JCAL Fall Lineup is Here! More Details Inside
JCAL's Fall lineup is packed with live music, theatre, classes, and more! The month of October marks the return of our beloved Thursday Night Jazz series, along with new exhibitions in our galleries, and at Resorts World New York City.
The Fall semester of JCAL Arts Classes is underway, and there is still time to register here.
Lastly, through a continuing grant from the NY State Council on the Arts, JCAL is offering deeply discounted rental space for rehearsals. Fill out the form here for rehearsal space at $10 an hour. For bookings of 20 hours or more, space is offered at just $5 an hour (valid through Friday, October 17).
Season Premiere!
Thursday Night Jazz Presents: George Cables
October 9th, 8 pm
153-10 Jamaica Avenue
Don't miss the season premiere of Thursday Night Jazz featuring a can't miss performance by George Cables!
George Cables has emerged as a major voice in modern jazz. In his musical career, Cables has prowled sidestreets and main thoroughfares, absorbing countless influences into his personal style. He has performed and recorded with some of the greatest jazz musicians of our time, including: Joe Henderson, Art Blakey, Sonny Rollins, Dizzy Gillespie and many more.
Opening Reception
Kro-Matic
October 3rd, 6 pm
Resorts World New York City
110-00 Rockaway Boulevard
Join us for the much-anticipated opening for Kro-Matic, curated by Adrian Bermeo. Meet the artists and view the fantastic exhibit at Resorts World NYC.
Kro-Matic is a group exhibition showcasing a spectrum of monochromatic artworks by 15 New York-based visual artists, each dedicated to a specific color. Though each piece stands alone in its distinct hue, together they form a cohesive yet complex dialogue exploring ideas on perception, individuality, and observing “the bigger picture.”
Photos of the Week: Queens Get The Paper Magazine Giveaway
Last week, we hosted a free giveaway of the Queens Get The Paper Magazine at Jamaica Performing Arts Center! Queens Get The Paper is a publication dedicated to the borough, created by Resorts World New York City, in collaboration with Mass Appeal.
Opening Reception
Shifting Seasons
October 17th, 6 pm
161-04 Jamaica Avenue
Come out to the upcoming Visual Voices exhibit at JCAL! Shifting Seasons invites artists to explore the transitions in their life, their environment, or their creative process. Just like fall, it’s about letting go, embracing change, and finding beauty in what’s in-between.
Shifting Seasons is curated by Alex Z. Alex specializes in creating immersive and inclusive art experiences that highlight emerging and underrepresented voices. His curatorial work is rooted in storytelling, innovation, and a deep commitment to supporting artists at every stage of their journey.
Season Premiere
Meet the Playwright
November 20th, 8 pm
161-04 Jamaica Avenue
Join us for the season premiere of our free theatre series Meet the Playwright! Meet the Playwright offers an inside look at the creative process through semi-staged readings by Queens-based BIIPOC playwrights and post-show conversations with the creative teams.
We're kicking off the season with Bodega Cat, by Desi Moreno-Penson. Stay tuned for more info on the play, and RSVP below!
Video Of The Week
Making Moves Dance Festival 2025
Making Moves Dance Festival brought bold new energy to the stage with commissions and works-in-progress by Queens-based choreographers and dance companies. Check out this video recap, and subscribe to our YouTube channel, where we'll share full performances!