
Our Core Values compel us to inspire deeper understanding, welcome learning and growth, celebrate community and live our values.
Through our For The Culture Series, we seek to bridge the gap between the world we know and the world we’re actively striving to build—where we harness the power of theatre to deepen human connections by learning and growing from the lived experiences of each other; connect through art, shared customs, traditions and heritage(s); and where we amplify artists and work by traditionally underrepresented groups or individuals, creating access to the Workshop for historically marginalized communities in order to build and sustain authentic relationships with our fellow community members and theatergoers.
For the Culture: In Honor of Jean-Michel Basquiat
SEPT 10: AfterWords: Roger Guenveur Smith & Michael HolmanThursday, September 10th
Post-Show
Location: New York Theatre Workshop (79 E 4th St)
Join us immediately following the performance for an exclusive, intimate conversation featuring Roger Guenveur Smith and Michael Holman, two defining voices who knew Jean-Michel Basquiat during pivotal eras of his life.
SEPT 13: In Honor of Jean-Michel Basquiat: A Downtown JourneySunday, September 13th
3:30–5PM
Starts at New York Theatre Workshop (79 E 4th St)
Join the tour group here!
Explore the downtown neighborhoods that shaped Jean-Michel Basquiat’s artistic journey. This guided walking tour examines the creative communities, cultural influences, and lasting legacy of one of New York City’s most influential artists.
SEPT 16: AfterWords: Artistic Process of In Honor of Jean-Michel BasquiatWednesday, September 16th
Post-Show, moderated by: Aaron Malkin
Location: New York Theatre Workshop (79 E 4th St)
Engage directly with the creative team as they share insider stories from rehearsals, answer your burning questions, and explore the profound themes that make In Honor of Jean-Michel Basquiat a truly unforgettable experience.
SEPT 17: Basquiat NightThursday, September 17th
8:30–10PM
Location: New York Theatre Workshop (79 E 4th St)
Let us know if you’re coming to the party here!
From Boomers to Gen Z, come celebrate Basquiat’s timeless influence in a high-energy gathering of artists and cultural workers. Blending music, storytelling, and connection, this multigenerational party features a live DJ spinning across eras, turning the room into a living archive of sound, style, and shared legacy.
SEPT 23: ForeWords: Generational ArtsWednesday, September 23rd
5:30–6:30PM
Location: TBD
Reserve your spot here!
Join us for a preshow gathering that invites audiences into Basquiat’s world through conversation and reflection before the performance. Featuring artists, curators, and cultural thinkers, the program offers a brief but impactful framing of Basquiat’s legacy today.
SEPT 24: Monologue Jam: Open SalonSEPT 30: ShopTalkWednesday, September 30th
Post-Show
Location: New York Theatre Workshop (79 E 4th St)
Join us for an informal “book club” style discussion with fellow audience members, facilitated by an NYTW staff member.