Welcome to BCT
An Artistic Home for All
At our 2023 Gala, Viola Davis called BCT “the home (she) was looking for as a kid”. We are committed to creating this feeling for every student who walks in our door.
Peer-2-Peer Fundraiser · October 24 to November 8
Fall Into Places! Help us raise $25K for BCT scholarships.
We are asking lots of people to ask lots of people for small gifts. No gift is too small!
Welcome to BCT, we’re glad you’re here!
Brooklyn Children’s Theatre empowers youth through musical theatre, reimagining arts education by centering the whole child and prioritizing belonging and equity.
Our vision is to cultivate a collective of empathetic and creative young people who seek equity in every space they inhabit and are dedicated to building a brighter future for all.
Classes and events
Looking to Enroll?
Whether your child wants to work on the fundamentals, is ready to perform, or even wants to create art for the stage, BCT has the right class for you!
What’s New at BCT?
No matter the time of year, there’s always something to see!
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Our Work by the Numbers
Scholarship
77%
This year, BCT produced 14 original musicals starring 544 students, 77% of whom attended on scholarship.
Student Demographics
We work toward a diversity of identity and experience in our rehearsal rooms.
Percentages of those who chose to share their demographics.
Teaching Artist Impact
96%
96% of 3rd to 5th graders said that BCT staff expect them to try hard and do their best.
100%
100% of 6th to 12th graders said BCT staff believe in them and their ability to succeed.
Follow along
Rehearsals, shows, and behind-the-scenes moments from BCT, posted by our team.
Photos and reels from our classes and productions.
TikTok
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Invest in BCT’s Students Today!
Our important work cannot happen without the support of our community far and wide. Your contribution directly affects the impact we are able to make with each student who comes through our doors.
Our supporters
BCT’s work is made possible by these foundation, government, and corporate partners. Thank you.
New York Times Communities Fund (opens in a new tab)- Pinkerton Foundation (opens in a new tab)
- NYC Department of Cultural Affairs (opens in a new tab)
New York State Council on the Arts (opens in a new tab)
Ichigo Foundation (opens in a new tab)- D.J. McManus Foundation
- Katie Wachs Foundation
- amika (opens in a new tab)
- Harman Family Foundation
Ameriprise Financial (opens in a new tab)- Botwinick-Wolfensohn Foundation
National Endowment for the Arts (opens in a new tab)- AR Global
NYC Department of Youth and Community Development (opens in a new tab)
Project Broadway (opens in a new tab)- Schneider Electric (opens in a new tab)
- Partnership for After School Education (opens in a new tab)
- Find Your Light Foundation (opens in a new tab)
JPMorganChase (opens in a new tab)
Temelio (opens in a new tab)
Brooklyn Children’s Theatre’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.
For General Inquiries
BCT Studios
(347) 799-1336
nick@brooklynchildrenstheatre.org
For Executive Director
Amy White Graves
(646) 675-0325
amy@brooklynchildrenstheatre.org
Our Mission
Brooklyn Children’s Theatre empowers youth through musical theatre, reimagining arts education by centering the whole child and prioritizing belonging and equity.
Land Acknowledgement
Brooklyn Children’s Theatre’s rehearsal and performance spaces are located on land that is Lenapehoking, Homeland of the Lenape. We pay respect to the Lenape peoples, Lenape elders, and their ancestors, past, present and future.
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