Arts Access

The Arts Access Initiative was developed by bergenPAC to further its mission of making the live performing arts available to everyone in our diverse community.

Since 2016, Bergen Performing Arts Center has been at the forefront of improving equitable access to live entertainment. Rooted in diversity and inclusion, the Arts Access Initiative was designed to reach overlooked segments of the community. Free tickets are available for every presented show at bergenPAC thanks to the generosity of grants from private and corporate foundations. Over 80 organizations, serving children through seniors, participate, with more than 50,000 tickets distributed since the program launched to individuals who otherwise would be unable to visit the theatre due to financial limitations.

The positive effects of this unique program have been far reaching in the northern New Jersey region, proving that exposure to the arts is essential to residents’ wellbeing, social emotional engagement, and cultural enrichment.

Aligned with our mission, the Arts Access Initiative bridges the community by engaging residents from different backgrounds to experience the joy of live performing arts together.

If you are a community organization, nonprofit or other worthy organization who would like to provide members with this program, download the application below and return the form to hcohen@bergenpac.org. Please use the subject line: ‘Arts Access Application Enclosed’ followed by the date.

DOWNLOAD THE ARTS ACCESS APPLICATION

*Individuals receive Arts Access tickets through participating organizations.

This program is made possible through the generous support of these community partners.

Participating Organizations: