State of the Arts 2025 logo with colorful silhouettes representing different art forms and the text 'Collaborative Arts of Plano.'

Thanks for Celebrating the Power of the Arts in Plano

Thanks for joining us for the State of the Arts 2025, presented by Collaborative Arts of Plano (CAP), on February 13, 2025 at North Texas Performing Arts, in Shops at Willow Bend.

This annual event brought together Plano's vibrant arts community to celebrate achievements, share upcoming initiatives, and inspire collaboration across genres.

Engaging community art leader speakers, captivating performances, and an impactful panel discussion, the evening highlighted how the arts enrich our cultural identity, connect our community, and shape Plano as a diverse and inclusive arts destination.

 We’d love to hear from you!

Help us shape the future of the arts in Plano by sharing your feedback. Share your thoughts on State of the Arts and how we can continue to advance our community’s artistic vision. Thank you for being part of this inspiring journey to strengthen and enrich our shared cultural heritage. Let’s celebrate the arts in Plano!

Thank You to these Arts Leaders from the Community for Their Participation!

  • Woman with long wavy hair smiling at the camera, wearing a black top against a light background.

    Cindi Lawrence Hanson

    DANCE

    Artistic Director, Plano Metropolitan Ballet

  • Smiling woman in a red jacket with pearls, standing indoors.

    Melanie Brigante

    VISUAL ARTS

    President, Plano Art Association

  • Black and white portrait of a man in a tuxedo smiling.

    James Hannah

    MUSIC

    Board Member, Plano Community Band

  • Portrait of a mature woman with red hair, wearing a gray top and purple jewelry, standing by a railing.

    Glynda Welch

    THEATER

    Board President, Rover Dramawerks

  • Portrait of Renuka

    Renuka Rajagopalan

    CULTURAL

    President, Garage Arts Project

  • Portrait of Anna Tseng

    Anna Tseng

    Board President, Chamberlain Ballet

  • Portrait of Suzy Jones

    Suzy Jones

    Executive Director, ArtCentre of Plano

  • Portrait of Greg Patterson

    Greg Patterson

    Executive Director, Plano Symphony Orchestra

  • Portratt of Darrell Rodenbaugh

    Darrell Rodenbaugh

    CEO, North Texas Performing Arts

  • Portrait of Dollie Thomas

    Dollie Thomas

    Executive Director, Plano African American Museum

“Why and How Businesses Must Contribute to the Arts”

Portrait of Nichelle Sullivan

Nichelle Sullivan

Public Affairs Officer
H-E-B/Central Market/Joe V’s Smart Shop in North Texas.

H-E-B logo in red and white featuring bold capital letters.

City of Plano Cultural Arts Plan Update

Person with long blonde hair wearing a white sleeveless top seated indoors, leaning slightly forward.

Michelle Hawkins

City of Plano liaison for the development of the Cultural Arts Plan

Logo of Plano, Texas with a stylized letter P featuring a star and text "City of Excellence."
Two people engaged in art activities, one painting on a canvas mounted on an easel indoors.
Three people in a theatrical scene: a woman in a green dress seated on a couch, a man in a golf outfit gesturing, and a woman in a blue top facing him.
Close-up of a musician playing a French horn in an orchestra, focusing on the instrument's intricate tubing and valves.
Two women in red tops and white skirts perform a traditional dance with yellow and white fans at an outdoor cultural festival.

Thank You for Making
the North Texas Carnival of the Arts
a Success!

We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the organizations and individuals who participated in Carnival of the Arts.

Your support and enthusiasm made this event truly special. A special thank you to our attendees – your presence and engagement are what make our community events so vibrant and meaningful.

Stay tuned. We’ll soon start planning our next Carnival of the Arts, please connect with us to stay up to date on all our upcoming events and programming.

Chloe Mae Studios • Plano ISD PTA • Abbigail Grindinger • Chamberlain Ballet • Jenn Serano • Collin College Art Club and Friends • Plano Metropolitan Ballet • Spark! • Amy Pagan Art • Ikebana 4 U School • NTPA Deaf Theatre and Starcatchers • ArtCentre of Plano • North Texas Performing Arts Youth Theatre • Lifestyle Wellness Center • City of Plano Crime Prevention Unit • Tomer’s Tipsey Creations • Plano Comedy Festival • Celebrate Asian American Heritage Foundation • Rover Dramawerks • Garage Arts Project • Tuzer Ballet • Plano Public Library • North Texas Performing Arts Film Studios • Collin County Ballet Theatre • Prestonwood Baptist Church,Children’s Ministry • Shaw Made It • Plano Art Association • Children’s Chorus of Collin County • Melanie Brigrante Photography • ASI Gymnastics • Plano African American Museum • Art by Amy • Plano Civic Chorus • Plano Community Band • Plano International Festival

Relive the Fun and Excitement of the Day!

We are thrilled to share just some of the highlights from Carnival of the Arts! Our photos give you a glimpse of the creativity, fun, and talent we had throughout the day.

Three women in traditional dance costumes performing on a stage, wearing white blouses with ruffled sleeves, red skirts, and red headscarves; colorful fabric backdrop.
Child coloring a Texas-themed activity sheet with pictures of the mockingbird and bluebonnet.
Dancer posing with butterfly costume in a mall
A woman in traditional Mexican dress with colorful flowers in her hair and multicolored ruffles, standing beside a balloon decoration.
A person dressed in a vibrant green costume with yellow and blue accents, holding a small Brazilian flag, and wearing a headdress adorned with fake fruit, standing indoors with a "Healing Touch" sign in the background.
Indoor fair with booths and people interacting
A small orchestra performing on a stage in a shopping mall with clarinet and wind instruments, directed by a conductor. People are walking by and a display of colorful balloons is visible. Shops in the background.
Two girls in traditional Indian dance costumes, one standing with an arm raised and the other kneeling with hands in a prayer position, performing a dance routine indoors.
A boy weaving on a loom with guidance from an older woman, in a mall setting with people in the background.
Woman smiling with a "Garage Arts Project" sign and people in background.
Group of people in colorful costumes performing on a stage in a shopping mall.
People at an art workshop in a mall with colorful balloon decorations, involving painting activities on a table.
People demonstrating fiber arts in a shopping mall setting with spinning wheels and looms.
Artist painting on a canvas in a public space, wearing a long-sleeved shirt and gloves, using a brush and palette. An easel is in front of them, and another person stands nearby.
Ballet dancer performs in white tutu on stage with spectator in background.
Mall event with a clarinet choir performing and an art exhibition featuring portrait paintings, attended by a seated and standing audience.
Group of artists painting a live model in a public space.
Group of women and a child in traditional Indian clothing performing a dance in front of a Neiman Marcus store inside a mall.
Young child coloring at a table with Crayola crayons and drawing activity sheets focused on facial expressions.
Performers in colorful costumes including feathered headpieces and zebra patterns on a stage.
Artist painting portrait of a man wearing a cowboy hat, with the model posing in the background and the artist smiling at the camera.
An ensemble of musicians seated on a stage during a performance, playing woodwind instruments, such as clarinets and bassoons. They are dressed in black and appear to be focused on their music.

Presented by

Logo of "The Shops at Willow Bend" with stylized leaf design.
Colorful abstract figures representing people engaged in curling activities.

Event Chair

North Texas Performing Arts logo with colorful abstract design

The North Texas Carnival of the Arts Event is chaired by North Texas Performing Arts and made possible by the Renuka and Hari Vasudevan Foundation.

Contact us.

Collaborative Arts of Plano
(Formerly the Plano Arts Coalition)

A Texas Non-Profit Organization

info@collaborativeartsofplano.org