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BRIC Since 1979, BRIC has provided a creative home for artists and audiences in Brooklyn.
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“Jazz is not a certain repertoire or instrumentation; it’s about being truly in the moment and being able to improvise, ...
09/03/2026

“Jazz is not a certain repertoire or instrumentation; it’s about being truly in the moment and being able to improvise, being able to swing and drawing on the blues. We do all those things.” - Cassandra Wilson, Jazz Times interview with Geoffrey Himes, 2002

Thank you for doing all the things, for blessing us with your incredible presence and gifts. Rest now, Great One.

Cassandra Wilson
1955-2026
Jazz Vocalist, Songwriter, and Producer.
Two-time Grammy winner.
Artist. Icon.

Video: Cassandra Wilson live at BRIC House with Black Sun, featuring avant-garde musical collective Harriet Tubman: Brandon Ross (guitars and vocals), Melvin Gibbs (bass), and JT Lewis (drums).

Photo credit:
Cassandra Wilson performs with Black Sun at the BRIC House Ballroom in Brooklyn, NY, March 16, 2014. (Brian Harkin/The New York Times)

“Jazz is not a certain repertoire or instrumentation; it’s about being truly in the moment and being able to improvise, ...
09/03/2026

“Jazz is not a certain repertoire or instrumentation; it’s about being truly in the moment and being able to improvise, being able to swing and drawing on the blues. We do all those things.” - Cassandra Wilson, Jazz Times interview with Geoffrey Himes, 2002

Thank you for doing all the things, for blessing us with your incredible presence and gifts. Rest now, Great One.

Cassandra Wilson
1955-2026
Jazz Vocalist, Songwriter, and Producer.
Two-time Grammy winner.
Artist. Icon.

Video: Cassandra Wilson live at BRIC House with avant-garde musical collective Harriet Tubman: B

Show out and be heard! Our beloved Poetry Slam returns next Tuesday, Sept 8 🎤 Led by Mahogany L. Browne and Jive Poetic,...
09/03/2026

Show out and be heard! Our beloved Poetry Slam returns next Tuesday, Sept 8 🎤 Led by Mahogany L. Browne and Jive Poetic, next week’s slam will feature multi-national poetry slam champ Kenneth Something

Open mic and slam signups begin at 6:30. Slam begins at 7. Free! RSVP link in bio.

08/26/2026

Join BRIC Inside Out for a sneak peek at our collaboration with Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso for Dominican Night at the Bandshell.

In this episode, Wes Jackson and Saidah Blount share how this celebration of Dominican culture came about, and the fantastic energy and artistry that music lovers can expect at this Saturday, August 29.

Don’t miss this penultimate concert in our 2026 festival season! RSVP at the link in the bio.

08/25/2026

Join BRIC Inside Out for a look at our partnership with The Action Lab to honor the social justice legacy of Harry Belafonte, featuring Common and special guests, on Friday, August 28.

In this episode, BRIC President Wes Jackson and BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn Executive Director Saidah Blount discuss the trailblazing humanitarian work of Harry Belafonte, how Common carries on in that tradition, and what makes this night such a standout.

Another can’t-miss concert at the Lena Horne Bandshell. RSVP at the link in the bio.

🍎 It’s almost time to get back to school! Celebrate the power of reading at BRIC’s Family Day on September 12! Join us f...
08/25/2026

🍎 It’s almost time to get back to school! Celebrate the power of reading at BRIC’s Family Day on September 12! Join us for family activities, arts and crafts, plus a special storytime led by Fort Greene’s Greenlight Bookstore, featuring children’s author Alexandra Penfold.

Alexandra will share her new picture book Welcome to our Classroom. Starting a new school year can be scary, but your teacher is here for you! Come along with the kids from the bestsellers All Are Welcome and Big Feelings as they learn to work together, try new things, and—with the support of their teacher—soar!

RSVP at the link in bio 📝

Poetry Slam is back this fall 🎤 Join us at BRIC House on Sept. 8 and Oct. 8 for two more“you-don’t-wanna-miss-this” nigh...
08/25/2026

Poetry Slam is back this fall 🎤 Join us at BRIC House on Sept. 8 and Oct. 8 for two more
“you-don’t-wanna-miss-this” nights of the founders of bk poetry slam.

RSVP for free at the link in bio and come hear what Brooklyn has to say.

08/21/2026

What defines a star? ⭐️ Join BRIC Inside Out for a preview of our much-awaited presentation of Sasha Velour’s Nightgowns this Friday, Aug 21. 

In this episode, Wes Jackson and Sai go behind the scenes to share what makes this night of amazing performance and cultural pride such a standout on our season - and why Sasha Velour is such a superstar. Hear Wes and Saidah discuss how this event reflects the values that BRIC stands for 24/7, then join us for a night to remember! RSVP at the link in the bio and see you there. .

08/18/2026

RADICAL JOY IS HOW WE BUILD UP AND HOW WE GET DOWN… What makes that message so essential right now?

Join BRIC Inside Out with BRIC President Wes Jackson and BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn Executive Director Saidah Blount for an insider’s look at our 2026 programming theme, Radical Joy. In this episode, Wes Jackson and Sai discuss what drew us to that message and what it says about our entire season of shows.

Share your thoughts on what Radical Joy means to you. And don’t miss our next free show in the series: Sasha Velour’s Nightgowns! This Friday, August 21, at the Lena Horne Bandshell, RSVP at the link in the bio.

We were thrilled to welcome NYC Dept of Cultural Affairs Commissioner Diya Vij to BRIC House for a tour of our headquart...
08/07/2026

We were thrilled to welcome NYC Dept of Cultural Affairs Commissioner Diya Vij to BRIC House for a tour of our headquarters and programs. And in the midst of sharing our arts, media, and education work with her and her team, we stepped into the artist studio where a full-blown rehearsal was underway for our August 8 tribute to Aaliyah. Under the musical direction of Taja / L’Rain, even the rehearsal raised the roof.

Afterwards, the Commissioner visited BRIC’s Community Media Incubator space, where the BRIC TV team was developing its next season of programming and a cohort of youth journalists were busily honing their craft.

Thank you, Commissioner Vij, for visiting with us and helping make this work possible. Count on BRIC Arts Media to support your vision to celebrate culture as a vital, community-driven ecosystem across the five boroughs. We’re glad for your leadership and here to help get you great things done.

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