Brooklyn Academy of Music

Dancing · Brooklyn, NY

About

The lobby hums with anticipation before every show. BAM, the cultural mecca of Brooklyn, presents film fests, operas, dance shows, theatrical performances, lectures, exhibits, and screenings. Its Next Wave Festival draws world-class artists who love to strut their stuff here. The crowd is mixed LGBTQ+ and straight, all ages, casual and lively.

You'll find something new every time. BAM is a performance venue, cinema, and gallery all in one. No confirmed hours or prices, but standard pricing applies. It's a dependable spot for an evening out.

Located in Brooklyn, BAM anchors the borough's cultural scene and is easily accessible from other neighborhoods.

Features

✓See world-class artists at the Next Wave Festival
✓Catch a film, opera, dance, or theater show
✓Enjoy a lively, mixed LGBTQ+ crowd
✓Explore exhibits and screenings year-round

Good for

✓Live Entertainment✓Casual✓Lively✓All Ages✓Dancing

Practical

✓Mixed LGBTQ✓Mixed Gay/Straight✓Theater✓Gallery✓Cinema✓Performance Venue

What people say

19 community ratings.

From the community

First to review. It's been excellent as always.

A visitor · Over a year ago

The Next Wave Festival at BAM is the top international festival because its artistic director has flawless taste. The world's leading artists love to showcase their work here.

A guest · Over a year ago