Apollo Theater, Historic music venue and theater in Harlem, United States.
The Apollo Theater features neoclassical architecture with an ornate interior design and a grand facade on 125th Street in Manhattan's Harlem neighborhood.
Opened in 1914 as a burlesque theater, the Apollo transformed in 1934 to become a pivotal stage for African American performers during the Harlem Renaissance.
The Amateur Night competitions at the Apollo Theater launched the careers of numerous artists, including Ella Fitzgerald, Lauryn Hill, and the Jackson Five.
The theater welcomes 1.3 million visitors annually and offers guided tours, educational programs, live performances, and comedy shows throughout the year.
A bronze Tree of Hope stands near the stage, which performers touch for good fortune before their performances in this National Historic Landmark.
Location: Manhattan
Inception: 1914
Architects: George Keister
Architectural style: Neoclassical architecture
Address: 253 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027 10027
Website: https://apollotheater.org
GPS coordinates: 40.80993,-73.95011
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:16
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