Mission:  Contributes to the cultural, social and economic well-being of the community by presenting an array of high quality performing artists from around the world and creating diverse educational experiences that bring the enjoyment, energy and enrichment of the arts to all.

For youth: 

-in-school workshops
-school performances
-lectures
-artist q&a's
-community outreach
-master classes

Will have volunteer opportunities for youth in the future.

Subsides transportation for field trips in the arts, culture, and humanities for Maine schoolchildren and educators for schools with populations of 50% or more free/reduced lunch. Through the initiative, called Destination Portland, school groups are invited to attend an Ovations school-time or evening performance at Merrill Auditorium or Hannaford Hall in Portland, while also combining the performance with a program, tour, or activity at another Portland cultural institution.

Supporters and partners: 

UNUM
TDBank
Travelers
Elmina B. Sewall Fdn.
New England Foundtion for the Arts
Portland Mentoring Alliance
LearningWorks
Telling Room
Portland Public Library
Childrens Theatre of Maine
Boys and Girls Club
Portland Public Schools
Company of Girls
Portland Museum of Art
Maine Historical Society
The Rootcellar