BRIC Arts & Media

Join BRIC Inside Out for a sneak peek at our collaboration with Brooklyn Borough President BP Antonio Reynoso for Dominican Night at the Bandshell. In this episode, Wes Jackson and Saidah Blount share how this celebration of Dominican culture came about, and the fantastic energy and artistry that music lovers can expect at #CelebrateBrooklyn this Saturday, August 29.  Don’t miss this penultimate concert in our 2026 festival season! RSVP at the https://lnkd.in/ez7vCYpt.

Join BRIC Inside Out for a look at our partnership with The Action Lab to honor the social justice legacy of Harry Belafonte, featuring Common and special guests, on Friday, August 28. In this episode, BRIC President Wes Jackson and BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn Executive Director Saidah Blount discuss the trailblazing humanitarian work of Harry Belafonte, how Common continues that tradition, and what makes this night a standout. Another can’t-miss #CelebrateBrooklyn concert at the Lena Horne Bandshell. https://lnkd.in/gR8wikpz

BRIC President Wes Jackson, a longtime Brian Lehrer listener and fan, appeared on The Brian Lehrer Show at the start of this year’s #CelebrateBrooklyn season. The day was a thrill. Brian conducted the interview by phone, giving Wes his run of the studio - where Wes felt right at home. Their conversation was the perfect launch to our 47th festival season, now underway. Thanks to Brian for the invitation, the hospitality, and the opportunity to lift up the work we do at BRIC Arts Media. Learn more at the link in the bio. Be sure to join us at the Bandshell - with big ups to our friends at New York Public Radio!

RADICAL JOY IS HOW WE BUILD UP AND HOW WE GET DOWN… What makes that message so essential right now?  Join BRIC Inside Out with BRIC President Wes Jackson and BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn Executive Director Saidah Blount for an insider’s look at our 2026 programming theme, Radical Joy. In this episode, @wesmartinjackson and @saidahb discuss what drew us to that message and what it says about our entire season of shows. Share your thoughts on what Radical Joy means to you. And don’t miss our next free show in the series: Sasha Velour’s Nightgowns! This Friday, August 21, at the Lena Horne Bandshell. https://lnkd.in/gmn-XJBZ

A big shoutout to BRIC Boardmember Lynn Gonzalez for her inclusion in Billboard’s 2026 Top Music Lawyers list! We’re thrilled to see her brilliance recognized this way, and honored to have her guidance and experience on our Board.

Join BRIC Inside Out for a preview of our incredible Americana Night this Saturday, Aug 15, featuring three phenomenal artists. Your path to radical joy starts here… In this episode, Wes Jackson and Saidah Blount go behind the scenes of our America 250 celebration, headlined by the Grammy-nominated British Nigerian singer-songwriter Yola, one of today’s most essential voices. She’s joined by acclaimed roots songster Dom Flemons and the Traveling Wildfires and Brooklyn Americana star Cleo Reed, whose debut album “Cuntry” is subverting the yeehaw agenda. Presented with support from the National Endowment for the Arts as part of America250. Hear Wes and Saidah discuss what makes our Americana Night lineup such a standout, and don’t miss this concert. https://lnkd.in/gjXuXxDQ

We were thrilled to welcome NYC Department of Cultural Affairs Commissioner Diya Vij to BRIC House for a tour of our headquarters and programs. And in the midst of sharing our arts, media, and education work with her and her team, we stepped into the artist studio where a full-blown rehearsal was underway for our August 8 tribute to Aaliyah. Under the musical direction of L'Rain, even the rehearsal raised the roof.  Afterwards, the Commissioner visited BRIC's Community Media Incubator space, where the BRIC TV team was developing its next season of programming and a cohort of youth journalists were busily honing their craft. Thank you, Commissioner Vij, for visiting with us and helping make this work possible. Count on BRIC Arts Media to support your vision to celebrate culture as a vital, community-driven ecosystem across the five boroughs. We're glad for your leadership and here to help get you great things done.

Join BRIC Inside Out for a behind-the-scenes tour of BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Your path to radical joy starts right here… In this episode, Wes Jackson and Saidah Blount offer an inside look at our incredible globalFEST concert, coming to the Lena Horne Bandshell this Friday, August 7, with an array of can’t-miss artists: agents of “ethno chaos” Dakha Brakha (Ukraine), Cumbia noble Yeison Landero (Colombia), Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars (New Orleans), and Sunju Park (Korea). Hear Wes and Saidah discuss just how and why globalFEST, Inc came to make their first appearance at BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!, and the night of amazing music that awaits. If world rhythms are your thing, we’ve got just the night of music for you. https://lnkd.in/eHmZkM-7

Join BRIC Inside Out for an inside look at TWO amazing shows coming to BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Your countdown to radical joy starts now… In this episode, Wes Jackson and Saidah Blount preview our community-driven tribute to R&B princess Aaliyah, discussing her impact on the culture and the incredible concert that awaits this Saturday, August 8. Curated by Music Director Taja Cheek / L'Rain, and featuring Res, serpentwithfeet, Halima, Anajah, Motherboard, host Brittany Spanos, special guest Ralph Mcdaniels, and many more. Next, Wes and Saidah lift up the Lyricist Lounge 35th anniversary show arriving at the Bandshell on Friday, August 14. They share why Lyricist Lounge is one of the culture's most respected and exciting platforms, renowned for introducing the world to legendary hip-hop voices. Now, with LL35, the celebration comes to the Bandshell featuring none other than Jadakiss, joined by more special guests to be announced.

We’re thrilled to announce the appointments of Dayan Abeyaratne, Isaac Josephson, and Randall "Sickamore" Medford to BRIC’s Board of Directors! Each is a powerhouse, and together they bring invaluable energy and experience to our institution. “BRIC is a home for innovators and trailblazers committed to making a difference in their communities and the world at large,” said Susan Jurevics, BRIC Board Chair. “Dayan, Isaac, and Sickamore are a natural fit for who we are and what we do. As we look to increase our impact on the road to BRIC’s 50th anniversary, we’re thrilled to add their vast talents and experience to our work.” "We are excited to welcome Dayan, Isaac, and Sickamore to BRIC’s Board,” said Wes Jackson, BRIC President. “Their personal dedication to culture and community, together with their business acumen, proven track records and expertise, make them great additions to the team. I look forward to working with them as we continue to amplify the unheard voices that shape Brooklyn and New York City’s creative future." Learn more about these appointments at https://lnkd.in/gJu9ThEz.