Our core purpose is to enrich the lives of Victorians culturally, educationally socially and economically The VACT is a statutory authority of the Arts Portfolio, Arts Victoria. A division of the Department of Premier and Cabinet, administers the Arts Authority.

Core Purpose

Our core purpose is to enrich the lives of Victorians - culturally, educationally, socially and economically (Victorian Arts Centre Act 1979 S.5)

Role

  • providing leadership in the creation, presentation, promotion and advocacy of the performing arts
  • stimulating curiosity and understanding of the performing arts
  • increasing accessibility and enjoyment of the performing arts
  • creating partnerships that increase the value and potential of the performing arts
  • exercising responsible care and presentation of publicly-owned cultural assets.

Vision

Our vision is of a society that values the performing arts

Values

Leadership

 we will show clear direction and purpose; advocate, set an example and excel; and create confidence and motivation

Creativity

 we will be curious and inventive; flexible and adaptive, and always willing to find better ways to do things

Inspiration

 we will be passionate, energetic and committed

Inclusivity

 we will welcome and engage people, listen and learn, and collaborate for mutual benefit

Integrity

 we will be open, honest and trustworthy; reliable and true to our word, and at all times act fairly, ethically and respectfully