
About Us
Founded in 1979, Theatre District Association of Western New York, Inc. is a not-for-profit community association dedicated to the promotion of the health and well-being of Buffalo’s neighborhood known as the Theatre District.
It is our goal to foster public awareness and appreciation of the unique aspects of the Theatre District as an urban cultural neighborhood and to provide a forum for the exchange of information and ideas which may affect the welfare of the District and its members and to promote dialogue with other agencies or organizations which may impact our neighborhood.
TDA focuses attention on neighborhood cleanup and physical improvement, and encourages programs for safety and security.
TDA also participates in the development and production of public events which showcase the Theatre District and promote its economic development and growth. Join us each September for Curtain Up!

Become Involved!
Theatre District Association welcomes membership by
property owners, tenants, businesses, non-profit organizations, residents … and any interested individuals.
Theatre District Association Members help move the neighborhood forward in areas such as:
Public Relations and Marketing
Special Events including Curtain Up!
Advocacy
Neighborhood Security and Maintenance
Informational Forums and Presentations
Promoting Membership and Welcoming New Neighbors

Members
Theatre District Association welcomes membership by property owners, tenants, businesses, non-profit organizations, residents and any interested individuals.
View/Print Membership Application Form
Current Members of the TDA Board of Directors:
President: Chris Handley
Vice President:
Treasurer: Mary Young
Secretary: Michael Russo
Class 1 (2-year term ends in 2023)
710 Main Street
Buffalo Place
Buffalo Spree
Kavinoky Theatre
Matinee
Smith Theatre
Starring Buffalo
Working for Downtown
Class 2 (2 year term ends in 2022)
Alleyway Theatre
Full Circle Studios
Hostel Buffalo Niagara
Irish Classical Theatre Company
M&T Bank
Shakespeare in Delaware Park
Shea’s Performing Arts Center


presents
Curtain Up!
Our annual Curtain Up! event celebrates the opening of the theatre season in Buffalo and the continued strength of the Theatre District that has played a large role in Buffalo’s Resurgence. Experience this unique celebration in two “Acts.”