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MOME unveiled a new PSA video, “Make it in NY,” featuring well-known NYC based filmmakers -- Darren Aronofsky, John Krasinski, Spike Lee, Natasha Lyonne, Amy Schumer and Celine Song -- on why they believe NYC to be the greatest location in the world for filming.
MOME and NYC Parks announced the 2026 schedule for the beloved ‘Movies Under the Stars’ series, which brings over 300 free screenings to parks across all five boroughs from spring through fall. Details are here.
The second NYC Video Game Festival took place on May 9, 2026, and included the annual Mayor’s Cup Minecraft Education Battle of the Boroughs Esports Final between NYC Public School students, NY State Collegiate Esports Competition, gaming and educational expo, cosplay, and more. Highlights here.
TV/FILM
Everything you need to know about filming in the greatest city in the world.
THEATRE
The heart & soul of NYC, we support our entire theatre and live performance community.
MUSIC
The birthplace of Hip Hop, Salsa, Punk Disco and more... the City of NY loves Music.
DIGITAL GAMES
NYC is committed to being a global hub for the digital games industry.
Education & Training
Made in NY PA Training Program
Providing skills training and placement into entry-level positions in film/TV.
Theatrical Workforce Development Program
Offers a six-week intensive in safety, workforce readiness, and skills for technical theatre careers.
Sound Thinking NYC
Designed to leverage teenagers' passion for popular music to lead them towards viable career paths.
Made in NY Animation Project
Offering NYC youth the opportunity to engage in storytelling, technical skills in 3D computer animation, and paid internships.
Reports & Studies
NYC Film and Television Industry Economic Impact Study 2021
Finds NYC's TV/film supports supports 185,000 jobs, $18.1B in wages & $81.6B in total economic output.
ALL NEW YORK'S A STAGE: NYC Small Theater Industry Cultural and Economic Impact Study
Calls attention to the vibrance of the small theater community.
Music Industry Economic Impact Study
Reveals that NYC's music industry supports 60,000 jobs, $5B in wages, and generates $21B in economic output
2021 NYC Digital Games Industry Economic Impact Study
Finds that NYC's digital games supports 7,600 jobs, $762M in wages & $2B in total economic output.