Arts & Entertainment

Artist Jonathan Blum, who's operated out of a storefront studio on 5th Avenue in Park Slope for decades, celebrates his 60th birthday with a major retrospective of his work at Arts Gowanus through July 6.

Brooklyn’s comedy scene turns up the volume as Black Ass Comedy rolls into town with its signature blend of humor and heart.

"Joseph," a raw, indie thriller by Haitian-American filmmaker Wanly Florexile confronts faith, addiction and the silent struggles faced within immigrant communities.

The Haiti Cultural Exchange's last exhibition in its current space in Crown Heights showcases emerging Haitian artists.

British singer-songwriter Rita Ora will preform on July 11 in Brooklyn Bridge Park as part of The Hill in New York, a three-day Wimbledon finals viewing event.

Richardson Hitchins is the IBF Super Featherweight world champion, but the 27-year-old boxer had to first fight poverty and the streets of Brooklyn before facing professional opponents.

New York City will celebrate its 400th anniversary this year with arts and cultural celebrations, including a two-day block party at Barclays Center, Brooklyn Paramount and Brooklyn Academy of Music.

A host of summer events are coming in hot at the Brooklyn Army Terminal with music, movies and festivals taking over the waterfront.

Brooklyn Bridge Park’s beloved summer film series returns with a powerful spotlight on women in Hollywood.

The stoop becomes the stage and the streets come alive as 651 ARTS and The Soapbox Presents return with a Juneteenth celebration that’s equal parts history, culture and joy.