Three days of classes, jams, and movement research in Lower Manhattan Cultural Council’s stunning 6,000 sq ft Upper Gallery on Governors Island. Featuring teachers Paul Singh (NYC), Bradley Teal Ellis (NYC), Hayley Gawthrop (Canada), and Anna Vilhelmine Wallin (Sweden). Celebrating Contact Improvisation in NYC — the birthplace of Contact Improvisation!

Just minutes from Manhattan, the island feels like another world—wide open green space and lots of room to move and play. Panoramic views of New York Harbor, the skyline, and the Statue of Liberty.

May 29–31, 2026
Governors Island, NYC

TIMES
Friday, May 29, 10:00am - 10:00pm
Saturday, May 30, 10:00am - 10:00pm
Sunday, May 31, 10:00am - 2:00pm

PRICE
Full Festival $250+
Day Passes $50+
Student discount available
 

REGISTRATION: nyccifest.com