The Players Foundation for Theatre Education ABOUT US NEWS EVENTS LEARN DONATE BOOTH ROOM TOUR CONTACT More Our Mission The Players Foundation for Theatre Education was established to foster an understanding and appreciation of American Theatre utilizing the history of The Players and its illustrious members who have contributed to that legacy. It is a nonprofit organization whose mission includes the preservation of its fine art holdings costumes and theatrical ephemera and rare book manuscript and playbill collections. The Foundation acts as a resource for scholars interested in researching theatre history and the history of nineteenth century New York. An active docent tour program and the sponsorship of lectures and play readings round out the activities of the Foundation.