The Afrikan Poetry Theatre (The Center For Culture)

09/29/2026

The Afrikan Poetry Theatre presents…

A.P.T. Cares Day
Nov. 26, 2026

APT Cares Day provides clothing , hygiene kits, and cooked and canned food to individuals experiencing homelessness, and/ or in need, and are underserved,
while youth serve meals in a dignified, restaurant-style setting with live music , performances and a DJ.

This Initiative is Powered by:
A.P.T. Annex
Cultural Collaborative Jamaica

Jamaica Community Partnership,
Cultural Immigrant Initiative & Queens City Council D.27 / D.31

If you are an Organization or an individual looking
to Join us in this initiative, contact:
[email protected] (929) 746-4788

In Kind Support,
Please Donate:

- [ ] New & Gently used clothing for women, men , and children.
- [ ] cooked and prepared food
- [ ] canned goods and produce
- [ ] Hygiene Packages
- [ ] School Bags and School Supplies
- [ ] Volunteer Your Time as a server
- [ ] Volunteer Your Time sorting clothes the night of Nov 25th
- [ ] Monetary Donations are also accepted

We are looking for Organizations and Local Businesss (Restaraunts, Youth & Senior Organizations, etc. that are interested in joining this initiative.

Drop Off Location:
172-18 Jamaica Ave.
172-12 Jamaica Ave.

Contact: [email protected] to schedule a drop off time.

To participate, volunteer, donate, or schedule a drop-off:

📧 [email protected]
📞 (929) 746-4788

Organizations and businesses interested in becoming part of this initiative are encouraged to contact us.

Community Serving Community.

09/27/2026

09/27/2026

Save The Date!!
Oct 30th

Coming Soon….

JED👁️MICS
🎙️🎙️

Live Streamed Emcee Cipher!!
Live From
@
The A.P.T. Annex

During…
The Original Open Aux
“Cooking Up Hits”
Halloween Mixer

Powered By:
The Urban Flow Movement
UrbanPoetsMovement
Open Aux Night
Jimi Kendrix and Friends

afrikanpoetrytheatre

09/27/2026

07/03/2026

🎭 YOUR ACTING JOURNEY STARTS HERE… FOR FREE!

The Afrikan Poetry Theatre and the Coalition of Theaters of Color invite aspiring actors of all experience levels to join our FREE Summer Acting Courses, facilitated by Questell (Actor | Casting Director).

Hours of immersive, hands-on training, you’ll develop the skills needed to perform with confidence through:

🎬 Scene Study
🎭 Character Development
🎤 Monologues
🎥 On-Camera Performance
🎯 Audition Techniques
🎬 Script Analysis
🤝 Professional Industry Preparation

You’ll also have the opportunity to learn from special guest instructors, respected industry professionals, and professional casting directors who will share real-world knowledge, career guidance, and insider perspectives on today’s entertainment industry.

✅ Tuition is 100% FREE.

There is no cost to participate in the acting courses.

For students who want to build professional marketing materials, we are also offering exclusive optional add-on services at deeply discounted rates, including:

📽️ Professional Acting Reel
📸 Professional Headshots
🎭 Professional Audition Recording & Evaluation
✍🏽 Custom Monologues
🎬 Additional Career Development Services

These services are completely optional, are NOT included with the free class, and are available at special discounted rates exclusively for enrolled students.

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to elevate your acting career, this program provides the training, industry exposure, and professional connections to help you take the next step.

📍 A.P.T. Annex
172-18 Jamaica Avenue
Jamaica, NY 11432

📧 For Registration & Information:
[email protected]
HV FILMS

🚨 Space is Limited. Register Today!

07/01/2026

☀️ SUMMER SPECIAL IS HERE! ☀️

Looking for the perfect venue this summer? Whether you’re planning a birthday celebration, baby shower, graduation party, private event, workshop, meeting, pop-up shop, rehearsal, or community gathering, the A.P.T. Annex has the space for you.

For a Limited Time Only — Through September 30

✨ Upstairs Event Hall
$800 • 4 Hours

✨ Downstairs Event Space (All White Room)
$600 • 4 Hours

Your rental includes:
✔ Tables & Chairs
✔ Spacious Layouts
✔ Sound Capability
✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi
✔ Private Restroom
✔ Flexible Setup Options

Don’t miss this limited-time opportunity to host your next event at one of Jamaica, Queens’ premier cultural venues. Reserve your date before the Summer Special ends!

Contact:
[email protected]