Jamaica Performing Arts Center
Riddim Section Presents: Chardavoine
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaChardavoine has covered the gambit of musical styles through the waves of his guitar. Born in Haiti, he represents the best of modern music and the future of jazz. Chardavoine is a concrete manifestation of 'Haitian Jazz'. Throughout his career,…
Thursday Night Jazz Presents: Miki Yamanaka
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaJoin us for an unforgettable evening of jazz with the talented pianist Miki Yamanaka. 34-year old Japanese-born pianist Miki Yamanaka has called New York City home since 2012 and in the past decade has wasted no time establishing herself as…
Queens Tech & Job Fair
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaQueens' tech scene is booming, yet the diversity within its tech workforce lags behind the borough's rich fabric. To bridge this gap and dismantle barriers for marginalized communities, Queens Borough President Donovan Richards Jr. invites you to the 2024 Queens…
It Starts With Me: Spreading Hope, Courage and Unity
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaNew York State Senator Leroy Comrie, in conjunction with a great number of other elected representatives, is pleased to present "It Starts With Me: Spreading Hope, Courage and Unity". Come celebrate the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King,…
Thursday Night Jazz Presents Gabriel Chakarji + Juan Diego Villalobosm
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaGet ready for an incredible night of jazz music at the Jamaica Performing Arts Center! The Jazz series "Thursday Night Jazz" presents cutting-edge contemporary jazz artists ranging from emerging to established talent on the scene. The 2023-24 season will kick off…
Making Moves Dance Festival 2023
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaFrom September 22nd - September 24th, witness the power of movement and celebrate diverse cultures through dance! JCAL’s free Making Moves Dance Festival is taking place at 153-10 Jamaica Avenue. The event is 7 pm each day. Opening receptions will…
Making Moves Dance Festival 2023
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaFrom September 22nd - September 24th, witness the power of movement and celebrate diverse cultures through dance! JCAL’s free Making Moves Dance Festival is taking place at 153-10 Jamaica Avenue. The event is 7 pm each day. Opening receptions will…
Making Moves Dance Festival 2023
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaFrom September 22nd - September 24th, witness the power of movement and celebrate diverse cultures through dance! JCAL’s free Making Moves Dance Festival is taking place at 153-10 Jamaica Avenue. The event is 7 pm each day. Opening receptions will…
Empower My Hood 2nd Annual Scholarship Gala
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaEmpower My Hood Incorporated (EMH Inc.) is a growing non-profit organization that specializes in college access and success. Our team is composed of young black professionals who grew up in similar underserved communities. Join them for the 2nd Annual Scholarship…
The Braata Folks Singers in Concert
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaA Caribbean vocal ensemble, the Braata Folk Singers, expanded their repertoire in 2021, having not performed a full concert season in over five years, but managed a stellar comeback on the heels of the pandemic. At the time, return to…
JCAL 10 Minute Film Festival
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaCheck out this free film festival in Queens! JCAL's 10 Minute Film Festival presents exciting independent short films from NYC based artists. The event will feature insightful Q&A discussions, networking opportunities and more. Following the opening reception at 6:30pm, 10…
Thursday Night Jazz w/ Melissa Almaguer
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaBorn in Mexico, Melissa is a New York City based tap dancer, performer, educator, producer and overall creator. Being her country’s leading tap dancer, Melissa has performed as a soloist all around Mexico. She has taught workshops worldwide and she…
Riddim Section: Angels Caribbean Band
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaAngels Caribbean Band consists of a team of dynamic and talented musicians and singers from various Caribbean islands. The original concept behind the formation of this group is to promote and preserve Caribbean arts, culture and heritage. Check them out…
Fanike! African Dance Troupe Cultural Gala
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaFanike! African Dance Troupe is pleased to present a Black and Women's History Month Cultural Gala. Bring family & friends to enjoy an exciting evening of African dance, live drumming and culture. Our 16th Annual Black History & Woman History…
Kofago Dance Ensemble – Black History Month Dance Performance
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaKofago Dance Ensemble exists at the nexus of African dance traditions and the Black experience in America. Their work as a dance company is focused on healing and ritual through the performing arts.
Mississippi Land
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaAbout the play: In Greenville Mississippi after the civil war, the willims, a family of sharecroppers managed to acquire the land their ancestors once lived and worked as slaves. The year is 1945 and the matriarch of the family Ethel-May…
Together We Can Be The Dream: Celebrate the Legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaMusic, poetry, speeches and performances will be the order of the day when New York State Senator Leroy Comrie brings southeast Queens together to celebrate the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Reporter, author and distinguished speaker…
100 Suits Gala
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, Jamaica100Suits invites one and all to their annual gala. Join them as they honor civic and community leaders that exemplify what it means to serve the people.
Manipuri Classical Dance
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaThe Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts is pleased to present Manipuri Classical Dance, featuring Jagannath Lairenjam, Sohini Ray, Sudeshna Swayamprabha, Krishnakali Dasgupta, and Rise Women Rise. For more information, call (917) 673-1105, (347) 237-1628 or (917) 674-4746.
JCAL’s Golden Anniversary Gala
Jamaica Performing Arts Center 153-10 Jamaica Avenue, JamaicaJamaica Center for Arts and Learning (JCAL) is about to celebrate 50 years of service to Southeast Queens in 2022—and we hope to celebrate with you! Founded in 1972, JCAL has spent five decades providing opportunities for artists and arts-lovers…