New York Chinese Cultural Center

The New York Chinese Cultural Center (NYCCC) is a premier nonprofit arts organization dedicated to sharing Chinese culture through comprehensive performing and visual arts programming throughout New York, NY and the broader U.S. community. Since 1974, NYCCC has offered professional classes, workshops, and performances that connect diverse audiences to authentic Chinese artistic traditions. The organization specializes in a wide range of art forms including Chinese dance, lion dance, music, kung fu, tai chi, calligraphy, ink brush painting, and lantern-making. NYCCC's Arts in Education program brings customized performances, workshops, and classes to public schools, reaching hundreds of students annually through engaging, culturally-rich experiences. The center also provides Cultural Engagements services, offering individually-designed residencies and performances tailored to organizational budgets and scheduling needs, available in both English and Chinese. Additionally, NYCCC features a School of the Arts offering comprehensive curriculum instruction for students of all ages, and maintains a professional Resident Company of dancers, musicians, martial artists, and visual artists who create innovative new works reflecting contemporary and traditional cultural heritages. Through artist residency programs and special collaborative projects, NYCCC nurtures creative expression while preserving traditional Chinese arts for current and future generations. The organization's work builds cross-cultural understanding and appreciation, serving as a vital cultural resource for New York City and beyond.