LIVERMORE VALLEY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Arts learning and engagement must be available for everyone, and LVPAC strives to make it accessible to all students in the Tri-Valley regardless of income. Overall, there is a need to enhance arts programming in our public schools, and there is an especially urgent need for the 30% of students in the Livermore area whose families live below the poverty line. LVPAC's arts education programs are designed to address this need, and no student will be turned away. The cost of all LVPAC's arts education programs require private and public contributions to operate, and are covered by the LVPAC Arts Education Fund.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Bankhead Presents
Annual presentation of 40-50 nationally and internationally recognized performing artists and ensembles.
Bothwell Arts Center
The Bothwell Arts Center provides subsidized artist studios, classrooms, rehearsal and performance space for small, community-based performing and visual arts activities.
Bankhead Theater
The 507-seat Bankhead Theater provides a subsidized home performance venue for nine regional resident performing arts organizations and is available for rental by professional and volunteer performance groups from across the Bay Area.
Arts in Education Outreach
The objective of the LVPAC Arts in Education programs is to provide programming and a space where all students in the Tri-Valley region can engage and grow in the arts. Our high-quality programs not only help to bridge the educational gaps in regards to arts in the schools, but also enhance the arts experience for students and community members. We achieve this through three areas of focus: Learning, Enrichment, and Growth.
Many of our outreach programs like school assemblies and camps are only possible through partnerships with groups like the Livermore-Amador Symphony, Livermore Shakespeare Associates and Bay Area Children’s Theater. Our role in working with these nonprofits often involves providing space, administrative support and financial subsidy.
Where we work
Awards
Best Performing Arts Venue 2018
Diablo Magazine
Family Favorite 2017
Bay Area Parent
BEST PLACE TO DISCOVER YOUR NEW CREATIVE PASSION 2022
Diablo Magazine
Affiliations & memberships
Tri-Valley Nonprofit Alliance 2018
California Presenters 2007
Association of Performing Arts Professionals 2007
National Independent Venues Association 2020
Western Arts Alliance 2007
California Nonprofits 2007
External reviews
Photos
Videos
Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Total number of performances
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Adults, Children and youth, Ethnic and racial groups
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
This metric represents the total number of arts programs and performances. 2020 and 2021 saw a decrease in number of programs due to mandated closures from the Covid-19 pandemic.
Total number of audience members
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Adults, Children and youth, Ethnic and racial groups
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Data for each year is from our fiscal calendar of July 1-June 30. Number served in 2020 dropped due to closures from Covid-19.
Goals & Strategy
Reports and documents
Download strategic planLearn about the organization's key goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress.
Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center's Vision statement is: "LVPAC, the heart of a vibrant cultural arts community."
The mission statement is: "The mission of LVPAC is to offer a broad range of arts opportunities and experiences to engage our diverse community."
The objective of the LVPAC Arts in Education programs is to provide programming and a space where all students in the Tri-Valley region can engage and grow in the arts. Our high-quality programs not only help to bridge the educational gaps in regards to arts in the schools, but also enhance the arts experience for students and community members. We achieve this through focusing on areas of Learning, Enrichment, and Growth.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
The Arts In Education program focuses on three areas under Learning, Enrichment, or Growth. We primarily focus on youth, but engage parents and adults alike. The various programs are listed below.
1. Learning:
-Art Classes
-Camps
-STEAM Programs and Livermore Innovation Fair
-Community Art Projects
2. Enrichment:
-Cultural/Public Events
-School Assemblies
-Field Trips
-Student Ticket Subsidy
3. Growth:
-Internships
-Teacher Training
-East Bay Jazz High School All-Stars
-Master Classes with LVPAC Presents artists
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
Dedicated Staff:
At the end of 2014 key leadership staff were added to the LVPAC team. Scott Kenison was appointed as the new executive director bringing more than 20 years of experience from a wide range of management positions in the performing arts, most recently as Chief Operating Officer for the Atlas Performing Arts Center in Washington D.C.. In addition, Chris Carter joined the leadership staff as Development Director responsible for donor relations and fundraising activities. Mr. Carter worked more than eleven years at Saint Mary's College of California, including the last eight as a leader in the College's development department. The Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center staff is a dedicated, diverse, small team of talented individuals who bring their energy and enthusiasm for the arts to work every day.
Strategic Partnerships:
Our goal is to support students in the best way possible, and we know we’re not the only one in the Tri-Valley working to address these needs. We strive to pool our resources to achieve the greatest outcomes by supporting strategic partners in the arts who are also nonprofits that serve the community. Many of our programs like school assemblies and camps are only possible through these partnerships with groups like the Livermore-Amador Symphony, Livermore Shakespeare Associates and Bay Area Children’s Theater. Our role in working with these nonprofits often involves providing space, administrative support and financial subsidy.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
A Strategic Plan was developed in September 2017 and approved by the LVPAC Board of Directors.
The LVPAC Board is working to expand its membership with representatives from local Tri-Valley arts organizations and businesses. The board has formed the Governance and Community Outreach Committee to identify board member candidates and to increase communication and input from the community.
Additionally, LVPAC conducts surveys of patrons to ascertain their preferences in programming. LVPAC will continue to provide a wide range of performances and events that reflect the cultural diversity of the Tri-Valley and to work on expanding arts educational programs.
How we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To identify where we are less inclusive or equitable across demographic groups, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We aim to collect feedback from as many people we serve as possible, We take steps to ensure people feel comfortable being honest with us, We look for patterns in feedback based on demographics (e.g., race, age, gender, etc.), We look for patterns in feedback based on people’s interactions with us (e.g., site, frequency of service, etc.), We engage the people who provide feedback in looking for ways we can improve in response, We act on the feedback we receive, We tell the people who gave us feedback how we acted on their feedback, We ask the people who gave us feedback how well they think we responded
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
We don't have any major challenges to collecting feedback
Financials
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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LIVERMORE VALLEY PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Board of directorsas of 10/18/2023
Denise Watkins
Joan K Seppala
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Denise Watkins
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Leland Younker
Retired
Henry Huff
Retired CPA
Mark Eaton
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Layne Marceau
Shea Homes Northern California
Jean Shuler
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Kelly Cousins
City of Pleasanton
Dona Crawford
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Jeff Kaskey
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Michael Weiner
Retired Doctor
Philip R. Wente
Wente Vineyards
Dyrell Foster
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Catherine Ndungu-Case
Cheza Nami
Kelly Bowers
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Mark Triska
Executive Vice President, Colliers
Norm Burkhard
Retired, Lawrence Livermore National Lab
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes
Organizational demographics
Who works and leads organizations that serve our diverse communities? Candid partnered with CHANGE Philanthropy on this demographic section.
Leadership
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Equity strategies
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- We ask team members to identify racial disparities in their programs and / or portfolios.
- We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders.
- We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
- We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization.
- We have community representation at the board level, either on the board itself or through a community advisory board.
- We help senior leadership understand how to be inclusive leaders with learning approaches that emphasize reflection, iteration, and adaptability.
- We engage everyone, from the board to staff levels of the organization, in race equity work and ensure that individuals understand their roles in creating culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.