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Step behind the curtain of the world-famous Apollo Theater. Located at The Apollo Stages at The Victoria’s Laura & Frank Baker Gallery, Got To Be There: The Apollo, Its People, and Its Stories is a first of its kind exhibition curated by The Apollo Archives. This collection of rare photographs, video recordings, and artifacts offers a rare glimpse into The Apollo’s 91 year history.  

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Free and open to the public with select viewings and conversations throughout the season, this stunning exhibition offers a glimpse into the many roles that The Apollo has played and continues to play in service to the arts, the Harlem community, and global pop culture at large.  

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Open Daily 10am – 6pm & 2 hours before curtain during performances

A Flea Theater Production Written and Directed by Zora Howard

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HANG TIME explores the interiority of Black men in America, and the ways in which their humanity can triumph over the brutality that has been brought against them.

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Three men chew the fat under an old, wide tree. In HANG TIME, we peek into the interiority – the great loves and bitter blues – of Black men in America. Setting the romantic and the macabre in sharp relief, HANG TIME invites the viewer to envisage the living Black body triumphant over the legacy of violence that it holds.

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Experience this searing theatrical work written and directed by Harlem-bred Pulitzer Prize Finalist Zora Howard in community and kinship at The Apollo Stages at The Victoria.  

“A startling and stunning tableau…an absolutely heart wrenching and hauntingly beautiful experience” – The Front Row Center

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“A bruising statement about the systemized dehumanization of Black men... a stunning picture of the ‘strange fruit’ that Billie Holiday sang about, of Black bodies swinging from trees... The writing is bleak and colorful and gorgeous enough for poetry.” – Lighting & Sound America 

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Opportunities for School Performances:

NYC Educators: Bring your students grades 11-12 to a special School Day Live performance of HANG TIME on Wednesday, November 12^th at 1pm.

This special School Day Live presentation of The Flea’s HANG TIME brings high school students together to explore the interiority of Black men in America.

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In HANG TIME, we peek into the interiority – the great loves and bitter blues – of Black men in America. Blood is a young man with dreams of traveling and seeing the world, while Slim, the middle-aged trickster, brings humor and hard-earned wisdom from life as a rolling stone. Bird, the eldest, watches carefully, grounding the others with quiet authority amid their unpredictable circumstances. Their banter, songs, and even arguments offer solace and distraction, all while the shadow of a certain end lingers above them.

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Setting the romantic and the macabre in sharp relief, HANG TIME invites the viewer to envisage the living Black body triumphant over the legacy of violence that it holds.

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Following the performance, students and faculty are invited to stay for a post-show talkback.  

Coca-Cola and The Apollo have teamed up to bring the world’s longest running talent competition to one of the largest shopping destinations in the country. We’re bringing Amateur Night alum for pop up performances and looking for the best singers to join us at American Dream Mall to audition for a chance to win a spot in The Amateur Night Holiday Special presented by Coca-Cola on December 19^th and 20^th, 2025. This special edition of our famed talent competition showcases the best and brightest performers featuring special guests and Amateur Night alumni.  

Don’t miss your chance to shoot your shot for a chance to perform in the talent competition that launched the careers of stars like Ella Fitzgerald, D’Angelo, Jazmine Sullivan, H.E.R, and more!  

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Location:

‍American Dream Mall | Court D

1 American Dream Way

East Rutheford, NJ 07073

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Important Information:

• Amateur Night Holiday Special is not a competition show, but a showcase of Amateur Night alum and special guest performers

• Auditioners must be available to perform at The Amateur Night Holiday Special on December 19 – 20, 2025 at The Apollo Stages at The Victoria located at 233 West 125^th Street, New York, NY 10027

• Auditioners must be at least 14 years of age

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Let there be light—and music! We’re back for the Harlem Holiday Lights Parade, lighting up 125th Street with live music, giveaways, and an Apollo float made for the season featuring acclaimed actor, Malik Yoba!

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Whether you’re home for the holidays or Harlem born and raised, come catch the joy, the music, and that neon glow.  

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We’re talking community, culture, and connection—all wrapped in one lit-up night. Come see about us, we wanna see you!

This Thanksgiving Gobble Gobble Give is taking over The Apollo Stages at The Victoria, and we need you to help us spread love and give back to our  community.

Bring your big heart and even bigger energy and sign up to volunteer bagging or serving meals or drop off toys and non-perishable food to brighten someone’s holiday.  

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Whether you’re stacking boxes, serving smiles, or donating, you’re feeding more than stomachs; you’re feeding the soul of our community.

Let’s give back The Apollo way.

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Finding North is a one-man play that brings to the stage the powerful stories of the strivings, sacrifices and dreams of African-American Underground Railroad hero John P. Parker. Parker’s tale is interlaced with interview material from immigrants and non-immigrants who tell their stories of searching for haven in modern-day America.

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Join us for an intimate one-on-one conversation between 2023 Doris Duke Artist Award recipient, two-time Edison Award winner, and six-time Grammy-nominated musician, composer, producer, and sonic architect Chief Xian aTunde Adjuah and award-winning filmmaker and writer Kiel Adrian Scott.

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The two visionaries, who are also twin brothers, will interview each other in a dynamic exchange about their respective crafts, the power of art and imagination, and how they are building worlds and infrastructure to support Black artistry and creativity.

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Black Genius Talks are humanities discussions designed to engage community and deepen public knowledge around Black artists, the Black creative ecosystem and the tradition of Black genius. The Black Genius Foundation transforms the conversation around genius by placing Black artists and the Black creative ecosystem at the center. 

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Featuring PAULA "THE TROPHY WIFE" CLARKE, UNCLE G. & MARK GREGORY

HOSTED BY MEMPHIS WILL

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Jumpstart your weekend with a fun night of laughter, drinks, and  tasty bites with the best up and coming talent in comedy today. Curated by Bob Sumner (legendary producer of Def Comedy Jam, creator of Laff Mobb on Aspire), The Apollo Comedy Club presents a night of comedic sets that will have you rolling in laughter. 

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Perfect for date night, or a night out with friends, don’t miss your chance to heat up your Thursday with the hottest ticket in Harlem.

Singer and songwriter Du’Bois A’Keen and friends perform a mix of contemporary gospel in this spirt-lifting night of music. The concert includes excerpts from Du’Bois’ commissioned work with the dance company Alvin Ailey entitled “Sacred Songs”. A’Keen’s effortless range accompanied by guests vocalists creates an experience that is a salve for the soul.

Broadway’s acclaimed vocalist AYANA GEORGE JACKSON takes the stage to deliver a night of pop, soul and gospel. Ayana (fresh from MJ on Broadway) takes center stage for a powerful night of music and down-to-earth ‘sangin!