About
The performing arts have the power to connect and change us all. At New 42, we continue to expand what’s possible—for artists, for audiences and for the future of the performing arts.
Our Mission
The nonprofit New 42 was founded to breathe new life into 42nd street and its historic theaters, transforming the block into a vibrant and youthful theater district. Every day we continue to spark awe and wonder—opening new worlds to young audiences through New Victory Theater, incubating new works at New 42 Studios and paving new pathways to creative careers through our artist and mentorship programs.
Under the leadership of President & CEO Russell Granet and Board Chairman Henry Tisch, New 42’s nonprofit mission is to make extraordinary performing arts a vital part of everyone’s life from the earliest years onward.
Core Values
The core values listed here help support our vision, shape the nonprofit’s culture and guide the decisions we make in fulfillment of our mission to engage new audiences with the transformational power of the performing arts.
Adventurous Spirit
We go for it.
Steadfast Integrity
We strive to do the right thing.
Thoughtful Ingenuity
We challenge ourselves to think creatively.
Heart
We care.
Inclusive Community
We believe everyone belongs and you matter.
Strategic Plan Goal Pillars
New 42 is undertaking a bold five-year Strategic Plan to achieve the following goals.
Expand our reach by serving more young people and deepening our impact on those we serve
Increase our support for artists and the creative process
Grow our leadership in innovation, education advocacy, and the future of theater
Serve as a champion, leader and resource for our block of 42nd Street
Nurture a team culture that builds wellness, satisfaction, retention, and belonging for all staff
Strengthen our institutional health, infrastructure, and sustainability
Our Commitment
New 42 strives to attain fair treatment, access, opportunity and advancement for every person while identifying and eliminating potential barriers to success. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at New 42 means we intentionally and continually welcome all voices and experiences, and we make space for people of different backgrounds to contribute to the character of the organization through representation across all departments and levels of leadership within the organization. Belonging at New 42 is the feeling of acceptance and connectedness that results from valuing individuals’ unique contributions and embracing people’s authentic selves.
Our Accountability
At New 42, we are committed to maintaining the trust you place in our nonprofit by continually working hard to achieve our mission while maintaining a transparent, ethical and inclusive workplace.
Our People
Together with our board, staff, supporters and audiences, we inspire new perspectives, incubate new works and create new opportunities to move us all.