The BAM Hamm Archives Center houses more than 150 years of BAM history and is a rich resource for research and education. The collection ranges from 19th century playbills to videos of defining artistic moments.
BAM (Brooklyn Academy of Music) is a multi-arts center located in Brooklyn, New York. For more than 150 years, BAM has been the home for adventurous artists, audiences, and ideas—engaging both global and local communities.
Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) stars in this sharp, darkly funny reimagining of Shakespeare’s famous tragedy. Since its first staging at BAM in 1861, Hamlet has returned more than a dozen times, helmed by luminaries like Ingmar Bergman, Peter Brook, and Thomas Ostermeier.
Celebrate BAM’s enduring honorees at an exclusive performance with dinner and dancing. Join artists, creatives, and culture lovers for an electric late-night fête with a live DJ, open bar, and curated bites, and help fuel BAM’s mission as the home for curious people and adventurous ideas.
Search millions of books at BAM. Browse bestsellers, new releases and the most talked about books. Pre-order titles at great prices from your favorite authors.
Greenlight Bookstore offers books, clothing, and BAM-related merchandise at kiosks in the lobby of the BAM Howard Gilman Opera House and BAM Harvey Theater. BAM members receive 15% off items purchased at kiosks, and at Greenlight’s Fort Greene store and website. (some restrictions apply.)