top of page

Big Apple Leadership Academy for the Arts, Inc.

Our Goal, Vision & Commitment

Meet Our Agents of Change

Our Programs

Created Because the Arts Still Matter

Before a child talks, they sing. Before they write, they draw. As soon as they stand, they dance. Art is fundamental to human expression.

~ Phylicia Rashad

Upcoming Events

Tue, Sep 05
2023-2024 After School Program
Mount Lebanon Baptist Church
Register Now
Sep 05, 2023, 3:00 PM – Jun 15, 2024, 7:00 PM
Mount Lebanon Baptist Church, 228 Decatur St, Brooklyn, NY 11233, USA
Register for our music education program and immerse your child in a unique musical experience found only here at BALAA.
Share
Mon, Oct 16
OHES After School Program
Ocean Hill Elementary School
Details
Oct 16, 2023, 3:00 PM – Jun 15, 2024, 5:00 PM
Ocean Hill Elementary School, 791 Empire Blvd, Brooklyn, NY 11213, USA
Music and dance education in the form of traditional, HBCU-style marching band, just for students of Ocean Hill Elementary School.
Share
Sat, May 25
Spring Awards Dinner & Showcase
Location is TBD
Register Now
May 25, 2024, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location is TBD
Share
Thu, Jun 20
2nd Annual BALAA Ball
Location is TBD
Register Now
Jun 20, 2024, 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location is TBD
Join us for our anniversary gala celebrating 5 years of service to the community!
Share
Mon, Jul 08
Summer Enrichment 2024
Location is TBD
Register Now
Jul 08, 2024, 8:00 AM – Aug 09, 2024, 4:00 PM
Location is TBD
Share

Support Us

Help us make a difference in the lives of NYC youth!

BALAA is a 501c3 charitable organization.

All donations are tax deductible.

2023-02-25 17.32_edited.jpg

BALAA, where childhood development and enrichment comes first.

bottom of page