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CNY Playhouse Inc
Sherrill, NY · EIN 843950264 · Form 990EZ · FY2023 · NTEE A65 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Micro (<$100K) · cnyplayhouse.org
revenue
$63K
expenses
$45K
net assets
$26K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

Not for profit community theater

profile · synthesized from sources

Community theater organization based in Central New York that produces and stages live theatrical performances, including musicals, plays, and original adaptations. The organization serves local audiences and provides performance opportunities for regional actors, artists, and theater professionals. Since 2012, it has presented over 100 productions across multiple seasons, operating as a nonprofit with a volunteer-driven team and community-focused mission.

named programs · 6 · from sources

What they call their work

2026 Season Productions
Staged theatrical performances including "The War of the Worlds: The 1938 Radio Broadcast," "Twelve Angry Jurors," "A Rock Sails By," "Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical," "Deathtrap," "We Are The Tigers," and "Oliver!"
Cabaret Series
Performance series showcasing local singers and vocal talent in an intimate setting
Cuse Comedy Showcase
Performance series providing a platform for amateur comedians in the Central New York area
Dance Audition Workshop
Preparation workshop for dance calls and auditions led by choreographer Camille Mason, offering training in multiple dance styles for performers
One Night Series
Performance opportunity for singer-songwriters and youth performers to present original or curated work on stage
Script Search
Program to solicit and review original scripts from playwrights for potential production in future seasons
activities · 2 groups

What they do

  • Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
    • Host performance series and workshops for local artists
      Hosts recurring performance series including the Cuse Comedy Showcase, Cabaret series, and One Night Series to support local performers. Also offers skill-building opportunities such as dance calls and audition preparation workshops for theater artists.
  • Professional Theatrical Production 1 activity
    • Produce and present theatrical performances
      Stages multiple theatrical productions annually for public audiences, including plays and musicals such as "Deathtrap," "We Are The Tigers," "Jekyll & Hyde," "Oliver!," "12 Angry Jurors," and "A Rock Sails By." The organization has produced over 100 theatrical productions since its founding and continues to present performances featuring local actors and artists.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$63K
Contributions & grants$63K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
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expenses
Total expenses$45K
Program expenses—
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Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$26K
Cash—
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Net assets$26K
3 years on record · 2021–2023 · YoY revenue +54.3%
relationships · 8

Who they work with

  • Atonement Lutheran Church Partner — Hosts CNY Playhouse in its space.
  • CNY Arts Partner — Administers the Statewide Community Regrants Program which funds CNY Playhouse Inc projects
  • Camille Mason Partner — Collaborates with choreographer Camille Mason to lead a dance audition workshop.
  • New York State Council on the Arts Government — Funding partner through the Statewide Community Regrants Program
  • New York State Legislature Government — Supports funding for the Statewide Community Regrants Program
  • Office of the Governor Government — Supports funding for the Statewide Community Regrants Program
  • Playbill Partner — Collaborates on program materials for theatrical productions, as indicated by the presence of a Playbill link in the website footer.
  • Playbill Partner — Partners with Playbill to provide program materials for Jekyll & Hyde The Musical.
strategies · 2

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Community-Centered Theater Model
    methodology: community-centered_theater
    By providing a dedicated performance space and artistic home for local artists and audiences, we foster a sense of belonging and shared ownership in the theater ecosystem, which strengthens community engagement and sustains long-term artistic participation because inclusion and accessibility are central to cultural vitality.
  • Historical Reenactment with Contextual Dramaturgy
    methodology: historical_reenactment_with_original_context
    By combining live staging of original scripts with newly created acts that dramatize their historical context, we deepen audience understanding and engagement because contextual storytelling enhances the educational and emotional impact of classic works.