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Apollo Theater

Theater and Music Venue

Central Harlem, New York

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Apollo Theater

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Ranked #4 for live music in Central Harlem
Has a stamp of approval from New York Habitat and Gothamist
"Amateur night is the greatest most fun show I have seen in New York!"(24 Tips)
"James Brown and Lauryn Hill"(4 Tips)
"The Apollo is a historic venue loved by concert-goers of all ages."(3 Tips)
"famous music halls in the United States"(2 Tips)

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Robin DJanuary 10, 2015
Been here 10+ times
I saw James Brown here back in the day. This is Harlem history. Long may it reign.
Parul BatraAugust 8, 2013
Amateur night is the greatest most fun show I have seen in New York!
Rose Pierre louisAugust 24, 2011
You can't go to NY and don't stop to Apollo. For blacks it was the most important cultural institution. Period!
FrancisJuly 23, 2015
Amateur Night on Wednesday is brilliant. Boo your hands up and get excited!
CharlottesNovember 30, 2016
Amateur night is loads of fun in a totes awks kinda way. Love it!
The Art InitiativeAugust 17, 2011
CEO & 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'.
Violetta FugaAugust 8, 2013
The best place! You should go and see it!!
Joan McCulloughJune 6, 2012
I visited the Apollo the week after Michael Jackson passed away. I had a chance to sign the infamous memorial wall! Tears...
Fuyuhiko TakayaMarch 12, 2012
I went to Armature Night on Wednesday about 10 years ago. The audition show was totally for travellers. That was crap.
Ken Pierre IIAugust 7, 2014
Legendary! You can feel it in the atmosphere
Andrew CJanuary 23, 2017
Everyone should see a show here!
Mike HopkinsJune 4, 2015
A surprisingly lovely venue even after all these years
Andrew LeungJune 27, 2013
Make sure you get the Apollo theater app to be part of the digital crowd!!!
MazdaOctober 26, 2010
For 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.
NY WaterwayJuly 20, 2012
Drinks are a little pricey but there are some great events here!
Tendai GarandiJanuary 17, 2011
or 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, 2012
This place was open during the Harlem Renaissance and witnessed the jazz legend Duke Ellington perform on stage.
The StandardAugust 6, 2010
NY (Art) A place where music legends once performed – and still do! Make sure to adventure uptown to catch a show. Read more
Kimmie OhhDecember 30, 2019
Legends have performed here!
Michael RiegelmanFebruary 10, 2013
Today till 5pm it's a free open house at The Apollo in celebration of Black History Month!
Emily Punkimeowmeow del CastilloJanuary 24, 2011
I was in awe the first time I went to the Apollo. Imagine all the legends that have performed here!
Clara BayarriSeptember 14, 2014
Classic theater, there are events on
HOT 97April 4, 2012
THE 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, 2011
Once your seated please try to stay in your seat until the intermission. The rows are extremely narrow.
P GMay 17, 2015
RIP. Great view.
MamaIWantToSingAugust 10, 2011
Doris Performed Right Here. and Right around the corner is the Mama, Foundation of the Arts.
MeeshellApril 16, 2017
Leela James
Elle McFearsinNovember 22, 2014
Epic. This needs to be on everyone's bucket list. Go amateur night and boo the ones that suck!
Monique PerryOctober 29, 2015
Amazing! Great night out!
Lisa YanceyMarch 17, 2013
Doing new, fresh music. No more same ole same ole.
Apollo TheaterMay 13, 2012
Support the Apollo! Vote now to help us win a $200,000 Partners in Preservation grant. Http://apollomemories.org
Tank ChisolmDecember 5, 2012
One of tha main reason i luv livin here..
Rainy TeckFebruary 3, 2011
Apollo 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.
Michael AnthonyOctober 10, 2016
Allen stone -it's so small there's no bad seat
Sharice RichardsSeptember 15, 2013
go to an Apollo Live Show! so much fun!
Jim TurnerJuly 5, 2011
Great historic place... a NYC must-see! Read more
Guacira M Moreira AlvesNovember 17, 2014
Impressive venue!
Christina NielsenJuly 27, 2011
Get your tickets the day of with a student I'd for $10!
Dominique PordeusJune 28, 2015
Great Amateur Night
D OSeptember 15, 2015
Simply iconic
Junko HiroseMay 18, 2011
I sang "You make a history" there as one of member of choir from Japan March 30, 2009
IsokeMarch 21, 2013
Make 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.
Viator.comJanuary 25, 2012
Come along on a Wednesday evening for the long-running Amateur Night. Read more
Khalid DavidNovember 3, 2013
Wonderful experience.
Jeff RosenFebruary 12, 2016
A classic!
arnelle ReidMay 1, 2011
This place is fun u should also try the resterants
Louise de PausApril 23, 2018
Woensdag amateuravond
KatNovember 26, 2011
Wednesday amateur night, only for $10 with student ID
Adem ArasNovember 3, 2014
legendary Apollo!

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