About Us

A not-for-profit
organization

TDF is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to bringing the power of the performing arts to 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

14 October 2022

TDF presents the first-ever autism friendly performance of New York City Ballet's production of "George Balanchine's The Nutcracker®" on Sunday November 27 at 1pm at Lincoln Center's David H. Koch Theater

03 October 2022

H. Gwen Marcus succeeds Earl D. Weiner as TDF's Chair of the Board of Trustees

22 September 2022

TDF awarded $88,000 for the new season of the TDF Veterans Theatregoing Program, which sends NYC veterans to Broadway shows and beyond

13 September 2022

2002 TDF/Irene Sharaff Awardees announced - awards return after pandemic pause

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

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