Discover Harlem | New York, NY
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Blues by Archibald Motley, 1929, Harlem Renaissance
The “Big Apple” is home to the largest black urban population in the United States, a great legacy that dates back several hundred years. Harlem became the center of African American life starting in the late 1800’s. Some even call it the capital of Black America. The following is [...]
Dance Africa | New York, NY
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Held each Memorial Day weekend at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), DanceAfrica is a heritage and community celebration centered on African and African American dance, music, film and art, featuring live music, a film series at BAM Rose Cinemas, master classes, a student-artist sculpture garden, education programs, and an outdoor bazaar.
This year’s fest commerates the [...]
Classical Theatre of Harlem, New York, NY
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Shakespeare’s King Lear, Classic Theatre of Harlem
The Classical Theatre of Harlem’s vision is to “create the next great American theatre company whose value to its community is inherent and essential, a company that is engaged in producing works that truly reflect the diversity of ideas and the racial tapestry that is New York City.” Since [...]
Showman’s Bar, New York, NY
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Since 1942, this soulful haunt of Harlem’s old guard has been home to such greats as Sarah Vaughan, Lionel Hampton, Duke Ellington and Pearl Bailey. Showman’s moved to its current location in August 1998. A Hammond B-3 organ graces the stage, and is put to good use by Danny Mixon, Seleno Clarke, Nathan Lucas and [...]
Creole Restaurant & Jazz Café, New York, NY
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Great Creole cuisine (Blackened Spicy Catfish, Gator Etoufee, Creole Stew Chicken, Blackened Shrimp Napoleon, Sweet Potato Beignets, and 20 Gumbo variations) by way of New Orleans. Live Jazz and R&B Wednesday through Sunday. Check website for cover charges, minimums and music policy.
Creole Restaurant & Jazz Cafe
201 E 118th Street
New York, NY
(212) 876-8838
Official Website
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