Events & Calendar
Community events, workshops, showcases, and open houses — check back for what's coming up next.
Our next workshop or community night hasn't been announced yet — but the space is busy every week. Weekly classes run Monday through Saturday, and events are announced on Instagram @183houseofbeats first.
7:30 PM — Embodied Movements & Sound Healing Journey with Elika Hirano
8:30 PM — Groove & Sensuality Workshop with Laura Vechot
9:30 PM — DJ set with Miss.Gypsy: dance under the full moon
Bring a mat or blanket.
Suggested donation $20–40 · No one turned away for lack of funds
Questions or RSVP: contact form or houseofbeats183@gmail.com
WellnessA 2v2 all styles battle hosted by CocoMotion and Kamaal, judged by Cebo NXGN, with DJ ZeMotion on the decks. Bring a partner or find one at the event — or just come watch. It's the Halloween edition: costumes are optional, but sooo fun.
$20 entry to watch and/or battle
Questions or sign-up: contact form or houseofbeats183@gmail.com
Battle Judge flyerSemester enrollment is also open for our After School Programs — Martial Arts (Mondays 3:00–4:15 PM, Sep 21 – Dec 14, pickup from Arts and Letters) and Hip Hop (Wednesdays 3:00–4:15 PM, Sep 23 – Dec 16, pickup from PS 305). The Magic of Gardening returns in Spring 2027 — join the interest list. See details on the Programs page →
An evening sound bath with alchemy artist Elika Hirano under the full moon. Lie back, rest, and let the singing bowls do the work.
Suggested donation $25–35 at the door · No one turned away
WellnessJoin us for an immersive evening of movement, rhythm, sensuality, and sound. Parisian dancer and pedagogue Laura Vechot leads Groove & Sensuality, blending spine-centered movement, footwork, rhythm, Neo-Soul and House into an energizing journey of freedom and release. Alchemy artist Elika Hirano guides embodied movement and a restorative sound journey designed to deepen presence, release emotions, and reconnect with your authentic self.
Embodied Movement 20 min · Groove & Sensuality 1 hr · Sound Journey 40 min
Led by Christina "CocoMotion" Smith — NYC native, teaching artist, and founder and artistic director of NuTribe Dance Company. Build the foundations of Waacking: posing, arm control, musicality, and attitude. Coco holds an M.A. in Dance Education from Hunter College and has performed at the Apollo Theater, Madison Square Garden, SummerStage Central Park, and the Guggenheim. No experience necessary — all levels welcome.
Hosted by Sensei Kamaal Davis, featuring Sifu Frankie Gonzalez and Shihan Vernon Johnson. A hands-on afternoon drawing on Wing Chun, Kunto, Karate, and Kickboxing — practical technique taught by instructors who have spent their lives in the arts. Come for one session or stay for both. No prior training required, and every level is welcome.
Sound bath led by Elika Hirano, collage workshop led by Yana Toyber.
WorkshopAn evening of house music featuring La Monz and Professa Prince. No cover — $5–$10 suggested donation goes directly to paying the DJs.
MusicHosted by 36 Chambaz of Stylz, featuring Shan S and Brooklyn Terry. $20 entry. Held in memory of Marjory Smarth and those we've lost.
MusicPresented by B-Boy Swag and Jaze-Art Remote. Cypher King and Cypher Queen crowned. $10 general entry, $20 includes food and battle entry.
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