Experience James Baldwin’s powerful non-fiction writings like never before in The Baldwin Essays: As Much Truth as One Can Bear—an immersive multimedia experience created by composer and multidisciplinary artist Samora Pinderhughes at The Apollo Stages at The Victoria. As part of The Apollo’s James Baldwin centennial celebration, this groundbreaking performance weaves together songcraft, poetry, film, and Baldwin’s own words from works like Notes of a Native Son and The Fire Next Time.
Through instrumental ensemble, small choir, and Baldwin’s timeless language, Pinderhughes invites audiences to grapple with the pressing questions of today while imagining new ways forward. Surrounded by beautiful soundscapes and poignant visuals, this transformative experience honors Baldwin’s legacy and inspires a deeper understanding of our modern world.
Samora Pinderhughes (Vocals/Piano/Keys)
Cleo Reed (Vocals/Audio/Guitar)
Josh Hari (Bass)
Brian Richburg Jr (Drums)
Frankie Leroux (Percussion/Production)
Julia Easterlin (Vocals)
Dani Murcia (Vocals)
Tajahniya Sapp (Vocals)
Jehbreal Jackson (Vocals)
Vuyo Sotashe (Vocals)
Nia Drummond (Vocals)
Experience James Baldwin’s powerful non-fiction writings like never before in The Baldwin Essays: As Much Truth as One Can Bear—an immersive multimedia experience created by composer and multidisciplinary artist Samora Pinderhughes at The Apollo Stages at The Victoria. As part of The Apollo’s James Baldwin centennial celebration, this groundbreaking performance weaves together songcraft, poetry, film, and Baldwin’s own words from works like Notes of a Native Son and The Fire Next Time.
Through instrumental ensemble, small choir, and Baldwin’s timeless language, Pinderhughes invites audiences to grapple with the pressing questions of today while imagining new ways forward. Surrounded by beautiful soundscapes and poignant visuals, this transformative experience honors Baldwin’s legacy and inspires a deeper understanding of our modern world.
Samora Pinderhughes (Vocals/Piano/Keys)
Cleo Reed (Vocals/Audio/Guitar)
Josh Hari (Bass)
Brian Richburg Jr (Drums)
Frankie Leroux (Percussion/Production)
Julia Easterlin (Vocals)
Dani Murcia (Vocals)
Tajahniya Sapp (Vocals)
Jehbreal Jackson (Vocals)
Vuyo Sotashe (Vocals)
Nia Drummond (Vocals)
STANDBY TICKET AVAILABILITY:
Online tickets for The Baldwin Essays: As Much Truth As One Can Bear are currently sold out. A limited number of standby tickets will be made available in-person on February 22nd. Tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis. The Apollo’s box office opens at 12 noon and is located at The Apollo Stages at The Victoria (233 West 125th Street between Adam Clayton Powell & Frederick Douglass Blvd).
Accessibility
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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.
