Harlem’s James Baldwin (1924 – 1987)

James Arthur Baldwin (August 2, 1924 – December 1, 1987) was an American novelist, essayist, playwright, poet, and social critic. 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 Contact Use. Please leave this field…

Alvin Ailey Announces NYC Center Season 2016

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, New York City Center’s Principal Dance Company, returns to the New York City Center stage from November 30th – December 31st, 2016.  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…

Black Joy in the Hour of Chaos At Harlem Stage

Join Harlem Stage and Jooksi as they use music as a springboard for dynamic dialogue through a participant driven listening session exploring the singular and intersecting themes of blackness, joy and chaos 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…

Alvin Ailey’s Fab 2-Week Engagement At Lincoln Center

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, beloved as one of the world’s most popular dance companies, will return to Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts for a two-week 15-performance engagement at the David H. Koch Theater June 8th – 19th, 2016.  Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine…

Brewer Honors Harlem Photographers At Black History Month reception

On Monday, Feb. 29, hundreds gathered at MIST Harlem for Manhattan Borough President Gale A. Brewer’s Black History Month reception recognizing the work of three Harlem photographers: Shawn Walker, Ming Smith, and Kwame Braithwaite. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to…

Black History Month Open House Free At The Apollo

This February, the world famous Apollo Theater will host a series of artistic and community programs 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 Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use.…

HW Pick: Alvin Ailey Dance Theater National Tour Opens

On February 2, 2016, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, beloved as one of the world’s most popular dance companies, shared its inspiring artistry with audiences during a 20-city North American tour started tonight at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to…

Souleo: Three Crowdfunding Projects For Your Consideration

By Souleo Got a few extra dollars to spare? Check out three special crowdfunding campaigns worthy of a dollar or $50. 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 Contact Use. Please…

Apollo Celebrates Black History Month In Harlem

This February, the world famous Apollo Theater will host a series of artistic and community programs 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 Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use.…

Apollo & WNYC Partner For MLK Celebration In Harlem

On Sunday, January 17 at 3pm, for the 10 th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration, the Apollo Theater and WNYC will partner for a third year to present “Race and Privilege: Exploring MLK’s Two Americas,” as part of the Apollo’s Uptown Hall series. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select…

Breakin’ Convention 2015 At The Apollo In Harlem (video)

By Allford | Trotman From the moment you approached the sidewalk in front of the Apollo Theater, the 2015 Breakin’ Convention’s energy is already in full effect.  Young people dressed in the shows red tee shirts are dancing under the marquee for people that are passing by and those gathered around to watch. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up…

TV One To Air 2015 Triumph Awards Hosted By Tichina Arnold

TV One today announced the inaugural television broadcast of The 2015 Triumph Awards presented by Harlem’s Reverend Al Sharpton and National Action Network (NAN) will air on Saturday, October 3 at 8PM/ET. 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…

Harlem Cultural Art Tribute to Lena Horne

The occasion of this tribute to Lena Horne is to continue to plant the cultural and historical seeds of awareness, through the remembrance and homage to Lena Mary Calhoun Horne during the month of her birth (b. June thirtieth, 1917), 97 years ago in Brooklyn, NY. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select…

The Hotness: Black Power Without Black Women Is Weak

By Nicole Moore When most people think about Malcolm X they immediately think of Black manhood leading to associations of Black power tied exclusively to the work of Black men. 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…