programs
Six interconnected program strands under one roof, designed to attract artists, audiences, and partners
Magnet Model
El Consulado's integrated programs approach allows for cross-pollination between disciplines, encourages experimentation, and creates multiple entry points for engagement.
All programs promote collaboration and experimentation. This shared infrastructure mentality creates a vibrant ecosystem where artists across disciplines can connect, collaborate, and create innovative work together.
Strands
Our six program strands work together to create a dynamic cultural ecosystem that engages diverse audiences and supports Venezuelan artists at various stages of their creative process
Contemporary Arts
Curated exhibitions, artist residencies, and public installations that showcase contemporary art from Venezuelan artists. Our visual arts program emphasizes site-specific works that engage with our architectural space and foster dialogue on relevant cultural and social issues.
"Our gallery spaces are designed to be versatile, allowing for traditional exhibitions, immersive installations, and experimental presentations that challenge conventional display formats."
Performing Arts
Site-specific theater, dance workshops, and micro-theater festivals that activate our spaces with a diverse range of performances. We present innovative local and international artists while providing a platform for emerging voices, with special emphasis on Venezuelan theater and dance traditions.
"Our black-box theater space can be configured in multiple ways to accommodate different types of presentations, from intimate performances to immersive theatrical experiences."
Music
New commissions, fusion ensembles, and soundscape interventions that celebrate the rich diversity of Venezuelan musical traditions. Our music program supports both traditional forms and contemporary innovations, creating space for experimentation and collaboration.
"Our performance spaces enable musicians to develop new work, collaborate across genres, and engage directly with audiences in intimate settings."
Cinema
Film screenings (short, feature, experimental), filmmaker residencies, panel discussions, and pop-up drive-ins that showcase Venezuelan cinema. Our cinematic arts program provides a platform for emerging filmmakers and creates dialogue around important social and cultural issues.
"Our screenings offer a dedicated space for film presentation, while our flexible spaces allow for innovative formats like outdoor screenings and immersive cinema experiences."
Interdisciplinary
Multimedia labs, digital-analog experiments, and culinary arts events that transcend traditional artistic boundaries. Our interdisciplinary program encourages innovation, risk-taking, and collaborative approaches that reflect the complexity and richness of contemporary cultural practice.
"Our workshop studios provide space for experimentation across disciplines, fostering unexpected collaborations and innovative approaches to art-making."
Publications
From zines and artist books to curated catalogues and experimental print formats, our publications extend the reach of El Consulado beyond physical spaces. Each edition is conceived as a platform for dialogue, distribution, and cultural exchange, amplifying the voices of Venezuelan creators—many of whom have long been forgotten or silenced—into tangible, shareable form.
"We see publishing not only as documentation, but as a form of artistic practice—one that connects readers, makers, and communities across borders."
Scope & Partnerships
Satellite Chapters
While born in New York City, El Consulado aims to maintain satellite chapters in Los Angeles, Miami, Mexico City, Caracas, and Paris, each hosting synchronized exhibitions, performances, screenings, and workshops. These partnerships create an international network that amplifies the work of Venezuelan and Latin American artists globally.
Artist & Filmmaker Exchange Network
Our exchange network consists of two programs:
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Inbound Program
2-6 month NYC residencies for Latin American creatives, with travel grants and stipends to support their time in New York.
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Outbound Program
Placements for NYC-based artists and filmmakers at partner institutions abroad, culminating in joint showcases that bridge cultural contexts.