Guided by the principle that art belongs to everyone, The Public Theater has championed free expression and shared extraordinary theater with the world for over 60 years. From the magical tradition of Free Shakespeare in the Park to the canon of groundbreaking American theater we have nurtured through the decades, The Public’s legacy of revolutionary and inclusionary art is only possible thanks to the generosity of community members like you.
Including The Public Theater in your will or revocable living trust is a powerful way to support art that is of, by, and for all people for generations to come. Using this free resource, you can begin your legacy in just 20 minutes online.
If you have already included The Public Theater in your will or trust, please fill out this form so we can thank you for your lasting commitment, ensure our records are up-to-date and welcome you to The Public Theater Legacy Circle!
Did you know you may have additional assets not covered in your will or trust? If you have an IRA, 401(k), life insurance policy, donor advised fund, or any additional accounts, these are called “non-probate assets,” and they need to be planned for separately.
Using the free online tool below, you can log all of your assets, receive printable instructions on how to set each one up with your broker, and even include The Public Theater to support groundbreaking theater for decades to come. Plan your beneficiaries today.
When you support The Public through a planned gift, you are welcome to join our Legacy Circle. You will join other individuals committed to safeguarding the uplifting community engagement initiatives, exquisite artistic productions, and vital civic activities that form the core of The Public’s mission and values.
Public Theater Legacy Circle members are invited to special events in gratitude for their commitment.
If you have already included The Public Theater in your will or trust, please fill out this form or contact us at [email protected] or The Public Theater, Attn: Development, 425 Lafayette Street, New York, NY 10003.
To discuss planned giving options or receive additional information, please contact [email protected].
Our legal name is the “New York Shakespeare Festival”; we are d/b/a The Public Theater and our tax identification number (EIN) is 13-1844852.