Harlem School of the Arts

Harlem School of the Arts offers dance, drama, media and design, music, and a preparatory program. Dance includes Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, and Afro-Caribbean styles. Drama includes Theatre, Musical Theatre, and On-Camera Acting. Media and Design includes drawing, painting, illustration, animation, filmmaking, comics, game design, and digital media. Music offers private lessons and group instruction.

Programs

• Dance — Ages 4–7; Ages 8–12; Ages 13–17 · HSA Dance includes Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Hip-Hop, Contemporary, and Afro-Caribbean styles. Early Childhood classes serve ages 4–7; Levels 1–2 serve ages 8–12; Levels 3–5 serve ages 13–17.
• Drama — Ages 5–7; Ages 8–13 · HSA Drama includes Theatre, Musical Theatre, and On-Camera Acting. Junior Stars is for ages 5–7; Rising Stars is for ages 8–13.
• Media & Design — Ages 6–11; Ages 11–18; Ages 14–18 · HSA Media & Design includes drawing, painting, illustration, animation, filmmaking, comics, game design, and digital media.
• Music — HSA Music offers private lessons and group instruction in music.
• Preparatory Program — Ages 12–18 · A pre-professional program for ages 12–18.

At a glance

• Ages: 4–18 years old
• General schedule: HSA’s academic program generally runs in two 16-week terms. Some Drama offerings meet for one term, while full-year performance and Prep Track classes continue across both terms.

About the provider

Harlem School of the Arts says it empowers youth life through interdisciplinary arts training that celebrates the rich complexity of its community. It also says it serves community members through public programs annually and describes itself as arts education, performances, and creative community in Harlem.

• Friday, November 13 Parents’ Night Out at HSA — Get tickets
• Wednesday, November 18 HSA Dancers Open for the Rockettes! — See our students perform at 6:45 PM before the 7:00 PM show.

What families say

“This program has helped me to grow as a dancer and gain confidence in my ability to dance. My technique has improved a great deal. I have learned to focus and sharpen my style. The staff continues to choreograph challenging routines which help to propel me to another level.” — Alexandra F.

“The dance department at Harlem School of the Arts changed my life. I attended HSA’s Summer dance intensive in 2022 and never left! The teachers are amazing, and the atmosphere is inspiring. It’s not just about dance; it’s about finding yourself and belonging to a supportive community. I’m grateful for everything this school has given me.” — Skylah W.

“The drawing classes at HSA are fun and help me develop my art skills. I like that I am getting help for my portfolio for art high school. It was great to be part of the Fashion Week Brooklyn and see design ideas come to life.” — Maddie T.

Last updated November 7, 2026.