BRIC Arts Media
BRIC Arts Media, founded in 1979, has significantly influenced Brooklyn’s cultural and media landscape by supporting artists, creators, and media makers. It hosts the longest-running free performing arts festival in NYC, BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!, and offers extensive educational programs and media services.
History of BRIC Arts Media
BRIC Arts Media was founded in 1979 and has been shaping Brooklyn’s cultural and media landscape for over 45 years. It has played a pivotal role in presenting and incubating artists, creators, students, and media makers. The organization is renowned for hosting BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!, the longest-running free performing arts festival in New York City at the Lena Horne Bandshell in Prospect Park.
BRIC House Complex
BRIC House is a 40,000 square foot multi-disciplinary arts and media complex located in Brooklyn. This main venue includes a public media center, a major contemporary art exhibition space, two performance spaces, a glass-walled TV studio, and artist workspaces. BRIC House offers education and hosts various vital programs throughout the year, contributing to Brooklyn’s vibrant arts and media scene.
BRIC Arts Education Programs
BRIC serves over 25,000 individuals through its arts and media education programs, reaching over 3,800 students in 35+ public schools across 19 neighborhoods in Brooklyn. BRIC provides a variety of free and affordable, high-quality film, TV, and podcasting courses. Its Youth Media Fellowship program focuses on developing and producing media content, supporting young creators in their artistic journeys.
BRIC TV and Public Media Initiatives
BRIC TV is a nonprofit community TV channel and digital network. Brooklyn Free Speech TV represents Brooklyn’s Public Access initiative, while BRIC Radio and Brooklyn Free Speech Radio are part of its comprehensive media offerings. These platforms play significant roles in providing local, independent media content and fostering community engagement.
BRIC Events and Festivals
BRIC hosts a variety of exhibitions, concerts, performances, and screenings year-round. Notable events include the BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Festival, renowned for its contemporary art exhibits, and the BRIC JazzFest, an acclaimed marathon jazz music festival. BRIC Hip-Hop is dedicated to the education, expression, and evolution of hip-hop culture. These events contribute significantly to Brooklyn’s dynamic cultural landscape.