NEW YORK — There is a historic project under construction in Inwood, a new theater highlighting and supporting the work of immigrants in New York.

The People’s Theatre Project is behind the new Immigrant Research and Performing Arts Center.

On Wednesday, Gov. Kathy Hochul and other leaders celebrated the ground breaking at West 206th Street and Ninth Avenue and revealed the name — “Centro Cultural Immigrante.”

The higher floors of the proposed structure will be used for housing, officials said.

Broadway composer and star Lin-Manuel Miranda is lending support to the project.

“This is a joyous day because this is a real dream come true for the many artists who grew up in Washington Heights and Inwood, and now will get to make theater in the actual neighborhood where they live,” Miranda said.

“This is a place, when this all is said and done, that will magically transform this venue into a place where dreams do come true,” Hochul added.

The Immigrant Research and Performing Arts Center is expected to open in 2026, and host everything from live music to film screenings and community events.