Community Initiatives
Vineyard Theatre is in the heart of the Union Square community.
Vineyard Theatre shares a Manhattan neighborhood with three high schools and partners with a variety of community organizations whose missions align with the values of The Vineyard.
We have worked closely with the Union Square Partnership on many community initiatives.
Our Good Neighbor Program is dedicated to providing low-cost or free tickets to students, arts workers, and any New Yorker for whom cost is a barrier to seeing our productions. Donations to the Good Neighbor Program support a number of initiatives that provide thousands of accessible tickets to New Yorkers each season.
Community Supported Tickets – 15% of tickets to all Vineyard performances are made available for $35.
Pay-It-Forward – An initiative providing donated tickets to communities whose voices are represented on stage and who otherwise may not be able to access tickets.
Affinity Nights – Intentionally curated evenings designed to celebrate and center the experiences of a specific group or community. At The Vineyard, our goal is to create a space where individuals feel truly seen and welcomed, with the opportunity to engage with the performance in a way that feels authentic and joyful. At The Vineyard, we are on a mission to push the boundaries of what theatre can be and do.
Who Can Come to an Affinity Night?
Affinity Nights are specifically designed for individuals who self-identify as part of the featured community, as well as their guests and allied individuals interested in participating in the intent and celebration of the group. While we wholeheartedly welcome all patrons, we encourage those outside the community to experience our work on another evening, allowing the affinity groups the space to come together in a way that feels genuine and empowering.
Why Affinity Night?
At Vineyard Theatre, we are deeply committed to creating intentional spaces where underrepresented communities can feel not only welcome but celebrated in the theatre. Our Affinity Nights are one of the ways we honor this commitment, specifically offering a space where community members can gather— to engage, connect, and celebrate shared experiences. These nights are an expression of the vibrant diversity of New York City and a joyous celebration of the people who make this city unique.