Jamel Gaines Creative Outlet (JGCO) cordially invites cherished supporters, partners, and the wider community to a historic evening celebrating three decades of artistic excellence, cultural enrichment, and community impact.
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Jamel Gaines Creative Outlet (JGCO) cordially invites cherished supporters, partners, and the wider community to a historic evening celebrating three decades of artistic excellence, cultural enrichment, and community impact. JGCO’s 30th Anniversary Gala will be held at BAM Fisher and will feature REMEMBERING, a powerful presentation directed and choreographed by Jamel Gaines. The evening will also include a special tribute performance honoring Malcolm X’s centennial, underscoring our commitment to cultural storytelling through dance and theater.
Gala Performance Schedule
Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event:
Thursday, February 13th: Opening Night Gala Reception @ 7:30 PM
Friday, February 14th: Continued Celebration Performances @ 7:30 PM
Saturday, February 15th: Matinee Final Performance @ 2:00 PM
Venue: BAM Fisher, 321 Ashland Pl, Brooklyn, NY 11217
Since its founding, JGCO has been committed to fostering artistic expression that reflects the resilience, diversity, and spirit of the communities we serve. This milestone event will celebrate our journey with an evening of captivating performances, storytelling, and tributes to those who have played an integral role in our success. The Gala will feature performances from our renowned Dance-Theater Ensemble, Young Artists, and Cultural Arts Program, reflecting on our rich history while offering a glimpse into the future.
Supporting the Next Generation of Artists
Our 30th Anniversary Gala is more than a celebration—it is a fundraiser dedicated to sustaining and expanding JGCO’s mission. Proceeds from the event will directly support our efforts in inspiring youth, empowering underrepresented voices, and increasing access to the arts in Brooklyn and beyond. Donations will help fund our Arts in Education programs, scholarships, and community wellness initiatives, ensuring that the transformative power of the arts reaches even more individuals.
Choreographer Miro Magloire presents his New Chamber Ballet in two premieres to compositions by contemporary composers Elizabeth Gartman and Ya-Lan Chan. Music played live by violinist Madeline Hocking and pianist
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Choreographer Miro Magloire presents his New Chamber Ballet in two premieres to compositions by contemporary composers Elizabeth Gartman and Ya-Lan Chan. Music played live by violinist Madeline Hocking and pianist Melody Fader. Known for his musicality, Magloire began his career as a composer, attending for four years the Musikhochschule Koln in his native Germany, where he studied under Mauricio Kagel.
This Black History Month, learn about the history of West Africa and the Diaspora
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This Black History Month, learn about the history of West Africa and the Diaspora through the story woven intricately into fabrics. Find your creative resistance by learning about the history art of Adire Eleko, a wax resist dying technique practiced by the Egba People of Yorubaland (Nigeria, Benin and Togo).
Join us on February 18, 2025, from 6-8 PM at El Puente Headquarters (211 South 4th St., Brooklyn, NY 11211) for another night of art, truth, and liberation. Rooted in the power of community, this open mic is a space to share stories, songs, and movement that honor our collective resilience.
This month, we’re honored to feature @truevillainy , a poet, Peace Poet, MC, and veteran youth worker whose work explores the complexity of Blackness and resistance in the U.S.
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month—pull up, speak up, and show out!
Venture into the jungle with hosts Abby Govindan and Mohanad Elshieky as they bring you a stacked lineup
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Venture into the jungle with hosts Abby Govindan and Mohanad Elshieky as they bring you a stacked lineup of nationally and internationally acclaimed comedians.
Lineup:
Michael Longfellow (SNL)
Lukas Arnold (Wild ‘N Out)
Matt Goldich (Seth Meyers)
Maddy Kelly (JFL)
Produced by Arish Jamil
Location: Union Hall, 702 Union St. Brooklyn, NY 11215
18 February 2025
7:00pm Doors / 7:30pm Show
$18 advance / $20 at the door GA (mixed seated / standing)
Think you’ve got the brains *and* the beauty? Prove it at T ‘n A, Bushwick’s hottest new drag trivia night at Pink Metal! Hosted by the electrifying Pacha
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Think you’ve got the brains *and* the beauty? Prove it at T ‘n A, Bushwick’s hottest new drag trivia night at Pink Metal! Hosted by the electrifying Pacha and featuring the dazzling CHEETAHPRINT, this night is serving up fierce performances, three rounds of trivia, and fabulous prizes.
Come solo or squad up (teams of up to 4) and battle it out for the ultimate bragging rights. But the fun doesn’t stop when trivia ends—stick around for **gogo dancers on the bar until late!**
♥ Event Overview ♥
✨ **Fierce drag performances** throughout the night
❓ **Three rounds of trivia** with prizes after each round
🍸 **Two drink minimum** (because what’s trivia without cocktails?)
💃 **Gogo dancing on the bar** after the show—bring tips & good vibes!
🆓 **No cover!** (21 only)
Get ready to sip, slay, and serve up some knowledge. Bring your A-GAME and we’ll see you at Pink Metal!
