Mission, Vision, and Values
Our Mission
Arizona Opera connects and inspires communities through artistically vibrant programs and productions that combine music, storytelling, and the human voice, creating inclusive, culturally relevant, and impactful experiences, while ensuring the financial stability of opera in our state.
Our Vision
A statewide cultural community, connected through resonant experiences that create a sense of inspiration and belonging for all Arizonans.
Our Values
These core values guide Arizona Opera in realizing our Mission and Vision:
Civic Value: Building meaningful connections and positive impact within the community we serve through the transformative blend of storytelling, music, and the human voice.
Inclusivity and Belonging: Embracing and celebrating the diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives that shape our community, we create programs and cultivate an environment that ensure that every individual feels valued and connected.
Innovation and Tradition: Combining creativity and fresh ideas to evolve opera, while honoring its cherished legacy.
Excellence: Striving for the highest level of quality in all that we do, both on and off the stage.
Constructive Collaboration: Fostering a respectful, professional atmosphere where everyone is valued. We work together with optimism and harmony, enhance our creativity and outcomes.
Learning and Engagement: Going beyond the stage, through educational programs and community initiatives, we foster a reciprocal journey of discovery for everyone involved.
Sustainability: Ensuring the long-term viability of the organization by making strategic decisions that balance programmatic impact with financial and environmental responsibility.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion is routed in our Mission, Vision, and Values, and the belief that performing arts organizations have a unique ability and responsibility to create a space for inspiration, thought, and discussion.
We affirm our commitment to the communities we serve, and we acknowledge that we are continually evolving in order to serve all communities more fully.
Our Commitment:
- Arizona Opera will continue to take the time to listen and learn how we can become a better, more inclusive organization.
- We will constantly examine our organization and the practices of our industry to do our part in creating positive, enduring change.
To learn more about diversity, equity and inclusion work in the US opera industry, read the Opera America resources.