The Apollo honored nine-time Grammy Award-winning and two-time Academy Award nominee, Mary J. Blige with an induction into our legendary Walk of Fame. Located in front of the Apollo on 125th Street, under our historic marquee, the Walk of Fame celebrates artists who have contributed to and articulated the African American cultural narrative and continue to inspire people all over the world.

Live Wire takes a deep dive into the artistry of Aretha Franklin with a conversation led by writer and cultural critic Emily J. Lordi and three scholars and culture workers — Fredara Hadley DJ Lynnée Denise, and Portia Maultsby . The discussion will provide an opportunity to learn more about the still understudied subject of Franklin’s musicianship.

The Apollo Comedy Club celebrates the Theater’s rich comedic roots. Join the Apollo Comedy Club producers Bob Sumner (producer of Def Comedy Jam, creator of Laff Mobb on Aspire) and Apollo Late Night producer Dwight Jordan as they look back on five years of the Apollo Comedy Club. This informal conversation will include back-stage stories, video clips and highlights of the comedians who have performed at Harlem’s hottest night spot. Due to strong language and mature content, Apollo Comedy Club may not be suitable for all audiences. Viewer discretion is advised.

Roc Nation’s Infinity Song is a sibling band and music collective formed in 2014 in New York City whose members are not only singers but also songwriters, arrangers, instrumentalists, and music producers. Since its formation, Infinity Song has consistently performed around NYC, cultivating a grassroots fanbase through pop up street performances in Central Park and the NYC subway stations. Singing on stages both small and great, the group has toured the U.S., been featured on National Television (NBC’s “The Today Show” and ABC’s “The View”), and frequently collaborates with other musical acts, most recently Kanye West, Jon Batiste, Tori Kelly and more.