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The Savoy King Documents Harlem’s Savoy Ballroom (video)

Posted on September 13, 2012 by | Leave a comment

Born poor in Baltimore, Chick Webb broke his back as a boy and faced life as hunchback dwarf afflicted with Spinal Tuberculosis. Continue reading →

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Harlemwood Film Festival At The Dwyer

Posted on June 4, 2011 by | Leave a comment

The Harlemwood Film Festival, a program of New Heritage Films, features gifted filmmakers of color who are inspired by the culture and creative energy of Harlem. Films include The Savoy King (a work in progress), harlem is… GOSPEL, harlem is… THEATER, One Night in Vegas, and Still Bill.

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