named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Emerging Artist Program
Apprenticeship initiative that supports early-career theater artists by pairing them with seasoned professionals to develop new works, with a focus on amplifying voices historically underrepresented in theater
Performing Arts Space Rental
Offers rental of a black box theater in Times Square for rehearsals, performances, and events, including technical support and production resources
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Performing Arts Venue Rental 1 activity
- Operating and renting performing arts theater space in Times SquareOperates a black box theatre in Times Square with a seating capacity of up to 90 and a maximum occupancy of 100, offering space rentals for rehearsals and performances to both commercial entities and nonprofit organizations at tiered rates.
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Professional Theatrical Production 1 activity
- Producing theatrical works through in-house programs and artist collaborationsProduces and presents original theatrical performances, including musicals and works exploring personal and social themes, through initiatives such as the Emerging Artist Program and collaborative development of new works, with recent productions including "Brass Heart the Musical" and a performance on April 4, 2025.
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 1 activity
- Providing artistic development and performance opportunities for underrepresented artistsOffers programs and apprenticeships that support early-career and underrepresented artists—including women over 50, artists of color, and artists of diverse body types—enabling them to develop and present new works through mounted productions, workshops, and storytelling platforms.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$166K
Contributions & grants$145K87%
Program service revenue$21K13%
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$193K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$123K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$40K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$-35K
1 years on record · 2021–2021
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
Who runs it
board members · 1
- CHRISTINE HENRY — ARTISTIC DIRECTOR
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Actors Equity Association Partner — Union providing personnel for actors and stage managers in the production
- Anthony Rapp Partner — Collaborated as a performer in Off-Broadway productions directed by Emerging Artist Abigail E. Strange.
- Anthony Rapp Partner — Endorsed Royal Family Productions and its commitment to authentic theatrical storytelling.
- Chris Henry Partner — Mentor in the Emerging Artist Mentorship program.
- Dailey-Monda Management Partner — Provided general and production management services for the musical
- Dailey-Monda Management Partner — Provided general management services for the production.
- Dee Roscioli Partner — Performed in Off-Broadway production Dedalus Lounge produced by Royal Family.
- Feldman, Golinski, Reedy + Ben-Zvi, PLLC Partner — Provides legal counsel to Royal Family Productions Inc.
- Lincoln Center Partner — Co-presents the "Broadway Meets Jazz Under the Stars" performance.
- Michael DeRose Partner — Helped reimagine and reinvent the Royal Family website.
- Russ Rowland Partner — Provided photographs for the production.
- Russ Rowland Partner — Serves as Royal Family Photographer.
- Sean Cullen Partner — Performed in Off-Broadway production Nobody Suspects a Butterfly produced by Royal Family.
- Stage Directors and Choreographers Society Government — Director participated in the production under the auspices of the Stage Directors and Choreographers Society.
- Stage Directors and Choreographers Society Partner — Union providing personnel for the director in the production
- Steve Walters Partner — Performed in Off-Broadway production Nobody Suspects a Butterfly produced by Royal Family.
- Todd Gilmour Partner — Helped reimagine and reinvent the Royal Family website.
strategies · 4
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.
- Arts-Integrated Community and Education Modelmethodology: arts-integrated educationBy embedding musical theatre into after-school programming and framing community as an active process of connection, we produce sustained engagement and personal growth, because integrating the arts into education and local culture fosters belonging and creative empowerment.
- Creative Safe Space for Artistic Risk-Takingmethodology: creative safe spaceBy cultivating a creative environment centered on bravery and fearlessness, we produce authentic artistic expression and audience challenge, because a psychologically safe yet demanding space enables artists and audiences to confront complex human truths.
- Emerging-Experienced Artist Collaboration Modelmethodology: artist-collaboration-community-engagementBy integrating early-career artists with seasoned professionals in the creation and performance of bold theatrical work, we produce innovative art and artist development, because collaborative intergenerational practice fosters mentorship, risk-taking, and community energy.
- Theatrical Storytelling for Identity and Emotional Explorationmethodology: theatrical-storytellingBy using narrative-centered performances that incorporate hip hop vernacular, poetry, and spiritual themes, we produce deep audience and artist engagement, because culturally resonant and emotionally honest storytelling enables exploration of complex identities and human truths.