Saturday, December 21, 2024
FEATURING ABDEL R. SALAAM'S FORCES OF NATURE DANCE THEATRE
FEATURING ABDEL R. SALAAM'S FORCES OF NATURE DANCE THEATRE
Doors Open
One Hour Before Showtime
Show Starts
2PM & 7:30PM EDT
Ages
Where
Apollo's Historic Theater
Event Date
December 21, 2024
Event Time
2PM & 7:30PM EDT
Awards Presentation & Concert
Dinner & Dancing
Location
Apollo's Historic Theater

Kwanzaa: A Regeneration Celebration lights up The Apollo! This annual tradition brings the community together for a night filled with energy, reflection, and joy.

Join The Apollo and Abdel R. Salaam’s Forces of Nature Dance Theatre to experience a vibrant celebration rooted in unity, self-determination, and community. Through powerful dance, music, and spoken word performances, we'll uplift the 7 principles.

Hosted by Olabamidele Husbands, and featuring the talented young artists from FIYAA: Forces Incredible Youth Arts Alliance this is more than a show—it's a cultural celebration. Feel the rhythm of traditions that span the African continent in a night of music, percussion, and electrifying dance that will leave you inspired and connected with your community. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of Kwanzaa at The Apollo!

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Saturday, December 21, 2024
FEATURING ABDEL R. SALAAM'S FORCES OF NATURE DANCE THEATRE
Doors Open
One Hour Before Showtime
Show Starts
2PM & 7:30PM EDT
Ages
Where
Apollo's Historic Theater
Event Date
December 21, 2024
Event Time
2PM & 7:30PM EDT
Awards Presentation & Concert
Dinner & Dancing
Location
Apollo's Historic Theater
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Kwanzaa: A Regeneration Celebration lights up The Apollo! This annual tradition brings the community together for a night filled with energy, reflection, and joy.

Join The Apollo and Abdel R. Salaam’s Forces of Nature Dance Theatre to experience a vibrant celebration rooted in unity, self-determination, and community. Through powerful dance, music, and spoken word performances, we'll uplift the 7 principles.

Hosted by Olabamidele Husbands, and featuring the talented young artists from FIYAA: Forces Incredible Youth Arts Alliance this is more than a show—it's a cultural celebration. Feel the rhythm of traditions that span the African continent in a night of music, percussion, and electrifying dance that will leave you inspired and connected with your community. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of Kwanzaa at The Apollo!

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New York, US
Bebe Winans
Choreographer & Dancer
London, UK
Meme Manning
Voice Actress
Los Angeles, US
Leia Manson
Supporting Actress
Chicago, US
Ben Jefferson
Stand-in & Dancer
Special Guests
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The Apollo mainstage
Accessible Seating
The Apollo’s Historic Theater has 12 wheelchair seating locations available for every show, all on the Orchestra seating level. Tickets for wheelchair seating locations can be purchased at The Apollo Theater box office or on Ticketmaster.

Four wheelchair seating locations will be reserved until the day of each performance.Each seating level is accessible via the elevator inside The Apollo’s Historic Theater. Guests should be aware of the small steps leading toward the Mezzanine and Balcony seating levels. Depending on the guest’s ticket location for these two levels, additional walking may be required. If guests are not able to travel up and down steps, tickets for events should be purchased for the Orchestra level.
VICTORIA THEATER 1
Accessible Seating
Victoria Theater 1 is a 199-seat flexible black box theater that can be transformed into a myriad of configurations and styles. It features an intimate lounge-like space that is ideal for stage productions, concerts, panel discussions, commercial shoots and private functions.
JONELLE PROCOPE THEATER
Accessible Seating
The Jonelle Procope Theater, named in honor of the former Apollo President/CEO, is a 99-seat flexible black box theater that can be transformed into a myriad of configurations and styles. It features an intimate lounge-like space that is ideal for intimate concerts, panel conversations, commercial shoots, private functions, exhibits, or installations.
The Apollo mainstage
Accessible Seating
The Apollo’s Historic Theater has 12 wheelchair seating locations available for every show, all on the Orchestra seating level. Tickets for wheelchair seating locations can be purchased at The Apollo Theater box office or on Ticketmaster.

Four wheelchair seating locations will be reserved until the day of each performance.Each seating level is accessible via the elevator inside The Apollo’s Historic Theater. Guests should be aware of the small steps leading toward the Mezzanine and Balcony seating levels. Depending on the guest’s ticket location for these two levels, additional walking may be required. If guests are not able to travel up and down steps, tickets for events should be purchased for the Orchestra level.
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The Apollo Stages at The Victoria
Beyond the Algorithm
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Apollo Historic Theater
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Apollo's Historic Theater
Luenell
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| 3:00PM EDT
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Apollo’s Historic Theater
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Amateur Night at The Apollo
Apollo Historic Theater
Amateur Night at The Apollo
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May 25
| 3PM
Bronzeville The Musical
Apollo's Historic Theater
Bronzeville The Musical
Bronzeville The Musical is a thought provoking, soulful musical. ...
May 28
| 7:30PM EDT
Amateur Night at The Apollo
Apollo Historic Theater
Amateur Night at The Apollo
Known as one of New York’s most popular live entertainment experiences, Amateur Night at The Apollo attracts performers and audiences from around the world in a clas...
May 30
| 11:00AM EDT
Baby Laurence Legacy Project
Apollo Historic Theater
Baby Laurence Legacy Project
Explore the history and legacy of pioneer tap artist and musician, Laurence Donald Jackson, better known as "Baby Laurence." in School Day Live: Baby Laurence Legacy...
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| 8:00PM EDT
Raphael Saadiq
The Apollo's Historic Theater
Raphael Saadiq
One man! One night! Three decades of hits! ‍Raphael Saadiq returns to legendary Apollo stage for the No Bandwith tour. ...
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| 7:00PM EDT
APOLLO SPRING BENEFIT
The Apollo's Historic Theater
APOLLO SPRING BENEFIT
The Spring Benefit, The Apollo’s signature fundraiser, is a spectacular celebration of the Theater’s rich legacy and its commitment to its future as a mission-led ar...
Jun 6
| 7:30PM EDT
Amateur Night at The Apollo
Apollo Historic Theater
Amateur Night at The Apollo
Known as one of New York’s most popular live entertainment experiences, Amateur Night at The Apollo attracts performers and audiences from around the world in a clas...
Jun 6
June 6 - 7, 2025
| 2PM | 8PM
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Jun 7
Duality
The Apollo Stages at The Victoria
Duality
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APOLLO'S HISTORIC THEATER
253 W 125th Street,
New York, NY 10027
Mainstage
A complete renovation in 2005 restored The Apollo’s Mainstage Auditorium to its storybook, turn-of-the-century elegance. With its 1,500 seats, state-of-the-art capacities, all-new sound system and extensive roster of support services, it is an ideal venue for performances, public forums, fashion shows, television or photo shoots, private fundraising events, weddings, and graduations. Some of the biggest stars and biggest brands on the world stage have rented The Apollo.
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SATURDAY
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SUNDAY
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*Group Sales: To book your group of 10 or more, contact group.sales@apollotheater.org
(212) 531-5305
The Apollo’s Historic Theater
253 W 125th St,
New York, NY 10027
The Apollo Stages at The Victoria
233 W 125th St, Third Floor
New York, NY 10027
*Tickets: Get tickets online through Ticketmaster.com or in person at both Box Office locations
*Group Sales: To book your group of 10 or more, contact group.sales@apollotheater.org
WEEKDAYS
10AM - 6PM
SATURDAY
12PM - 5PM
SUNDAY
Closed

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No outside food or beverage. Accommodations are made for patrons with medical needs. Please email access@apollotheater.org or call the box office at (212) 531-5305 for assistance.

WEEKDAYS
10AM - 6PM
SATURDAY
12PM - 5PM
SUNDAY
Closed
*Tickets: Get tickets online through Ticketmaster.com or in person at both Box Office locations
*Group Sales: To book your group of 10 or more, contact group.sales@apollotheater.org
(212) 531-5305
The Apollo’s Historic Theater
253 W 125th St,
New York, NY 10027
The Apollo Stages at The Victoria
233 W 125th St, Third Floor
New York, NY 10027
*Tickets: Get tickets online through Ticketmaster.com or in person at both Box Office locations
*Group Sales: To book your group of 10 or more, contact group.sales@apollotheater.org
WEEKDAYS
10AM - 6PM
SATURDAY
12PM - 5PM
SUNDAY
Closed

Accessibility

The Apollo is here for everyone. Artists, audiences, and all supporters should be able to experience The Apollo fully and in a way that is comfortable for them.

The Apollo has taken comprehensive steps to ensure that entrances, seating, restrooms, and more are as accessible and compliant as possible. Learn more about accessibility options and support services that might be right for you.

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A staff member wearing a black shirt scans tickets for two people dressed in masks and jackets at an entrance.

All persons and bags are subject to search. Bags that have passed inspection must fit comfortably under your seat. Oversized bags are prohibited.

No outside food or beverage. Accommodations are made for patrons with medical needs. Please email access@apollotheater.org or call the box office at (212) 531-5305 for assistance.