Survey

Thank you for taking the time to fill out the following survey. The information that you supply will help us select programming that will be appealing to our community. The Centre's desire is to promote the performing arts in our area by providing a diverse selection of programming that can be enjoyed by everyone.

We look forward to seeing you here at The Centre at Halifax Community College and we thank you for your continued support.

  1. How many events have you attended at The Centre in the last 2 years?
    a. None
    b. 1
    c. 2-5
    d. 5-10
    e. 10 or more
     
  2. How many Performing Arts events do you plan to attend this year?
    a. None
    b. 1
    c. 2
    d. 3
    e. 4 or more
     
  3. How many Concerts do you plan to attend this year?
    a. None
    b. 1
    c. 2
    d. 3
    e. 4 or more
     
  4. How much are you willing to pay for a professional touring company performing arts event, here in Halifax County?
    a. $15-$25
    b. $25-$35
    c. $35-$45
    d. $45-$55
    e. $55 or more
     
  5. How much are you willing to pay for a national recording artist concert event, here in Halifax County?
    a. $15-$25
    b. $25-$35
    c. $35-$45
    d. $45-$55
    e. $55 or more
     
  6. In your opinion, what is the most popular music type in our area?
    a. Country/Bluegrass/Western
    b. R&B
    c. Pop/Top 40/Alternative
    d. Easy Listening/Jazz/Symphonic
    e. Gospel
     
  7. What type of event are you most likely to attend?
    a. Performing Arts (artistic programming of music, dance, or spoken word)
    b. Concert (popular music of any category)
    c. Family Show (Seussical the Musical, Dora the Explorer, etc.)
    d. Trade Show or conference
    e. Lecture (visiting writers, etc.)
     
  8. What type of event are you least likely to attend?
    a. Performing Arts (artistic programming of music, dance, or spoken word)
    b. Concert (popular music of any category)
    c. Family Show (Seussical the Musical, Dora the Explorer, etc.)
    d. Trade Show or conference
    e. Lecture (visiting writers, etc.)
     
  9. What is your yearly household income?
    a. Under $18,000
    b. $18,000 to $30,000
    c. $30,001 to $45,000
    d. $45,001 to $60,000
    e. $60,000 and above
     
  10. How many children live in your household?
    a. 0
    b. 1
    c. 2
    d. 3
    e. 4 or more
     
  11. What is the age range of the children in your household?
    a. 0-5
    b. 5-10
    c. 10-15
    d. 0-18
    e. N/A
     
  12. Which of the following best describes your occupation?
    a. Business owner/ Self Employed
    b. Student/Unskilled labor
    c. Administrator/Manager
    d. Skilled Labor
    e. Unemployed
     
  13. What is your age range?
    a. Under 18
    b. 18-25
    c. 25-35
    d. 35-45
    e. 45 and above
     
  14. When is the best time for a 2 ½ hour evening show to start?
    a. Before 7:00 pm
    b. 7:00 pm
    c. 7:30 pm
    d. 8:00 pm
    e. Any time is appropriate.
     
  15. When is the best time for a weekend matinee performance to start?
    a. Noon
    b. 1:00 pm
    c. 2:00 pm
    d. 3:00 pm
    e. Matinees won't work in our area.
     
  16. Do you think that Performing Arts play an important role in the education of today's youth?
    a. Yes, artistic programming broadens the minds of our youth.
    b. Yes, entertainment is an important break from academics.
    c. No, the cost of attending an event is not worth it.
    d. No, artistic programming has no effect on education.
    e. I don't know.
     
  17. Do you think that the Performing Arts have a significant impact on the “quality of life” in your area?
    a. Yes, people who attend performing arts events are important to our economy.
    b. Yes, performing arts events are entertaining and enlightening.
    c. No, our county has more important things to consider.
    d. No, there is no value in artistic programming.
    e. I don't know.
     
  18. How much is “too much” for a soda, popcorn and candy item combination at a concession stand?
    a. $5
    b. $6
    c. $7
    d. $8
    e. I don't think concessions are necessary.
     
  19. How much is “too much” for a soda at a concession stand?
    a. $3
    b. $3.50
    c. $4
    d. $5
    e. I don't think that concessions are necessary.
     
  20. How important is it to you to have a performing arts venue in your area?
    a. Extremely important
    b. Moderately important
    c. Not important
    d. A waste of money
    e. I don't know
     
  21. Please list up to 6 shows that you would like to see at The Centre.