School of the Arts
New York Chinese Cultural Center's School of the Arts offers a comprehensive curriculum of Chinese dance, martial arts, Beijing opera acrobatics and weaponry, Chinese language, ink brush painting, and paper cutting for students of all ages. Learn how to artfully master the sword or ribbon, how to create works of art out of brush and paper, or simply how to stay fit! With so many choices from beginner to advanced, there's sure to be a class that's right for you! All classes are grouped according to age and skill level.
Welcome to
New York Chinese Cultural Center
(新苗文艺中心)
NYCCC is dedicated to deepening the understanding and appreciation of Chinese culture in the global and local communities.
The following video is the last of our 50th Anniversary videos celebrating NYCCC in the 2020s! We hope you enjoyed watching our five videos each highlighting a decade in NYCCC's history. For 50 years, we have shared the beauty of Chinese performing and visual arts with communities across the New York tri-state area and the U.S.
Please consider donating to support our work. We need your help to ensure we can continue to share the beauty of Chinese arts with you all and support artists creating new works in Chinese artforms for years to come.
Arts in Education
Performed by professional dancers from Dance China NY, our assembly program showcasing Chinese culture and arts is the best you can find outside of mainland China. It presents the beauty of Chinese dance with full costumes, authentic music, and interactive segments that will engage your students in a fun and educational way.
NYCCC offers individually-designed residencies, workshops, and after school programs in dance, martial arts, Mandarin, and visual arts to fit your schedule, budget, and other requirements. Teachers, trained in Chinese dance, Beijing opera, Mandarin, kung fu, and visual arts, are available for all educational needs, ranging from beginner to professional levels.
School of the Arts
New York Chinese Cultural Center's School of the Arts offers a comprehensive curriculum of Chinese dance, martial arts, Beijing opera acrobatics and weaponry, Mandarin, ink brush painting, and lantern making for students of all ages. Learn how to artfully master the sword or ribbon, how to create works of art out of brush and paper, or simply how to stay fit! Our Chinese dance classes incorporate many different ethnic and folk dances. With so many choices from beginner to advanced, there's sure to be a class that's right for you! All classes are grouped according to age and skill level. Come learn Chinese culture and arts with us!
Students participate in an annual student recital in June and semester end showcases throughout the year. There are also many opportunities for students to perform at our public events throughout the year.
Open Call for Dancers & Artists
WE ARE CURRENTLY LOOKING for professionally trained male and female dancers with a preference but not limited to Chinese classical and folk dance. The performances include assembly performances in schools, cultural and art institutions, as well as special projects for large-scale public events during AAPI Heritage Month, Mid-Autumn Festival, and Lunar New Year.