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9 out of 10 Austinites agree that the performing arts contribute to the education and development of children, regardless of education level, income, age, presence of children or frequency of attendance.
More that 80% of respondents agree that the performing arts improve the quality of life in our community.
Children who regularly participate in arts programs are four times more likely to succeed in school.
Nearly three-quarters of Austinites attended an arts event in the past year.
Individuals from the lowest income households are as likely to be frequent arts event attenders as respondents from the highest income households.
92.5% of Austinites agree that the cultural arts in Austin contribute to the local economy by helping to attract tourists and fostering a lively, creative environment.
89.3% of Austinites believe that the cultural arts in Austin enhance the quality of life for both audience members and the community at large.
73.6% of Austinites surveyed agree that "the cultural arts in Austin bring a value to me over and above my attendance at actual performances."
96.5% of Austinites rate locally produced cultural events such as dance, theater, opera, concerts, museums, lectures, etc. as important to Central Texas.