Theatre Development Fund

The thrill of the performing arts awaits you!

Nothing is more magical than attending live theatre and dance. TDF, a not-for-profit organization, makes the performing arts accessible and affordable in a variety of ways.

Unlock affordable tickets to thousands of productions!

A TDF Membership offers you special access to the deepest discounts on live theatre, dance and music performances.

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TKTS by TDF Discount Booths offer same-day tickets to the best Broadway and Off-Broadway shows up to 50% off.

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Your impact, profound!

Donate to TDF today. Your gift will help share the transformative experience of live theatre and dance with others who couldn’t otherwise attend.

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In operation for more than 50 years, the TDF Costume Collection rents more than 100,000 costumes at affordable rates.

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TDF programs are made possible, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the New York City Council and the New York State Council on the Arts, as well as by the generosity of our donors, including the Horace W. Goldsmith Foundation, the Howard Gilman Foundation, and The Shubert Foundation.

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In summer 2025, The Public Theater unveiled its gorgeous renovation of the Delacorte Theater in Central Park. In addition to making the venue more accessible to folks with mobility challenges,…
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We’ve rounded up 10 great shows to see for $40 or less this May. Catch a new play from the acclaimed Clubbed Thumb, an immersive musical in a Brooklyn home,…

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We’ve rounded up 10 great shows to see for $40 or less this May. Catch a new play from the acclaimed Clubbed Thumb, an immersive musical in a Brooklyn home,…
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Yesterday, TDF hit the Drama Desk Awards red carpet and asked: “If you could travel back in time to see any Broadway production, what would it be?” Tell us your…
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Irving Berlin’s Top Hat directed and choreographed by three-time Tony winner Kathleen Marshall is available to stream on Great Performances l PBS. Check that out plus MCC Theater’s Miscast26, The…

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We didn’t pay Betsy Aidem to say this… we swear! 👀 But we are considering making her our unofficial spokesperson. Betsy Aidem on why TDF means so much to her…
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“All those little things add up to the sparkly diamond that each costume is.” Some of this year’s Tony-nominated costume designers share the details you’ll never see, from hidden references…
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We were so lucky to speak with Tony nominee Hannah Cruz yesterday! ⭐️ She shared why theatre matters, not just as entertainment but as a way to understand each other….
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There are many NYC opera companies hitting high notes all year-round! In fact, this month four of the five troupes we’re highlighting have performances, including two New York premieres. Discover…

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Congratulations, class of 2026! Last Tuesday, NYC’s high school seniors took over the red steps at TKTS for a graduation celebration. Afterward, everyone went to see CATS: The Jellicle Ball…

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Suffs Musical is available to stream for FREE through Great Performances l PBS until July 31. It’s one of five performances in our streaming roundup this weekend.
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Thank you for joining us at our Autism Friendly Performance of & Juliet!