Dell'Arte International School of Physical Theatre Stats, Info and Facts

Mission Statement

MISSION STATEMENT

Dell’Arte is the American center for exploration, development, training and performance of the actor-creator.

Our mission is to create theatre, an international, professional theatre training program, and a regional art center that employs and revitalizes traditional physical theatre forms to explore contemporary concerns.

Our four principal programs are:
The Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre, The Dell’Arte Company, the Mad River Festival/”Dell’Arte Presents” season, and Education Through Art.

CORE VALUES

We believe in:
Reflecting the cultural, ethnic, social and historical diversity of our community as well as expanding it.
The power of the arts to positively impact the education and lives of young people.
The exploration of the relationship between art and place, artist and community.
Ensemble and collaborative practices that place the artist at the center of the work.
The transformative power of theatre.
The ability of the actor-creator to