MISSION STATEMENTUTAH FESTIVAL OPERA & MUSICAL THEATRE

MISSION

• Elevating lives through ennobling artistic experiences.

VISION

• Creating a nurturing environment that ensures performance excellence, creative experiences, and educational opportunities.

VALUES

• We are committed to performing outstanding artistic productions, with the aim of delivering the highest level of enjoyment to our patrons.
• We honor and are dedicated to presenting a variety of musical and dramatic expression recognized for their distinction and quality.
• We champion children.
• We honor the past, cherish the present, and strive to influence the future.
• We respect and encourage the unique, innate, creative nature of everyone.
• We encourage community involvement.
• We are committed to service.
• We cultivate collaboration and cooperation.
• We adhere to professional ethical standards.
• We strive to deserve support and trust.

Utah Festival Opera & Musical Theatre Core Values

Utah Festival Opera and Musical Theatre is a community of artists and collaborators built on the foundations of respect, acceptance, and creativity. We embrace the value of every individual and the unique perspectives each brings to the art we create. We open doors, build bridges, and make work that is accessible to everyone. The opportunity and access to the gift that is live theatre benefits all in our community, and we strive to remove barriers to that gift.

As we grow, we continue to educate ourselves and expand our practices and plans to ensure that we represent a rich array of voices on our stages, in our facilities, and within our community – regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, age, ability, religion, or social status. We foster an environment where our differences and shared experiences are explored and celebrated with generosity, openness, and curiosity.

Goals and Commitments

Utah Festival Opera and Musical Theatre is committed to maintaining a welcoming environment on and off stage. Our goal is to create conversations that contribute to a more engaged, informed, and connected community. Recognizing that growth is an ongoing process, we continue to review our policies and practices to ensure a supportive, socially just environment for our artists, staff members, and audiences. We hold ourselves accountable to listen, learn, and grow as an organization and as individuals.