Arts Access Requests

The Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC), with generous support from our official Arts Access Partner, Amazon, and additional funding from the Merus Foundation, is committed to expanding equitable access to the performing arts for individuals of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.

Through the Arts Access Fund, TPAC works with community organizations to provide tickets to select TPAC‑presented performances* to reduce financial barriers and ensure that group members may experience live arts programming at little to no cost. Additional funding may also be available to help offset associated expenses such as transportation.

This initiative is designed to support nonprofit and community organizations such as military and veterans, senior centers, Title 1 schools, youth groups, and other mission‑aligned entities seeking to provide cultural and educational enrichment for the populations they serve. Eligibility for organizations not explicitly listed may be determined based on alignment with program goals and community impact.

Because Arts Access tickets are provided at a significantly subsidized rate, participating organizations are asked to ensure a minimum attendance rate of 75% to honor the intent of the program, demonstrate responsible stewardship of limited funding, and allow TPAC to continue extending these opportunities to as many community members as possible.

Organizations interested in receiving funding support are encouraged to apply through the Arts Access Fund request form below.

Thanks to Our Arts Access Partners