A Home For Directors & The Audiences They Inspire

Apply for The Directors Project 2025!

Our 2025 Fellowships, Residencies, and Assistantships for stage directors have transformed the American theatre and changed the lives of directors throughout the field. Now you can be a part of the 2025 suite of amazing opportunities, each of which includes financial support, creative opportunities, and expansion of your industry networks. Check them all out below!

New Workshop!

Take your directing career to the next level with our exclusive two-partĀ Directing Episodic Television: Training WorkshopĀ led by acclaimed director Jude Weng (Only Murders in the Building,Ā Black-ish,Ā The Good Place). This comprehensive series is designed for directors at all stages of their careers, providing invaluable insight into the episodic television industry.Ā 

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New Member-Exclusive Discounts!

As a Drama League member, you gain access to exclusive discounts at some of the finest establishments around NYC. Enjoy perks such as discounted admission to the Museum of Broadway, complimentary drinks at top restaurants, and special offers at local eateries. Simply show your digital member card to take advantage of these benefits.

Visit our discounts page to explore the latest deals and enhance your NYC experience.

Our Mission

The Drama League is the preeminent career development home for directors leading creative projects in theater, film, television, live performance, and online creation, offering access and opportunity to them, their collaborators, and the audiences they inspire across the world.

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Our Community

One of America’s premiere membership organizations for over a century, The Drama League offers Members exclusive ticket opportunities, private behind-the-scenes events, personal concierge services, discounts to restaurants, hotels, and museums and more…as well as voting privileges for The Drama League Awards, the oldest theatrical honors in the United States. The world of theater is at your fingertips, all while support future generations of imagination!

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Your support provides a life-long artistic home for directors. 

For Artists

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Workshops & Lifelong Learning

Hone your skills & connect with industry leaders

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Alumni Community

Connect with past fellows & residents

For Audiences

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Shows & Events

Upcoming events at The Drama League

Membership

Access your Member benefits or become a Member

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TA(L)KING DIRECTION Podcast

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