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Walter’s World: Lyrics From Lockdown at the National Black Theatre

Posted on February 17, 2013 by | Leave a comment

By Walter Rutledge

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Playwright Oscar Wilde said, “I regard the theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a human being can share with another the sense of what it is to be a human being.” Continue reading →

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Walter’s World: Weekend Picks Fine Art, Theater and The Apollo February 7, 2013

Posted on February 7, 2013 by | Leave a comment

By Walter Rutledge

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There is literally a blizzard of arts related activity this weekend. Fine Art, Theater bound uptown, while one of Harlem’s most revered venues opens it doors to the public. Here are some of the many events happening around the city and in our community. Continue reading →

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Walter’s World: Weekend Picks Dance, Art, Theater and Disco

Posted on January 24, 2013 by | 1 Comment

By Walter Rutledge

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From the lyrics of the late great Barry White, “It may be winter outside but in my heart its spring” this weekend promises to provide some much needed artistic heat despite the frigid weather. We have dance in Midtown and Chelsea; art and theater in Harlem, and Disco downtown. Here are a few of the events happening around the city and in our community. Continue reading →

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Faith Evans, Chris Tucker and Sinbad Lead the Harlem Fall Event Calendar

Posted on October 12, 2012 by | 6 Comments
Harlem Arts Alliance Presents: On the “A” w/Souleo
While the weather gets cooler, the fall Harlem arts and culture scene is heating up with several exciting events featuring international and local talent. Continue reading →

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Amiri Baraka Carries on “The Good Fight” in Honor of A. Philip Randolph; Heath Gallery Finds a New Leader

Posted on February 11, 2012 by | Leave a comment

 

Harlem Arts Alliance Presents:  On the “A” with Souleo

For most working people there has been at least one occasion when they’ve wanted to pick up a marker, decorate a picket sign with a clever catchphrase and go lead a strike. Continue reading →

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‘Seed’ (2.0) Set to Flourish at National Black Theatre

Posted on September 15, 2011 by | Leave a comment

The Off-Broadway debut of what playwright Radha Blank has referred to as her ‘love letter to Harlem’, the award-winning ‘Seed’, starts its run on September 16th at the National Black Theatre on 125th Street and 5th Avenue.  Continue reading →

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Help Hope to Speak At The National Black Theatre

Posted on June 17, 2011 by | Leave a comment

They performed in Harlem to great reviews! Now, the cast of HOPE SPEAKS [Chanel Carroll, Cherrye J. Davis, Eric Lockley, Jonathan McCrory, Kimberly Young, and Kisa Willis] is back in action, and this time they need your help to allow Hope to Speak once again. Continue reading →

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“Do Wop Love” Back Home In Harlem At NBT

Posted on June 6, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Dr. Barbara Ann Teer’s National Black Theatre led by CEO Sade Lythcott welcomes “Do Wop Love” back home to Harlem. Do Wop Love written by Ronald Wyche and Herbert Rawlings will begin previews on Saturday, June 11, 2011.  Continue reading →

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HW Pick: Mr. Cheeks ft., Maya Azucena, Havin Fun

Posted on May 24, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Nice vibe from Mr. Cheeks , featuring the super sound of Maya Azucena on his new “Havin Fun” cut. Continue reading →

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World AIDS Day at North General Hospital

Posted on January 4, 2010 by | Leave a comment

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It was standing room only on the evening of Wednesday, December 9th, as hundreds gathered at Harlem’s historic National Black Theatre as hundreds gathered to commemorate World AIDS Day 2009 during a festive program presented by the Harlem HIV AIDS Services Consortium (Iris House, SAGE, Canaan Baptist Church, Bailey House, Inc., UPTOWN Healthlink and Copasetic Women), in partnership with North General Hospital’s Department of Special Services (formerly Department of HIV/AIDS).  The theme of this year’s program was “Removing Barriers, Addressing Stigma.” The program highlighted the challenges that prevent Harlem residents from getting tested for HIV/AIDS, seeking medical care, and disclosing their HIV status to their loved ones.   WBLS (107.5 FM) radio personality Dr. Bob Lee (see photo) served as the event’s master of ceremonies.  Speakers included the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Dr. Monica Sweeney, Debra Levine, vice president of community relations for the National Black Leadership Commission on AIDS, and Dr. Samuel Daniel, president and CEO of North General Hospital. Continue reading →

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