Grounded by Our Roots, an exhibition of 13 extraordinary works by up-and-coming Indigenous artists who draw inspiration from their cultural traditions.
Continue readingJazz Foundation Raises $1.3M Bobby Weir Debuts At Apollo Theater
The Jazz Foundation of America (JFA) returned to the legendary Apollo Theatre in Harlem, New York, Thursday night for “A Great Night in Harlem,” the 2024 presentation of the organization’s annual benefit gala.
Continue readingStudio Museum In Harlem Launches Arts Leadership Praxis: Empowering Professionals Of Color
Thelma Golden, Director and Chief Curator of the Studio Museum in Harlem, today announced the inauguration of the Museum’s Arts Leadership Praxis.
Continue readingThe Frogs Club, An Artist Philanthropic Organization Formed In Harlem, NY, 1908
On this date in 1908, The Frogs Club was organized in Harlem, New York. The Frogs was a group of Black theatrical professionals.
Continue readingHarlem’s Jimmy Mordecai Jazz Tap Dancer, During The Harlem Renaissance (Video)
Jimmy Mordecai, July 11, 1905 – May 7, 1966, also known as James Mordecai was a Harlem-based jazztap dancer in the 1920s and 1930s.
Continue readingHarlem Season 3 Welcomes Kofi Siriboe, Gail Bean, Logan Browning, And Robin Givens
Harlem‘s new recurring cast for Season 3 has been set.
Continue readingEmpowering Young Talent In Music: Power 2 Inspire Summer Virtual Internship / Mentorship Program
The Ray & Vivian Chew Foundation proudly presents "Power 2 Inspire," a unique opportunity for young individuals aged 18 to 24 to delve into the dynamic world of the music industry.
Continue readingHarlem’s Trailblazing, Lillyn Brown,” The Kate Smith Of Harlem” 1885 – 1969
Harlem's Lillyn Brown, born Lillian Thomas; April 24, 1885 – June 8, 1969, sometimes credited as Lillyan Brown.Continue reading
New York Women’s Foundation Mixes Business, Youth, And Diversity
The New York Women’s Foundation (NYWF) held two events in NYC, a gathering at the Ford Foundation for an in-person and virtual release of the findings from the first phase of the NYC Fund for Girls and Young Women of Color (GYWOC).
Continue readingSeitu’s World: A Celebration Of Harlem Is . . . Music, Theater And Dance Exhibit At Harlem Hospital
By Seitu Oronde
On Sunday, March 24th, 2024, Harlem photojournalist Seitu Oronde was at the Harlem Is . . . Music, Theater And Dance Exhibit at Harlem Hospital Center in Harlem, NY.
Continue readingHarlem Renaissance Writer And Storyteller Harlemite Dorothy West, 1907 – 1998
Dorothy West, June 2, 1907 – August 16, 1998, a storyteller and short story writer during the time of the Harlem Renaissance who lived in Harlem, New York.Continue reading
Dance Theatre Of Harlem’s 55th Anniversary Season: A Celebration Of Artistry And Innovation
In the vibrant world of Dance Theatre of Harlem, founder Arthur Mitchell, anticipation for its annual home season isn’t solely about the lineup of performances.
Continue readingSeitu’s World: Business Honorees At Inez Dickens Party At Sylvia’s Restaurant In Harlem
By HWM and photographs by Seitu Oronde
On Thursday, March 21st, 2024, Harlem photojournalist Seitu Oronde was at the Business honorees at an Inez Dickens party at Sylvia's restaurant in Harlem, NY.
Continue readingThe Black Curators Matter Oral History Project Part III Talks At The Schomburg In Harlem
By HWM
In a thought-provoking evening program, the focus will be on the evolution of race and diversity in American art institutions from the 1990s to the 2000s.
Continue readingThe Amazing Story Of Harlem’s Alex Briley An Original Member Of The Village People
Alexander Briley, born April 12, 1951, is a Harlem disco singer who was the original "G.I." in the disco recording act Village People.
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