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 an Harlem World 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 an Harlem World Insider – 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 an Harlem World 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 an Harlem World Insider – Sign-Up For 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 an Harlem World Continue Reading →
