named programs · 13 · from sources
What they call their work
Ambassadors
Free leadership program for grades 9-12 that involves community outreach, social media, fundraising, and recruitment; offers community service hours
Headshot Day
Low-cost professional headshot photography sessions for children and adults, supporting the nonprofit through proceeds
Industry Showcase
Annual free showcase in NYC for ages 5-18 to perform for agents, managers, and casting directors; participation by audition
Jellybeans
Performance program for grades K-3 with no audition required; each child receives a speaking role and solo in a fully produced musical, culminating in a performance after 11 sessions over 3 months
Junior & Senior Conservatories
Audition-based conservatory programs for grades 4-7 and 8-12 focusing on advanced stagecraft and performance skills
Junior Directors
Free behind-the-scenes program for grades 5-12 to assist professional directors with Jellybeans productions; offers community service hours
Kids For A Cause
Free, audition-based outreach program for ages 7-13 that performs musical revues at hospitals and senior centers to brighten patients' and residents' days
Lab
Advanced musical theater program for grades 6-9 that prepares students for challenging Broadway material, culminating in a full performance after 10 sessions
Summer Workshop Intensives
Two-week summer programs for grades 3-9 with daily rehearsals and theater activities culminating in a performance at a professional Westchester theater
The Anti-Bullying Tour
Free, audition-based touring musical for grades 5-9 that addresses bullying and peer pressure; performs at schools within 1 hour of central Westchester
The Edge
Audition-based program for high school and college students performing professional-level shows with adult themes; two productions annually
Vacation Workshops
Short-term musical theater workshops during school breaks for grades 3-12, including a performance and Q&A with Broadway performers
Workshops
Program for grades 3-5 that condenses Broadway shows into mini-musicals; focuses on musical theater training and teamwork, with performances after 10 sessions over 3 months
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Youth Theater Arts Education 5 activities
- Summer theater programs for childrenProvides summer theater intensives and camps for students in grades 1–9, including two-week workshop programs with daily rehearsals and instruction in acting, singing, and dancing. Each participant receives a speaking role and solo, culminating in performances at professional theaters in Westchester.
- The Edge program for high school and college-age performersRuns a theater program for youth ages 13 and up, producing two annual audition-based shows in winter and spring. The 12-week program includes weekly rehearsals and performances of mature, challenging works in a professional setting, with open auditions and scholarship support available.
- Theater education programs for children in grades K-9Offers age-specific theater programs including Jellybeans (grades K-3), Workshop (grades 3-5), and Lab (grades 6-9), each providing musical theater training, speaking roles, solos, and full productions. Programs run seasonally (fall, winter, spring) and include rehearsal-based instruction culminating in performances.
- Vacation and holiday theater workshopsHosts half-day theater intensives during school breaks for students in grades 3–12, focusing on scenes, songs, and dances from Broadway shows. Workshops conclude with performances and are offered in December and other vacation periods.
- Youth leadership and skill development through theaterIntegrates student leadership opportunities within theater programs and uses musical theater training to help children develop life skills, leadership, self-esteem, and appreciation for the arts. Emphasizes teamwork, improvisation, and audition technique.
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Anti-Bullying Education and Prevention Programs 1 activity
- Anti-bullying touring theater productionsProduces and performs original anti-bullying musicals such as "The New Kid" and "#JustBeYou" for students in schools across Westchester County. These free, 40- to 55-minute performances address bullying, peer pressure, and social media challenges, reaching over 30,000 students since 2008.
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Performing Arts Ticket Access Programs 1 activity
- Distribution of free and low-cost theater ticketsProvided 6,000 free and low-cost tickets to students to increase access to live theater performances, funded in part by surplus tuition payments from higher-income families.
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Theatrical Casting and Audition Programs 1 activity
- Industry Showcase and career development for youth performersHosts an annual Industry Showcase in New York City where selected youth performers present live on stage for talent agents and casting professionals. Also provides low-cost headshot photography sessions to support young performers’ entry into the industry.
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Live Music Performances for Seniors and Isolated Populations 1 activity
- Kids For A Cause community performance programRuns a free, audition-based program where children ages 7–13 perform 30-minute musical revues at hospitals, senior centers, and community events to promote well-being and uplift audiences. Registration opens annually in September.
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Sliding-Scale Tuition Programs 1 activity
- Scholarships and subsidized access to theater programsAwarded over $70,000 in scholarships over four years and offers subsidized tuition options without application, allowing families to self-select based on financial need. Surplus payments from full-tuition families fund scholarships, discounted tickets, and free performances.
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Children's Themed Birthday Parties 1 activity
- Themed birthday parties with theatrical performancesHosts themed birthday parties for children ages 6 and up, featuring custom theatrical performances starring the birthday child and guests, combining entertainment with interactive theater elements.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.90M
Contributions & grants$423K22%
Program service revenue$1.39M73%
Investment income$36K2%
Other revenue$54K
expenses
Total expenses$1.96M
Program expenses75%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising10%
Salaries & benefits$1.07M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.57M
Cash$1.36M
Investments$0
Liabilities$343K
Net assets$1.22M
Liquid reserves8.4 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +3.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANYA WALLACH | CEO | 40 | $134K |
board members · 4
- ELLEN BEST — SECRETARY
- JONATHAN LEVIRNE — TREASURER
- MEREDITH LEFF — CHAIR
- MONICA THURMOND — TRUSTEE
relationships · 11
Who they work with
- Alexander Family Funder — Provider of additional support for the #JustBeYou anti-bullying tour program.
- Hooper Family Funder — Sponsor of the #JustBeYou anti-bullying tour program.
- Kitchin Family Funder — Sponsor of the #JustBeYou anti-bullying tour program.
- New York State Council on the Arts Government — Primary grant funder supporting the organization's programs.
- Not specified Partner — Provides free performances and outreach to those in need, though specific partner organizations are not named.
- Paramount in Peekskill Partner — Hosts performances for Random Farms Kids' Theater shows.
- Random Farms Kids' Theater Partner — Kids For A Cause is a community outreach initiative of Random Farms Kids' Theater.
- Schlosser Family Funder — Provider of additional support for the #JustBeYou anti-bullying tour program.
- Westchester Magazine Partner — Recognized the organization as an award-winning nonprofit that prepares youth performers for professional theater careers.
- Yorktown Stage Partner — Co-hosts performances for Random Farms Kids' Theater productions.
- Zipper Family Funder — Sponsor of the #JustBeYou anti-bullying tour program.
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.
- Inclusive Access Modelmethodology: inclusive_accessBy removing barriers such as prior experience and financial means, we enable broad participation in high-quality theater education, because inclusive access fosters confidence, belonging, and skill development across diverse backgrounds.
- Process-Oriented Arts Educationmethodology: process_over_productBy emphasizing the developmental journey of theater training over the final performance, we foster personal growth in self-esteem, teamwork, and life skills, because the rehearsal and collaborative process provides a more impactful learning environment than performance alone.
- Youth-Led Peer Education Through Performancemethodology: peer_education_through_artsBy using youth-performed musicals to address social issues like bullying in schools, we increase engagement and behavioral impact, because peer-led messaging is more relatable and credible to target audiences than adult-led instruction.