Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac on the border of Bushwick and Ridgewood against a backdrop of residential, industrial, and commercial properties, this former dairy plant has played many roles since it was built in 1931—and now, we are proud to call it North Brooklyn’s home for new performance.
The Bushwick Starr purchased this single-story 5000 sq ft warehouse to transform into a cutting-edge performing arts facility, projected to open in 2024. Located just one block from the L train, the new Starr will become a permanent cultural asset for the neighborhood to which we’re dedicated.
The Starr’s Permanent Home was acquired with Matt Hopkins and Jane Brody of Vicus Partners, with financing from The New York Pooled PRI Fund managed by SeaChange Capital Partners, legal services from Blank Rome LLP and Ken Gordon Esq., invaluable guidance from Randi Berry and Paul Leibowitz of IndieSpace, and rigorous collaboration with Lucy Jackson, and will be designed and constructed by architect Peter Zuspan of Bureau V and project managers About The Work. The Starr Campaign for a Permanent Home & Flourishing Future was developed with support from P.S.314.
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