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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
92NY to Debut SUPERBLOOM by Jodi Melnick and Sara Mearns in March 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
92NY will present the world premiere of SUPERBLOOM, a collaborative dance performance by Jodi Melnick and Sara Mearns, on March 27 and 28, 2026. The event will also be available for streaming.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 10, 2026
92NY will present the world premiere of SUPERBLOOM, a collaborative dance performance by Jodi Melnick and Sara Mearns, on March 27 and 28, 2026. The event will also be available for streaming.
Industry Pro Newsletter: Olivier Nominations Are Here, 5th Avenue in Seattle Makes Staff Cuts
by Alex Freeman - Mar 9, 2026
This week's theater news spans triumph and turbulence in equal measure. On the celebratory side, Ann-Margret is set to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Chita Rivera Awards, Broadway dims its marquees to honor luminaries including Robert Duvall and Bret Hanna-Shuford, and the 2026 Olivier Award nominations are in — with Into The Woods and Paddington The Musical leading the pack.
by Alex Freeman - Mar 9, 2026
This week's theater news spans triumph and turbulence in equal measure. On the celebratory side, Ann-Margret is set to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at the Chita Rivera Awards, Broadway dims its marquees to honor luminaries including Robert Duvall and Bret Hanna-Shuford, and the 2026 Olivier Award nominations are in — with Into The Woods and Paddington The Musical leading the pack.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 3/5/2026; Jobs In Development, Design, and More
by - Mar 5, 2026
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/5/2026 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by - Mar 5, 2026
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 3/5/2026 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Lena Dunham and Andrew Rannells to Discuss New Book at BAM
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
BAM will host an evening with Lena Dunham and Andrew Rannells on April 14, discussing Dunham's latest book, alongside a talk on AI and culture with Annie Dorsen and Dr. Safiya Noble on March 18.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026
BAM will host an evening with Lena Dunham and Andrew Rannells on April 14, discussing Dunham's latest book, alongside a talk on AI and culture with Annie Dorsen and Dr. Safiya Noble on March 18.
Evelyn Miller, Louis Cunningham, & More Join GOD OF WAR Series
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026
New cast members have been added to Prime Video's God of War series, including stage alums Evelyn Miller, Louis Cunningham, and Ben Chapple. Miller will play Odin’s Valkyrie commander, Gna, with Cunningham and Chapple as Sif and Thor’s sons, Modi and Magni, respectively.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026
New cast members have been added to Prime Video's God of War series, including stage alums Evelyn Miller, Louis Cunningham, and Ben Chapple. Miller will play Odin’s Valkyrie commander, Gna, with Cunningham and Chapple as Sif and Thor’s sons, Modi and Magni, respectively.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 2/26/2026; Jobs for Artistic Directors, Social Media & More
by - Feb 26, 2026
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 2/26/2026 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by - Feb 26, 2026
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 2/26/2026 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company Continues 2025"2026 National Tour With STILL/HERE And Seminal Repertory Works
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2026
The Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company will continue its national tour, showcasing the landmark production STILL/HERE across eight cities from February to May 2026.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 20, 2026
The Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company will continue its national tour, showcasing the landmark production STILL/HERE across eight cities from February to May 2026.
Cinema Tropical to Celebrate 25 Years with Special Screenings in NYC
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Cinema Tropical marks its 25th anniversary with a series of special screenings and events in New York City, showcasing influential Latin American cinema. The organization is known for promoting Latin American and U.S. Latinx filmmakers.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Cinema Tropical marks its 25th anniversary with a series of special screenings and events in New York City, showcasing influential Latin American cinema. The organization is known for promoting Latin American and U.S. Latinx filmmakers.
Houses on the Moon Theatre Company Names New Board Chair and Managing Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Houses on the Moon Theater Company has appointed Jeremy Handelman as Board Chair and Meghan Dunne as Managing Director, marking a new chapter of leadership and growth for the company.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 19, 2026
Houses on the Moon Theater Company has appointed Jeremy Handelman as Board Chair and Meghan Dunne as Managing Director, marking a new chapter of leadership and growth for the company.
Zhailon Levingston Appointed Board Chair Of Broadway Advocacy Coalition
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026
The Broadway Advocacy Coalition has named director and activist Zhailon Levingston as its new Board Chair. A co-creator of the Theater of Change course at Columbia Law School, Levingston steps into leadership as the Tony Award-winning nonprofit expands its arts-based advocacy programs.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 19, 2026
The Broadway Advocacy Coalition has named director and activist Zhailon Levingston as its new Board Chair. A co-creator of the Theater of Change course at Columbia Law School, Levingston steps into leadership as the Tony Award-winning nonprofit expands its arts-based advocacy programs.
Brooklyn Music School To Celebrate 100 Years Of Its Playhouse With Gala
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026
Brooklyn Music School will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its Playhouse with a gala on April 27. The event will feature live performances, a seated concert, and an afterparty at BRIC House.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 17, 2026
Brooklyn Music School will celebrate the 100th anniversary of its Playhouse with a gala on April 27. The event will feature live performances, a seated concert, and an afterparty at BRIC House.
92nd Street Y to Host Dublin Guitar Quartet in a Unique Contemporary Music Event
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
The Dublin Guitar Quartet will perform at the 92nd Street Y on February 22, 2026, showcasing a repertoire of contemporary classical music, including works by Philip Glass and Igor Stravinsky.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 12, 2026
The Dublin Guitar Quartet will perform at the 92nd Street Y on February 22, 2026, showcasing a repertoire of contemporary classical music, including works by Philip Glass and Igor Stravinsky.
Interview: Carolyn Lucas Talks Trisha Brown Dance Company
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 12, 2026
Carolyn Lucas was studying dance in college when a friend took her to see iconic postmodern dance choreographer Trisha Brown (1936–2017) and her eponymous company at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. The experience changed her life and launched her career, according to Lucas.
by R. Scott Reedy - Feb 12, 2026
Carolyn Lucas was studying dance in college when a friend took her to see iconic postmodern dance choreographer Trisha Brown (1936–2017) and her eponymous company at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. The experience changed her life and launched her career, according to Lucas.
Trio Terrano Set to Perform at St. John's in the Village
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026
Composers Concordance will present Trio Terrano in a concert of riveting new music written for violin, cello, and piano. The concert will also be live-streamed on Composers Concordance's Facebook Page.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 10, 2026
Composers Concordance will present Trio Terrano in a concert of riveting new music written for violin, cello, and piano. The concert will also be live-streamed on Composers Concordance's Facebook Page.
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.
BroadwayWorld Classifieds 12/25/2025; Jobs In San Diego, Chicago, Los Angeles & More
by Joshua Wright - Dec 26, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/25/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
by Joshua Wright - Dec 26, 2025
This Week's New Classified Listings on BroadwayWorld for 12/25/2025 include new jobs for those looking to work in the theatre industry.
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.
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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