Gladys Bentley’s Mona’s Club 440, Harlem, 1942 (video)
The advertisement above if for Mona’s Club 440 in 1942, with the explicit use of the word “gay” featured prominently. Become a Harlem insider – Sign-Up for our Newsletter!
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Harlem’s Gladys Bentley, “America’s Greatest Sepia Piano Player” 1920’s, (video)
The amazing Gladys Bentley (August 12, 1907 – January 18, 1960) was an American blues singer during the beginning of Harlem’s Renaissance in the 1920’s. Become a Harlem insider – Sign-Up Continue Reading →
Hi-ARTS Urban Arts Incubator Announces Fall 2021 Artists-in-Residence In East Harlem
In a year of resilience, growth, and joyful celebration of its 20th anniversary, Hi-ARTS — an urban arts incubator that has helped develop acclaimed works of art from creators. Become Continue Reading →
133rd Street, “Swing Street,” The Start And Development Of The Harlem Renaissance 1933-1945
Following the repeal of Prohibition in 1933, 52nd Street replaced 133rd street as “Swing Street” of the community of Harlem. Become a Harlem insider – Sign-Up for our Newsletter!
Unveiling Of 125th Street Harlem Renaissance 2.0 Banners Celebrating Same Gender Love
As we celebrate the Centennial of the Harlem Renaissance differently, The Gatekeepers Collective (TGC), a Harlem-based non-profit presents Harlem Renaissance 2.0 Banners. Become a Harlem insider – Sign-Up for our Continue Reading →
Downtown Sings Uptown With Songs From Gay Harlem At The Kaufman Music Center
This unique event, features rarities, 21st century premieres, and well-known works by Harlem’s Bessie Smith, Gladys Bentley, Billy Strayhorn, Porter Grainger and songs popularized by Alberta Hunter, Ethel Waters, and Continue Reading →
Join The Harlem Renaissance 100 Community Celebration 2019
Harlem One Stop, a destination marketing organization, and tour operator in Harlem, and the Harlem Cultural Collaborative Partners will kick-off the Harlem Renaissance 100 community celebration. Become a Harlem insider Continue Reading →