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    Collaborate

    Since 2015, CAP has been fostering collaboration, enhancing communication, and promoting the rich diversity of Plano’s arts scene.

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    Promote

    We showcase the diverse talents and cultural events that make Plano a vibrant arts destination.

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    Inspire

    We encourage creativity and engagement in the arts within our community.

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Upcoming Collaborative Arts of Plano Events

Our events celebrate the creativity and talent of our community, offering unique experiences to inspire and delight. Mark your calendars and join us in celebrating our vibrant arts scene.

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2026
State of the Arts

A Public Forum

Spring of 2026
Stay tuned for more info!

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Details to come.

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August 16, 2025
at Courtyard Theater

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CAP Member Organizations

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!

Collaborative Arts of Plano: Connect, create, celebrate.

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

Plano is home to an incredible variety of fine and performing arts, from music and theater to dance and visual arts. CAP’s members represent the heart of this creative energy, offering performances, exhibitions, and events that celebrate our city’s rich artistic diversity.

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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.

City of Plano Arts Directory

If you have a passion for art, dance, theater, or music, make sure you don’t miss any upcoming exhibition, performance or concert. These resources will help keep you up to date on what’s happening in Plano.

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    Visit Plano

    Explore upcoming events, festivals, and performances and experience the best of Plano.

    Visit Plano Events
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    Historic Downtown Plano

    Immerse yourself in the arts in Downtown Plano! Explore the creative heartbeat of the city.

    Art and Culture Directory
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    City of Plano Events and Shows

    Browse the City of Plano’s event calendar for upcoming performances, exhibitions, and cultural events.

    Events and Shows Calendar
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    AllEvents

    Explore upcoming concerts, gallery shows, and cultural events, city-wide.

    Arts and Theater Events in Plano
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    Plano Arts Week

    April 5, 2025 - April 11, 2025
    Plano Arts Week is an annual event for arts awareness in our hometown!

    Celebrate the Arts in Plano

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

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.
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.
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.
A woman in a green shirt and patterned scarf standing in front of a whiteboard, speaking with expressive hand gestures. On the table beside her, there is an abstract art piece and a sculptural object.
Choir group standing on stage with a stained glass window and organ pipes in the background.
Artist painting a model posed on a bench. The model is wearing a yellow shirt and black shorts. The painting on the easel shows a portrait of the model with bold colors. The setting appears to be a studio or stage with chairs in the background.
Artists painting portraits on canvases with brushes and palettes in a studio setting.
Stage performance scene featuring a decorated Christmas tree with lights, a man in a cape, dancers dressed as mice, a large wrapped gift, and a mechanical toy mouse with a wind-up key.
Artist painting a portrait of a woman on a canvas, with the artist's hand and brush visible in the foreground.
An artist painting a portrait of an elderly man sitting on a chair.
Man standing in front of a colorful abstract landscape painting on a gallery wall.
Group of performers on stage, with one person elevated, under dramatic lighting and blue background.
Artist painting a portrait of a man in a cowboy hat with a long beard, while the man is seated in the background. The artist's palette and canvas are visible.
Large group of performers in costume on stage with a blue scenic backdrop, resembling a theater production cast photo.
Artist painting a still life with vintage jars and bottles
An artist wearing gloves and an apron painting on a canvas at an indoor event, using a paintbrush. A second person stands nearby assisting.
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.
Person in a red t-shirt with a floral design on the back, adjusting an ornate framed painting on a wall.
Woman in traditional colorful Mexican dress with floral headpiece performing at an event.
Artist painting a portrait in a studio with several artworks displayed on easels and shelves
Group of performers in colorful, animal-themed costumes with feathered headdresses on a stage, engaging in a dance or cultural performance.
Children in a dance class wearing colorful wing costumes, raising their arms and performing a group dance.
Ballet dancers on stage in colorful costumes, performing a dance routine with yellow balls, against a dramatic urban backdrop.
Dancer in costume performing on stage with sword
Ballet performers on stage, featuring a ballerina in a purple tutu and dancers in blue costumes.
Ballet dancer performing a leap on stage with a green background
A choir in black attire performing, with a conductor waving on stage.
A group of people standing and sitting on stage, dressed in matching attire, featuring blue shirts and ties. The background is a blue-lit stage area.
Orchestra violinists playing during a performance, focusing on hands and violins.
Orchestra and choir performing on stage with a conductor leading.
Two people sitting on a patterned couch, engaged in a conversation. The person on the left is wearing a bright blue dress and glasses, gesturing with their hand, while the person on the right is wearing a tuxedo with a mohawk haircut, looking at the
Musician playing violin in orchestra
A choir performing on a stage in a shopping mall, with members dressed in black, led by a conductor. The performance area is indoors with an audience area in the background.
A scene depicting an elderly man lying in a hospital bed, looking up, with a younger woman sitting beside him holding a book. The room includes medical equipment and a brown paper bag on a small table.
Performer dressed as a cat on stage during "Cats" musical, with moon and starry background.
Three women in traditional dance costumes with red skirts and white blouses perform on a stage with colorful drapes in the background.
A group of performers on stage in colorful costumes striking dynamic poses during a theatrical performance.
A person dressed in a vibrant green costume with yellow and blue accents, holding a Brazilian flag. They have an elaborate headpiece adorned with fake fruit, standing in an indoor venue.
A group of performers on stage acting in a lively and colorful theatrical production, dressed in vibrant period costumes, with expressions of excitement and animated gestures.
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A group of people on stage in colorful costumes at a shopping mall performance.

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