Colorful graphic with the word "ARTS" in bold black letters over five vertical rainbow-colored panels, each featuring white icons representing theater masks, a paint palette, ballet shoes, a lyre, and musical notes.

Celebrate the Arts, Revisited!

One stage. One community. So much talent.

A group of five dancers performing on stage.
Group of young musicians performing on stage with string instruments, dressed in black and blue formal attire, under red stage lighting.
A woman dressed as Little Red Riding Hood holding hands with a person in a wolf costume on stage.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Celebrate the Arts, and to the incredible arts organizations and performers who made the day possible. From music and dance to theatre, visual art and more, the event was a joyful reminder of just how much creativity lives right here in Plano.

Take a look back at some of our favorite moments from the celebration.

Group of people dressed in traditional Mexican attire, celebrating at an indoor event.
Group of five performers on stage, dressed in colorful costumes, dancing with a plain white backdrop and pinkish lighting.
Two ballet dancers in costume perform on stage against a blue background. One dancer, wearing a white dress with a tutu, is spinning with arms raised. The other, dressed as a mouse, stands behind her holding her tutu.
Four performers, one man and three women, playing drums on stage during a dance performance with a purple-hued backdrop.
A group of children performing a dance on stage in front of an audience, dressed in retro outfits with hats and suspenders, surrounded by scattered papers.
A man playing a euphonium on a stage with black curtains behind him.
Group of people on stage in front of a black curtain, with some in wheelchairs, posing for a photo, audience in the foreground.
A choir of eleven people singing outdoors, facing a conductor in a wheelchair, in front of a brick building and trees.
Ballet dancers performing on stage, with one dancer in front wearing a black and red tutu and white tights, and the other four dancers in red dresses holding black fans, performing a ballet routine.
An orchestra performing on stage with a sunset background projected on a large screen.
A person dancing on a stage with a dark curtain behind them and a white screen to the right, wearing camouflage pants and a black top.
Person holding a large picture frame with a painted portrait of a man with surprised expression on his face.
Chorus of women singing on stage with conductor leading.
Five women performing a dance routine on stage, wearing matching purple and black traditional-style dresses with black tops and purple skirts, some with long skirts and some with shorter skirts, in front of a plain white backdrop, with audience membe
A woman in a black dress performing on stage with a microphone.
A group of people singing outdoors, facing a person in a wheelchair who is conducting them.
A woman with long red hair smiling at another woman with glasses in an indoor setting.
People at a table displaying small musical instruments and accessories in an indoor setting, with a few individuals using laptops in the background.
Three women and a girl with flowers posing together in a modern indoor setting, with other people in the background.
A group of six young people dressed in semi-formal attire at an indoor event, with two women in dresses and four men in suits, some holding drinks, and others looking at the camera, with a television screen in the background showing a purple and pink
Ballet dancers perform on stage in purple costumes with a plain backdrop.
Six ballet dancers in purple costumes perform on stage with a plain backdrop while audience members watch.
Two men are talking on a stage with black curtains behind them. One man is holding a pink mug, and there is a table with a laptop, a phone, a notebook, a cup, and some papers on it.
Group of ballet dancers practicing on stage with a director, in front of a backdrop that reads 'National Ballet of Texas'.
Five young girls in matching purple dresses performing a dance on stage.
Ballet dancer in a black and red tutu performing on stage, standing on one leg, with a large white feathered prop behind her.
Indoor exhibition area with two banners and a small table. The left banner promotes Plano's annual arts festival, while the right banner advertises a raffle for free tickets from Ushers, with details about prizes and conditions. A colorful geometric
Children and adults at an indoor event registration table with papers, pens, and a water bottle.
Two women sitting at a table, engaging in an art activity, with paint palettes, markers, and educational materials on the table, inside a room with dark blue walls and a window.
Three women standing behind promotional tables at an indoor event, with large windows in the background. One woman is wearing a floral blouse, and the other two are in pink shirts. The tables display flyers, brochures, and a framed poster for the Pla
A woman in a blue uniform leaning over a table to talk to a young boy with red hair and a patterned shirt at a busy indoor event. The table has papers, a bowl of food, and a sign that reads '105 Show 2020'. People are walking in the background near a
A man playing a violin for a woman and a young boy at an indoor event, with colorful artwork on the wall behind them.
A man in a gray blazer and dark pants stands on a stage behind a podium, speaking into a microphone, with a black curtain backdrop.
Six dancers in black and gray outfits perform on stage with purple background, audience watching in theater.
Four young girls performing a dance on stage in pink skirts and black tops, with two standing and two sitting or lying on the floor, in front of an audience.
A person in a wolf costume talking to a young girl dressed as Little Red Riding Hood on stage.
Young girl standing on stage holding a microphone, wearing a blue dress with a white blouse, and red shoes with socks, in front of a plain gradient background.
A group of nine musicians in black clothing performing on a stage with blue background, playing string instruments including violins, viola, cello, and double bass.
Silhouettes of six dancers performing on stage with an audience watching in the foreground.
A woman standing on a stage in front of a large screen displaying the Plano Broadway Series logo, with an audience seated in front.
A man in a suit holding a microphone standing on a stage in front of a large screen that reads 'Plan Broad Series' and 'Reedory Company' with illustrations of buildings and a star.
Five ballet dancers on stage, wearing red and black costumes with fans, performing in front of an audience.
Man in a suit performing stand-up comedy on stage with a microphone, a stool, and a black curtain backdrop.
A man with gray hair, wearing a light blue polo shirt and light blue jeans, is speaking into a microphone on stage with a black background.
Group of ten people standing on stage, being recognized or awarded, with one person in a wheelchair facing them, in a theater or auditorium setting.
Four performers on stage holding traditional drums and sticks, with audience members watching in a theater.
Five performers on stage playing traditional drums, dressed in colorful costumes, under blue stage lighting.
Theater stage performance with actors in period costumes, holding props like staffs, drums, and fabrics, with a colorful backdrop and audience watching.
Children dressed in vintage clothing on stage with some raising their fists, performing in front of an audience.
A man in a black suit standing behind a DJ setup with turntables, a mixer, headphones around his neck, and a speaker on a stand in a room with a door and a window.
People gathering in a spacious art gallery with wooden floors, white and orange walls, and colorful artwork on display.

We’ll see you at Celebrate the Arts 2027!

Celebrate the Arts is made possible by a wide range of participating organizations from across Plano’s creative community. Together, they represent music, dance, theater, visual art, and family-friendly arts experiences, helping bring the full spirit and scope of this annual celebration to life.

Logo for Plano Metropolitan Ballet with the words 'Plano Metropolitan Ballet' in artistic fonts, with 'Plano' and 'Metropolitan' in pink and 'Ballet' in blue.
A logo featuring the Earth with North and South America visible, with five stylized human figures holding hands around the top in different colors, and the text "1st ODI INTERNATIONAL HIEFST" encircling the globe.
Logo of the Plano Art Association celebrating its 50th anniversary with colorful shapes underneath.
Logo for Piano Community Band featuring a stylized musical note and the words 'Piano Community Band'.
Logo for Garage Arts Project with a yellow circular brushstroke surrounding the text
Hand-drawn logo with a smiley face and the text "OUTCRY THEATRE".
Logo for North Texas Performing Arts featuring colorful abstract shapes forming a circle and the organization's name in gray text
Logo for Plano Comedy Festival with a yellow smiling face, black text, and a black circle outline.
Rover Dramawerks logo with a compass above the name and the tagline 'theatre off the beaten path'.
Logo of the Children's Chorus of Collin County with a musical note and star design.
Chamberlain Ballet logo with 'CHAMBERLAIN' in dark blue and 'BALLET' in pink on a white background.
Logo of the Plano Symphony Orchestra featuring a stylized conductor and text with director's name.
A stylized illustration of a snail with the word 'MOVOA' arranged around its shell on a gray background.
Logo for Nrutlaya Shakti Dance Academy with stylized blue and red design elements.

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Experience the Arts in Plano

Explore our diverse member organizations that make our city a hub for creativity—each with its own unique vision, talent, and performances. Click through to their websites to discover local theater productions, stunning visual arts, inspiring music, and more. Whether you're a lifelong arts enthusiast or just looking for something new, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

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Building a Thriving Arts Community

Collaborative Arts of Plano (CAP) brings together a diverse network of arts organizations, artists, and cultural leaders to strengthen and promote the arts in our city. By fostering collaboration, CAP supports its members in developing engaging performances, exhibitions, and educational programs that enrich Plano’s cultural landscape.

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Explore the Arts in Plano

CAP welcomes residents and visitors to experience Plano’s incredible variety of performing arts that include music, theater and dance. Plus, a wide array of visual art exhibits are continuously available throughout the city. CAP’s member organizations and their individual members stand ready to showcase their artistry for residents and visitors to explore.

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A Hub for Connection and Growth

As a member-driven organization, CAP provides a platform for arts groups to share resources, exchange best practices, and work together on impactful projects. Whether through joint performances, community events, or advocacy efforts, we empower our members to grow and reach wider audiences.

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Our Mission

To establish Plano as a dynamic, inclusive arts destination where creativity flourishes.

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Arts, music, dance, or theater–Plano has it all!

Plano's vibrant arts scene offers a rich tapestry of experiences, from captivating performances and inspiring exhibitions to engaging educational programs. These images showcase the diverse talent and cultural vitality that make our city a hub for creativity and artistic expression.

Four people on stage looking intently at a smartphone held by a bald man, all wearing dark clothing with microphones.
A group of musicians in an orchestra playing flutes, seated in a row with music stands in front of them.
A group of women in blue traditional attire performing classical Indian dance poses on a grassy field.
A joyful group of children in colorful costumes performing on stage
A comedian performing on stage in a small theater with seated audience.
Child coloring a Texas-themed worksheet with a green crayon, depicting the state's map, a mockingbird, a bluebonnet, and the Alamo.
Group of performers on stage, with one person elevated, under dramatic lighting and blue background.
Two children sitting at a table in a mall participating in an art activity with colorful balloons in the background, observed by a woman taking a photo.
Woman observing artworks in an art gallery, holding a notebook. Diverse framed abstract paintings are displayed on the wall. A colorful glass sculpture is on a pedestal.
Three actors in period costumes performing on stage with medieval backdrop.
Child coloring at a table filled with crayons and drawing worksheets featuring faces.
Group of performers on stage in dramatic pose, with one person wearing a white dress in the center, surrounded by others in various costumes, against a theatrical backdrop.
Group of women in white traditional dresses with pink parasols, outdoors
Three people in an art gallery discussing artworks on display; one person appears to be explaining something about the art.
Artist painting a portrait of a woman on a canvas, with the artist's hand and brush visible in the foreground.

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