Apollo Theater Open House Weekend

Featuring dance, music, film, tours, health screenings, and family workshops.

Saturday: Community Dance,12 noon - 5pm
A salute to the dance genres and greats that have graced the Apollo Theater’s stage.  Enjoy performances and dance lessons taught by Ballet Hispanico, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Forces of Nature Dance Theatre, Millennium Dance Company and Amateur Night at the Apollo winner Devastation Dance Crew. Hosted by the Apollo’s Billy Mitchell with personalities from Fox 5 and the Amsterdam News.

Family Dance Party 
Apollo Soundstage, 12 noon - 3pm
Dancer and choreographer Mickey Davidson leads family workshops in classic dances from the 1930s, 40s, 50s and 60s such as the Lindy-Hop, Boogie Back,Twist, Cool Jerk and Hand Jive.  During this Family Workshop, children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Adults must be accompanied by a child. This workshop is appropriate for ages 5 and over.  Space is limited. Pre-registration is strongly suggested via www.ApolloEducation.org

COMMUNITY JAM:  SUNDAY, FEB 5
Apollo Theater, 12 noon - 5pm
It's a celebration of music and instruments featuring Amateur Night contestants the Professor (Blues) and Mavis SWAN Poole & Soul Understated (R&B), Apollo Music Café artists Bugnanas (Hip-Hop), MTA MUNY’s The Body Electric (Afro-Pop), Refining Faith (Gospel), and Speaking in Rhythms (World Music). Hosted by the Apollo’s Billy Mitchell with personalities from WHCR-FM.

Family Instrument Making Workshop
Apollo Soundstage, 12 noon - 3pm
Musician Kevin Hylton and visual artist Miah teach participants how to create and decorate handmade instruments.  During this Family Workshop, children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Adults must be accompanied by a child. This workshop is appropriate for ages 5 and over.  Space is limited. Pre-registration is strongly suggested via www.ApolloEducation.org

Pre-registration is required for some activities. Please check the website for further information.