Presenting classic films, premieres, festivals, and retrospectives, with appearances by filmmakers, actors, and critics.

In this monthly repertory film series at BAM Rose Cinemas, Senior Cinema offers free admission to moviegoers 65 years and older, with complimentary popcorn and soda.

Performances from London’s National Theatre come to BAM Rose Cinemas in high definition.

The Metropolitan Opera’s pioneering series of live transmissions returns to BAM Rose Cinemas for its 14th season with new productions and celebrated favorites.

BAM partners with Greenlight Bookstore to celebrate new books and their authors, creating a dynamic space for audiences to engage with critical questions facing our society.

BAMkids inspires young audiences with a delightful and diverse lineup of concerts, workshops, movie matinees, and live performances for kids ages 2—11.

Start your trick-or-treating off right at this free outdoor Halloween block party. Family-friendly music and mischief kicks off at 4pm!

Bolshoi in HD presents screenings of world renowned ballets with additional behind-the-scenes content and backstage interviews.

The Bridge Project, a three-year transatlantic partnership between BAM, The Old Vic , and Neal Street, staged five stellar international productions.

BAM is proud to be a part of Cuban Culture Festival New York, an exciting multidisciplinary initiative in celebration of American Friends of the Ludwig Foundation of Cuba’s 15th anniversary and its efforts to promote arts exchange between the US and Cuba.

A comedy showcase that allows comics to experiment recklessly with humor while causing only minimal harm to themselves and others.

 With a shared dedication to connecting artists across genres, BAM and Nonesuch have cultivated the work of many performers in this landmark festival that celebrates the influential label's 50 years.

What is the truth? Simon Critchley presents a new conversation series that encourages audiences to abandon their convictions at the door and explore the ambiguity of reality.

Pride gets a Brooklyn edge this June with a multi-arts party; free comedy; two New York premiere films; and a special Anna Nicole Smith parade float.

The Bard’s most beloved plays come to BAM Rose Cinemas with HD films of live productions by the Royal Shakespeare Company, Julie Taymor, The Kenneth Branagh Theatre Company, and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre.

For the fifth year running, BAM presents a celebration of innovative radio, live on stage.

Experience the thrill of live, high-definition transmissions of Met Opera performances.

BAM partners with New York pop-up lecture outfit Think Olio for a new seminar series that freshly examines the tensions inherent in our government since its founding.

In this series of conversations and film screenings, we trace the concept of speaking truth to power—undeniably a form of resistance—and the many challenges that face the individuals, societies, and movements that seek to employ it.

Presenting classic films, premieres, festivals, and retrospectives, with appearances by filmmakers, actors, and critics.

This annual celebration is New York City’s largest public tribute to Dr. King’s life and vision, and includes speakers, music performances, and art exhibits.

Brooklyn’s favorite children’s film festival returns for its 21st year, presenting the best shorts and features from around the world—representing 27 countries in total.

Unleash your creative mind across four floors of groundbreaking multi-sensory installations, designed by today’s leading digital artists.

A unique series for sophisticated writers and readers, Eat, Drink & Be Literary brings major contemporary authors to BAMcafé for intimate readings and engaging discussions.

Join BAM on an arts-themed tour of the City of Lights, including a private tour of the legendary Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord and performances at the city's most vibrant cultural spaces.

DanceAfrica is a vibrant annual celebration of African and African-American dance, music, and culture, featuring performances, master classes, a film series, a dance party, and the one-and-only DanceAfrica bazaar.

Free live music on select Fri and Sat nights, featuring rock, jazz, R&B, world music, pop, and more from Brooklyn and beyond.

Now in its 25th year, this free concert series champions the adventurous voices of R&B with performances by funk icon Roy Ayers, powerhouse singer Nona Hendryx, modern blues man Fantastic Negrito, and more.