named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
ATC Radio
Audio-based theatrical productions, such as solo performances, adapted for broadcast or digital distribution.
Around the Table Reading Series
Free staged readings of new plays by New York-based playwrights, aimed at developing thought-provoking and challenging works.
Brave New Voices
Formerly Broadway on the Bowery, this series showcases emerging musical theatre talent and new musical works through concert performances.
Mainstage
Full productions of new plays by contemporary playwrights, often featuring professional actors and directors.
One Night Only Series
Special event performances designed to create unique, one-time theatrical experiences, often spotlighting solo performers or new works.
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Professional Theatrical Production 3 activities
- Development and production of new American playsDevelops and produces new theatrical works by emerging and established playwrights, with a focus on stories reflecting social, political, historical, and cultural diversity. Produces mainstage seasons in New York City venues such as Theatre Row and A.R.T./New York Theatres.
- One-time and special theatrical eventsProduces unique, limited-run performances through initiatives like the One Night Only Series, including staged productions such as "Love! Valour! Compassion!" and "Steel Magnolias," often tied to cultural or community observances like Pride Week.
- Production of solo performances and one-person showsProduces and stages solo theatrical works, including autobiographical and character-driven performances, such as "Robin & Me: My Little Spark of Madness," "Get On Your Knees," and "Just For Us," many of which have received critical acclaim and award nominations.
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Live Music Performances & Concerts 1 activity
- Hosting musical events and concert performancesHosts musical events and concert-style performances featuring Broadway stars and rising talent from the New York musical theatre community, including full concert productions of new musicals like "It Happened in Key West."
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Artist and Curatorial Publications 1 activity
- Publication and licensing of developed playsFacilitates the publication and licensing of full-length and short plays developed through its programs, with multiple works included in national anthologies and distributed by Dramatists Play Service and Samuel French.
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New Play Development Programs 1 activity
- Staged readings of new plays through reading seriesPresents free staged readings of new works by New York-based playwrights through programs such as the Around the Table Reading Series and the Ghostlight Reading Series, providing early-stage development opportunities for new plays.
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 1 activity
- Support and promotion of emerging artistsProvides collaborative space and industry exposure for emerging playwrights, directors, and performers, fostering artistic development and inclusion within the New York theatre community.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Digital and virtual theatrical productionsCreates virtual theatrical content, including filmed plays and audio plays, through Abingdon Virtual and the ATC Radio series, adapting works like "As Apple Pie" and "A Little More Blue" for digital platforms.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$418K
Contributions & grants$259K62%
Program service revenue$146K35%
Investment income$14K3%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$591K
Program expenses88%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$358K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$295K
Cash$274K
Investments$0
Liabilities$258K
Net assets$37K
Liquid reserves5.6 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -27.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHAD AUSTIN JENKINS | ARTISTIC DIRECT | 40 | $124K |
board members · 13
- AMY E GEWIRTZ — BOARD MEMBER
- JAN BUTTRAM — ART DIR EMERITI
- JIM KIERSTEAD — Chair
- JOHN GASDASKA — BOARD MEMBER
- KATELYN NICHOLS BARZIZZA — BOARD MEMBER
- KATHERINE KLINE — Treasurer
- LISA W SPELTZ — Secretary
- LORETTA MCCARTHY — BOARD MEMBER
- MERRIE L DAVIS — BOARD MEMBER
- PAMELA PAUL — BOARD MEMBER
- RACHEL STANGE — BOARD MEMBER
- RICHARD VIDA — BOARD MEMBER
- YASMEEN MOCK — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- A.R.T./New York Theatres Partner — Hosted Abingdon Theatre Company's production of "maybe tomorrow" at the Mezzanine Theatre.
- Caleen Sinnette Jennings Partner — Playwright and collaborator on the production "Queen's Girl in the World"
- Chelsea table & stage Partner — Venue partner hosting Brave New Voices events
- Christine Toy Johnson Partner — Writer, performer, and director of multiple productions including "Empress Mei Li Lotus Blossom" and "A Little More Blue"
- Dominique Fishback Partner — Playwright whose work "Subverted" was presented in the Ghostlight Reading Series
- Dramatists Play Service Partner — Publishes and licenses plays developed by Abingdon Theatre Company
- Jaqueline Novak Partner — Writer and performer of the mainstage production "Get On Your Knees"
- John Early Partner — Director of the production "Get On Your Knees"
- Paige Hernandez Partner — Director of the production "Queen's Girl in the World"
- Philip Dawkins Partner — Playwright whose work "The Gentleman Caller" was produced as a mainstage show
- Queens Theatre Partner — Presented Leaving Brooklyn as part of its 2018 Fall season.
- Samuel French Partner — Publishes plays developed by Abingdon Theatre Company
- The Tyler Clementi Foundation Partner — Honored The Tyler Clementi Foundation in a theatrical event celebrating LGBTQ+ history and Pride.
- Theatre 71 Partner — Hosted staged readings including ARAncini and The Corner of Bitter and Sweet.
- Theatre Row Partner — Hosted multiple Abingdon Theatre Company productions including "'Til Death," "Robin & ME," and "Queens Girl in the World" at its theatre complex on 42nd Street.
- Tony Speciale Partner — Director of multiple productions including "The Gentleman Caller" and "The Boy Who Danced On Air"
- Vineyard Theatre Partner — Co-presented staged readings including Rebound and Leaving Brooklyn.
- duane park Partner — Venue partner hosting Brave New Voices events
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.
- Artist-Centered New Play Developmentmethodology: artist-centered_collaborationBy providing a collaborative, supportive environment for playwrights, directors, and actors, Abingdon Theatre Company fosters the creation of bold new works because artistic innovation thrives when creators feel safe, nurtured, and empowered to take risks.
- Inclusive Storytelling for Community Engagementmethodology: culturally-inclusive_storytellingBy producing theater that centers diverse, culturally inclusive, and often autobiographical narratives, the company fosters unity and community participation because audiences engage more deeply when they see their experiences reflected and validated on stage.