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SUMMARY:9th Annual Art Is Alive
DESCRIPTION:Dance classes are one hour and space is limited.CLICK HERE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				MORE THAN 20 HOURS OF PROGRAMMING OVER 7 DAYS\n10 DANCE CLASSES WITH EXPERT INSTRUCTORS/CHOREOGRAPHERS DANCE STYLES\nFINALE 6-HOUR BLOCK PARTY FEATURING DIVERSE CULTURAL MUSIC ARTISTS\nPLUS\, COMMUNITY AWARDS\, AND FOOD & DRINK VENDORS\nALL FREE!\nThe Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation is thrilled to present the 9th Annual Art Is Alive Festival\, September 14–20\, 2025! 🎉  This dynamic\, multidisciplinary celebration honors over 25 years of our service to the Brooklyn community and the richness of African and African diasporic traditions. \nFor seven unforgettable days\, immerse yourself in 20+ hours of programming featuring 10 unique dance classes with celebrated instructors\, a high-energy block party with five music artists\, and inspiring community awards\, workshops\, and family activities for all ages. \nMore than just a festival\, Art Is Alive is a week of art\, culture\, and connection designed to uplift the creative spirit and strengthen our collective commitment to community. Best of all\, the festival is FREE and open to everyone. \nMark your calendars and join us as we celebrate culture\, creativity\, and community at this extraordinary event. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				 \nPRESENTED BY ASASE YAA CULTURAL ARTS FOUNDATIONEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: KOFI OSEI WILLIAMSPRODUCER: MESHA MILLINGTON \nSPONSOR SUPPORT BY:\nTHE DEPARTMENT OF NEW YORK CULTURAL AFFAIRS \nNEW YORK STATE ASSEMBLY MEMBER STEFANI L. ZINERMAN (District 56) \nNEW YORK CITY COUNCIL MEMBER CHI OSSE (District 36) \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nArt Is Alive is our way of thanking and uniting our community with the arts\, music\, and culture. \nDon’t miss an inspiring multi-disciplinary community arts event that we have enjoyed presenting for the past 9 years!
URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/art-is-alive-25/
LOCATION:Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation\, 506 Macdonough Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asase Yaa School of the Arts,Live Performance,Special Event
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SUMMARY:First Day of Classes
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URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/first-day-of-classes/
LOCATION:Asase Yaa School of the Arts\, 506 Macdonough Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asase Yaa School of the Arts
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SUMMARY:Monsters on Macdonough Halloween Party
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/monsters-on-macdonough-halloween-party/
LOCATION:Asase Yaa School of the Arts\, 506 Macdonough Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asase Yaa School of the Arts
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SUMMARY:Celebrating the 50th Birthday of Founder and Artistic Director Yao Ababio
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/celebrating-the-50th-birthday-of-founder-and-artistic-director-yao-ababio/
LOCATION:Asase Yaa School of the Arts\, 506 Macdonough Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation,Asase Yaa School of the Arts
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SUMMARY:Rise Up! Kwanzaa at Brooklyn Children’s Museum
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Kwanzaa returns to Brooklyn Children’s Museum this December! Celebrate the traditions of Kwanzaa at New York City’s largest family Kwanzaa event\, presented in partnership with Brooklyn-based Brooklyn Children’s Museum. \nExplore the seven principles of Kwanzaa through interactive workshops\, dynamic live performances\, and engaging art projects that honor heritage\, community\, and culture. This year\, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop with special activities and tributes that showcase its enduring impact. \nNow in its 16th year\, Celebrate Kwanzaa takes place over 5 days\, from Tuesday\, December 26 through Saturday\, December 30. Each day features a mix of repeating and unique programs designed for all ages. Save the dates and join us at this spirited cultural celebration! \nBuy Tickets
URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/rise-up-kwanzaa-at-brooklyn-childrens-museum/
LOCATION:Brooklyn Children’s Museum\, 145 Brooklyn Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11213\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asase Yaa School of the Arts
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SUMMARY:Kwanzaa at Children's Museum of Manhattan
DESCRIPTION:Kwanzaa Celebration: Verses of Unity\nSunday December 28\, 2025\nLearn and celebrate together the seven principles of Kwanzaa at CMOM! Every year families\, and communities come together to honor the ancestors and celebrate African and African American culture. \nPrograms to Be Announced\, visit: https://cmom.org/visit/public-programs/ \n 
URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/kwanzaa-at-childrens-museum-of-manhattan/
LOCATION:Children’s Museum of Manhattan\, 212 W 83rd St\, New York\, NY\, 10024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asase Yaa School of the Arts
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SUMMARY:25th Anniversary Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Redirected to https://www.asaseyaaent.org/#25
URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/25th-anniversary-celebration/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Arts Outreach,Asase Yaa African American Dance Theater,Asase Yaa Children's Summer Arts Camp,Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation,Asase Yaa School of the Arts,Special Event
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SUMMARY:THE RHYTHMS & MOVEMENTS FESTIVAL
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URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/the-rhythms-movements-festival/
LOCATION:Various Venues\, Brooklyn\, NY
CATEGORIES:Asase Yaa African American Dance Theater,Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation,Asase Yaa School of the Arts,Black History Month,Live Performance,Special Event
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SUMMARY:THE REVIVAL:  DJEMBE IN THE NEW MILLENNIUM NATIONAL TOUR
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URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/the-revival-djembe-in-the-new-millennium-national-tour/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Asase Yaa African American Dance Theater,Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Dreams in Action Gala
DESCRIPTION:More information coming soon!
URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/2nd-annual-dreams-in-action-gala/
LOCATION:Brooklyn Children’s Museum\, 145 Brooklyn Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11213\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts Outreach,Asase Yaa African American Dance Theater,Asase Yaa School of the Arts,Special Event
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SUMMARY:2026 Children's Summer Arts Camp
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URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/2026-childrens-summer-arts-camp/
LOCATION:Asase Yaa School of the Arts\, 506 Macdonough Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asase Yaa Children's Summer Arts Camp,Asase Yaa School of the Arts
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SUMMARY:10th Annual Art Is Alive
DESCRIPTION:Our 2026 ART IS ALIVE FESTIVAL will be celebrating its 10th Anniversary as a FREE EVENT that is open to the public. It will be presented for seven days\, Sunday\, September 13 through Saturday\, September 20 and will conclude with its second BLOCK PARTY. All the Festival events will be held at 506 Macdonough Street\, Bed-Stuy (between Patchen Avenue and Malcolm X Blvd). \nThe Festival will include five days of dance classes hosted by top instructors/choreographers. The Block Party will feature headlining artists\, presentationof several community Awards\, African and Diaspora inspired food and drink vendors\, community artisans and product vendors. \nCheck back this summer for more info!\n 
URL:https://www.asaseyaaent.org/event/10th-annual-art-is-alive/
LOCATION:Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation\, 506 Macdonough Street\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11233\, United States
CATEGORIES:Asase Yaa School of the Arts,Live Performance,Special Event
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