Harlem School of the Arts

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Comprehensive Fine Arts Programs From Toddlers to Adults

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Harlem School of the Arts (HSA) Dance immerses students in Harlem's rich dance history, offering programs in ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, hip-hop, and African dance.

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HSA Music stands on the shoulders of the Harlem Renaissance and some of the greatest musical artists the world has ever known.

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HSA Media & Design celebrates Harlem’s legendary artists through a powerful curriculum facilitated by a positive, supportive faculty who inspire participant creativity, confidence and communication.

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HSA Musical Theatre introduces the fundamentals of musical theater to young actors.

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HSA Theatre houses young performers from a long line of actors. From Paul Robeson to Ethel Waters, the Harlem Renaissance provided opportunities for artists to speak their truth and stand in their light.

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Explore a world of creativity and fun with HSA's summer programs, designed to inspire and nurture young talents in various artistic disciplines.

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Dance

Harlem School of the Arts (HSA) Dance immerses students in Harlem's rich dance history, offering programs in ballet, contemporary, jazz, tap, hip-hop, and African dance.

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Music

Music

HSA Music stands on the shoulders of the Harlem Renaissance and some of the greatest musical artists the world has ever known.

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Media & Design

HSA Media & Design celebrates Harlem’s legendary artists through a powerful curriculum facilitated by a positive, supportive faculty who inspire participant creativity, confidence and communication.

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Musical Theater

Musical Theatre

HSA Musical Theatre introduces the fundamentals of musical theater to young actors.

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Theater

Theatre

HSA Theatre houses young performers from a long line of actors. From Paul Robeson to Ethel Waters, the Harlem Renaissance provided opportunities for artists to speak their truth and stand in their light.

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Summer Programs

Explore a world of creativity and fun with HSA's summer programs, designed to inspire and nurture young talents in various artistic disciplines.

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Voices of Inspiration

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"The dance department at Harlem School of the Arts changed my life..."

Skylah Wiggins-Sanchez
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"This program has helped me to grow as a dancer and gain confidence in my ability to dance.."

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This is my 2nd year at Harlem School of The Arts and the school is wonderful.

Codie Schwartz
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"HSA is not only an incredible dance school where I have improved my technical skills on a daily basis.."

Alexander Bello
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"The HSA Dance Department has been a wonderful and inclusive community.."

Isabella Gonzalez
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"HSA is a magical place that allows me to discover and expand my creative talents and skills."

Charley Carman
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"The HSA community is so welcoming and encouraging to young artists."

Claudia Fabella
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"The teachers are very supportive and they’ve helped me improve my dancing tremendously."

Rylie Shwartz
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Nurturing Creativity. Inspiring Futures

We Foster A Lifetime Love of the Arts

Through the arts, HSA fosters robust youth development. Artistic practices cultivate creativity, resilience, teamwork, and confidence. We provide an environment where young people can build character and develop life skills that will serve them now and beyond.
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Community Served Through Public Programs Annually

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Alumni

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Private Lesson Hours

420000

Class Hours Annually

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The Word of Our Founder

Dorothy Maynor

Dorothy Leigh Mainor, known as Dorothy Maynor, was an American soprano, concert singer, and the founder of the Harlem School of the Arts. Maynor is noted as the first African–American to sing at a presidential inauguration, performing at President Harry S. Truman’s inaugural gala in 1949.

Nurturing Creativity. Inspiring Futures

A School of the Arts That Everyone Can Afford

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To apply for financial aid, parents must first create an account with FACTS to fill out the necessary income information and upload W2 forms, and the prior year’s tax information.

Once applications are submitted, and all required documents are received by FACTS from families, a business review will be conducted. This takes approximately 2-3 weeks to complete.

Applicants also receive an award letter through FACTS that they must sign and return electronically (to financialaid@hsanyc.org) or in person at HSA. Awards are income-based, and if an applicant is eligible for financial assistance, the applicant will receive an award amount via FACTS management, for the designated year for which the financial aid should be applied. Once the signed award letter has been received, applicants are instructed to register for the classes on a payment plan.

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