Art + Research

To create a one-of-a-kind research and production art residency program offering the chance for artists to work with experts

Ballet + Orchestra Collaboration

To spawn new passion for artistic collaboration by implementing a high-quality partnership between the renowned Cleveland Orchestra and the award-winning Miami City Ballet

DWNTWN Miami Concert Series

To generate community enthusiasm for music as a part of the greater sum of the arts in Miami by producing a new and expansive downtown concert series

Haitian Jazz Series

To expose the community to a major part of South Florida's cultural background through the creation of a live Haitian jazz series

Hemisphere Festival

To plan for an annual performing arts festival celebrating hemispheric art

Here & Now Festival

To increase the development of original, locally produced performance art through expanding the accomplished Here & Now Festival

Leggo My Demo

To build South Florida's reputation as a center for electronic music by establishing an internet-based community platform for networking and showcasing local talent

Miami Lyric Opera

To help an established local presenter of affordable opera expand its presentations

Miami Music Project

To extend the joy of music to students in Miami-Dade schools through a year-round classical education program culminating in an annual festival with performances by youth and professional musicians

Miami Poster Project

To inspire pride and participation in Miami's developing cultural scene by creating an annual poster competition based around capturing the spirit of the city

Miami World Cinema Center

To assist the prosperity of the Miami's independent film community by establishing an extensive institute for connecting, funding and advising local film makers

Naomi Fisher

To promote South Florida's inherent relationship with art and the environment through the launch of a series of performance art projects presented in outdoor spaces