Aretha Franklin, “The Queen Of Soul,” 1942 – 2018 (Video)
Aretha Louise Franklin (March 25, 1942 – August 16, 2018) was an American singer and songwriter.
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Carl Cofield Named Associate Artistic Director Of The Classical Theatre Of Harlem
The Classical Theatre of Harlem (CTH) is proud to announce the appointment of Carl Cofield as Associate Artistic Director.
Harlem’s Thelma Golden And Others Honor Ailey Founder On 60th Anniversary
When Alvin Ailey and a small group of African-American modern dancers first took the stage in 1958, appearing at New York City’s 92nd Street Y, the engagement was for one night only—but it turned out to be the start of a new era in the performing arts.
Harlem’s Fabulous Ruby Dee, 1922 – 2014 (Video)
Ruby Dee, born Ruby Ann Wallace, October 27, 1922 – June 11, 2014, was an American actress, poet, playwright, screenwriter, journalist and civil rights activist.
Theodore Stent, Harlem Doctor, Columbia Faculty Member, And Investor Passes
Theodore “Teddy” Robert Stent, M.D., passed away peacefully at 94 years of age on April 29, 2018, surrounded by his cherished wife Jean and his loving family reports a source.
“Nina And Me” Ledisi Celebrates The Fabulous Nina Simone At The Apollo In Harlem
The Apollo Theater will present a special one night only concert celebrating artist, activist and Apollo legend Nina Simone with Nina and Me: Ledisi Celebrates Nina Simone Live at the Apollo.
The Winners Of The 49th NAACP Image Awards (Red Carpet Photographs)
The winners of the 49th NAACP Image Awards were announced tonight during the live broadcast from the Pasadena Civic Auditorium which aired on TV One (see complete winners list below).
Harlem’s Danny Glover To Receive The 49th NAACP Image Awards, President’s Award
The NAACP announced today that actor, producer and humanitarian, Harlem resident Danny Glover will be presented with the NAACP “President’s Award” at the 49th NAACP Image Awards on Monday, January 15, 2018 LIVE at 9pm/8c on TV One.
49th NAACP Image Awards New Date In 2018
The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) and TV One, a television network dedicated to the best of black culture and entertainment, today announced that the 49th NAACP Image Awards will be nationally telecast live on TV One on Monday, January 15, 2018.
Apollo Holidays With Yolanda Adams, Donnie McClurkin, Amateur Night Holiday Special
This December, the Apollo Theater will celebrate the holidays with offerings for the entire family. Holidays at the Apollo is designed to celebrate culture, music, and community during the festive season.
Congratulations To New Heritage Executive Artistic Director Jamal Joseph
Jamal Joseph Executive Artistic director/co-founder of IMPACT REPERTORY THEATRE has been named the 2017 recipient of the Paul Robeson CITATION AWARD by Actors’ Equity Foundation and Actors’ Equity Association.
Harlem’s Tupac Amaru Shakur 1971 – September 13, 1996 (Video)
Tupac Amaru Shakur June 16, 1971 – September 13, 1996, also known by his stage names 2Pac and briefly as Makaveli, was an American rapper and actor.
The Life And Style Of Harlem’s Fatima B
Voque magazine reports that in some ways menswear styling was a natural fit for Fatima B. The fashion powerhouse—who has helped to shape the looks of Wiz Khalifa, The Weeknd, and D.R.A.M.—first fell in love with menswear thanks to her father.
Congrats, Monique Martin New Director Of Programming At Harlem-Based Biz Harlem Stage
Harlem Stage is proud to announce the arrival of its new Director of Programming, Monique Martin.
Harlem’s Schomburg At The 5th Anniversary Afro-Latino Festival Of New York
The Afro-Latino Festival of New York returns for its 5th edition on the weekend of July 7 and 8, 2017, with a Tribute to Women of the Diaspora.