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Big Apple Leadership Academy for the Arts, Inc.

Our Goal, Vision & Commitment

Meet Our Agents of Change

Our Programs

Created Because the Arts Still Matter

Before a child talks, they sing. Before they write, they draw. As soon as they stand, they dance. Art is fundamental to human expression.

~ Phylicia Rashad

Upcoming Events

Mon, Sep 14
Uncommon Elementary Afterschool Program
PS 5
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Sep 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – Jun 18, 2027, 7:00 PM
PS 5, 820 Hancock St, Brooklyn, NY 11233, USA
Afterschool program for Uncommon Elementary Schools.
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Mon, Sep 14
2026-2027 BALAA Afterschool Program
PS 5
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Sep 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – Jun 18, 2027, 7:00 PM
PS 5, 820 Hancock St, Brooklyn, NY 11233, USA
Apply now for our free afterschool program beginning on Monday, September 14th.
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Fri, Sep 18
Fridays at Uncommon Williamsburg & Bed Stuy West
Uncommon Williamsburg Elementary School
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Sep 18, 2026, 12:30 PM – Jun 11, 2027, 4:30 PM
Uncommon Williamsburg Elementary School, 140 Montrose Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11206, USA
Friday after school program INSIDE Uncommon Williamsburg and Bed Stuy West Elementary Schools
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Sat, Sep 19
B-Band Saturday Program
TEME Band House at Alloy Development
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Sep 19, 2026, 12:30 PM
TEME Band House at Alloy Development, 240 Nassau St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
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Mon, Feb 15
4th Annual NYC HBCU Audition Fair
TEME Band House at Alloy Development
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Feb 15, 2027, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
TEME Band House at Alloy Development, 240 Nassau St, Brooklyn, NY 11201, USA
Millions in scholarships on the line, how much will YOU get??
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Sat, Apr 03
3rd Annual Concrete Crankfest
Location is TBD
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Apr 03, 2027, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location is TBD
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Help us make a difference in the lives of NYC youth!

BALAA is a 501c3 charitable organization.

All donations are tax deductible.

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