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Spring is here, and we’re excited to celebrate! In this edition of our newsletter, we’re sharing some of the most significant moments from this past winter, so you can be part of what we’re building, even if you couldn’t join us in person. We’re also highlighting exciting updates for our theater and what they mean for the community, which makes all of this possible.
All of these moments are a powerful reminder of what the North Fork Arts Center is all about: people coming together through film, performance, education, and community. We hope they inspire you to join us for future events and shared community moments.
NFAC’s anniversary is coming up in May. We opened our doors to the public in 2024, and with your support, we’ve grown into a home for arts and culture in Greenport, where people gather, learn, and connect. We’re celebrating with our third Brooklyn Ballet residency and the launch of our summer season. We’ve also been working hard on major improvements to make our theatre more accessible and comfortable for everyone. Everything we’re building is for this community. Thank you for being part of it.
Enjoy our updates,
Tony Spiridakis
Executive Director
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Improving our Installations, Celebrating Three Years, and Preparing for Summer
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A Building With Access for Everyone
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One of the most important chapters in NFAC’s growth is already underway. We are in the middle of major building improvements that will make the theater more welcoming, accessible, and comfortable for everyone. This includes two projects shaped by community feedback: a new ADA-compliant elevator and a major HVAC upgrade.
Patrons told us we needed easier access to the upstairs theater and a more reliable climate experience inside the building, and we listened!
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On May 15, we will celebrate the completion of this work with a ribbon-cutting ceremony that marks the unveiling of these upgrades and the reopening of our upstairs theater.
Read the full Suffolk Times article to learn more about the story behind these improvements.
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You can be part of this major upgrade, too!
We still need community support to help cover costs for the HVAC project.
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Vote for Our Free Memorial Day Weekend
Summer Movie!
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Our theaters are getting ready for a big return this spring, and we’d love your help choosing the film for our free Memorial Day Weekend screening at NFAC.
Vote in our Summer Movie Madness on Instagram Stories.
Every Friday and Tuesday through the end of March, we’ll post fun, summer-themed movie matchups. Winners will advance until one final favorite is chosen for our Memorial Day Weekend Open House.
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Three Years of NFAC with Brooklyn Ballet
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This May, as we celebrate our third anniversary, we’ll mark the occasion with a return that feels especially appropriate: Brooklyn Ballet is back! The dance company has been part of our story from the beginning, and their return has become a meaningful tradition in our growth.
We’re proud to welcome Brooklyn Ballet back for their third annual residency while also launching our summer season.
This year’s program, SOFT POWER, explores the tension, resonance, and shared language between classical ballet and street dance, live on stage.
SAVE THE DATE – Performances:
– Saturday, May 16 at 2 PM – Community Matinee
– Saturday, May 16 at 7 PM – Evening Performance
– Sunday, May 17 at 2 PM – Matinee Performance
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Writing Workshop Class with Mira Johnson.
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Registration is now open for our Summer Workshops, and early bird discounts are available until April 15:
Led by industry experts, each workshop encourages students to develop new skills while exploring their passions.
Programs are already filling up.
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ICYMI: A Look Back at Remarkable Moments at NFAC
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A Winter Full of Art, Gathering, and Community
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On December 13 and 14, we welcomed audiences for A Christmas Carol, a haunting and heartfelt one-man performance by Scott H. Severance, that transformed the theater into a place of memory, reflection, and holiday spirit. It brought the power of live storytelling, gathering us to relive the timeless carol.
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During the Second Annual Greenport Holiday Stroll on December 19, NFAC opened its doors for Holiday Cookies, Hot Cocoa, gallery viewing, and holiday film screenings. In partnership with The Greenport Village & Greenport BID, we reaffirmed how, through the arts and collaboration, our small businesses can help strengthen one another.
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Later that month, the Long Island Baroque Ensemble returned for Holiday Revels, bringing singers, instrumentalists, and circus artists together for a festive celebration.
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Education is at the heart of what we do
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This winter, our 6-week Writing Workshop with Mira Johnson brought together 13 writers for a sold-out class focused on revision, experimentation, and creative growth. Writers across genres came together to strengthen their craft and share their voices.
Our winter workshops also expanded opportunities for people of various ages and interests during February and March, including an acting workshop led by Diogo Martins and a screenwriting workshop with Tony Spiridakis & Bill Finkelstein.
Finally, this Sunday, March 22nd, from 9 am-2 pm, we’ll have a free personal branding class for local high school students led by Phyllis & Joel Ehrlich, presented by Rocket Your Potential Career Coaching.
There are still a few spots available. Register here.
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“Brand You!” free workshop with Phyllis and Joel Ehrlich
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Be Part of a Cultural Movement Redefining the North Fork
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2026 Sponsorship Opportunities Now Open!
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As a nonprofit community arts center, we rely on support from local businesses, neighbors, and advocates who view arts and culture as key elements to a growing community. We have established ourselves as a year-round hub for creativity and community engagement, featuring sold-out performances, renowned exhibitions, family events, and educational programs.
We invite you to explore our annual sponsorship options as well as special summer sponsorships, which include support for:
– Brooklyn Ballet at NFAC | May 15–17
– Memorial Day Weekend Classic Summer Movie Open House | May 22–25
– July Documentary Series | July 9, 16, 23 & 30
– August Blues Night | August 8
– Summer Educational Programming for Kids
– Capital Campaign Spotlight: New HVAC System
Join us in helping keep the arts accessible, strengthen cultural life in Greenport, and support a space that belongs to all.
Sponsorship levels range from $2,500 to $25,000.
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Here’s how you can support our work
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If you love what we’re building, spread the word and consider supporting our mission by naming a seat or donating. Your support helps us continue bringing one-of-a-kind programming that connects people through inclusive cultural arts.
Check out the different ways you can support our work and be part of NFAC’s creative community.
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