We’re extremely proud of the many programs, services and directives that help more than 17,350 people in performing arts and entertainment. One such program, The Phyllis Newman Women’s Health Initiative (PNWHI), addresses the myriad of concerns women face when dealing with serious medical conditions. Sadly, PNWHI’s founder, Phyllis Newman, passed away last weekend at the age of 86. But her passion to support her community will continue through the life-saving work done by the Women’s Health Initiative.

To expand our reach of life-changing resources for those in the industry, we’re bringing some of our highly successful programs pertaining to health and housing to Chicago! There’s still time to RSVP for our free workshops that help demystify information around affordable housing, health insurance and more in the Chicago area.

All of this work wouldn’t be possible without the generous participation of Broadway, off-Broadway and touring shows that raise invaluable funds for our services. These Special Performances (ninth shows added to an already rigorous week) and Producer’s Picks shows (when producers donate tickets so your entire purchase supports The Fund) are crucial to making sure we can continue to grow and expand our ability to support everyone in entertainment. We'd love to see you at our upcoming shows!

We’re so fortunate to have a community that’s dedicated to supporting each other through good times and bad—and we thank you for being a part of it all with us.

Upcoming Events

Hamilton

Special Performance, October 6, 7 pm

Additional Special Events >>>

Remembering Phyllis Newman

We mourn the loss of Phyllis Newman, a beloved Trustee, member of our Chairman’s Council, and founder of the Phyllis Newman Women’s Health Initiative, a program of The Fund. Over the years, Phyllis raised millions of dollars to support women in the performing arts and entertainment industry so they have a safe place to go to address serious medical concerns and get confidential and compassionate help.

Her career, on stage and off, spanned decades and mediums. She won a Tony in 1962 for supporting actress in a musical, and earned a special Tony, the Isabelle Stevenson Award, in 2009 for her dedication to women’s health and medical care. In 2016, we celebrated the 20th Anniversary of The Actors Fund’s “Nothing Like a Dame” benefit concert, all in honor of the Women’s Health Initiative at The Fund.

We extend our deepest condolences to her children, Amanda and Adam Green, and all of the family, friends and colleagues who will miss her dearly.

Learn more about the Phyllis Newman Women’s Health Initiative, Phyllis’s lasting legacy to support women in the performing arts and entertainment community.

Health, Wellness and Housing in Chicago

The Actors Fund is thrilled to offer free seminars to those working in the performing arts and entertainment industry in Chicago! As part of our initiative to bring programming to new communities, we’re offering Affordable Housing workshops to learn more about how to search and apply for housing in Chicago; sessions on how to enroll in health insurance; one-on-one consultations to discuss specific scenarios; and a Chicago Entertainment Community Health Fair that will offer flu shots, dental screenings, medical screenings and more!

Learn more about the Health, Wellness and Housing workshops coming to Chicago in October and November.

The cast of Ain’t Too Proud with Special Guests
Photo Credit: Jay Brady Photography

An Eventful Summer with The Actors Fund

The Actors Fund has had a busy summer of special events! We’re so grateful to all of the Broadway producers, casts, crews, musicians, theater staff and everyone who has donated their time and talents to raise funds for our programs and services that are available nationwide. Since June, we’ve celebrated with benefit performances of Kiss Me, Kate; Be More Chill; Burn This; All My Sons; Dear Evan Hansen; Aladdin; The Cher Show; Frozen; The Lion King; Beetlejuice; Mean Girls; and Ain’t Too Proud. These shows are emotional, inspirational, one-of-a-kind experiences that celebrate and help sustain our amazing community.

Watch these heartfelt curtain speeches at Actors Fund performances from Tony Award Winner Stephanie J. Block, Curtis Wiley and more. And be sure to check out all the Special Events we have coming up in New York and Los Angeles!