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.

92YTribeca

Manhattan

92YTribeca opened on Hudson Street in 2008 as as the 92nd Street Y's downtown art and entertainment venue. It has a performance stage with full bar for live music, comedy, cabaret, theater, performance art and dance; a 72-seat movie theater, and more.

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.

Afro Latin Jazz Alliance

Brooklyn

The Afro Latin Jazz Alliance is dedicated to preserving the music and heritage of big band Latin jazz, supporting its performance to new audiences, and educating young people in the understanding and performance of this musical culture. The Alliance maintains a world-class collection of Latin jazz musical scores and recordings, provides institutional support for the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra conducted by Arturo O'Farrill, and offers education programs to young musicians and new audiences.

After Dinner Opera Company

Manhattan

The After Dinner Opera Company performs American chamber works for general audiences and introduces young people to music and dance through in-school workshops.