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


How to Watch Past Shows

Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 11am to 5pm!

 Porch Stomp on Governors Island



PVC returns to Governors Island this summer with a great lineup of some of our favorite performers.
Look for us at Site 8.

11:00 AM - 11:20 AM
Open stage for any PVC artist

11:20 AM - 11:40 AM
Adele Rolider

11:40 AM - 12:00 noon
Jenny Amanda Hurwitz

12:00 noon - 1:00 PM
Judy Gorman
Mario Cancel-Bigay
Sally Campbell

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Barry Oreck
Lindsey Wilson
Ruben Gonzalez

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Gary Allard
Joel Landy
Hilo

3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Pat Lamanna
Lydia Adams Davis
Sharleen Leahey

4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Steve Suffet
Nikki Nesbary
Bob Malenky and Barbara Rosica

porchstomp.com
facebook.com/porchstomp

Getting there:
You must have a ferry ticket to get onto Governors Island.
More Info


PVC IS LOCATED AT:
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)
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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.


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.



    • Our Fall Season begins September 19th!


    Sep 19: Val Kinzler + Violizzy Taub

    Sep 26: Songs of Freedom & Resistance Showcase with Judy Gorman + David Tarlo + Lindsey Wilson + Adele Rolider

    Oct 3: Cactus Rose NYC + Pamela Jean Agaloos

    Oct 10: Lisa Gutkin

    Oct 17: [To be announced]

    Oct 31: Reggie Harris + Pat Wictor

    Nov 7: After the Election: What Next? featuring Joel Landy and others

    Nov 14: A Cappella Vocal Night with Justin A. Weisler Perry + Hilo

    Nov 21: Queer Voices Night with Queer Voices Sung + HannahLuv

    Dec 5: Charlie King + Tret Fure

    Dec 12: Chris Tompkins & Friends

    Dec 19: hot glue & the gun + Sally Campbell





    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

    The Village Trip






    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.