The West Jordan Cultural Arts Society (aka CASWJ) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. This means it is a tax-free group that spends its time and effort “to make people smile,” Dillon Workman, Executive Director of CASWJ, said. 

CASWJ used to be a part of the City of West Jordan, but several years ago became independent. Every year, the group gives a presentation about their finances, performances and progress to the City Council before the funding is approved.

This year, and for several years, the city has supported them with $85,000. This only covers a small part of their costs. They are also supported by ticket sales, Zoo, Arts and Parks (ZAP) and other government grants and private donations.

Fast Facts

• Did you know that the West Jordan Symphony concerts are so popular they often sell out?
• West Jordan Winds was created to keep up with the demand for musicians wanting to perform.
• West Jordan Youth Theatre has grown from two to three productions per year.
• There’s a rehearsal or art activity every day of the week.
• Over 20,000 people came to 118 events in 2025.

Whether you are a painter, a writer, a musician or a thespian, there is a place for you in the Cultural Arts Society of West Jordan. Here is their current lineup of groups:

• Literary Arts Society
• Visual Arts Society
• West Jordan Jazz Band
• West Jordan Community Band
• West Jordan Winds
• West Jordan Symphony
• Sugar Factory Playhouse
• West Jordan Youth Theatre

For more information about performances, events or to join, go to https://www.wjarts.org.

By Erin Dixon