The 5 & Dime tells stories that engage, inspire, entertain, and challenge audiences, nurturing a rich artistic culture in Jacksonville. Having produced more than 50 full-scale plays and musicals and dozens of supplemental productions since our founding in 2011, The 5 & Dime has a reputation for telling compelling stories through a consistently high-quality artistic product. The programming we produce is intended to spark conversations, as we facilitate the coming together of artists and audiences in dialogue about social issues impacting our shared communities. We cultivate and empower theatre artists—both veterans and those new to the stage—to discover the power of their voices, while ensuring access to the benefits of live theatre for ALL. The 5 & Dime, a 501c3 nonprofit community theatre, currently has an annual operating budget of $120k.