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Mama Foundation for the Arts Gospel singers, choirs and choruses
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Saxophonist Reggie Woods

Photo Credits:
G.N. Miller 

Left: Reggie Woods in Let Me Off In Harlem, April 2003, New York City

Right: Three members of New Harlem Gospel Singers featured in Let Me Off In Harlem

Mama's News


Click here for the latest news about Mama Foundation's performances, productions, concerts, workshops, classes and auditions.

Mission Statement

Inspired by international tours of Mama, I Want to Sing which visited Europe, Japan, and the United States, Vy Higginsen created the Mama Foundation for the Arts (MFA) in 1998. The show helped re-establish Harlem as a world artistic and cultural center.

Choir Scene from Sing Harlem Sing!

Choir scene from Sing Harlem Sing! featuring Dejahnee Richardson, 2009. Photo credit: G.N. Miller.

Off-Broadway Harlem
Sing Harlem Sing!

Vy’s vision for Off-Broadway Harlem is being realized in our new show, Sing Harlem Sing! Performances resume Saturday, October 10, 2009 at the new Dempsey Theater with music from the radio and music from the church.

 

Our Notices

For Mama, I Want to Sing

"One of the best plays in 1984."
—Time Magazine

"Mama, I Want to Sing gave audiences a good ol’ fashioned hand-clapping, foot stomping time!"
—Los Angeles Daily Trojan

Vy Higginsen's School for Gospel, Jazz and R&B Arts

Vy Higginsen's School for Gospel, Jazz and R&B Arts trains talented singers, musicians, and arrangers. We help develop singers’ vocal power and stage presence as well as teach a substantial musical repertoire. Participants have the opportunity to develop the habits and attitudes that create success in any endeavor.

Click here to learn more about the school.

Mama Foundation Traveling Theater

We have a variety of shows that travel easily. These shows may be custom-tailored to your needs, budgets, and demographics. Promotional media kits are available upon request.

Click here to learn more about the traveling theater.

Contact Us

Mama Foundation for the Arts
149 West 126th Street
New York, NY 10027
Phone (212) 280-1045
Fax (212) 280-5028

 

Three gospel singers in orange satin choir robes

Giving Is Receiving

The Mama Foundation for the Arts welcomes your tax deductible donation. Your contribution supports our mission, which is to keep the legacy of gospel, jazz, and R&B Arts alive and growing.The MFA is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.

Please send your donation to:
The Mama Foundation for the Arts
149 West 126th Street
New York, NY 10027

Give Online

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Receive a free CD from our store with donations of $50.00 or more.

Internet special: patrons making a donation of $100.00 or more will receive a CD signed by Vy Higginsen.

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