mission

creating new stages for everyone. everyday and anywhere.

  • small stage is a platform to share and connect people through dance and music.

  • we bring artists and audiences together through dance and music works that everyone can enjoy and appreciate.

  • we engage and encourage innovative works that strive for artistic excellence.

  • we mix music and technology with dance and movement at its foundation.

vision

Our vision at Small Stage is to contribute to our city and create a future that connects dance and music to the general public in new and interesting ways.  Small Stage believes in the power of art + community.

Our approach is threefold-

  • Bringing together a dynamic mix of artists that represent a range of ages, experiences, cultures, styles, and traditions living within our community.

  • Bust down theatre walls and making art accessible to all ages, income groups and abilities.

  • Break down barriers and reach audiences that are wide-ranging, youthful, diverse and representative of a public not frequently engaged in the arts.

values

  • Be creative and curious through questioning, researching, exploring technology, and innovative approaches by linking dance, music and audiences.

  • Inspire others by creating a sense of wonder and awe in the beauty and power of dance and music experiences.

  • Connect people to spaces by animating the public realm through dance and music.

  • Be energized by providing fun, invigorating audience experiences that make people feel alive.

  • Make a difference by contributing to, and being of service to, our community through accessibility to dance and music.

  • Create a sense of belonging by encouraging and helping people to feel they have a sense of belonging and are connected to one another through dance and music experiences.

  • Be inclusive and diverse by hiring diverse artists representative of our community.