Apollo Theater
Theater and Music Venue
Central Harlem, New York
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"Amateur night is the greatest most fun show I have seen in New York!"(24 Tips)
"The Apollo is a historic venue loved by concert-goers of all ages."(25 Tips)
"The Godfather of Soul, James Brown, recorded his live performance at the..."(4 Tips)
"Awesome intimate and historical venue."(3 Tips)
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I saw James Brown here back in the day. This is Harlem history. Long may it reign.
Rose Pierre louisAugust 24, 2011You can't go to NY and don't stop to Apollo. For blacks it was the most important cultural institution. Period!
The Art InitiativeAugust 17, 2011CEO & Co-Founder of the The Art Initiative, Tuan X (also a singer, songwriter & MC) headlined here on March 4th, 2011 in the first season of the 'Apollo Music Café'.
Joan McCulloughJune 6, 2012I visited the Apollo the week after Michael Jackson passed away. I had a chance to sign the infamous memorial wall! Tears...
Fuyuhiko TakayaMarch 12, 2012I went to Armature Night on Wednesday about 10 years ago. The audition show was totally for travellers. That was crap.
MazdaOctober 26, 2010For many years, Apollo was the only theater in New York City to hire black talent. Ella Fitzgerald made her singing debut at 17 at the Apollo, on November 21, 1934.
Andrew LeungJune 27, 2013Make sure you get the Apollo theater app to be part of the digital crowd!!!
Tendai GarandiJanuary 17, 2011or many years, Apollo was the only theater in New York City to hire black talent. Ella Fitzgerald made her singing debut at 17 at the Apollo, on November 21, 1934.
NYULYPMarch 5, 2012This place was open during the Harlem Renaissance and witnessed the jazz legend Duke Ellington perform on stage.
The StandardAugust 6, 2010NY (Art) A place where music legends once performed – and still do! Make sure to adventure uptown to catch a show. Read more
Michael RiegelmanFebruary 10, 2013Today till 5pm it's a free open house at The Apollo in celebration of Black History Month!
Emily Punkimeowmeow del CastilloJanuary 24, 2011I was in awe the first time I went to the Apollo. Imagine all the legends that have performed here!
HOT 97April 4, 2012THE BIGGEST HIP HOP CONCERT OF THE YEAR IS GOING DOWN ON JUNE 3RD, 2012 FOR MORE INFORMATION HEAD TO HOT97.COM NOW!
Chris GJune 1, 2011Once your seated please try to stay in your seat until the intermission. The rows are extremely narrow.
MamaIWantToSingAugust 10, 2011Doris Performed Right Here. and Right around the corner is the Mama, Foundation of the Arts.
Elle McFearsinNovember 22, 2014Epic. This needs to be on everyone's bucket list. Go amateur night and boo the ones that suck!
Apollo TheaterMay 13, 2012Support the Apollo! Vote now to help us win a $200,000 Partners in Preservation grant. Http://apollomemories.org
Rainy TeckFebruary 3, 2011Apollo Theater in New York City is one of the most famous music halls in the US.
BriskNovember 8, 2010"I miss the cool nights sittin' in the Carlo, Now it's like "boooo"--we sittin' in Apollo" - Fabolous "Pachanga" Sourced from rapgenius.com.
IsokeMarch 21, 2013Make sure they aren't having a bogus night like tonight where there was no boo-ing because of a Broadway tribute. I wish I could get a refund.
Junko HiroseMay 18, 2011I sang "You make a history" there as one of member of choir from Japan March 30, 2009
Viator.comJanuary 25, 2012Come along on a Wednesday evening for the long-running Amateur Night. Read more
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- Noon–5:00 PM
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"Beautiful theater from the inside, loved the show. Balcony want to far from the stage to hear , comfortable seating :)"
Ebrahim Bandookwala - 9.4
"This is yet another gem of NYC Theatre! A well-run, professional theater. You're guaranteed to have a wonderful time. Everyone should see a show here at least once. It's part of the NYC experience!"
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- 8.6
"His menu has Southern comfort food such as biscuits, cornbread and fried chicken, as well as some Scandinavian classics such as Helga’s meatballs, and Gravlax."
citizenM - 8.0
"The Sunday morning brunch is so much fun! They have live soulful gospel music to go with their fantastic classic southern brunch selection. Their fried pork chops and ribs are amazing!"
Christine Ramsey - 7.7
"Crab cake dinner and original mojito are awesome. The crab cake comes with shaved sweet potato, latke cake, a veg mix, and this maple syrup glaze. Savory but sweet. Great!"
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Upcoming Events
- Amateur Night At The Apollo
7:30 PM on May 29, 2024
- Apollo Presents: Eric Roberson
8:00 PM on June 1, 2024
- Fujii Kaze and the piano U.S. Tour
8:00 PM on June 2, 2024
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