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Featuring:
Abdel R. Salaam’s Forces of Nature Dance Theatre
With Special Guests:
Mumu Fresh, Marc Bamuthi Joseph, Harlem Children’s Zone and others
Hosted by:
Imhotep Gary Byrd
The tradition of Kwanzaa at the Apollo continues in 2020 on the Apollo Digital Stage! Since 2006, the Apollo Theater has celebrated Kwanzaa, bringing families and communities together from all of New York’s five boroughs. This year we have witnessed unprecedented disruption – a deadly pandemic, social unrest, economic tumult, an exhaustive presidential race and uncertainty around every corner. This digital gathering to celebrate culture, tradition, ritual and community in New York and around the country is more important than ever. Join us on December 27th and exhale.
Participants of the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa – Nguzo Saba:
Umoja – Unity – Duma Ndlovu
Kujichagulia – Self Determination – Javier Gooden
Ujima – Collective Work and Responsibility – Billy Mitchell
Ujamaa – Cooperative Economics – Sade Lythcott
Nia – Purpose – Camryn Bruno
Kuumba – Creativity – Kamilah Forbes
Imani – Faith – Chief Ayanda Clarke
This year, the we are proud to honor three families comprised of essential workers who embody Ujimaa: Collective Work and Responsibility. The Apollo salutes:
- Harlem Hospital Registered Nurses: Christine Velarmino and Sherise Bunche
- NYPD & Houston officers: The Brightmans
- United States Postal Service employees: The Pollards
Thank you for your service and for embodying the spirit of Kwanzaa all year round.
Featuring:
Abdel R. Salaam’s Forces of Nature Dance Theatre
With Special Guests:
Mumu Fresh, Marc Bamuthi Joseph, Harlem Children’s Zone and others
Hosted by:
Imhotep Gary Byrd
The tradition of Kwanzaa at the Apollo continues in 2020 on the Apollo Digital Stage! Since 2006, the Apollo Theater has celebrated Kwanzaa, bringing families and communities together from all of New York’s five boroughs. This year we have witnessed unprecedented disruption – a deadly pandemic, social unrest, economic tumult, an exhaustive presidential race and uncertainty around every corner. This digital gathering to celebrate culture, tradition, ritual and community in New York and around the country is more important than ever. Join us on December 27th and exhale.
Participants of the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa – Nguzo Saba:
Umoja – Unity – Duma Ndlovu
Kujichagulia – Self Determination – Javier Gooden
Ujima – Collective Work and Responsibility – Billy Mitchell
Ujamaa – Cooperative Economics – Sade Lythcott
Nia – Purpose – Camryn Bruno
Kuumba – Creativity – Kamilah Forbes
Imani – Faith – Chief Ayanda Clarke
This year, the we are proud to honor three families comprised of essential workers who embody Ujimaa: Collective Work and Responsibility. The Apollo salutes:
- Harlem Hospital Registered Nurses: Christine Velarmino and Sherise Bunche
- NYPD & Houston officers: The Brightmans
- United States Postal Service employees: The Pollards
Thank you for your service and for embodying the spirit of Kwanzaa all year round.
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Harlem residents, employees, business owners, and students can save 50% on tickets to select performances throughout the season. We welcome our local community to experience our signature programs, returning audience favorites, and thrilling new works by artists who are pushing the boundaries of their art forms while expanding the cannon of African American works. Restrictions may apply.
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Four wheelchair seating locations will be reserved until the day of each performance.Each seating level is accessible via the elevator inside The Apollo’s Historic Theater. Guests should be aware of the small steps leading toward the Mezzanine and Balcony seating levels. Depending on the guest’s ticket location for these two levels, additional walking may be required. If guests are not able to travel up and down steps, tickets for events should be purchased for the Orchestra level.
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Four wheelchair seating locations will be reserved until the day of each performance.Each seating level is accessible via the elevator inside The Apollo’s Historic Theater. Guests should be aware of the small steps leading toward the Mezzanine and Balcony seating levels. Depending on the guest’s ticket location for these two levels, additional walking may be required. If guests are not able to travel up and down steps, tickets for events should be purchased for the Orchestra level.
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The Apollo is here for everyone. Artists, audiences, and all supporters should be able to experience The Apollo fully and in a way that is comfortable for them.
The Apollo has taken comprehensive steps to ensure that entrances, seating, restrooms, and more are as accessible and compliant as possible. Learn more about accessibility options and support services that might be right for you.
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All persons and bags are subject to search. Bags that have passed inspection must fit comfortably under your seat. Oversized bags are prohibited.
No outside food or beverage. Accommodations are made for patrons with medical needs. Please email access@apollotheater.org or call the box office at (212) 531-5305 for assistance.
New York, NY 10027
New York, NY 10027
Accessibility
The Apollo is here for everyone. Artists, audiences, and all supporters should be able to experience The Apollo fully and in a way that is comfortable for them.
The Apollo has taken comprehensive steps to ensure that entrances, seating, restrooms, and more are as accessible and compliant as possible. Learn more about accessibility options and support services that might be right for you.
![A staff member wearing a black shirt scans tickets for two people dressed in masks and jackets at an entrance.](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/66149f879619e045e04cf320/661b4de9478d2158a7601d58_image%20409.webp)
All persons and bags are subject to search. Bags that have passed inspection must fit comfortably under your seat. Oversized bags are prohibited.
No outside food or beverage. Accommodations are made for patrons with medical needs. Please email access@apollotheater.org or call the box office at (212) 531-5305 for assistance.