About Us

A not-for-profit
organization

TDF is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to sharing the power of the performing arts with everyone.

Mission
Statement

TDF sustains live theatre and dance by engaging and cultivating a broad and diverse audience and eliminating barriers to attendance.

Mission

Our
History

Created in 1968 to help an ailing New York theatre industry, TDF now provides support to more than 900 plays and musicals, returning upwards of $2 billion in revenue to thousands of Broadway, Off-Broadway and Off-Off Broadway music and dance productions.

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In The News

31 March 2025

Kathy Najimy, Valentine, Ann Hould-Ward, and Martha Clarke Join TDF's Costumes & Cocktails to Present the TDF/Irene Sharaff Awards

14 March 2025

Photos: See the Winners of the 2024-2025 NYC Regional Competition of August Wilson New Voices

12 March 2025

TDF Expands Senior Leadership Team with Appointment of Matt Chisling in New Role as VP, Strategic Partnerships & Industry Relations

21 February 2025

TDF to Celebrate 50 Years of the TDF Costume Collection with Costumes & Cocktails at TAO Downtown

Employment

When a position becomes available, the job posting will be noted below. TDF is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We are committed to diversity in all areas of our work, both in our programs and in our workplaces. We encourage applicants with a unique cultural perspective inclusive of race, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, class, physical ability and sexual orientation.

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Staff & Board

TDF's dedicated board and staff all share a passion for the performing arts and a commitment to our mission.

TDF Staff & Board

Donate to TDF

Every donation, large or small, makes a difference and supports the vital work we do to make theatre affordable, accessible and inclusive for all.

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Contact

Have questions about our programming? Want to work with us? Please drop us a line.

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