OUR MISSION AND VALUES
In 2023 Theatre on the Ridge celebrated 10 years of enriching lives through theatre, on and offstage.
We have undertaken the development of a new strategic plan, and the implementation of a revenue plan, to help see us well into our second decade.
We have a strong belief in creating a brave, safe and positive work environment within the scope of the changing landscape of live theatre today, and the changing landscape of our world.
We will also continue to strengthen our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. And we will be adaptive and flexible as we strive to make a positive impact within our community.
Our Beliefs
We believe in the power of theatre as a universal language and medium of entertainment, self-expression and communication to broaden understanding and empathy between individuals and communities.
Our Mission
We commit to telling our individual and collective stories through high calibre productions, the creation of new plays and the development of new artists. We tell these stories in live and digital formats and are adaptive and attentive to the impact of heritage and change. We increase accessibility to theatre and, through our stories, contribute to our community’s sense of well-being and connection.
Our Values
Supporting and inspiring the whole community, including youth, through dedicated programs and activities.
Taking artistic risks through the support of new artists and the production of challenging, new and thought-provoking works from diverse perspectives.
Enriching and growing theatre through collaboration, education and accessibility.
Recognizing and supporting the financial, cultural and holistic worth of our contributors, participants, artists and personnel.
Engaging with and giving back to our community by sharing our history, challenges and stories through theatre.
Our Promise
Theatre on the Ridge aims to challenge the status quo. Productions will communicate stories that enable participants to think, feel and perhaps broaden their existing insights into the world and human nature. Heightened social awareness makes for stronger more compassionate communities.
Our Big Picture:
Increasing Community Access to Live Theatre
Theatre on the Ridge is committed to increasing community access to theatre by bringing theatre to alternative venues, taking theatre to the audience (ie. schools, community groups and events) and other such activities to support the creation of meaningful theatre experiences for the whole community.
We will work with community partners and sponsors to leverage revenues raised through our own programs, donations and partner support to make theatre tickets available to individuals, groups and organizations otherwise unable to benefit from attending live performing arts.
