Introduction to Theatre and Dance

Theatre is for everyone. This is where we start.

Every year, we connect 11,000 students in 150 NYC-area schools to workshops, artists and live performances for free.

Since 1995, TDF’s Introduction to Theatre and Dance program has given more than 150,000 middle and high school students a meaningful welcome to the performing arts. Every year, we connect 11,000 students in 150 schools throughout the Tri-state area to workshops, artists and live performances, and we do it all for free.

By the numbers: 11,000 students, 157 schools, 207 teachers, 400 classrooms, 3,000+ individual workshops

How can my school participate? Introduction to Theatre and Dance is currently full. If you’re a New York City-area teacher interested in joining the waiting list, please fill out this Google form.

TDF wishes to thank RBC Foundation – USA for its support of Introduction to Theatre and Dance.