Live : Work : Dream

Located in Highland Lake, NY, two hours from New York City in the southwestern Catskill Mountains, the NACL complex includes the performance and rehearsal hall and adjacent artist residence. Both facilities are available to rent for long or short-term retreats. The grounds include a private yard and two wooded acres, providing opportunities to work or relax outdoors.

A short walk across the street leads to the shore of Highland Lake, accessible to all who stay at NACL. There are also lovely walking and biking roads surrounding the retreat center, and a number of hiking paths and swimming holes accessible by car.

In addition to artistic pursuits, the grounds and buildings have also supported yoga and martial arts retreats, as well as several beautiful weddings: ceremony, reception, and guest accommodations. If you're looking for a country spot with character, the space awaits in Highland Lake.

Rehearse

The NACL performance hall is also available to local and visiting artists for rehearsal space. Please contact us for rates and scheduling.

THE THEATRE

Once a Franciscan church, this historic building has been converted into an open space, with beautiful 36' x 72' wooden floors, lofty, arched, pressed tin ceilings, and all the amenities of a professional theatre. The space is perfect for rehearsals, meetings, workshops, and performances.

LAKEWOOD HOUSE

Located next door to the theatre, the 1920’s gambrel-style residence was once a summer resort hotel in the heyday of the Catskills vacation era. Newly renovated, the NACL artistic and administrative home, boasts a large, fully-equipped kitchen, a common room, a wrap-around porch, outdoor eating areas, and 12 single and double occupancy bedrooms.