Okwui Okpokwasili News

Little Island's annual, four-month-long summer season of world premieres, kicking off June 1, will feature a total of nine newly commissioned pieces. See programming!

An all-female and trans lineup will perform on May 1 as BAM honors two iconic trailblazers; the multi-hyphenate artist, Solange Knowles, and legendary arts producer and advocate, Mikki Shepard, for their indelible influence, inspiration, and contributions to the performing arts. 

Experience the world premiere of Terry Riley's THE HOLY LIFTOFF, featured in Claire Chase's DENSITY 2036, PART XI, presented by The Kitchen. Explore this innovative musical journey.

On May 1, BAM will honor two iconic trailblazers; the multi-hyphenate artist, Solange Knowles, and legendary arts producer and advocate, Mikki Shepard. Learn more about the honorees!

Continuing its 15th Season, Red Clay Dance Company has announced the return of its La Femme Dance Festival, March 14-16, 2024, featuring a special opening reception and dance masterclass with legendary three-time Emmy-nominated hip-hop and pop music choreographer Fatima Robinson.

Sacha Yanow's 'Uncle!' at The Kitchen is a world premiere set to be presented in February and March.

THE KITCHEN presents Martha Friedman and Susan Marshall's 'Two Person Operating System Type 2,' a sculptural-choreographic work examining the relationship between moving bodies and objects.

The 2024 Under the Radar Festival announces additional programming to complement its lineup of productions. Find out more about the exciting shows and events coming soon.

New York Live Arts presents an expanded Live Artery festival featuring commissioned residency artists, curated guests, and offsite co-presentations. 18 events over 12 days featuring 26 lead artists. January 9th-20th, 2024.

Discover the exciting lineup of shows and events coming to The Kitchen for the winter-spring 2024 season. Don't miss out on the must-see performances and mark your calendars for an unforgettable experience.

Experience the world premiere of Leslie Cuyjet's 'With Marion' at The Kitchen at Westbeth. This innovative performance explores the life and legacy of Marion Cuyjet, a trailblazing dance educator. Don't miss this limited engagement from November 29th to December 2nd.

Brooklyn-based performer, choreographer, and writer Okwui Okpokwasili and director, visual artist, and sound designer Peter Born will present their new cross-disciplinary performance adaku, part 1: the road. See performance dates and learn how to purchase tickets!

Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup and David Shenk present the Moving Memory project: fill in the blank on October 6. Get event and ticket information here!

Stefanie Nelson Dancegroup and David Shenk present the Moving Memory project: fill in the blank, a festival devoted to memory and forgetting. The festival features original dance works, visual art installation, and live music.

The Chocolate Factory Theater launches its Fall 2023 Season with the New York premiere of A disguised welcome…, a new dance work by Wanjiru Kamuyu.

Discover Juilliard Extension's online playwriting and screenwriting courses for the Fall 2023 semester. Learn from industry professionals and develop your writing skills. Enroll now to explore your creativity and unlock your potential as a playwright or screenwriter.

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Matthew Lutz-Kinoy's exhibition 'Filling Station,' as it takes you on a journey through the fascinating realm of art and architecture. Presented by The Kitchen and Dia Art Foundation, this exhibition is a must-see for art enthusiasts and architecture lovers alike.

BAM has announced the 40th iteration of its beloved and eagerly anticipated annual Next Wave Festival.

Today The Kitchen has revealed its Fall 2023 programming, amplifying the experimental and future-building possibilities of archival activations within varied modes of performance, film, and visual art.

May 3, 2023 will mark the 29th annual celebration of the Herb Alpert Award in the Arts (HAAIA) which will be presented to eleven risk-taking, mid-career artists – experimenters - who are challenging and transforming art, their respective disciplines, and society.