Global Arts Live

Global Arts Live is a Cambridge-based nonprofit presenter that brings international music, contemporary dance and jazz from around the world to stages across Greater Boston. Instead of running a single hall, it books each artist into the setting that suits them, from intimate 200-seat clubs to 2,500-seat theaters, presenting more than 60 concerts a year in over 15 venues. Audiences can hear music from Mali, Ireland, South Africa, Brazil, India and Colombia without leaving the city.

Founded in 1990 and long known as World Music/CRASHarts, the organization adopted its current name in May 2019. Since its founding it has presented more than 800 artists from over 110 countries, debuted more than 225 artists in Greater Boston, premiered more than 145 contemporary dance works and drawn over a million audience members. It is now opening The Platform, a new performance venue in Kendall Square planned for fall 2026.

What to Know

• Every February, CRASHfest turns the House of Blues into a global music festival with more than 10 international acts.
• Members receive ticket discounts, and gift certificates are sold.
• Connie C. Chin is chief executive officer, and Maure Aronson is director of artistic programs.
• Educational and community programs accompany the concert season.
• It is a member of the Cambridge Chamber of Commerce and the Central Square Business Improvement District.