Victoria Bailey

The Commercial Theater Institute Three-Day Intensive Will Return This Week

After a four-year hiatus, the Commercial Theater Institute – in partnership with The Broadway League and TDF – will return this week with its Three-Day Intensive. Building upon four decades of commercial theater producing education, CTI provides critical foundational literacy about the business of commercial theater producing.

Ana Gasteyer to Join TDF's Fall Fundraiser BROADWAY BREAKFAST At City Winery

Stage and screen star Ana Gasteyer has joined the lineup for its annual fall fundraiser, Broadway Breakfast, to be held at City Winery New York City. The event will feature Laura Benanti, and more. See how to purchase tickets.

Laura Benanti and Norm Lewis Will Headline TDF'S Broadway Breakfast Fundraiser

Laura Benanti and Norm Lewis will headline TDF's Broadway Breakfast, their annual fall fundraising event, which will take place on October 23 at 8 AM at City Winery.

Applications Now Open for the 2024 Prince Fellowship

Applications are now open for the 2024 Prince Fellowship program. Learn how to apply.

Lilli Cooper, Santino Fontana & Andrea Martin to Perform at TDF Fall Fundraiser

TDF will host its first major in-person fundraiser since the pandemic on Wednesday, October 25 at 8 a.m. at City Winery. Learn how to purchase tickets!

The Prince Fellowship Reveals 2023 Fellows

The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, has revealed that Maxwell Beer has received The Prince Fellowship and Amy Marie Haven has received the Prince/TTLP Fellowship.

Casa Romantica Cultural Center And Gardens Announces 2024 Season

Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, a renowned and celebrated cultural landmark in Southern California, ihas announced its programming and events calendar for the upcoming 2023-2024 season.

TDF Names Deeksha Gaur As Executive Director

The Board of Trustees of TDF, one of the country's foremost not-for-profit service organizations for the performing arts, has named Deeksha Gaur to the post of Executive Director. Ms. Gaur is a co-founder and the current General Manager of Show-Score, a theatre reviews platform. She will assume her duties at TDF on August 7. 

S. Epatha Merkerson, Eric Ulloa & More to Take Part in TKTS 50th Anniversary Celebration

On Wednesday, June 28, TDF’s TKTS will mark 50 years in Times Square. Starting at 11am, there will be a special celebration in honor of TKTS’ golden anniversary behind the TKTS Booth on Broadway and 47th Street, in front of the red steps.

Video: Meet the 2023 Recipients of Special Tony Awards

Later tonight, 26 people will be the proud recipients of 2023 Tony Awards. While we still have a few more hours to wait before we find out who, let's catch up with the very special honorees who already have a Tony to their name. 

Video: Lisa Dawn Cave, Victoria Bailey & Robert Fried Receive 2023 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre

Watch as production stage manager, Lisa Dawn Cave; Victoria Bailey, Executive Director, Theatre Development Fund; and theatrical accountant, Robert Fried receive the 2023 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre.

1,580 Tickets to Ten Broadway Shows to be Distributed to Service Members During Fleet Week

TDF has partnered with The Community Foundation of New Jersey to obtain 1580 tickets to ten Broadway shows. These tickets will be distributed, at no cost, to members of the United States Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard who will be in New York City during this year’s Fleet Week. 

WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE & More Win at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards

The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were handed out this evening to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. The Awards were distributed in a ceremony at NYU Skirball hosted by stars of stage and screen: Kevin Cahoon (Tony nominee, 'Shucked'), D'Arcy Carden ('The Thanksgiving Play'), Crystal Lucas-Perry (Tony nominee, 'Ain't No Mo''), Bonnie Milligan (Tony nominee, 'Kimberly Akimbo'), Arian Moayed (Tony nominee, 'A Doll's House'), and Tamara Tunie (The New Group's 'Bernarda's Daughters'). The Lucille Lortel Awards are produced by the Off-Broadway League and Lucille Lortel Theatre, with additional support provided by TDF.

Photos: On the Red Carpet at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards

The 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were given last night, May 7, to recipients in 15 categories, with four honorary awards also bestowed. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!

WOLF PLAY, TITANIQUE & More Win at the 2023 Lucille Lortel Awards

The 38th Annual Lucille Lortel Awards for Outstanding Achievement Off-Broadway were presented on, Sunday, May 7, 2023 at NYU Skirball beginning at 7:00pm EST. Check out the winners here!

Lisa Dawn Cave, Victoria Bailey and Robert Fried to Receive The 2023 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre

The Tony Awards Administration Committee will present the 2023 Tony Honors for Excellence in the Theatre to production stage manager, Lisa Dawn Cave; Victoria Bailey, Executive Director, Theatre Development Fund; and theatrical accountant, Robert Fried.

Everything We Know So Far About the 76th Annual Tony Awards

Broadway's biggest night is back in 2023! The Tony Awards, Broadway's most beloved tradition, returns this June, honoring theater professionals for distinguished achievement in the 2023/2023 Broadway season. What can you expect this time around? We've got the scoop!

Applications Now Open for 2023 Prince Fellowship

The Prince Fellowship, in association with Columbia University School of the Arts, announced that applications are now open for the 2023 Fellowship program.

Community Foundation Gifts 1,500 Broadway Tickets To Service Members During Fleet Week

The Community Foundation of New Jersey today announced it has funded the purchase of 1,500 tickets to nine Broadway shows which will be distributed to members of the United States Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard who are in New York City during this year's Fleet Week.

H. Gwen Marcus Succeeds Earl D. Weiner as TDF's Chair of the Board of Trustees

TDF, the not-for-profit organization for the performing arts formerly known as Theatre Development Fund, has welcomed a new Chair of the Board of Trustees: H. Gwen Marcus. The announcement was made by TDF’s current Chair, Earl D. Weiner, who has held the position since November 2008.