Helene Cohen

Director of Events and Experiences

Helene Cohen serves as Director of Community Engagement and Gallery Curator at Bergen Performing Arts Center in Englewood, New Jersey. Since joining bergenPAC in 2016, she has played a pivotal role in strengthening community connections and expanding access to the arts.

Through her leadership, the Arts Access Initiative has grown from partnerships with 11 organizations to more than 75, distributing over 50,000 tickets to underserved individuals and community groups. Her work reflects a deep commitment to inclusivity and ensuring that live performance is accessible to all.

In 2025, Helene conceived and launched The Marquee Club, a curated listening experience featuring world-class artists in an intimate, club-style setting designed for discerning music lovers. The series has quickly become a distinctive addition to bergenPAC’s programming.

As curator of the Sandy Bennett Art Gallery, Helene develops dynamic exhibitions that span internationally recognized artists—such as Young Mi Kim and Chuck Stewart—to community-centered projects that uplift emerging and young artists.

Beyond bergenPAC, Helene has been an active member of Theatre Within since 2010, serving as both a Board Member and Event Director. Her dedication to its mission is inspired by the enduring legacy of John Lennon, with a focus on promoting love, peace, and creative expression through the arts.