Events

AI and the Arts immerses participants in the dynamic intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and artistic expression, illuminating how AI is revolutionizing the creation and comprehension of art. BCA endeavors to equip artists with a deeper comprehension of AI's emerging influence on the arts, providing…

Saturday, April 13th from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Williamsbridge Oval Rain Date: April 14th, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM   MAZarte Dance Company enchants audiences through vibrant traditional dance that brings Mexican folklore to life. Under the leadership of NYC’s distinguished choreographer and folklorist,…

In this workshop led by Niceli Portugal, participants will create two sculptures, Quipus and Malaguas, reusing materials from daily life. The goal of these workshops is to think about sustainability exploring notions of interdependence and interconnectivity.  Quipus, an Incan record-keeping artifact,…

AI and the Arts immerses participants in the dynamic intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and artistic expression, illuminating how AI is revolutionizing the creation and comprehension of art. BCA endeavors to equip artists with a deeper comprehension of AI's emerging influence on the arts, providing…

Friday, April 19th from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Bronx Brewery Rain Date: Thursday, May 2nd, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM BX Creatives Connect brings together Bronx artists at the Bronx Brewery to enjoy a variety of performances by talented Bronx artists. This year, enjoy featured performances by Black Lotus Band,…

Tuesday, April 23, 2024, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Longwood Art Gallery @ Hostos Join artist Melika Abikenari for an immersive needle felting workshop inspired by the I Stood My Ground exhibit. Participants will use felt—the same material showcased in the artist's work —to explore memory, labor, and…

AI and the Arts immerses participants in the dynamic intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and artistic expression, illuminating how AI is revolutionizing the creation and comprehension of art. BCA endeavors to equip artists with a deeper comprehension of AI's emerging influence on the arts, providing…

Featured: Klotho performance piece by Melika Abekinari. Don't miss the Closing Reception of I Stood MY Ground on Wednesday, May 1st, from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM at the Longwood Art Gallery @ Hostos. This exhibition features nine artists who reimagine the use of conventional materials to expose an unconventional…

Create your own monster! Using the mythologies and legends of the Bronx’s immigrant population, monsters are used to tell stories about race, class, gender and the issues that haunt us all. In this workshop led by Ivan Velez Jr, participants will learn basic character design and storytelling methods…

Featured: Hip Hop Blvd and ABBA, 2023 Arts on the Block Grantee. Small local organizations and block associations can receive up to $1,500 to cover artist fees for summer events through BCA's Arts on the Block grant. The goal of the grant is to encourage increased attendance at block parties and…

Saturday, May 18th from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Oscar Comras Memorial Mall Rain Date: May 19th, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Experience an electrifying performance by Kinto Zonó, an 11-piece Plena ensemble that seeks to keep the musical traditions of Puerto Rico alive and fresh with a New York attitude. This event…

Saturday, June 1st from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM St. James Park Rain Date: June 2nd, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Performing in elaborate masks to the explosive percussion of brilliant drummers, Kamate Traders Dance Company brings to life the ancient stories and legends of Africa’s Ivory Coast. Under the artistic…

Featured Artwork: Our Earth Will Remember Us Again Someday Series, 2021-2022, Gouled Ahmed Black Shedding(s) is a group exhibition where each artist's work comes together to tell a collective story. Through visual art, sound production, literary reflections, and educational resources, the viewer…

Featured: Wabafu Garifuna Dance Theatre. Photo Credit: E.B.Gallardo/Bronx Music Heritage Center Sat., June 8th, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Pelham Bay Park Rain Date: June 9th, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM The Wabafu Garifuna Dance Theater is dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich Garifuna culture nationwide…

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 - 4:00 - 5:30 PM at the Longwood Art Gallery @ Hostos Create your own bracelet using the Afro-Indigenous Nimíipuu beading technique! Led by Mikailah, an Afro-Indigenous (Nimíipuu) artist and entrepreneur, this workshop invites participants to learn how to bead a bracelet using…

Featured: Pigment Series, 2021 - 2024, Jaleeca Yancy Tuesday, June 18, 2024 - 4:00 - 5:30 PM at the Longwood Art Gallery @ Hostos Craft a one-of-a-kind piece of art while exploring the rich history and vibrant pigments of the indigo plant. Led by Jaleeca Yancy, participants will have hands-on experience…

Featured: Image of tasha dougé laying down with "Justice" on the sacred grounds of Weeksville Heritage Center. Photo by Ralston Smith. In this interactive performance and conversation, the audience is invited to to discuss the history of Black hair in the United States, the fibers of hair within…

Thursday, June 27, 2024 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Longwood Art Gallery @ Hostos Don’t miss this unprecedented celebration of Bronx storytelling! For the first time ever, BCA is publicly hosting the Bronx Memoir Project (BMP) Anthology book launch and you’re invited! Join us for this one-of-a-kind event…