OUR MISSION
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 we can’t do it alone. Creating great theatre and sharing it with new audiences is only possible because of people like you, who believe in the power of the arts and live performance as an inspirational force for change.
MAKING CHANGE… ONE STORY AT A TIME
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 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?
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.