Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning (JCAL)
Meet the Playwright: A Step-By-Step Guide On How To Succeed In The Myth Making Business
Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning 161-04 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaDon't miss the next “Meet the Playwright” -- the series that features semi-staged readings of new works by BIIPOC playwrights, plus Q&As with creative teams. Next up is "A Step-By-Step Guide On How To Succeed In The Myth Making Business"…
JCAL Arts Classes Open House
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesJoin us at JCAL as we kick off our Arts Classes semester with a day of family-friendly fun! JCAL Arts Classes Open House will feature workshops with Professional Teaching Artists. Attendees will get a hands-on feel for each of our…
JCAL Arts Classes Open House
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesJoin us at JCAL as we kick off our Arts Classes semester with a day of family-friendly fun! JCAL Arts Classes Open House will feature workshops with Professional Teaching Artists. Attendees will get a hands-on feel for each of our…
Hands-on Black History: Oysters!
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesJoin us as we dive into the history of Black oystermen and the legacy of Thomas Downing, the oyster King of NY! Participants will have the opportunity to create crowns that befit a free Black business owner and stop on…
Artist Talk #1: Reclaiming Tomorrow – The Power of Afrofuturism
Resorts World Casino 110-00 Rockaway Boulevard, Jamaica, New York, United StatesJoin us for the first official artist talk of Reclaiming Tomorrow - The Power of Afrofuturism, a major new exhibition of original art installed at the acclaimed Red Wall Art Gallery of Resorts World New York City! Meet and interact…
Key of Life: Artist Talk #1
Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning 161-04 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaHear from the artists in this important exhibition in their own words!
Key of Life: Artist Talk #1
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesJoin us for an inspiring and insightful discussion with the talented artists from the Key of Life exhibit. This in-person event will feature discussions on creativity, inspiration, and the artistic process. The Key of Life exhibition features work from 10…
West African Dance Workshops
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesGet ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant and energetic world of West African dance! Our West African Dance Workshops will be led by acclaimed dance companies Kofago Dance Ensemble and FANIKE! African Dance Troupe. Whether you're a beginner or…
West African Dance Workshops
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesGet ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant and energetic world of West African dance! Our West African Dance Workshops will be led by acclaimed dance companies Kofago Dance Ensemble and FANIKE! African Dance Troupe. Whether you're a beginner or…
Thursday Night Jazz Presents: Sachal Vasandani
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesDon't miss this installment of Thursday Night Jazz featuring a can't miss performance by Sachal Vasandani! Sachal Vasandani is recognized for his singular voice, with a tone and unique phrasing that mark him as one of the most compelling artists…
Valentines Day Paint and Sip
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesCome join us for a fun and creative evening with your loved one! BYOB, and unleash your inner artist. This event will be led by JCAL's acclaimed teaching artist Erica Purnell. Whether you're an experienced painter or a beginner, this…
West African Dance at JCAL: A Black History Month Presentation
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesWest African Dance at JCAL: A Black History Month Presentation Featuring Kofago Dance Ensemble and FANIKE! African Dance Troupe. Come and join us for a vibrant celebration of West African dance and culture at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center. This…
West African Dance at JCAL: A Black History Month Presentation
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesWest African Dance at JCAL: A Black History Month Presentation Featuring Kofago Dance Ensemble and FANIKE! African Dance Troupe. Come and join us for a vibrant celebration of West African dance and culture at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center. This…
Riddim Section Presents: Rogério Boccato
JCALJoin us for the season premiere of our acclaimed Riddim Section series, headlined by Brazilian percussionist Rogério Boccato! With Riddim Section, JCAL is proud to extend its tradition of offering live music, performed by diverse, multicultural musicians, to the public.…
Key of Life: Artist Talk #2
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesHear from the artists in this important exhibition in their own words!
Key of Life Exhibition Closing Reception
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesDon’t miss this closing reception! The Key of Life exhibition has featured work from 10 artists, handpicked by curators Wendy Arimah Berot and Courtney Ffrench. Curator Statement: There is a certain rhythm that many of us feel; a groove that makes…
Artist Talk #2: Reclaiming Tomorrow – The Power of Afrofuturism
JCALJoin us for the final official artist talk of Reclaiming Tomorrow - The Power of Afrofuturism, a major new exhibition of original art installed at the acclaimed Red Wall Art Gallery of Resorts World New York City! Meet and interact…
Imagination Inventors: Recycled Sculpture Art (Ages 10+)
JCALFor the best value, avoid Eventbrite fees and purchase the full course! Join our exciting 12-week piano adventure, perfect for beginners ready to make their first magical sounds on the keyboard. This fun, interactive course is tailored to young music…
Wheel Throwing: Beginner to Intermediate Pottery
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesSaturday, Ages 14 - Adult: 1:30-3:00 For the best value, avoid Eventbrite fees and purchase the full course! Discover the art of wheel throwing in this engaging pottery class designed for teens and adults of all skill levels. Whether you’re…
Imagination Inventors: Recycled Sculpture Art
Jamaica Center For Arts & Learning (JCAL) 164-04 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica, United StatesMarch 1 – May 17, 2025 Saturday, Ages 8-18: 2:00-3:30 For the best value, avoid Eventbrite fees and purchase the full course! Turn everyday objects into extraordinary creations! In this hands-on class, kids unleash their creativity by transforming recycled materials…