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Accessibility
Membership
TDF Accessibility Programs provide a membership service for theatregoers who are hard of hearing or deaf, have low vision or are blind, cannot climb stairs or require aisle seating or wheelchair locations
Most Asked Questions
How do I become a member of TDF Accessibility Programs?
If you prefer to apply by mail, you can download our application here, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to...
For students who are hard of hearing or deaf, TDF simultaneously provides sign language interpreting and open captioning. For students with low vision or are blind, TDF provides live audio description.
View Accessibility Program for Students
TDF partners exclusively with veteran group organizations in the city who distribute a limited number of tickets to Broadway shows at no cost to their constituents.
View TDF Veterans Theatergoing ProgramTheatre Access NYC
Theatre Access NYC is brought to you by TDF (Theatre Development Fund) and The Broadway League. It is the philosophy of both organizations that everyone, regardless of disability, should have access to the performing arts.
Theatre Access NYC helps you easily find accessibility information on current Broadway shows including:
The TAP Plus Program, which is administered by TDF, provides Grants of up to $5,000 to eligible organizations in New York State.
Accessibility GrantsSharing best practices and lessons learned, Lisa Carling, Director of TDF Accessibility Programs, spoke on the "“Disability, Diversity and Inclusion: Broadway Master Class” panel as part of the United Nations 14th Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. This event took place on June 18, 2021.
Study Guides & ResourcesOur patron services and ticket sellers are happy to assist people with disabilities. Let us know if you have questions about what accommodations are available.
Visit TKTSThe staff at the Costume Collection is happy to assist customers with disabilities free of charge. Please contact us for more information.
Visit Costume Collection
Website Accessibility Statement
To help us make our website a positive place for everyone, we're following the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.0 to create a user-friendly and accessible experience for people with disabilities.
Read TDF Website Accessibility Statement
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
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