COLUMBUS DANCE THEATRE (CDT) is a unique voice for dance in Columbus with work born out of a rich background in ballet, contemporary and modern dance, music and theatre.

Our mission is to ENGAGE, ENRICH, and EDUCATE the community through original and collaborative, cutting-edge dance theatre and quality dance instruction for ALL people.

We envision a community with an enduring passion for dance and the arts.

OUR VALUES

Creativity: WE believe that innovation and creativity are fundamental to creating cultural programming of uncompromising quality that is challenging and meaningful.

ACCEPTANCE: WE believe in providing a supportive and safe experience where students and artists at all levels are valued, mentored, and encouraged to reach their personal best.

COLLABORATION: WE believe that partnerships and collaboration, internally and within the community are viatl to increasing the quality and accesibility of our artistic and educational programs and promoting the growth of original work.

DIVERSITY: We EMBRACE all people and communities and promote inclusiveness and respect in all programming and educational experiences offered to the community and within our organization.

INTEGRITY: We adhere to the highest ethical standards and promote honesty, accountability, stewarship, and public trust, internally and externally.