From NMAAHC — a celebration of the 75th anniversary of Harlem's famed Apollo Theater. Ain't Nothing Like the Real Thing: How the Apollo Theater Shaped American Entertainment features photographs and artifacts tracing the rich history and cultural significance of the theater from its origins in 1914 as a whites-only burlesque hall to its starring role at the epicenter of African American entertainment. Open through August 29, 2010 at NMAAHC's gallery on the second floor of the National Museum of American History.Apollo Events Calendar
An institution like no other, the Apollo Theater has spawned and nurtured the creative genius of some of America's most famous stars of dance, comedy, and the musical genres of swing, cool jazz, bebop, rock 'n' roll, rhythm and blues, gospel, Latin, and hip-hop. What better way to celebrate this milestone in American entertainment history than to present a series of discussions and performances filtered through the Apollo's lens?Our upcoming programs are free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase and signing after author events. For more information, call 202.633.0070.
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