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Nov 27
Apollo Historic Theater
Amateur Night at The Apollo
Known as one of New York’s most popular live entertainment experiences, Amateur Night at The Apollo attracts performers and audiences from around the world in a classic talent competition that has launched the careers of countless legendary artists, from Ella Fitzgerald, Luther Vandross, Lauryn Hill, H.E.R, Machine Gun Kelly, Jazmine Sullivan and more.
Join the fun with the weekly classic competition that sheds light on the careers of a whole new roster of stars. Be a part of the notoriously “tough” audience in an interactive evening unlike any other and lend your voice to decide who will “Be Good or Be Gone!” to win the triumphant grand prize.
Amateur Night at The Apollo sponsored by Coca-Cola, is hosted by the comedian Capone. Each show begins with a festive pre-party featuring video and music by DJ Jess and Set It Off Man Greginald Spencer. Keep a lookout for C.P. Lacey, the resident Executioner who sweeps bad talent off the stage!
Dec 4
Apollo Historic Theater
Amateur Night at The Apollo
Known as one of New York’s most popular live entertainment experiences, Amateur Night at The Apollo attracts performers and audiences from around the world in a classic talent competition that has launched the careers of countless legendary artists, from Ella Fitzgerald, Luther Vandross, Lauryn Hill, H.E.R, Machine Gun Kelly, Jazmine Sullivan and more.
Join the fun with the weekly classic competition that sheds light on the careers of a whole new roster of stars. Be a part of the notoriously “tough” audience in an interactive evening unlike any other and lend your voice to decide who will “Be Good or Be Gone!” to win the triumphant grand prize.
Amateur Night at The Apollo sponsored by Coca-Cola, is hosted by the comedian Capone. Each show begins with a festive pre-party featuring video and music by DJ Jess and Set It Off Man Greginald Spencer. Keep a lookout for C.P. Lacey, the resident Executioner who sweeps bad talent off the stage!
Dec 11
Apollo Historic Theater
Amateur Night at The Apollo: Quarter Final
Known as one of New York’s most popular live entertainment experiences, Amateur Night at The Apollo attracts performers and audiences from around the world in a classic talent competition that has launched the careers of countless legendary artists, from Ella Fitzgerald, Luther Vandross, Lauryn Hill, H.E.R, Machine Gun Kelly, Jazmine Sullivan and more.
Join the fun with the weekly classic competition that sheds light on the careers of a whole new roster of stars. Be a part of the notoriously “tough” audience in an interactive evening unlike any other and lend your voice to decide who will “Be Good or Be Gone!” to win the triumphant grand prize.
Amateur Night at The Apollo sponsored by Coca-Cola, is hosted by the comedian Capone. Each show begins with a festive pre-party featuring video and music by DJ Jess and Set It Off Man Greginald Spencer. Keep a lookout for C.P. Lacey, the resident Executioner who sweeps bad talent off the stage!
Dec 14
Apollo Historic Theater
Amateur Night: Holiday Special
The Apollo Amateur Night Holiday Special showcases talented alumni of the show’s “Stars of Tomorrow” segment, spotlighting the young performers hoping to follow in the footsteps of Apollo Legends like Ella Fitzgerald and H.E.R., whose careers were launched on the stage of The Apollo.
Amateur Night at The Apollo sponsored by Coca-Cola, is hosted by the comedian Capone. Each show begins with a festive pre-party featuring video and music by DJ Jess and Set It Off Man Greginald Spencer. Keep a lookout for C.P. Lacey, the resident Executioner who sweeps bad talent off the stage!
Dec 18
Apollo Historic Theater
Amateur Night at The Apollo
Known as one of New York’s most popular live entertainment experiences, Amateur Night at The Apollo attracts performers and audiences from around the world in a classic talent competition that has launched the careers of countless legendary artists, from Ella Fitzgerald, Luther Vandross, Lauryn Hill, H.E.R, Machine Gun Kelly, Jazmine Sullivan and more.
Join the fun with the weekly classic competition that sheds light on the careers of a whole new roster of stars. Be a part of the notoriously “tough” audience in an interactive evening unlike any other and lend your voice to decide who will “Be Good or Be Gone!” to win the triumphant grand prize.
Amateur Night at The Apollo sponsored by Coca-Cola, is hosted by the comedian Capone. Each show begins with a festive pre-party featuring video and music by DJ Jess and Set It Off Man Greginald Spencer. Keep a lookout for C.P. Lacey, the resident Executioner who sweeps bad talent off the stage!
Feb 19
Apollo Historic Theater
Amateur Night at The Apollo
Known as one of New York’s most popular live entertainment experiences, Amateur Night at The Apollo attracts performers and audiences from around the world in a classic talent competition that has launched the careers of countless legendary artists, from Ella Fitzgerald, Luther Vandross, Lauryn Hill, H.E.R, Machine Gun Kelly, Jazmine Sullivan and more.
Join the fun with the weekly classic competition that sheds light on the careers of a whole new roster of stars. Be a part of the notoriously “tough” audience in an interactive evening unlike any other and lend your voice to decide who will “Be Good or Be Gone!” to win the triumphant grand prize.
Amateur Night at The Apollo sponsored by Coca-Cola, is hosted by the comedian Capone. Each show begins with a festive pre-party featuring video and music by DJ Jess and Set It Off Man Greginald Spencer. Keep a lookout for C.P. Lacey, the resident Executioner who sweeps bad talent off the stage!
Audition for Amateur Night
Amateur Night at The Apollo invites singers, dancers, comedians, rappers, spoken word artists, variety acts, and musicians to take the stage every Wednesday and compete for a grand prize of up to $20,000.
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Audition for Amateur Night at The Apollo anytime by completing the online audition form below. Those selected from the online audition have the opportunity to compete in Amateur Night at The Apollo.
Only one online audition per contestant. Multiple submissions will not be considered. No phone calls or emails please.
Only one online audition per contestant. Multiple submissions will not be considered. No phone calls or emails please.
Audition Requirements
• An “Amateur” is considered to be anyone who DOES NOT have a recording contract with a major label or studio.
• The Apollo DOES NOT provide travel to New York City or lodging for contestants for auditions or performances.
• Auditions should be in good taste with no profanity, including racial epithets or slurs (this includes the “N” word).
• Child Star of Tomorrow category age requirement: 5 to 17 years of age.
• Adult category age requirement: 18 years of age and above.
• No lip-syncing, singing along with track lead vocals, or post-production engineering of lead vocals permitted.
• The Apollo DOES NOT provide travel to New York City or lodging for contestants for auditions or performances.
• Auditions should be in good taste with no profanity, including racial epithets or slurs (this includes the “N” word).
• Child Star of Tomorrow category age requirement: 5 to 17 years of age.
• Adult category age requirement: 18 years of age and above.
• No lip-syncing, singing along with track lead vocals, or post-production engineering of lead vocals permitted.
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Grand Prize Offerings
Adult Category
Price
$20,000
Net
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Grand Prize Offerings
Child Category
Price
$5,000
Net
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Live auditions are held at The Apollo located at 253 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027 on Saturday, March 22, 2025. Please arrive early. Only the first 200 acts will be seen.
Audition Requirements
• An “Amateur” is considered to be anyone who DOES NOT have a recording contract with a major label or studio.
• The Apollo DOES NOT provide travel to New York City or lodging for contestants for auditions or performances.
• Auditions should be in good taste with no profanity, including racial epithets or slurs (this includes the “N” word).
• Child Star of Tomorrow category age requirement: 5 to 17 years of age.
• Adult category age requirement: 18 years of age and above.
• No lip-syncing, singing along with track lead vocals, or post-production engineering of lead vocals permitted.
• The Apollo DOES NOT provide travel to New York City or lodging for contestants for auditions or performances.
• Auditions should be in good taste with no profanity, including racial epithets or slurs (this includes the “N” word).
• Child Star of Tomorrow category age requirement: 5 to 17 years of age.
• Adult category age requirement: 18 years of age and above.
• No lip-syncing, singing along with track lead vocals, or post-production engineering of lead vocals permitted.
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Grand Prize Offerings
Adult Category
Price
$20,000
Net
profit
profit
Grand Prize Offerings
Child Category
Price
$5,000
Net
profit
profit
About
The Show
Introduced in 1934, Amateur Night at The Apollo is known as one of New York’s most popular live entertainment experiences. The classic talent competition attracts performers from around the world and has launched the careers of countless legendary artists, from Ella Fitzgerald to Lauryn Hill, H.E.R, D’Angelo, Jazmine Sullivan, and Machine Gun Kelly. Join the notoriously “tough” audience in an interactive evening unlike any other, and lend your voice to decide who will “be good or be gone” to win the triumphant grand prize of up to $20,000. Amateur Night is a family-friendly show, great for all ages, and also includes the Child Stars of Tomorrow competition where performers under 18 years of age vie for a chance to win $5,000.
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Meet the Amateur Night Team
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MARION J. CAFFEY
Producer
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CAPONE
Host
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C.P LACEY
Executioner
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GREGINALD SPENCER
Set It Off Man
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DJ JESS
Amateur Night DJ
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Michael Mitchell
Musical Director
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Dai Quan Davis
Drummer,Producer and Composer
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Matt Oestreicher
Guitar, Keys and Charting
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Reggie Young
Bassist
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WEEKDAYS
10AM - 6PM
SATURDAY
12AM - 5PM
SUNDAY
Closed
(212) 531-5305
The Apollo’s Historic Theater
233 W 125th Street,
New York, NY 10027
New York, NY 10027
The Apollo Stages at The Victoria
233 W 125th Street, Third Floor
New York, NY 10027
New York, NY 10027
*Tickets: Get tickets online through Ticketmaster.com or in person at our Box Office locations
*Groups Sales: To book your group of 10 or more, contact group.sales@apollotheater.org
WEEKDAYS
10AM - 6PM
SATURDAY
12AM - 5PM
SUNDAY
Closed
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