OFA NYC Arts Trek

Explore creative careers in NYC during Spring Break.

The Office for the Arts and the Mignone Center for Career Success, in collaboration with the Harvard Club of New York Foundation, offered 12 students the opportunity to travel to New York City with OFA and MCS leadership over Spring Break, March 13–16, 2026. This inaugural excursion provided unique learning opportunities for students who are exploring careers in the performing arts. Join us in Spring 2027, when the focus will be on visual arts and writing careers.

This trip is carefully structured to include a variety of experiences, including:

Industry Speakers & Panel Discussions: Network with alumni and industry professionals as they share their career journeys and insights.
Dynamic Q&A Sessions: Engage directly with leaders from renowned organizations such as Lincoln Center, The Juilliard School, Perelman Performing Arts Center, and leading Broadway shows.
Backstage & Studio Tours: Get exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to theaters and creative workspaces.
Cultural Experiences: Attend live performances, exhibitions, rehearsals, and showcases.
Performance Opportunity: Perform during a live showcase at an alumni mixer.
Leisure and Exploration: Enjoy free time to discover the city alongside classmates and members of OFA and MCS.

This trip is made possible through the generous support of the Harvard Club of New York Foundation.

Key Dates

Spring 2027 Application Deadline

December 1, 2026 by 11:59pm

Follow-up Timeline

Notification to accepted students

December 14, 2026

Deadline to confirm participation

December 21, 2026

Information meeting (mandatory)

February 5, 2027

Guidelines

All undergraduate students in good academic standing are eligible to apply, with special consideration given to juniors and seniors. Students must commit to staying with the group for the entirety of the trip and attend all events. The OFA and MCS will cover the costs of travel round trip from Cambridge to NYC via train, three nights in a hotel (with two-person occupancy rooms), two meals a day, and entry to all events.

Apply Now

The Spring 2027 application form will be posted soon.

Application Form

Program Contact

Please reach out with any questions.

Alicia Anstead NF '08

anstead@fas.harvard.edu

Associate Director for Creative Productions

Alicia Anstead is a writer, editor, producer and educator. In addition to heading up programming for artist engagement with students, she is a member of the OFA Senior Management team, the producer of the annual Harvard Arts Festival and an instructor in...