New York on Film: Beat Street

When: Saturday, December 14, 2024, 2:00pm
Price: General Admission $15, Members $10
Tickets
The image shows two scenes from the movie Beat Street. On the left is a poster with the title in graffiti-style text, featuring a smiling young woman and other characters. The tagline reads, "Takin' the beat to the streets!" On the right, a character stands in a graffiti-covered subway tunnel with a sign above him reading, "Don't Miss the New Year's Eve Blast Off at the Roxy.
Beat Street (1984). Courtesy Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios Inc.

Don't miss this screening of Beat Street (Stan Lathan, 1984,106 mins), a vibrant celebration of hip-hop culture that debuted 40 years ago. Set against the holiday season and culminating on New Year's Eve, this iconic film captures the heart of 1980s New York City, featuring cameos from hip-hop legends, showcasing the artistry of breakdancing, graffiti art, DJing, and MCing that defined an era. Discover the rhythms, stories, and energy that made Beat Street a groundbreaking piece of New York cinema. 

This screening is presented in collaboration with our upcoming exhibition Above Ground: Art from the Martin Wong Graffiti Collection.

Stay tuned for updates on guest speakers and more. 



Watch the Trailer:



Event Logistics (subject to changed based on NYC regulations):

  • Please contact programs@mcny.org with any questions or ticketing issues.
  • All sales are final; refunds not permitted. Exchanges and credit for future programs only. Programs and dates may be subject to change. 

For any questions please contact programs@mcny.org 

Members: To receive your discount, click on the "Buy Tickets" button above, then sign in to your account on the ticketing page.

Groups of 10 or more get discounts; contact us at programs@mcny.org or 917.492.3395.

Accessibility: Assistive listening devices are available and our auditorium wheelchair lift can accommodate manual and motorized wheelchairs (max. capacity 500 lbs). Please contact the Museum at 917.492.3333 or info@mcny.org with any questions.

George LEE Quiñones, Breakfast at Baychester, 1977, Ink on paper

Related Exhibition - November 22, 2024 - August 10, 2025

Above Ground: Art from the Martin Wong Graffiti Collection

Enter a window into a vibrant subculture of young creators and highlights previously unseen treasures from the Museum’s major collection of graffiti-based art.

sponsors

New York on Film is part of our ongoing Moonlight & Movies series, made possible in part by Sophia and Peter J. Volandes

More Upcoming Events

See All Events
Join MCNY!

Want free or discounted tickets, special event invites, and more?

Join Us