Saturday, May 9, 2026 | 4:00–5:30 PM | Free | Off-site (The Hub)

Part of the 2026 “How Do We ___ in Public?” series, this experimental program led by Nicolás Dumit Estévez Raful Espejo Ovalles Morel explores movement, public space, and the shifting conditions of civic life amid cultural and institutional challenges. Bringing together artists and choreographers Argelia Arreola, Ana 'Rokafella' García, Paloma McGregor/Angela's Pulse, and Alethea Pace, this program explores how movement breathes in public space, and how our bodies gather, respond, and navigate together. 

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | 7:30 PM | Free

Courageous Conversations with Benedict Nguyễn & Komail Aijazuddin
Laugh, think, and feel with dynamic Bronx-based writer and dancer Benedict Nguyễn (Hot Girls with Balls) and Pakistani-American author Komail Aijazuddin (Manboobs), whose books explore identity, belonging, queerness, and political memory across cultures and borders. The artists lead this installment of Courageous Conversations, a free community forum blending topical conversation and resilience-building practices, guided by artists, media makers, and thought leaders. Join the conversation, and together keep building our lives. Book signing after the event.

Friday, May 15, 2026 | 8:00 PM |  Free

White Noise: Confessions of an Unsuspected Serial Killer With a Background Hiss is a gripping theatrical work exploring repression, identity, and cycles of violence through the lens of a complex protagonist. This psychological, harrowing monologue is written and performed by Danilo Napoli and directed by Yuri Gugliucci. Performed in Italian with English supertitles.

Saturday, May 16, 2026 | 8:00 PM | $20 In Person| Virtual: Free to $20

An evening of original works by local NYC choreographers exploring transformation, growth, and the many ways we “bloom”, personally, politically, and poetically. With choreographers SeF Figueroa, Darius Gregory, Jason Herbert, Shonte Jackson, Darren Justice, Rainey Scarborough, and Shackiel Scott.

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 | 6:00 PM | Free

Presented at Barrio BX, 1247 Castle Hill Avenue

The dynamic artist-performer Linda La brings members of the House of Transcendence to this series, where BAAD! teams up with a local restaurant to showcase transgender, gender non-conforming, and non-binary artists. Bold creative expression and visionary storytelling come together while we eat and celebrate together. Barrio BX offers rich, savory Puerto Rican cuisine.

Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 8:00 PM | Free

HIP-HOP HOMELANDS (Pepatián)
The 8th annual showcase featuring collaborations between Bronx poets and dancers, curated by Caridad De La Luz (La Bruja) and Rokafella.

Saturday, May 30, 2026 | 5:00–8:00 PM | Free

Meet the emerging NYC dance artists handpicked for this year’s twelfth anniversary Dancing Futures Artist Residency! The three artists selected present themselves and their work this evening. Each artist returns to BAAD! in the fall to present full-evening works.

Sunday, May 31, 2026 | 12:00 PM | Free

A unique workshop combining hip-hop dance and CPR training. Led by Janice Tomlinson, a professional choreographer, dancer, dance teacher, and Cardiac ICU nurse, combines her passions, knowledge, and experience to create the "Feel the Pulse" hip-hop dance class. The class is followed by a Hands-Only CPR class with the FDNY, and practices on mannequins, and provides more useful tips for saving a life. This program is supported by Pepatián: Bronx Arts ColLABorative.