651 Fulton Street
Brooklyn, NY 11217
BUILT: 1904
SEATING CAPACITY: 1708
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Brooklyn Academy of Music History
The Brooklyn Academy of Music is a performing arts venue. It is known as a center for progressive and avant-garde performance.
Shows at the Brooklyn Academy of Music
DATES PRODUCTION 3/25/2020 - 4/19/2020 Lungs (2020) 1/12/2020 - 2/23/2020 Medea (2020) 12/3/2019 - 12/8/2019 Barber Shop Chronicles (2019) 5/8/2018 - 5/27/2018 Long Day's Journey Into Night (2018) 9/24/2015 - 10/4/2015 Antigone (2015) 12/10/2014 - 12/13/2014 The Ambassador (2014) 12/3/1985 - 12/3/1985 The Birth of the Poet (1985) 11/20/1985 - 11/20/1985 The Alchemedians (1985) 9/30/1980 - 9/30/1980 Really Rosie (1980) 12/30/1976 - 12/30/1976 Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (1976) 5/8/1975 - 5/8/1975 Polly (1975) 12/19/1973 - 1/20/1974 Candide (1973) 12/11/1970 - 12/11/1970 Tarot (1970) - The Gospel at Colonus (1983) - The Iceman Cometh (2015) - Ghosts (2015)
News
Former BAM President Gina Duncan Tapped To Lead Next Chapter Of Growth For Storytelling Org The Moth
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026
The Moth, the acclaimed nonprofit dedicated to connecting humanity through the power of personal storytelling, today announced the appointment of Gina Duncan as its new Chief Executive Officer.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 29, 2026
The Moth, the acclaimed nonprofit dedicated to connecting humanity through the power of personal storytelling, today announced the appointment of Gina Duncan as its new Chief Executive Officer.
Trisha Brown Dance Company To Make Vivo Performing Arts Debut In Boston
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2026
After a 15-year hiatus, the Trisha Brown Dance Company will return to Boston, showcasing a retrospective of dances from the 1970s, 1980s, and 2010s at the Vivo Performing Arts on February 13-14. The performances will highlight the innovative postmodernist work of choreographer Trisha Brown and her notable collaborations.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 13, 2026
After a 15-year hiatus, the Trisha Brown Dance Company will return to Boston, showcasing a retrospective of dances from the 1970s, 1980s, and 2010s at the Vivo Performing Arts on February 13-14. The performances will highlight the innovative postmodernist work of choreographer Trisha Brown and her notable collaborations.
BAM To Present 40th Annual Tribute To Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2025
On Monday, Monday, January 19, 2026, BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso will present the 40th Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Howard Gilman Opera House marking four decades of the city’s largest and longest-running public celebration honoring Dr. King’s life and legacy.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 19, 2025
On Monday, Monday, January 19, 2026, BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) and Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso will present the 40th Annual Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Howard Gilman Opera House marking four decades of the city’s largest and longest-running public celebration honoring Dr. King’s life and legacy.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 12/18/2025; Jobs In Development, Production, and More
by - Dec 18, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/18/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by - Dec 18, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/18/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
OUR CLASS and BECOMING A MAN to be Presented at Z Space
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2025
Today, Z Space has revealed two productions set to anchor its 2026 season: the searing, award-winning OUR CLASS, starring Chulpan Khamatova, and BECOMING A MAN.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2025
Today, Z Space has revealed two productions set to anchor its 2026 season: the searing, award-winning OUR CLASS, starring Chulpan Khamatova, and BECOMING A MAN.
-ARLEKIN!'s OUR CLASS To Be Presented at the Z Space Steindler Stage
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2025
ARLEKIN!, the immigrant theater company founded by Ukrainian-born, Jewish director Igor Golyak, will take its production of Our Class to San Francisco in March 2026 for a co-production with Z Space.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 17, 2025
ARLEKIN!, the immigrant theater company founded by Ukrainian-born, Jewish director Igor Golyak, will take its production of Our Class to San Francisco in March 2026 for a co-production with Z Space.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 12/11/2025; Jobs In Operations, Marketing and More
by - Dec 11, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/11/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by - Dec 11, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/11/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club to Present The Sun Up Close: Community Chat & Telescope Viewing
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club will present the The Sun Up Close: Community Chat & Telescope Viewing in advance of the World Premiere of Birth + Carnage.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club will present the The Sun Up Close: Community Chat & Telescope Viewing in advance of the World Premiere of Birth + Carnage.
Full Cast Set For The Royal Shakespeare Company's ALL IS BUT FANTASY
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the full company for All Is But Fantasy, a bold new work created by Whitney White at The Other Place in Stratford-upon-Avon.
by Stephi Wild - Dec 5, 2025
The Royal Shakespeare Company has announced the full company for All Is But Fantasy, a bold new work created by Whitney White at The Other Place in Stratford-upon-Avon.
UTA Theatre Arts And Dance To Present DANCE DECONSTRUCTED, New Works By Students And Faculty
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2025
The University of Texas at Arlington Department of Theatre Arts and Dance will present Dance Deconstructed, November 21 through 23, at the University of Texas at Arlington Fine Arts Building in the Studio Theatre.
by A.A. Cristi - Nov 17, 2025
The University of Texas at Arlington Department of Theatre Arts and Dance will present Dance Deconstructed, November 21 through 23, at the University of Texas at Arlington Fine Arts Building in the Studio Theatre.
Gamelan Kusuma Laras To Present 2025's KLENÈNGAN: CLASSICAL JAVANESE MUSIC IN AN INFORMAL SETTING
by Gillian Blum - Nov 16, 2025
Gamelan Kusuma Laras will present an evening of Javanese music for the public in the klenengan format, which features musicians who gather for a kind of jam session, often arranged by a family for a special event.
by Gillian Blum - Nov 16, 2025
Gamelan Kusuma Laras will present an evening of Javanese music for the public in the klenengan format, which features musicians who gather for a kind of jam session, often arranged by a family for a special event.
Full Cast Set For The World Premiere Of HIGH NOON
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
Joining Emmy and Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup and Olivier Award-winner Denise Gough are Billy Howle, Rosa Salazar, Simon Chandler, James Doherty, Misha Handley, Joshua Hill, Jonah Russell, Rebecca Lee and Tim Steed.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 7, 2025
Joining Emmy and Tony Award-winner Billy Crudup and Olivier Award-winner Denise Gough are Billy Howle, Rosa Salazar, Simon Chandler, James Doherty, Misha Handley, Joshua Hill, Jonah Russell, Rebecca Lee and Tim Steed.
New Cinema Screens Open At BAM KBH On November 7
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025
The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) will open three new BAM Rose Cinema screens at the BAM KBH on November 7, expanding its footprint for film, education, and community engagement in downtown Brooklyn.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 30, 2025
The Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM) will open three new BAM Rose Cinema screens at the BAM KBH on November 7, expanding its footprint for film, education, and community engagement in downtown Brooklyn.
Full Cast Set For WHEN WE ARE MARRIED At Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced the full cast for Sheader’s revival of When We Are Married by J.B. Priestley, which will open at the Donmar Warehouse,
by Stephi Wild - Oct 24, 2025
Artistic Director Tim Sheader and Executive Director Henny Finch has announced the full cast for Sheader’s revival of When We Are Married by J.B. Priestley, which will open at the Donmar Warehouse,
La MaMa to Present BIRTH + CARNAGE Fusion Of Dance And Astrophysics
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2025
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club will present the World Premiere of Birth + Carnage, a dance work by choreographer and director Marla Phelan. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 21, 2025
La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club will present the World Premiere of Birth + Carnage, a dance work by choreographer and director Marla Phelan. Learn more!
Listen: Boys Don't Fight Release Eponymous Debut Album
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 17, 2025
Boys Don’t Fight, the latest project from American Utopia's Chris Giarmo, has released their eponymous debut album. Check out a music video and stream the full album here.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 17, 2025
Boys Don’t Fight, the latest project from American Utopia's Chris Giarmo, has released their eponymous debut album. Check out a music video and stream the full album here.
Brooklyn Academy of Music Frequently Asked Questions
What show is currently in Brooklyn Academy of Music?
Brooklyn Academy of Music's current show is Lungs which began performances on 3/25/2020.
What when was Brooklyn Academy of Music built?
Brooklyn Academy of Music was built in 1904.
How many seats does Brooklyn Academy of Music have?
Brooklyn Academy of Music has 1708 seats.
What were the longest running shows at Brooklyn Academy of Music?
Really Rosie which ran from 9/30/1980 to 6/13/1981, Medea which ran from 1/12/2020 to 2/23/2020, The Iceman Cometh which ran from 2/12/2015 to 3/15/2015,
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