Organization

Portland Metro Performing Arts is registered as a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization within the State of Oregon. PMPA sponsors a variety of arts education, performance and outreach programs and projects throughout the Portland Metropolitan area, year-round. The organization has gone through a great deal of change since its beginnings in 1978.

Originally formed as Ballet Workshop Advocates in 1978, it changed names to Metro Dance Advocates in 1983 and has recently emerged as Portland Metro Performing Arts in 2005. Each change reflected the broadening of interests and scope of the organization, to encompass a wider range of arts disciplines. The activities of the organization are governed by a volunteer Board. As a non-profit organization we rely on the generosity and support of our community partners to continue to provide quality arts education and performance experiences. Here's how you can help.

To insure that everyone, particularly youth, have an opportunity to learn, perform and experience the arts; by providing meaningful access to affordable quality arts education and performance programs for the community.

	Insure quality dance, theatre, music and visual arts education and performance opportunities remain accessible to everyone, regardless of income level, race, religion, gender or national origin.
	Maintain PMPA Center & School as direct arts service providers and resources to the arts community, nonprofits, schools, parks and general public.
	Provide support and direction for arts education and performance projects not otherwise available through the public or private sector. Work in concert with artists, other organizations, agencies and programs to provide, support, and encourage arts programs.
	Foster appreciation and awareness of the benefits that arts bring to our community; arts enrich our lives, encourage creativity and open new perspectives in all aspects of life.
	Actively pursue a philosophy of non-discrimination and honor the diversity of this community and the richness it brings.

Portland Metro Performing Arts Board
Chair—Dan Hess
Secretary—Jessica Carlson
Treasurer—Tamara Larison
Members at Large:
Katie Kall, Chris Palodichuk
PMPA Executive Director, Nancy Yeamans

Design Credits
Logo Design—Joie Klickman
Graphic Design—Pat Fifer
Website Design—Greg Thompson
Webmaster--Greg Thompson
Group and Performance Photography—Len Mills