Apollo Theater
Theater and Music Venue
Central Harlem, New York
The experts at New York Habitat and Gothamist recommend this place
"Amateur night is the greatest most fun show I have seen in New York!"(24 Tips)
"James Brown and Lauryn Hill"(4 Tips)
"Awesome intimate and historical venue."(3 Tips)
"famous music halls in the United States"(2 Tips)
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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!
I saw James Brown here back in the day. This is Harlem history. Long may it reign.
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'.
Fuyuhiko TakayaMarch 12, 2012I went to Armature Night on Wednesday about 10 years ago. The audition show was totally for travellers. That was crap.
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...
Andrew LeungJune 27, 2013Make sure you get the Apollo theater app to be part of the digital crowd!!!
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.
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!
MamaIWantToSingAugust 10, 2011Doris Performed Right Here. and Right around the corner is the Mama, Foundation of the Arts.
Chris GJune 1, 2011Once your seated please try to stay in your seat until the intermission. The rows are extremely narrow.
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.
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.
Rainy TeckFebruary 3, 2011Apollo Theater in New York City is one of the most famous music halls in the US.
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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"Out of this world. Great story and totally original production, such a refreshing departure from the classic Broadway play. Just don't bring your kids!"
Mike Kowalczyk - 9.2
"Wonderful environment! The employees were extremely attentive to the guest's and the setting was fabulous!"
Ivonne Davila - 8.3
"They have a great lounge. Open late, affordable drinks, comfortable couches, and the best part is the low noise volume. Romantic."
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- 8.5
"Definitely get the Obama Short Ribs (enough for 3 to 4 ppl). Wings are perfectly seasoned and battered and the cocktails are 💯."
CCnyc - 8.1
"I grew up in the south where good cornbread is in abundance, but Sylvia's cornbread may be the best I've ever had."
Ashlee Haynie - 7.8
"Turkey Burger was amazing. Moist and full of flavor. The sesame seed bun was soft. Fries were tasty too."
Luis Pagan
Upcoming Events
- The Apollo Presents: Ellington In Focus Featuring Jason Moran
8:00 PM on April 11, 2025
- Amateur Night at The Apollo
7:30 PM on April 16, 2025
- Amateur Night at The Apollo
7:30 PM on April 23, 2025
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