Introduction to Theatre

Theatre is for everyone. This is where we start.

Every year, we connect 10,000 students in 150 NYC-area schools to workshops, artists and live performances for free.

Since 1995, TDF's Introduction to Theatre program has given more than 150,000 middle and high school students a meaningful welcome to the performing arts. Every year, we connect 10,000 students in 150 schools throughout the tristate area to workshops, artists and live performances, and we do it all for free.

By the numbers: 10,300 students, 157 schools, 207 teachers, 400 classrooms, 3,000+ individual workshops

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