Arts & Justice

Do you believe that art can change the world? Unite your creative spirit and passion for social justice in this unique afterschool performing arts program. Led by BAM’s innovative teaching artists, come together with fellow high school students to create an original theater piece that speaks to an issue you’re fired up about—and then share it in a final performance in one of BAM’s state-of-the-art theaters.

Applications will be considered through January 19, 2026.

Spring Schedule:
4—6pm
Every Monday and Wednesday
January—May 2026

Rolling Application
All students must complete an online application and interview to be considered for the program. No previous experience is required.
Grades 9—12

GRADES 9—12

VENUE

BAM Fisher
Fishman Space

All performances will adhere to protocols developed in accordance with New York State regulations and in consultation with medical professionals for the safety of our artists, audiences, and staff

For more information, please contact Ava Kinsey at akinsey@BAM.org.

Leadership support for
BAM’s strategic initiatives provided by:

Mellon Foundation

Leadership support for
BAM Access Programs provided by
the Jerome L. Greene Foundation

JL Greene

Leadership support for
BAM programming provided by:

Altman Foundation

Leadership support for
BAM Education programs provided by:
The Rita and Alex Hillman Foundation;
The SHS Foundation; and
The Thompson Family Foundation

Major support for
Arts & Justice and
BAM Education programs provided by:
The Emily Davie &
Joseph S. Kornfeld Foundation

Major support for
BAM Education programs provided by:
Constans Culver Foundation;
Epstein Teicher Philanthropies;
Jody & John Arnhold; and
Tiger Baron Foundation

Support for
BAM Education programs provided by:
Anne-Victoire Auriault;
Jennifer Kopylov;
and Laurie M. Tisch Illumination Fund