In 2014, Pilita Simpson dreamed of creating a different type of performing arts organization: Rather than focusing on teaching children to shine perfectly on stage, she would focus on empowering children to shine brightly with confidence from within.

Since its inception, Positively Arts has utilized the performing arts as an avenue to create a safe and supportive environment where young people can learn, thrive, and become stronger individuals and contributing members of society who can bring positive change to their communities.

Positively Arts serves the Las Vegas community by offering ongoing classes, masterclasses, camps, performance opportunities, and onsite visits to professional performance venues, as well as by providing free art courses, anti-bullying workshops, and community performances to public and private Clark County schools.

Positively Arts believes all students deserve equal access to performing arts programs regardless of financial limitations. Since opening its doors, the organization has granted over $200,000 in scholarships to more than 10,000 students in Southern Nevada.