HW Pick: Ailey II’s NY Season At The Ailey Citigroup Theater

Ailey II’s “indefatigable, virtuosic, and relentlessly sexy” dancers (Los Angeles Times) return to the Ailey Citigroup Theater with two programs of premieres and returning audience favorites. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can…

Souleo: R&B Groups, SWV And Silk Navigate Ageism And Music Politics

By Souleo 1992 was a pivotal year for R&B groups, SWV (Sisters With Voices) and Silk, respectively. Both released their debut albums that year to critical and commercial success. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World…

Gale Brewer To Host Black History Month Reception In Harlem

Manhattan Borough President Gale A. Brewer will host a reception and film screening recognizing the work of Harlem photographers on Monday, Feb. 29, in celebration of Black History Month. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World…

East Harlem’s James A. Luisi 1928 – 2002

James A. Luisi was born on November 2, 1928, in Harlem, he was an American professional basketball player and actor. Luisi is perhaps best known for his role as Lt. Doug Chapman during Seasons 3 through 6 of the television series The Rockford Files. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe…

‘The Poet Of Harlem’ Abiodun Oyewole Harlem (video)

We love  this conversation with The Poet of Harlem, Abiodun Oyewole, his stories of Harlem are price less. The video below is from the folks at Harlem Cultural Archives in Harlem, New York. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive…

Season Finale Of ‘AfroPoP’ Concludes With Journey Of Hope

Season eight of AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange—the nation’s only documentary series about life, art and culture across the African Diaspora—concludes with two stories of hope, hope inspired by youth. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem…

How To Protect More Than Your Heart This Valentine’s Day

There may be no worse feeling than having your heart broken, especially on Valentine’s Day with Mr. and Ms. Right from Harlem to Harare.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant…

Weather: Get Ready, The Coldest February 14th In 100 Years

The forecast is Netflix. Oh my gosh, are you ready? It’s time. Really freezing temperatures have finally descended upon New York, and that bitter chill will only worsen as the long weekend settles in. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to…

HW Pick: All The Places To Get Free Stuff During NY Fashion Week

New York Fashion Week 2016 officially kicked off on Thursday with Nicholas K at 9am, but don’t worry if you find yourself without an invite. There are still plenty of ways for you to get in on the action — and, just like stalking it-girls, it’s totally gratis. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s)…

Seitu’s World: Apollo Open House In Harlem

Photographs By Seitu Oronde On Saturday, February 6th and Sunday, February 7th, 2016, the Apollo Theater had its Open House: Arts & Activism and The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine.…

Is Harlem Becoming The New Gallery District In NYC?

Call it the art-world circle of life: Gallery neighborhoods become too crowded and expensive for galleries to remain, forcing them to move to less expensive, more off-the-beaten-path parts of town—which then become too crowded and expensive for galleries to remain. And so it goes. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to…

The Timelessness Of The Photographs Of Kamoinge In Harlem

In 1963, the Kamoinge Workshop produced their first portfolio of photographs taken by members who made up the group. The portfolio included a statement that read: “The Kamoinge Workshop represents fifteen black photographers whose creative objectives reflect a concern for truth about the world, about society and about themselves.” Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for…

Target’s Adding Gender-Neutral Decor In Its Harlem Store

Get ready East Harlem, Target knows that the best way to its customers’ hearts (you) — and wallets — is through listening and providing what they want. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You…

Harlem’s Students Learn About Medicine In Harlem

Fifty Harlem high schools students gathered at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine (TouroCOM) last week, where they viewed multiple medical procedures and gained hands-on experience through interactive displays at a fair designed to expose them to the world of science and medical careers. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem…

Cocktails, Cinema & Revolution At Raw Space In Harlem

Cocktails, Cinema & Revolution, is a Black History Month celebration of Black excellence, artistry, activism and independent film.Our Revolution Award honorees include Oscar-nominated director of Selma Ava DuVernay, Eclipsed playwright and The Walking Dead actress Danai Gurira, author/actor/activist Hill Harper of Limitless and CSI-NY, MSNBC’s Melissa Harris-Perry, and Black Lives Matter. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our…