tickets and concessions.
- Operating Performance and Exhibition Venues Performing Arts Venue OperationsThe organization operates three performance spaces: a 1,500-seat Main Stage, a 350-seat Hal Bogle Theatre, and a 250-seat Recital Hall, along with The Gallery at CCA, for performances and art exhibitions. These venues are equipped with accessible seating and other accommodations for patrons.
- Operating Performance and Exhibition Venues Performing Arts Venue OperationsThe organization operates three performance spaces: a 1,500-seat Main Stage, a 350-seat Hal Bogle Theatre, and a 250-seat Recital Hall, along with The Gallery at CCA, for performances and art exhibitions.
- Operating a Youth Arts Council Youth Multidisciplinary Arts EducationThe organization operates an intensive program for teens, the Youth Arts Council, which focuses on arts appreciation, community service, and leadership skills.
- Operating performance venues and art galleries Performing Arts Venue OperationsThe organization operates three performance spaces: a 1,500-seat Main Stage, a 350-seat Hal Bogle Theatre, and a 250-seat Recital Hall, along with The Gallery at CCA, for performances and art exhibitions. These facilities include accessible seating and are used by Chandler's students for arts curriculum and school performances during the week.
- Presenting Performing Arts and Exhibitions Multi-Genre Live Performance HostingThe organization presents a variety of performances, exhibitions, and events for the public, including musical theater, jazz concerts, ABBA tribute shows, and rotating art exhibitions, often featuring both established and emerging artists.
- Presenting Performing Arts and Exhibitions Multi-Genre Live Performance HostingThe organization presents a variety of performances, exhibitions, and events for the public, including musical theater, jazz concerts, ABBA tribute shows, and rotating art exhibitions. They host weekly performances and offer a "Pick Five Subscription Series" for discounted tickets.
- Presenting diverse performing arts and exhibitions Multi-Genre Live Performance HostingThe organization presents a variety of performances, exhibitions, and events for the public on weekends, including musical acts, jazz concerts, and rotating art exhibitions. They also develop new productions, such as "The Yellowroot: A Juke Joint Cabaret," and offer virtual performances through the "CCA Anywhere Series."
- Providing Accessibility Accommodations Physical & Sensory Accessibility AccommodationsThe organization provides accessible seating, hearing assistance devices, and other accommodations to patrons to ensure inclusivity in its performance spaces.
- Providing Arts Education and Engagement for Youth Youth Multidisciplinary Arts EducationThe organization offers free and low-cost arts engagement activities for youth through its "Connecting Kids" and "Theatre Kids" programs, including field trip-oriented shows, workshops, musical theater camps, and art workshops for ages 6-16.
- Providing Arts Education and Engagement for Youth Youth Multidisciplinary Arts EducationThe organization offers free and low-cost arts engagement activities for youth through its "Connecting Kids" and "Theatre Kids" programs, including field trip-oriented shows, workshops, and musical theater camps. They also run Vision Kids art workshops for ages 6-16 and an intensive Youth Arts Council for teens.
- Providing arts education and engagement for youth Youth Multidisciplinary Arts EducationThe organization offers free and low-cost arts engagement activities for youth through its "Connecting Kids" program, including field trip-oriented shows and workshops via its Theatre Kids program. They also conduct Vision Kids, a series of art workshops for youth aged 6 to 16, and offer musical theater camps taught by professional artists.
- Providing facility toursThe organization provides tours of its facilities for school groups and potential renters.
- Supporting Local Arts and EducationThe organization provides its facility for Chandler's students to use for arts curriculum and school performances during the week and offers free audition workshops for aspiring actors. They also accept requests for donations of complimentary ticket vouchers for other non-profit organizations and for fundraising activities.
- Supporting Local EducationThe organization provides its facility for Chandler's students to use for arts curriculum and school performances during the week and offers tours for school groups.
- Supporting Other Non-Profits Arts Ticket Access ProgramsThe organization accepts requests for donations of complimentary ticket vouchers for other non-profit organizations and for fundraising and community activities.
- Supporting other non-profits through ticket donations Arts Ticket Access ProgramsThe organization accepts requests for donations of complimentary ticket vouchers for other non-profit organizations and for fundraising and community activities.
- Theater Renovation and Maintenance Theater Renovation and ModernizationThe organization is undertaking a major theater renovation from June 2026 to October 2026 to enhance accessibility, comfort, and the patron experience, including replacing seating, installing new flooring, and maintaining fire sprinkler systems, theatrical rigging, and electrical infrastructure.
- Ticketing and Patron Services Arts Ticket Access ProgramsThe organization provides multiple methods for patrons to purchase tickets, including online, in-person, and over the phone. They offer priority purchase opportunities and discounts for groups, and provide bar and concession services.
strategies · 14
how they think
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- Connecting and inspiring communities through inclusive arts experiences arts engagementThe organization aims to connect communities and inspire engagement by providing inclusive, enriching, and accessible arts experiences and events.
- Cultivating emerging artistic talent emerging_artist_platformThe organization provides performance opportunities for emerging musicians by featuring them alongside established artists in curated concert programs, fostering their growth and exposure.
- Cultural preservation and education through performance cultural preservation and educationThe organization uses storytelling, theatrical performances, and musical presentations to celebrate and preserve cultural traditions, such as mariachi music and African American folklore, while inspiring future generations.
- Customer-centric service for an welcoming entertainment environment customer-centric approachThe organization prioritizes excellent customer service to assist patrons with their needs and provide a welcoming environment for entertainment.
- Fostering community engagement through inclusive arts experiences arts_engagementThe organization connects communities and inspires engagement by providing inclusive and enriching arts experiences, making high-quality arts accessible to a broad audience.
- Fostering community engagement through inclusive arts experiences arts_engagementThe organization believes that providing inclusive and enriching arts experiences connects communities and inspires engagement. This is achieved through various community engagement events and accessible, high-quality arts programming.
- Fostering youth development through arts engagement youth development through artsThe organization believes that providing arts experiences to young people positively impacts their developmental growth, leading to increased success in academics and life skills.
- Preserving and promoting cultural heritage through performance and education cultural_preservation_and_promotionThe organization honors and celebrates cultural traditions, such as mariachi music and African American folklore, through performances and storytelling to inspire future generations and reflect community gathering spaces.
- Preserving and promoting cultural heritage through performance and education cultural_preservation_and_promotionThe organization honors and celebrates cultural traditions, such as mariachi music and African American folklore, through performances and storytelling to inspire future generations and reflect community spirit.
- Promoting youth development through arts education youth_development_through_artsThe organization believes that arts experiences positively impact the developmental growth of young people, leading to increased success in academics and life skills.
- Providing a platform for emerging artists emerging_artist_platformThe organization offers performance opportunities for emerging musicians by featuring them alongside established artists in curated concert programs, fostering their growth and exposure.
- Providing a welcoming and supportive customer experience customer_centric_approachThe organization prioritizes customer service to assist patrons with their needs and create a welcoming environment for entertainment.
- Providing a welcoming and supportive environment for patrons customer_centric_approachThe organization prioritizes customer service to assist patrons with their needs and ensure a welcoming environment for entertainment.
- Supporting youth development through arts experiences youth_development_through_artsThe organization believes that providing arts experiences to young people positively impacts their developmental growth, leading to increased success in academics and life skills.
named programs · 12
what they call their work
Artists in Residence
Initiative to bring artists and the community closer together through engagement.
Audition Workshops
Free workshops providing opportunities for aspiring actors to engage in performing arts.
Ballet Under the Stars
Free ballet performances presented in Downtown Chandler.
CCA Anywhere Series
Virtual performances bringing arts experiences to audiences remotely.
Camp Kids
Musical theater camps taught by professional artists during summer and school intersessions.
Connecting Kids
Provides free and low-cost arts engagement activities for youth.
Free Performances
Accessible performances brought into the Chandler community.
Free Summer Concert Series
Free concerts offered at alternative locations during facility renovation periods.
The Concert Truck
Free performances at multiple Downtown Chandler locations.
Theatre Kids/Field Trips
Makes theatre, music, dance, and other performing arts activities available to teachers and students through field trip-oriented shows and workshops.
Vision Kids
Series of art workshops for youth, ages 6 to 16, led by professional artists.
Youth Arts Council
Intensive program for teens focusing on arts appreciation, community service, and leadership skills.
relationships · 9
who they work with
- Ashli St. Armant Partner — Artist-in-Residence developing "The Yellowroot: A Juke Joint Cabaret"
- Ballet Etudes Partner — Presents the "Cinderella" ballet.
- City of Chandler Funder — Funds renovations for the Chandler Center for the Arts.
- City of Chandler Partner — Partners with the City of Chandler to operate the Chandler Center for the Arts.
- City of Chandler Jazz Festival Partner — Presents events across the city during Jazz Month
- Leonard Patton Partner — Vocalist who performed with Pat Metheny and previously with LP and The Vinyl
- Pat Metheny Partner — Featured artist performing at the Chandler Center for the Arts with his ensemble Side-Eye III+.
- Pat Metheny Partner — Jazz guitar legend who performed his "Side Eye III+" project
- Quarteto Nuevo Partner — Performed "Jazz Road Suite: Western States" in a free concert