OUR STORY
THE 5 & DIME
MAKING CHANGE...
A group of artists and friends came together with a common goal: To make a change in the Jacksonville Cultural Arts Community. From this, The 5 & Dime, A Theatre Company, was born. It started with a simple question, “Why not us?” And so we offer this: “Why not YOU?”
The 5 & Dime opens doors to and for all artists of all disciplines whose passion, skill, drive, and enthusiasm need a place to call home. We hope to facilitate diverse opportunities and a supportive environment to feature flourishing talent and collaboration. So, with a renewed hope in what is possible – from people just like you – we boldly set forth on this venture… come along, won’t you?
MISSION & VALUES
THE 5 & DIME TELLS STORIES THAT ENGAGE, INSPIRE, ENTERTAIN, AND CHALLENGE AUDIENCES, NURTURING A RICH ARTISTIC CULTURE IN JACKSONVILLE.
We’re dedicated to fulfilling that mission but, as you know, we can’t do it alone. The pursuit of excellence and the ability to introduce new audiences to the power of live theatre takes the support of members from the community like you, whose very lives we seek to enrich.
AS AN INSTITUTION, WE VALUE:
PASSION
...and we will deliver it in every story we tell.
CREATIVE INTEGRITY
...and we will deliver every production at the highest levels.
COLLABORATION
...and we will work to nurture creativity as a component of lifelong education.
OUR COMMUNITY
...and we will celebrate the richness of its diversity through inclusive artistic offerings.
ARTISTS
...and we will create a joyous, energetic, vibrant, and safe home for artists.
VOLUNTEERS, AUDIENCE, DONORS, & STAFF
...and recognize that they are essential partners in fulfilling our mission.
FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
...and we recognize its importance in allowing us to create a legacy.