NYC Arts: The Complete Guide to Art and Culture

92nd Street Y

Manhattan

This multidisciplinary institution promotes performing, visual and literary arts through classes and performances for a wide range of audiences. Founded to promote issues of Jewish values and American pluralism, the Y now promotes a diverse roster of programs.

ABAKUÁ Afro-Latin Dance Company

Brooklyn

The dance and theatrical repertory of ABAKUA' Afro-Latin Company is designed to reach a broad audience and to nurture the widespread appreciation of Afro-Latin dance.

Abrons Arts Center

Manhattan

The Abrons Arts Center is a program of Henry Street Settlement, which has provided social services and arts programs to the Lower East Side since 1893. Its landmarked 300-seat Neighborhood Playhouse houses Henry Street’s visual and performing arts programming alongside its community-based arts training.

Academy of American Poets

Manhattan

As an organization committed to the promotion of American poetry, the Academy of American Poets is home to the award-winning website, Poets.org, hosts National Poetry Month, publishes American Poet, awards the Wallace Stevens prize for mastery in poetry as well as prizes to college students and offers readings and other literary events.

African Diaspora Film Festival

Manhattan

This annual festival presents contemporary films either by black directors, about the black experience, starring black actors or that shine a different light on African Diaspora life and culture regardless of the filmmaker’s race or nationality.