Teatro Grattacielo announced today that it has been awarded unprecedented financial support from three major government entities, marking a historic milestone in the company’s history.
The company is the proud recipient of its first-ever three-year, multi-year grant from the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) Cultural Development Fund (CDF). Additionally, Teatro Grattacielo has received substantial grant awards from the New York State Council on the Arts (NYSCA) and the City Council’s FY26 Cultural Immigrant Initiative, led by State Senator Eric Bottcher.
This trio of awards represents a major vote of confidence in Teatro Grattacielo’s expanding impact within New York City's cultural landscape.
“This unprecedented level of support from the city and the state is a clear recognition of our evolving mission,” said Stefanos Koroneos, General and Artistic Director of Teatro Grattacielo. “Today, our work goes far beyond opera. These vital funds will allow us to push artistic boundaries, nurture the next generation of global talent, and bring our educational programs to more communities than ever before.”
For Teatro Grattacielo, this support is a clear recognition of mission and direction: – commitment to new works – cultivating young artists and the next generation – expanding Creative Tableaux, our educational program – offering internships through this initiative – and strengthening the internal leadership and new artistic direction of the company.
The NYSCA grant is part of a record $80.9 million awarded in FY 2026 to arts and culture nonprofits across all 10 regions of New York State.
“New York’s arts and culture sector is a cornerstone of the state’s identity, and we're making bold investments to ensure it remains strong,” Governor Kathy Hochul said. “These grants will lift up artists and organizations in every region, fueling local economies and expanding access to the arts. Congratulations to all the grantees.”
New York State Council on the Arts Executive Director Erika Mallin added, “During these challenging times, NYSCA has been a stalwart and innovative funder. We know this support isn’t just an investment in the arts; it’s an investment in New York’s future. Congratulations to Teatro Grattacielo, and thank you for your perseverance, your creativity, and your tireless service to New York State.”
About the New York State Council on the Arts The mission of the New York State Council on the Arts is to foster and advance the full breadth of New York State’s arts, culture, and creativity for all. To support the ongoing recovery of the arts across New York State, the Council on the Arts will award over $161 million in FY 2026. Created by Governor Nelson Rockefeller in 1960 and continued with the support of Governor Kathy Hochul and the New York State Legislature, the Council is an agency that is part of the Executive Branch. For more information, visit arts.ny.gov.
