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Apollo Theater, Gives An Update Regarding The Global Coronavirus Epidemic

Dear Apollo Family, As we monitor the impact of COVID-19 (coronavirus) around the world, we want to ensure you that the health and well-being of our audience, artists, and staff are always our highest priority.Continue reading

Harlem’s Leslie Uggams, Lynn Whitfield And Others Are Blue At The Apollo Theater

Today, producers Brian Moreland, Ron Simons, Eric Falkenstein, Mike Jackson and singer John Legend announced complete casting for Blue.Continue reading

Carlos Santana, Buddy Guy, And Wendy Oxenhorn Honored At The Apollo Theater In Harlem

Legendary guitarists Carlos Santana and Buddy Guy and the Jazz Foundation of America's Vice-Chair and Founding Director Wendy Oxenhorn will be feted on April 14, 2020.Continue reading

Harlem’s Apollo Theater Launches New Commissioning Initiative Dedicated To Diverse Artists

The Apollo Theater announced today its first multi-work commissioning initiative dedicated to the creation of a diverse, 21st-century American performing arts canon, Apollo New Works. Continue reading

Pearl Jam Announces Special Performance At The Apollo Theatre In Harlem

SiriusXM has announced that Pearl Jam will perform at Harlem’s world-famous Apollo Theater for a special invitation-only concert for SiriusXM subscribers and Pandora listeners on Thursday, March 26, 2020.Continue reading

The Park Avenue Armory And National Black Theatre Present 100 Years |100 Women

Park Avenue Armory, with lead partner National Black Theatre, today announced it has invited ten New York City-based cultural institutions to join 100 Years |100 Women.Continue reading

Apollo Theater Kicks Off Black History Month With A Free Open House In Harlem

This February, the world-famous Apollo Theater will kick off Black History Month with Apollo Open House: Celebration of Cool on Saturday, February 1st, 2020, from 1 p.m. – 6.p.m., to celebrate and explore the rich history of the Theater as it continues the legacy of Black History.Continue reading

“The Strategic King: MLK’s Visionary Leadership” Celebration At The Apollo In Harlem

WNYC and the Apollo Theater will present WNYC’s 14^th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration, “The Strategic King: MLK’s Visionary Leadership,” as part of the Apollo’s Uptown Hall series, on Sunday, January 12 at 3pm. Continue reading

Harlem Legendary Howard “Sandman” Sims 1917 – 2003 (Video)

Howard "Sandman" Sims January 24, 1917 – May 20, 2003, was an African-American tap dancer who began his career in vaudeville. Continue reading

Stars Compete To Be “Super Top Dog” At Apollo Amateur Night For Grand Prize In Harlem

On Wednesday, November 27, 2019 the world-famous Apollo Theater will hold the Grand Finale of Amateur Night at the Apollo for the 2019-2020 season. Continue reading

Between The World And Me At The Apollo Theater In Harlem

The legendary Apollo Theater announces additional casting for the encore production of the critically acclaimed staged adaptation of Ta-Nehisi Coates’ Between the World and Me on Friday, October 25, running through Monday, October 28, 2019. Continue reading

Oprah Winfrey To Join Ta-Nehisi Coates At The Apollo Theater Tonight In Harlem

The Apollo Theater announced today that media mogul Oprah Winfrey will join critically acclaimed writer, artist and thinker Ta-Nehisi Coates tonight as he begins his national book tour for his latest work, The Water Dancer, on the world-famous Apollo stage.Continue reading

Take The A-Train, 4 Most Iconic Venues In Harlem

As Duke Ellington sang, taking the A train is the quickest way to Harlem. But once there, where do you go if you want a taste of the neighborhood’s history? Continue reading

Harlem’s Mama Foundation, Tommy Hilfiger And Zendaya Bring Fashion Party To Harlem

Tommy Hilfiger never shies away from spectacle when it comes to his runway shows, and his return to New York Fashion Week 2019 after several years was no exception.Continue reading

National Tour And Encore Engagement Of Apollo’s Staged Adaptation Of Ta-Nehisi Coates’ And More

The Apollo Theater today announced details of its 2019 fall season, featuring a myriad of music, dance, and theater performances and film screenings that expand the nonprofit theater’s role as a partner, commissioner, and co-producer of programming that articulates African American narratives.Continue reading