Since 1934, Amateur Night at the Apollo has been THE quintessential talent competition. Since 1974, the neighborhood-wide annual HARLEM WEEK festival celebrates the wonders of the community. Continue Reading →
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Amateur Night Opening Night With Dionne Warwick And Harlem’s Wé McDonald
Amateur Night at the Apollo returns marking the 83rd year of the signature program. Opening Night will feature a special presentation to legendary singer Dionne Warwick, marking the 60th anniversary of her first appearance as a young performer competing in Amateur Night. Continue Reading →
Harlem Week, The Best Month In Harlem
What began in 1974 as a one-day tribute to Harlem has evolved over 40 years into a month long celebration of the community’s rich economic, political and cultural history.
Ella Fitzgerald Debuts At Amateur Night at the Apollo, Nov. 21, 1934
Michael Jackson did, James Brown did, Lauryn Hill and Jimi Hendrix did, and so did the Isley Brothers, Gladys Knight and Prince. And, on Nov. 21, 1934, at 17 years old, Ella Fitzgerald did, too. Continue Reading →
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