Theatre Development Fund
Latest News on Theatre Development Fund:
John Lithgow to be Honored by Red Bull Theater; Santino Fontana and More to Perform (May 20, 2026)
Manhattan Power List Honors BroadwayHD, SAG-AFTRA, and TDF Executives (May 19, 2026)
TCG Reveals 2026 Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship Recipients (May 14, 2026)
John Lithgow to be Honored by Red Bull Theater; Santino Fontana and More to Perform (May 20, 2026)
Manhattan Power List Honors BroadwayHD, SAG-AFTRA, and TDF Executives (May 19, 2026)
TCG Reveals 2026 Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship Recipients (May 14, 2026)
Awards and Nominations
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Obie Awards - 1983 - Special Citations
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Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1983 - Special Awards
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Tony Awards - 1974 - Special Tony Award
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Videos
VIDEO: TDF Hosts a Virtual Town Hall on Accessibility and the New Normal
by Stephi Wild - 2020-07-20 06:45:26
Living Room Concerts: Christina Bianco Sings 'Don't Rain On My Parade' From FUNNY GIRL
by BroadwayWorld UK TV - 2020-04-14 07:01:09
COME FROM AWAY and MATILDA Receive 14 Dora Award Nominations - See All The Nominees!
by Alan Henry - 2017-05-30 11:31:34
Lincoln Center's Pop-Up TKTS Booth Will Officially Remain For Good
by Nicole Rosky - 2017-01-26 10:23:56
VIDEO: Stage and Screen Legend Cicely Tyson Advocates For TDF's Stage Doors
by Michael Dale - 2016-07-29 14:55:39
TV: Off-Broadway Unites for the 30th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards!
by Nicole Rosky - 2015-05-11 12:59:53
TV Exclusive: Backstage Special with 6 of Theatre's Hottest Costume Designers, Part 2 - PRESENTED BY BERGDORF GOODMAN
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2014-09-25 13:00:47
TV Exclusive: Backstage Special - 6 of Theatre's Hottest Costume Designers Talk Trends, Fashion & More - PRESENTED BY BERGDORF GOODMAN
by Backstage With Richard Ridge - 2014-09-17 13:00:47
TV: Watch Highlights from TKTS' 40th Anniversary Celebration with Harvey Fierstein, Julie Halston & FORBIDDEN BROADWAY!
by Randy Rainbow - 2013-07-06 00:01:01
TV: On the Red Carpet at the 2013 Lortel Awards- Chatting with the Nominees!
by Nicole Rosky - 2013-05-09 07:46:17
Angela Lansbury, Kevin Kline, Patti LuPone, and More Set for Acting Company's Ruby Ball, 12/3
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-11-13 11:38:32
TV: MTI's Freddie Gershon Receives Tony Honor For Excellence In The Theatre
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-06-10 07:32:09
TV: Inside the 2012 Special Tony Honoree Cocktail Party - Presentations, Speeches & More!
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-06-10 07:20:14
STAGE TUBE: Wendy Wasserstein on the Tony Honored TDF Open Doors Program
by Jessica Lewis - 2012-03-12 09:47:09
STAGE TUBE: Go Inside THE LION KING's Autism-Friendly Performance
by Nicole Rosky - 2011-10-04 16:10:12
TV: Broadway Unites for Encore Performance of 'New York, New York' in Honor of 9/11
by Jessica Lewis - 2011-09-09 19:26:48
News
John Lithgow to be Honored by Red Bull Theater; Santino Fontana and More to Perform
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Red Bull Theater will honor John Lithgow, Tony Award nominee for this season’s Giant, with the Matador Award for Achievement in Classical Theater, and Joanna Cole, will receive the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
Red Bull Theater will honor John Lithgow, Tony Award nominee for this season’s Giant, with the Matador Award for Achievement in Classical Theater, and Joanna Cole, will receive the George Mayer Award for Extraordinary Service to Classical Theater.
Manhattan Power List Honors BroadwayHD, SAG-AFTRA, and TDF Executives
by James Blinken - May 19, 2026
The worlds of Broadway, film, and performing arts advocacy were well represented at the 2026 Manhattan Power List, which honored influential leaders shaping New York City’s cultural and business landscape.
by James Blinken - May 19, 2026
The worlds of Broadway, film, and performing arts advocacy were well represented at the 2026 Manhattan Power List, which honored influential leaders shaping New York City’s cultural and business landscape.
TCG Reveals 2026 Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship Recipients
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Theatre Communications Group announced Tianyu Lei and Viktoriia Shlenova as the 2026 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship, honoring the legacy of the legendary costume designer.
by Stephi Wild - May 14, 2026
Theatre Communications Group announced Tianyu Lei and Viktoriia Shlenova as the 2026 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship, honoring the legacy of the legendary costume designer.
2026 Tony Awards- The Nominees React
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026
This year's nominees are checking in with BroadwayWorld to tell us all about how they got the news. Check back for live updates!
by Nicole Rosky - May 5, 2026
This year's nominees are checking in with BroadwayWorld to tell us all about how they got the news. Check back for live updates!
How are the Tony Nominations Decided?
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 26, 2026
For Broadway fans, the highlight of every spring is the announcement of the Tony Award nominations—the most prestigious recognition in American theatre. But how are Tony nominees chosen, and who gets to decide? In this guide, we break down the Tony Awards nomination process and reveal how Broadway’s biggest honors are determined.
by Sidney Paterra - Apr 26, 2026
For Broadway fans, the highlight of every spring is the announcement of the Tony Award nominations—the most prestigious recognition in American theatre. But how are Tony nominees chosen, and who gets to decide? In this guide, we break down the Tony Awards nomination process and reveal how Broadway’s biggest honors are determined.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld April 17, 2026- THE FULL MONTY To Return to Broadway and More
by - Apr 17, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Apr 17, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is April 17, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Inside TDF's 2026 Costumes & Cocktails Party
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 16, 2026
Theatre Development Fund hosted its second annual Costumes & Cocktails party at TAO Downtown. The fabulous event celebrated TDF’s iconic Costume Collection, an archive of more than 100,000 pieces of theatre costume lore that serves as a vital resource to designers across the country – from amateur theatre productions to “SNL” – and keeps clothing out of landfills.
by Nicole Rosky - Apr 16, 2026
Theatre Development Fund hosted its second annual Costumes & Cocktails party at TAO Downtown. The fabulous event celebrated TDF’s iconic Costume Collection, an archive of more than 100,000 pieces of theatre costume lore that serves as a vital resource to designers across the country – from amateur theatre productions to “SNL” – and keeps clothing out of landfills.
& JULIET and TDF to Launch &FUTURE Education Initiative
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2026
& JULIET has partnered with TDF (Theatre Development Fund) for a new education initiative, &Future. The program will connect New York City students and educators to the musical comedy through Broadway performances and classroom-ready resources.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 27, 2026
& JULIET has partnered with TDF (Theatre Development Fund) for a new education initiative, &Future. The program will connect New York City students and educators to the musical comedy through Broadway performances and classroom-ready resources.
Lineup Set For The 2nd Annual Samantha Coleman Memorial Concert at The Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
The 2nd Annual Samantha Coleman Memorial Concert will return to The Green Room 42 in November with a lineup of performers newly announced for this year's benefit.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 31, 2025
The 2nd Annual Samantha Coleman Memorial Concert will return to The Green Room 42 in November with a lineup of performers newly announced for this year's benefit.
The 2nd Annual Samantha Coleman Memorial Concert Returns To The Green Room 42
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025
The Green Room 42 will host The 2nd Annual Samantha Coleman Memorial Concert on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. This special evening honors the life and legacy of Samantha 'Sami' Coleman, while raising funds for the Sami Coleman ('17) Theatre Accessibility Endowed Fund at Adelphi University.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 21, 2025
The Green Room 42 will host The 2nd Annual Samantha Coleman Memorial Concert on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. This special evening honors the life and legacy of Samantha 'Sami' Coleman, while raising funds for the Sami Coleman ('17) Theatre Accessibility Endowed Fund at Adelphi University.
The Tony Awards Reveal 2025-2026 Nominating Committee
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2025
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has revealed the Nominating Committee for the 2025-2026 Broadway season. Learn more about the Tony Awards here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 10, 2025
The Tony Awards Administration Committee has revealed the Nominating Committee for the 2025-2026 Broadway season. Learn more about the Tony Awards here!
TRU to Present 'From New York City To St. Paul To South Africa: A Director Who Moves In Many Directions'
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2025
A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is celebrating its fifth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings. Up next is From New York City to St. Paul to South Africa: a Director Who Moves in Many Directions.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 24, 2025
A dependable haven for artists in isolation, Theater Resources Unlimited (TRU) is celebrating its fifth year of non-stop weekly Community Gatherings. Up next is From New York City to St. Paul to South Africa: a Director Who Moves in Many Directions.
Off-Broadway League Elects Joey Monda as President, and Reveals New Executive Officers
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025
Joey Monda has been elected as the new President of The Off-Broadway League. Learn more about Monda and about the organizations leadership changes here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 20, 2025
Joey Monda has been elected as the new President of The Off-Broadway League. Learn more about Monda and about the organizations leadership changes here!
Official London Theatre Will Reopen World-Famous Ticket Booth
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2025
Official London Theatre will raise the curtain on their newly refurbished Ticket Booth in Leicester Square at a launch event. Costumed stars from 25 West End shows will gather for a photocall and ribbon cutting.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 17, 2025
Official London Theatre will raise the curtain on their newly refurbished Ticket Booth in Leicester Square at a launch event. Costumed stars from 25 West End shows will gather for a photocall and ribbon cutting.
Theatre Communications Group Names 2025 Recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced Seo Yun and Sveta Moroz as the 2025 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship. Administered by TCG with support from The Estate of Willa Kim.
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2025
Theatre Communications Group has announced Seo Yun and Sveta Moroz as the 2025 recipients of the Willa Kim Costume Design Scholarship. Administered by TCG with support from The Estate of Willa Kim.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 5/29/2025; Jobs In Operations, IT, and More
by - May 29, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/29/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by - May 29, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/29/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
TDF Partners With Community Foundation of New Jersey
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025
For the third year in a row, TDF, the not-for-profit service organization for the performing arts, has partnered with the Community Foundation of New Jersey to help obtain and distribute 1,600 tickets to 10 Broadway shows for service members.
by Stephi Wild - May 28, 2025
For the third year in a row, TDF, the not-for-profit service organization for the performing arts, has partnered with the Community Foundation of New Jersey to help obtain and distribute 1,600 tickets to 10 Broadway shows for service members.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 5/22/2025; Jobs In Operations, Communications, and More
by - May 22, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/22/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by - May 22, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/22/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 5/15/2025; Jobs In Finance, Marketing, and More
by - May 15, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/15/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by - May 15, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 5/15/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Arden Theatre Company And TKTS Philadelphia Release $20 RENT Couch Rush Seating
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025
Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company just announced its partnership with TKTS Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation with “couch rush” seating for RENT.
by A.A. Cristi - May 14, 2025
Philadelphia-based Arden Theatre Company just announced its partnership with TKTS Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Visitor Center Corporation with “couch rush” seating for RENT.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What awards has Theatre Development Fund been nominated for?
Special Citations (Obie Awards) for Off-Broadway voucher program, Special Awards (Outer Critics Circle Awards) and Special Tony Award (Tony Awards).
What awards has Theatre Development Fund won?
Theatre Development Fund has received several awards, including Special Citations from the Obie Awards for its Off-Broadway voucher program, Special Awards from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, and a Special Tony Award from the Tony Awards.
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