Member Organizations

Art Works for All (AWA), formerly VSA Delaware, is a nonprofit arts organization with the mission to create educational opportunities in the arts for individuals with disabilities and to promote inclusive communities.

The Biggs Museum of American Art is a dynamic, accredited, art museum in Dover, Delaware, founded in 1993 by collector Sewell C. Biggs. The Biggs Museum is nationally recognized for its exceptional collections of American decorative arts of Delaware and the Delaware River valley, and for its collections of American art from 1700 to today. The Museum engages audiences through a compelling program of collection based and temporary exhibitions plus encourages the development of creativity and an appreciation for art by offering a comprehensive slate of educational programming for all ages.

Bootless Stageworks is an ensemble company of skilled Emerging Artists committed to producing contemporary theater experiences that are stimulating, adventurous, challenging, immediate and present, in an environment of trust and collaboration, for enjoyment by all.

BOOTLESS STAGEWORKS VALUES
– Nurturing creativity
– Respecting diversity of people, beliefs and viewpoints
– Engaging in honest communication
– Maintaining professional standards and manner of conduct
– Managing operations with fiscal responsibility and integrity

The Bridge Art Gallery is a dynamic cultural institution dedicated to fostering creativity and community engagement through the visual arts. Founded by Cheryl and Christopher Mack, the gallery serves as a vital bridge between artists and audiences, showcasing diverse and thought-provoking works that inspire dialogue and reflection. With a commitment to inclusivity and innovation, the Bridge Art Gallery provides a platform for emerging and established artists to share their stories and perspectives, enriching the cultural landscape of the communities it serves. Through exhibitions, events, and educational initiatives, the gallery aims to bridge gaps, connect people, and celebrate the transformative power of art.

Capital Ringers is a versatile community handbell ensemble known regionally for a vast repertoire including rock n’ roll, jazz patriotic, sacred and current top 40 tunes, in addition to traditional holiday favorites.

Capital Ringers mission is to Ignite Hearts and Minds Through the Power of Music.

The mission of Chapel Street Players is to produce plays for the entertainment, education, and cultural development of the community. To carry this out, activities include: producing plays on an annual schedule for presentation to subscribers and the general public; providing opportunities to participate in various phases of the theater and studying the various aspects of theater; experimenting with new plays and new techniques.

Christina Cultural Arts Center inc. empowers underserved communities through arts education.

CCAC provides affordable arts, education, instruction, career pathways, paid internships, gallery exhibitions, and live performances accessible to all in a welcoming environment. CCAC offers one of the only integrated arts and academic programs in Delaware, utilizing the power of arts to promote school success and positive social behavior. For nearly 80 years, CCAC has been an anchor in the Delaware arts community and Wilmington’s Creative District, focusing on the tenets of Hope, Knowledge, Inspiration & Passion.

The mission of City Theater Company is to create a body of work for the stage that is consistently high-quality, provocative and new; a body of work that takes risks and breaks barriers in order to engage new theater audiences in an exciting exchange of ideas, images and energies.

The term “clear space” refers to a focus on the process, knowledge, and humanity of arts performance: the idea that we find ourselves in what appears on the stage.

Our Mission: To inspire audiences, artists, and students by providing high-quality performances and educational experiences.

Our Vision: To be a leader in the vibrant performing arts community of Southern Delaware.

The Delaware Art Museum connects people to art, offering an inclusive and essential community resource that through its collections, exhibitions, and programs, generates creative energy that sustains, enriches, empowers, and inspires.

The Delaware Arts Conservatory‘s mission is to provide students with a high-quality arts education in a variety of disciplines, including dance, acting, music, musical theater, and art. The comprehensive and well-rounded approach will provide students with the tools and skills needed to be active professionals in the arts, develop an appreciation of the arts, and become advocates for the arts as they mature.

Delaware Dance Company strives to advance the knowledge and appreciation of dance in the community and region through instruction, performances, and outreach programs: to provide the highest quality educational opportunities possible in all aspects of dance to anyone desiring such education; to be viewed as a community and regional leader in preparing vocational students for a professional career in dance.

The mission of DDEO is to support and advance dance education centered in the arts.

At DiAE, our mission is to enhance the quality of education in Delaware by delivering arts-integrated, multicultural experiences to students of all ages…inspiring the artist within.
We bring diverse arts programming and professional artists to schools and early learning centers throughout Delaware. Our models of aesthetic, hands-on learning through the arts give students an opportunity to experience the creative decision making and critical thinking necessary to see beyond their circumstances and make connections with the world around them.

DMEA strives to provide innovative and diverse offerings for educators and students in the form of professional development, student opportunities, and advocacy resources that are equitable and representative of those we service.

The Delaware Photographic Society was organized as the Delaware Camera Club on January 31st, 1931, making it one of the oldest camera clubs in the country. The Society was formed to encourage and develop interest in photography. The objectives at that time were to get the best authorities to give lectures on photography; to have discussion groups within the membership to share knowledge, and to arrange an exhibition of photography in Wilmington.

Our mission is to engage and educate novice to professional photographers in a collaborative and encouraging environment creating artistic images for display for the enjoyment of the community in our region.

Inspired by Shakespeare’s creative vision and the broad societal mix of audiences of his era, Delaware Shakespeare brings our community together for vibrant theatre and learning experiences.

MISSION
The Delaware Symphony Orchestra enriches lives through inspiring musical performances.

VISION
Music Uniting Delaware – (Expanded) To inspire, enrich, and connect diverse audiences & communities throughout Delaware and beyond.

CORE VALUES
Access for All
Building and Sustaining Community Trust
Fiscal Responsibility
Curiosity, Open Mindedness, and Exploration

Delaware Thespians is the State Chapter of the International Thespian Society, under the direction of the Educational Theatre Association. It is an honor society which recognizes excellence in the performing arts, specifically theatre and theatre- adjacent skills. It is a non-profit organization, serving Theatre students and teachers.

Expanding The Arts Starts With The Artist.

Elevate Vocal Arts creates performance and education opportunities and expands creative workforce development opportunities for individuals from historically marginalized communities to develop as professional Vocal Artists who speak to our time’s relevant issues through music, storytelling, and spoken word, strengthening our democracy.

First State Ballet Theatre—Delaware’s professional ballet company—has written an unparalleled chapter of artistic, educational and financial achievement in Delaware dance history and presents a statewide season with regular performances in theaters and schools in all three counties from Wilmington to the Beach.

Mission
To present ballet boldly to Delaware

To enrich our community with live professional performances

To inspire and educate dancers and audiences of the future

To connect local youth with a creative, inclusive movement experience

Building a vibrant legacy: Fort DuPont Redevelopment and Preservation Corporation is dedicated to revitalizing the Fort Dupont Campus with a focus on preserving our shared history, healing the environment, developing residential and creational spaces, and providing economic opportunities. Together we aim to enhance our community’s charm, prosperity, and quality of life.

Freeman Arts Pavilion – a program of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation – is a champion of the arts on Delmarva, Providing diverse arts performance as well as arts access programs for local schools and the community at large.

The Greater Wilmington Convention & Visitors Bureau (GWCVB) is a nonprofit dedicated to creating the best possible experience in Wilmington and the Brandywine Valley for visitors, business travelers and meeting planners.

GWCVB market local attractions, facilities, amenities, and services to attract more visitors to the area, increase visitor spending and associated tax revenues, generate and sustain jobs in the hospitality industry, and enhance the quality of life for local residents.

The Art Society at Loblolly Acres is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a grand vision to serve and inspire Delaware. Created in 2022 and nestled in the heart of Delaware, The Art Society is Central Delaware’s home for nature, community and the arts. Situated on a 160 acre family owned farm framed by tall Loblolly pines, is a space that welcomes all artists to create, share and transport the community.

Mariposa Arts believes in the power of Creativity as a catalyst for healing, allowing us to process our experiences, traumas and stressors. Our projects are ways you can join us and support us. We use strategic partnerships at the organizational, sponsor, and community level with an entrepreneurial approach to community building that is human-centered and promotes the values of “belong-ship”*.

Market Street Music is a non-profit corporation that creates inspiring musical experiences of the highest artistic standards for audiences and performing musicians in the Delaware Valley. Market Street Music is committed to remaining accessible to all audiences and to supporting artists of all ages and abilities.

New Light Theatre is dedicated to improving the human condition by partnering each production with thematically connected charitable causes, while also placing a special emphasis on providing opportunities for student and emerging theatre artists to work in a professional setting. New Light Theatre is committed to bringing light to the darkness of the world, to raising awareness and support for organizations that illuminate, and to deepening our empathy and connection with one another through meaningful artistic work.

OperaDelaware is a professional non-profit opera company with a reputation for excellence in both opera and arts education. OperaDelaware opens the door to bold, vibrant and creative operatic programming that enriches the community, transforms audiences, and encourages dialogue.

Based in our historic setting and working in partnership with other organizations throughout the region, the Rehoboth Art League leads in sponsoring art exhibitions, education and other programs that inspire all community members to embrace the lifelong value of art.

The Rehoboth Summer Children’s Theatre provides programs of entertainment, enrichment and education for audiences of all ages.

Second Street Players is a year-round community theater which produces shows covering practically every genre. Included in our yearly productions, you will find musicals, dramas, comedies, original works, our Children’s Theater and cooperative productions with other cultural groups and schools.

The Choir School of Delaware, a “Community Center that Sings,” provides life-changing after-school and summer camp programs for Wilmington children ages 7-17. Programs combine professional-level choral training and performance opportunities with homework help, mentoring, and social services, creating a safe, inspiring environment where young people realize their full potential. 100% of students graduate from high school, and all go on to continue their education, launch a career, or begin military service. The Choir School is available to all, regardless of income. During the school year, an intergenerational choir anchors the after-school program, performing throughout the state in an exciting concert series.

The Grand entertains, engages, and enriches our community with diverse live performances and educational programs in a welcoming, patron-centered environment. As proud stewards, we celebrate our cherished historic theaters that create economic vitality and lift the human spirit.

-The Grand Opera House invites all to share in the creativity and excitement of the performing arts through high quality and enriching experiences

It is the mission of The Music School of Delaware to provide excellence in music education, training, and experiences for people of all ages and abilities.

The Rainbow Chorale of Delaware is an inclusive, non-profit community chorus that provides LGBTQ individuals, with their friends and allies, the opportunity to perform high-quality choral music in an affirming environment that serves as a positive force for change. In addition, the Rainbow Chorale supports other institutions and individuals who serve that community.

The Wilmington Alliance brings people together to drive innovative solutions, leverage resources and promote opportunities to empower the city’s residents and businesses.

The Wilmington Children’s Chorus name has become synonymous with excellence: excellence in singing, excellence in performance, and excellence in education. A multi-cultural children’s choir, WCC gives youth the opportunity and tools to excel while enriching the community with the unique sound and spirit of children’s voices. WCC involves over 500 singers, ages 1-18, in five different performing ensembles, three Neighborhood Choirs, an early childhood music program, and many summer camps. They regularly collaborate with the region’s top arts organizations and engage in international exchanges with young musicians from Wilmington’s Sister Cities. Since 2002, WCC has provided this high-quality educational program for youth without the burden of tuition or membership fees.

Creating opportunities, opening communities: World Class Opera!

Wilmington Concert Opera is a rare small company, woman and minority founded and run, producing both new work and standard repertoire at a high level. We welcome all audiences to our ticketless, donation only, family friendly performances in community spaces, while simultaneously providing a supportive and safe rehearsal and performance process that is tailored to the performers’ needs and schedules.