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Initiatives
TV/Film
This program offers qualified film and television productions with free co-branded advertising opportunities in the #1 media market in the country. "Made in NY" productions are projects where at least 75% of the film was produced in New York City.
As the first sustainability program for the film and television industry in the United States administered by a government agency, NYC Film Green is a voluntary program that enables productions engaging in environmentally-conscious practices to apply for and receive recognition for their efforts.
New York City Public School Film Festival
The New York City Public School Film Festival was created to provide an opportunity for students to have their work recognized and consider careers in filmmaking.
Theatre
The annual collection of world-class public performances and innovative industry gatherings taking place throughout the month of January at various NYC venues
Live Performance Industry Council
Created to develop strategies to drive inclusive growth in the sector, support the city’s creative economy, and ensure the industry recovers beyond pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels
The extension of the pilot that Seats has begun with Roundabout Theatre Company and the New Victory Theater—a leading Broadway theater and a prestigious Off-Broadway institution presenting work for kids and families—to make mainstream performances welcoming to audience members on the autism spectrum.
"Made in NY" Fund for New Theatrical Works
In collaboration with New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA), MOME will provide the funds to New Georges to support three new artist-led theatrical projects to be produced in partnership with other NYC theatres, totaling $150,000.
MOME is partnering with GalaPro, a first-of-its-kind mobile app, to revolutionize the theatre-going experience, particularly for the deaf, hard of hearing, low vision, and blind communities. To foster greater access to theatrical performances for all New Yorkers, MOME will be providing up to $100,000 to cover the cost of installing GalaPro software in qualifying off-Broadway, not-for-profit, and independent theatres throughout New York City.
Music
Every June is New York Music Month, the official New York City celebration of the most diverse music scene in the world. In partnership with NY is Music, we present events across all five boroughs, including free concerts, workshops, walking tours, and resources for musicians, industry professionals, students, and music fans.
With funds from MOME and the Economic Development Corporation, BerkleeNYC was born by preserving and modernizing the historic Power Station Studios, the last recording studio in New York able to accommodate a full orchestra or live Broadway cast album recording.This facility also allows Berklee to expand its vision of nurturing the world's most promising musicians while engaging in meaningful community outreach.
Digital Games
Celebrates New York City's booming digital games community featuring marquee events, expos, tournaments, exhibits, workshops, and programs across all five boroughs from June – September 2025.
NYC Video Game Festival
The first-ever NYC Video Game Festival is a one-of-a-kind celebration of gaming that will bring together students, teachers, families, gamers, developers, tech enthusiasts, and industry professionals for a full day of interactive experiences. The festival will feature the 3rd year of the Mayor’s Cup Battle of the Boroughs Minecraft Challenge Final, a grade K-12 scholastic esports competition that prompts borough champion teams to build a more sustainable, future-ready New York City. The day will also include a collegiate esports tournament featuring CUNY, SUNY, and NYC private college teams playing Fortnite® and Valorant®. The digital games expo is also expanding this year to include indie game demos, a free play area with console and PC games, classic arcade, robotics showcase, cosplay showdown, and more
2021 NYC Digital Games Industry Economic Impact Study
Details specifics on the digital games sector's significance and contribution to New York City's economy. Major findings of the report conclude that in 2020 the industry supported 7,600 jobs, $762 million in wages, and $2 billion in economic output.
CCNY Gaming Pathways
Includes opportunities for high school students in Harlem, Upper Manhattan and the South Bronx to pursue a bachelor’s degree in digital game design and prepare for future careers in New York City’s rapidly growing digital gaming industry.
Game Development Industry Council
Advises the city's policies and programs in the games development sector. The first-ever Council is made up of various leaders from the industry, including digital game publishers, studios, vr/ar creators, financiers, as well as educators and trade organization representatives.