Opera at Gotham Park

Opera at Gotham Park

Teatro Grattacielo (TG) is committed to inclusivity and accessibility in the opera-making process, engaging underrepresented voices to create meaningful cultural experiences. In collaboration with Gotham Park (GP), a grassroots nonprofit revitalizing underutilized spaces beneath the Manhattan side of the Brooklyn Bridge, TG is developing multidisciplinary initiatives for Summer 2025. This partnership with GP’s female-led leadership and skateboarding community highlights the fusion of diverse art forms and aims to engage young artists (ages 15–18) through free, accessible programming that fosters lasting relationships and mutual learning.

Our Goals

  • Introduce opera interactively in Chinatown, The Bowery, and downtown Manhattan, demystifying the art form for underserved communities.
  • Develop joint activities through brainstorming, free exchange of ideas, and open dialogue in a safe, inclusive environment.
  • Participate in and create community events in downtown Manhattan.
  • Build ongoing cultural connections by engaging with neighborhood leaders to align with their hopes and needs.

  • Sponsors

    New York City Council on the Arts
    Erik Bottcher New York City Council Member
    Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation

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