irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $146KADULT TOURING PRODUCTION COMPRIMISED OF TEACHING ARTIST, DIRECTORS AND PERFORMERS WILL PRODUCE AND PERFORM CTC'S MUSICAL THEATER CATALOG FOR GENERAL PUBLIC. PERFORMANCES WILL BE FOLLOWED BY EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS FOR YOUNG AUDIENCES AS PART OF THEIR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING.
named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Adult Touring Production
Professional touring musical theater performances by teaching artists, directors, and performers, followed by educational workshops for young audiences as part of their development.
Educational Theater Residencies
After-school music theater residencies designed to serve low-income and underserved communities, integrating arts education with ethical and social development.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Youth Theater Arts Education 3 activities
- Deliver theater education programs and workshopsOffers weekly classes, school break camps, and after-school residencies in drama, dance, singing, creative writing, and ethical education for children and youth. Programs include full musical theater production experiences and are delivered in schools and community settings across New York City.
- Produce and perform original musical theater productions for young audiencesCreates and stages original musicals for children and youth ages 5–19, including full productions with professional design elements such as costumes, music, and published cast albums. These productions are performed publicly and have been presented at venues such as the Dizzy Gillespie Theater and the United Nations.
- Train educators and artists in CTC’s theater-based methodologyProvides Teaching Artist Workshops and training programs for educators, artists, and community organizations in CTC’s educational theater model, supporting replication of its programming in diverse settings.
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Arts and Cultural Workforce Training 2 activities
- Provide internship and pre-professional training opportunitiesOffers supervised internships for high school, college, and pre-professional students in production, pedagogy, and arts management, providing hands-on experience in theater operations and education.
- Support youth performer development and career readinessProvides professional development resources for young performers, including studio headshots, press kits, rehearsal materials, vocal and speech training, and industry showcases attended by casting professionals to support career advancement.
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Youth Safety and Protection Programs 1 activity
- Ensure child safety in all programsConducts criminal background checks on all employees and volunteers and provides annual child safety training to staff, contractors, and volunteers in compliance with state law.
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Regional Chapter Network Support 1 activity
- Expand organizational reach through regional chapter developmentSupports the formation and operation of regional CTC chapters across the United States, including in Boston, Los Angeles, Peekskill, and Long Island, by providing training and program implementation support.
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School and School-Community Events 1 activity
- Facilitate community and family engagement in theater programsEngages families and communities through weekly Parent Discussion Cafes, annual retreats, graduation ceremonies, and Honor Circle gatherings that emphasize character, leadership, and spiritual reflection. Also involves community advisory boards and bonding processes to strengthen program ownership and participant relationships.
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financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$356K
Contributions & grants$148K42%
Program service revenue$208K58%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$470K
Program expenses74%
Admin / overhead26%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$2K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$14K
Cash$14K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$14K
Liquid reserves0.4 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2022 · YoY revenue +9.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEHR MANSURI | EXECUTIVE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR | 40 | $5K |
board members · 7
- Eric Dozier — Officer
- HEIDI BROUMAND ESQ — Officer
- Hamid Samandari — Officer
- Jack Lenz — Treasurer
- KAREN BLAINE — Secretary
- RAMIN ABRISHAMIAN — Officer
- William E Davis — Chair
relationships · 25
Who they work with
- Broadway producers of "A Wonderful World: The Louis Armstrong Musical" Partner — Broadway producers have selected CTC as their charity partner and donated a performance of "A Wonderful World" for its 25th anniversary celebration.
- CITY HARVEST, NY Partner — Collaborated on service projects.
- CITY YEAR, NY Partner — Collaborated on service projects.
- Development@ctcnyc.org Partner — Email contact for development inquiries
- Dizzy Gillespie Theater Partner — Venue hosting performances of the musical Glimmerings of Hope.
- Dr. Michelle Chamblin Partner — DEI Facilitator involved in handling discrimination and harassment complaints.
- Drama Training Institute Partner — Karida Griffith was an instructor and director at The Drama Training Institute in Newton, Massachusetts.
- Eric Dozier Partner — Conducts interviews with individuals involved in the Children's Theatre Company, contributing to testimonial documentation.
- Eric Dozier Partner — DEI Director of Equity & Inclusion Strategist involved in receiving reports of sexual abuse and harassment.
- Harlem Gospel Choir Partner — Eric Dozier served as musical director for the Harlem Gospel Choir.
- Horace Mann School Partner — Mehr Mansuri taught 6th Grade English at Horace Mann School while re-establishing The Children's Theatre Company in New York City.
- Jef Canter Partner — Company Manager responsible for handling harassment and discrimination complaints.
- Mehr Mansuri Partner — Executive Director and Executive Artistic Director who receives written complaints of harassment and discrimination.
- Melina Salifoski Partner — Director of Operations who receives reports of suspected sexual abuse or misconduct.
- NY Department of Education (Beacon Schools) Government — Partnered with Beacon Schools under the NY Department of Education for educational programming.
- NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) Partner — Conducted workshops and seminars in partnership with DYCD.
- Nancy Ewing Partner — Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Facilitator and Board Member involved in investigating harassment complaints.
- National Endowment for the Arts Government — Mehr Mansuri serves as a panelist for the National Endowment for the Arts in Theater / Musical Theater.
- New Group Partner — Mehr Mansuri had producing credits with The New Group in New York City, including productions with Scott Elliott.
- Poly Prep Country Day School Partner — Karida Griffith is currently the Middle School Drama Teacher and Director at Poly Prep Country Day School in Brooklyn.
- Reynold's Arts Magnet School Partner — Karida Griffith was head of the after-school drama program at Reynold's Arts Magnet School in Bristol, Rhode Island.
- Ronald McDonald House, NY Partner — Engaged in service projects with the organization.
- UNICEF Partner — Collaborated on PSAs and the “GO-GIRLS” broadcasts.
- United Nations Partner — Hosts off-site performances by CTC performers
- United Nations Partner — Performed and spoken at multiple United Nations events including the General Assembly, the Special Session on Children, and the Day of International Peace.
strategies · 3
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.
- Child-Centered Community Development Through Theatermethodology: child-centered_community_developmentBy centering children and theater in community programming, we foster inclusivity, empathy, and collective healing because artistic engagement empowers youth as active agents of change within their communities.
- Integrated Arts and Ethics Education Modelmethodology: arts-education-through-performance-and-workshopBy combining touring theater performances with post-show workshops and multidisciplinary arts education, we deepen youth engagement with societal and ethical issues because live artistic experiences catalyze reflective learning and social action.
- Theater for Moral Reasoning and Youth Empowermentmethodology: theater_for_moral_reasoningBy integrating musical theater with ethical and spiritual reflection, we develop moral reasoning and empathy in youth because immersive storytelling creates a safe space for ethical exploration and personal transformation.