Lila Downs performs on stage in front of a danver and trombonist
Lila Downs performs on stage in front of a danver and trombonist

Our Purpose & Vision

Our Purpose

Texas Performing Arts transforms lives by creating, presenting, and connecting people through live performance.

Our Values

  • Equality: We value all types of live performance, offer a wide range of arts experiences, and welcome all.
  • Excellence: We continually seek to improve in our work to create and share experiences that are inspiring, impactful, innovative, and relevant.
  • Learning & Discovery: We enrich our world and expand the possibilities of the live arts through creative research and development, sharing knowledge, and creating dialogue.
  • Connection: We believe in the irreplaceable quality of shared experiences, the joy of live performance, and the power of collaboration.

Our Vision

We aspire to be the highest impact performing arts organization in the country.