The Peoples' Voice Cafe
239 Thompson St, New York, NY 10012 / 212-787-3903

PVC is an alternative coffeehouse offering live and live-stream entertainment in New York City,
presenting folk, blues, jazz, rap, poetry, spoken word, storytelling, theater and dance since 1979.
We shine a spotlight on social issues and artists from underrepresented cultures.





Peoples Voice Cafe


Alcohol-free ~ Fully Wheelchair Accessible


Refreshments are back!


Masks are no longer required

  • We will continue to offer KN95 or other high quality masks to anyone who wants one.
  • We use three HEPA air purifiers within the Assembly Hall.
  • We offer livestream shows whenever possible.





  • Saturday, November 16, at 8pm:

    In Person Tickets        Livestream Tickets



    After the Election: Songs of Hope and Struggle
    A Benefit Concert for Peoples' Voice Cafe and People's Music Network NYC


    Celebrate hope, solidarity, and resistance in the aftermath of the 2024 election. Treat yourself to the creative energy of talented artists sharing their vision of what is and what can be in these troubled times. Each performer is a member of the New York City chapter of the People's Music Network, a nationally based organization of artists and activists using culture to advance social justice and a progressive agenda. Proceeds from the evening will go to both PMN NYC and the Peoples' Voice Cafe. Performers include Mario Cancel-Bigay, Judy Gorman, Dilson Hernandez, hot glue & the gun, Joel Landy, Chris Lang, Barry Oreck, Adele Rolider, Steve Suffet, and Erland Zygmuntowicz.

    Flyer

    [Note: Peter Yarrow's concert on this date has been canceled. We hope to reschedule him soon.]



    LOCATION:
    Judson Memorial Church
    Assembly Hall (not the main sanctuary on West 4th St.)
    239 Thompson Street, between West 3rd and West 4th Streets
    New York NY 10012

    TRANSPORTATION:

    to West 4th St./Washington Square - south exit
    Walk three blocks east to Thompson Street; turn left. (3 minutes)
    MAP

    SHOWTIMES:
    All shows start at 8 PM, Saturdays. Doors open at 7:15.
    No reservations, so come early to be assured a seat.

    ADMISSION:
    Suggested contribution: $20. Friends of PVC*: $12. Students & Youth: $12
    Folk Music Society of NY Members: $12. Judson Memorial Church Members: $12
    More if you choose, less if you can't. No one turned away for lack of money.
    * Friends of PVC include monthly sustainers, regular volunteers, Collective members,
    performers and people who donate at least $30.

    ACCESSIBILITY:
    Wheelchair accessible (including bathrooms). For info call 212-787-3903.




    Saturday, December 7, 2024, at 8pm:

    In Person Tickets        Livestream Tickets

    Photo by Susan Stava
    My Greenwich Village: Dave, Bob and Me
    Terri Thal in conversation with Steve Suffet

    A personal story of the 1960s Greenwich Village folk music world, told by the woman who was Bob Dylan's first manager and Dave Van Ronk's then-wife and manager. Terri Thal was an intrinsic member of that world. She hosted folk singers such as Tom Paxton, Phil Ochs, and Danny Kalb in her apartment. She was involved with socialist groups and the civil rights movement. Later, she merged her social justice commitment with her work for not-for-profit organizations. She is a fascinating speaker and has written a fascinating book. Tonight she'll be speaking with Old Fashioned Folk Singer Steve Suffet, who will perform a few songs from the era.
    About the Book

    This event is supported by The Folk Music Society of New York.


    Saturday, December 21, 2024, at 8pm:




    Kevin Allred
    Kevin Allred is an independent singer/songwriter based in Brooklyn, with an unlikely combination of influences spanning the women's singer/songwriter explosion of the 1990s and Lilith Fair, punk rock, outlaw Country, Woody Guthrie, Nina Simone, and Odetta. His songs peel back artifice - whether social, interpersonal, individual, or political - and cut to the core of our shared experience with earnest charm. He likes to say he plays "sad gay music for the end of the world," chock-full of humor and a whole lot of heart.
    kevinallred.com
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    "Shades of Blue"


    Plus one other performer to be announced!




    And coming up in 2025:

    Jan 4: Sally Campbell + Chris Brown

    Jan 18: Martin Luther King Day Celebration, featuring Chris Owens

    Feb 1: Lindsey Wilson + Jendog Lonewolf

    Feb 15: Rod MacDonald

    Mar 1: Tribute to Bev Grant, featuring DuPrée & others

    Mar 15: Charlie King + Rick Burkhardt

    Mar 29: Gina Forsyth + Reggie Harris

    Apr 5: Bernardo Palombo Tribute

    May 3: [to be announced]

    May 10: Paul Kaplan & Rod Sinclair + Open Mic [no livestream]

    May 17: Carolyn Hester with Karla & Amy Blume

    May 31: Jamie Anderson [+ one other to be announced]



    Help The Peoples' Voice Cafe!

    We are making great progress towards our fundraising goal!
    A heart-felt thanks to all who have contributed so far.
    If you can help, please click here.





    The Peoples' Voice Cafe is supported in part by the generosity of

    Judson Memorial Church

    The Folk Music Society of New York





    PVC Solidarity Statement Against Racism

    Peoples' Voice Cafe, started in 1979 by members of Songs of Freedom and Struggle, carries forward the vision of using songs and performing arts to support the struggle for peace and justice.

    All are impacted by the history and ongoing practice of systemic racism in this country and the continuing brutal murders of Black Americans by police.

    We stand in solidarity with Black Lives Matter, outraged by the many faces of racism found in education, healthcare, housing, jobs, poverty, criminal justice, and voting. All must be free to move about in the "land of the free" without suspicion, harassment, or arrest.

    Peoples' Voice Cafe stands committed to speak out, sing out, and work against racism, white supremacy, and indifference.