SEE National Black Theatre 2031 5th Ave 212 722 3800 www.nationalblacktheatre.org Since 1968, this remarkable institute for dramatic arts has played host to innumerable plays, lectures, workshops and symposia on the African American journey. Currently in its 48th season, NBT continues to be a strong outlet for the Harlem community. HARLEM New Heritage Theater Group 253 W 138th St 212 926 0104 www.newhertitagetheater.org Started in 1964 as the New Heritage Repertory Theatre, the New Heritage Theater Group is the oldest Black nonprofit theater company in New York City. What began as a mission to preserve classic works of Black theater has expanded to provide training, experience and exposure to new and established artists. Bravo! HARLEM Northern Manhattan Arts Alliance (NoMAA) 5030 Broadway, Ste723 212 567 4394 www.nomaanyc.org Launched in 2007, NoMAA’s mission is to cultivate, support and promote the works of artists and arts organizations in Northern Manhattan. NoMAA advocates for artists and art groups who live and work in northern Manhattan and contribute to the vitality and progress of the community. WAHI Take Wing And Soar Productions, Inc. 45 Tiemann Pl
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212 696 6575 www.takewingandsoar.org The name of this organization paints a picture of their mission to help classical actors of color realize their full potential by offering professional opportunities as well as pre-professional preparation and referrals. HARLEM United Palace of Cultural Arts (UPCA) 4140 Broadway 212 568 6700 www.unitedpalace.org Originally a large ornate vaudeville theater, UPCA was converted into large movie house. Today it focuses on transforming the lives of youth and residents by engaging them in performing and visual arts originating from the neighborhood and around the world. Visit to take it in and make history! WAHI Movies/Film ImageNation/Raw Space 2031 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr Blvd 212 340 1874 www.imagenation.us The Raw Space on the avenue was created to establish art-house cinema about and for people of color. With an outdoor film festival, readings, exhibits, screenings and other diverse programming enlightenment isn’t far away. HARLEM Maysles Cinema 343 Lenox Ave 212 537 6843 www.maysles.org Founded by legendary documentary filmmaker Albert Maysles and a part of this film master’s non-profit uptown film institute, this cinema