irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2019
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $78KDevelopment, IATIs play development program seeks to expand the possibilities of playwriting. It curates a lineup of experimental writers who are encouraged to push the boundaries of contemporary dramaturgy.
- #2 $78KTouring Plays for Children, IATIs childrens repertoire is presented in schools and libraries in NYC and beyond for children aged 4-11. The shows promote friendship, team work, healthy decision-making and positive attitudes toward the environment.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Children’s Theater Touring Program
Brings bilingual, educational performances to NYC schools and libraries for children aged 4–11, promoting themes of friendship, teamwork, and environmental awareness.
Cimientos Play Development Program
Supports the development of new works in English and Spanish through workshop panels, mentorship, and an annual Staged Readings Series festival that showcases experimental playwrights from diverse backgrounds.
Quantum Echoes: BIPOC Rehearsal Space Access Program
Offers subsidized rehearsal space at $10 per hour to Black, Indigenous, and People of Color artists and organizations, prioritizing equity and inclusion in the performing arts.
Senior Classes
Provides creative arts workshops for older adults at public libraries and community centers across New York City, fostering engagement and lifelong learning.
Street Milongas
Hosts open-air tango dance events on E 4th Street in the East Village, offering public instruction and performance opportunities in Argentine tango.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Facility Accessibility Improvements 1 activity
- Ensuring physical accessibility and inclusive venue designCompleted multi-phase building renovations to ensure ADA compliance, including wheelchair-accessible elevators, ramps, seating, gender-neutral restrooms with 26-inch-wide doorways, and accessible entrances. These upgrades support inclusive access to performances and events.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Hosting multidisciplinary cultural festivals and community gatheringsOrganizes annual festivals such as Ágora and legacy events like De todo un poco and Lights On!, which integrate performance, dialogue, and community engagement to amplify underrepresented voices, including LGBTQ+, women, seniors, and grassroots artists.
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 1 activity
- Offering artist training and professional development programsProvides year-round workshops, classes, internships, and volunteer opportunities through the LAB Workshop Productions and Classes program, supporting artists at all career stages with training and tools for artistic growth.
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New Play Development Programs 1 activity
- Operating a play development program for new theatrical worksRuns the Cimientos Play Development Program, which supports experimental writers and NYC-based Latin American playwrights through workshops, staged readings, and an annual festival. The program fosters collaboration and the expansion of contemporary dramaturgy, culminating in the annual week-long Staged Readings Series.
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Latino and Multicultural Theater Production 1 activity
- Producing multicultural and Latinx-focused theater productionsProduces year-round mainstage and experimental theater works featuring established and emerging Latin-led artists, with a focus on original and bilingual storytelling that reflects the richness of Latin cultures. Productions include touring children's plays and holiday performances presented in schools and community venues across New York City.
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Subsidized Rehearsal and Performance Space 1 activity
- Providing subsidized rehearsal and performance spaceOffers subsidized rental rates—$10 per hour—for qualifying BIPOC and emerging artists through the Quantum Echoes program. Maintains three professional-grade spaces: two black box theaters (72 and 40 seats) and a rehearsal studio, available for rehearsals, independent productions, filmings, and community events.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- Touring educational theater performances to childrenPresents touring bilingual theater productions for children aged 4–11 in public schools and libraries across New York City and surrounding areas, with themes focused on social and environmental issues. These performances have been a sustained program for over fifteen years.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$446K
Contributions & grants$321K72%
Program service revenue$18K4%
Investment income$90%
Other revenue$106K
expenses
Total expenses$466K
Program expenses60%
Admin / overhead36%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$136K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$218K
Cash$27K
Investments$0
Liabilities$50K
Net assets$167K
Liquid reserves0.7 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue +1.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 3
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| WINSTON ESTEVEZ | EXECUTIVE ARTISTIC DIRECTOR/BOARD DIRECTOR | 35 | $80K |
| ANDRE BARUFFI | BOARD DIRECTOR | 7 | $11K |
| VIVIAN DEANGELO | BOARD DIRECTOR | 10 | $5K |
board members · 6
- BETSY PUJOLS — BOARD DIRECTOR
- ISOLDA PEGUERO — PRESIDENT
- MANUEL HERRERA — TREASURER
- MARICELA BAEZ — BOARD DIRECTOR
- RAQUEL A GUTIERREZ — SECRETARY
- TONY PLANA — BOARD DIRECTOR
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- ACE Partner — Recognizes IATI Theater's productions through awards.
- Actors Access Partner — Platform used for posting audition opportunities.
- Andre Baruffi Partner — Contact person for space rentals and availability inquiries.
- Andrea Goldman Partner — Brand design consultant
- COMMIT Partner — Partner organization responsible for website design
- Carey Terranova Partner — Brand design consultant
- Cimientos Partner — Play development program offering workshops and staged readings for playwrights.
- Cimientos Play Development Program Partner — Flagship program of IATI Theater supporting playwrights through development workshops and staged readings.
- Councilmember Margarita Lopez Government — Assisted IATI in purchasing the building at 64 East 4th Street.
- Evan Sargent Partner — Brand design consultant
- GiveButter Partner — Platform used for fundraising event ticketing.
- HOLA Partner — Recognizes IATI Theater's productions through awards.
- Mujerstory Partner — Legacy program integrated into the Ágora festival to celebrate women's herstory.
- New York State Council on the Arts Funder — Provides funding support for the Quantum Echoes: BIPOC Rehearsal Space Access Program.
- Queertástico Partner — Legacy program integrated into the Ágora festival to celebrate LGBTQ+ artists.
- Small Format Theater Festival in Havana, Cuba Partner — Prestigious festival that has awarded IATI Theater for its productions.
- Tertulia Partner — Legacy program integrated into the Ágora festival as a platform for forward-thinking art.
- TicketTailor Partner — Platform used for ticket sales for plays and events.
strategies · 5
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.
- Amplification of Underrepresented Voices through Intercultural Theatermethodology: amplifying underrepresented voicesBy creating and presenting interdisciplinary, Latin-led theatrical works that incorporate global artistic voices, the organization amplifies marginalized perspectives because centering culturally rooted yet globally engaged narratives expands representation and challenges dominant theatrical paradigms.
- Community Building through Intergenerational and Inclusive Theater Practicemethodology: community-building through intergenerational theaterBy using theater as a space for intergenerational connection and as a haven for immigrant and visiting Latin American artists, the organization strengthens community cohesion because shared artistic practice fosters belonging, mutual support, and cultural continuity across generations and geographies.
- Equity in Access to Artistic Resourcesmethodology: equity-focused accessBy providing subsidized rehearsal space to BIPOC artists, the organization lowers systemic barriers to production and fosters creative empowerment because equitable access to infrastructure enables underrepresented artists to develop and present work they otherwise couldn't.
- Play Development as Cultural Incubationmethodology: play-development-centered-creationBy supporting the full lifecycle of play development—from concept through staged readings to performance—the organization cultivates authentic narratives that reflect Latin cultural complexity because structured artistic incubation enables deeper narrative exploration and community engagement.
- Vanguardia as Artistic Innovationmethodology: vanguardiaBy embracing artistic risk-taking, discomfort, and experimentation, the organization produces original and culturally relevant theater because these elements are believed to provoke political and cultural reflection, driving innovation in Latinx storytelling.