Apollo Reviews

Beautiful place
Would go there for a show

Amazing to see staff were too busy talking to one another to be of any assistance.

I have lived in the Harlem area for over 13 years and have never been to the Apollo. I loved the fact that the Apollo helped host the #stepitupnyc for the youth into performing arts. The show was amazing.

On vacation got souvenirs for friends and family members.

Great place to see a show but they ran out of beer for a metal show.

So cool to be standing in front of this historic spot! Next time, I'll take the tour

The Apollo just one of historian site that was on my bucket list.

atmospheric place where he started his career Michael Jackson

The Apollo Theatre continues to be an inviting space for entertainment.

Must visit place, great historical value 125th Street

The history, the shows, the people and great customer service.

Smaller than expected from what I've seen on TV. The event I attended was packed and enjoyable. The seating was not however. I'm 6'0" and my knees were killing me after about an hour. I decided to stand in the back for the next two hours.

Its reasonable for every one......but quality is very poor..... inside of theater not clean and picture quality is also poor .........

So much magic here. You have to check out amateur night!

What a place, stunning ... I've been there twice, first years ago for amateur night, second time few days ago for Alicia Olatuja's concert, both great shows... wish I lived in NY to go there every week :-)

Most enjoyable experience. Host Capone was a "gracious host." Loved the positive vibes.

Fun time! I went to see Amateur night. Only downside is that the women's bathroom is very tiny.

Inescapable mythical place in the heart of New York, must see

Went here to see Will Smith and Martin Lawrence Bad boys for life interview

STAFF WAS VERY PLEASANT. JUST RECEIVED TWO TICKETS FOR "THE NEW JACK SWING" SHOW ON DECEMBER 9TH AT THE 9:00PM SHOW. WE IN THE BUILDING.

Classic Box tickets were cool, but a little awkward.

A great theater for entertainment and enjoyment. There is even Amatuar nights for people to perform on stage every Wednesday nights.

Line went down the block around the corner. The sound system had no control of The Mic sound throughout the entire concert. $4 for M&M, what's up with some Pop Corn.

But Apollo has been a bastion of colorful artists from the beginning of the century until today

Historic non profit theater. It s small enough that every seat is terrific. Has a wide range of interesting shows.

Great historical venue. Good sound. Most ofctge balcony seats are good. Very intimate environment.

Never seen a bad show here. Go on a tour by Mr. Apollo himself Billy Mitchell. Amateur Night is every Wednesday when it is in season.

It was an amazing experience. My son did so well and I can't wait to return.

Always a wonderful show. The best people and so much history. Met two women from Sweden and was able to speak with them in BECK. There is nothing funnier than watching people show just how much talent they not only have, but are willing to share with us.

Never been to the Apollo before despite living in NYC for 20 years. Was there on amateur night and didn t disappoint. Stiff cocktails.

Iconic theater, central location close to subways/public transit, commercial spaces/shopping, and restaurants/night life. The theater is always able to attract top talent, and there are always seasonal and ongoing/recurring shows and events - maybe most notably amateur night, which if the opportunity arises - is not to be missed. The theater is distinctive, with its own lived-in feel (though ongoing maintenance work has kept the space lively, and current), and audience participation is part of the appeal. Highly recommended.

The Apollo Theater in New York City is one of the most famous popular music clubs in the United States and one of the most relevant in the history of African American music in the United States, since great performers like Ella took their first steps Fitzgerald or Michael Jackson. An Apollo Hall had been founded in New York City in the mid-1800s by Civil War General Edward Ferrero as a dance hall. After its lease expired in 1872, the building was converted into a theater, which closed shortly after the turn of the century.

From 1914 the theater opened doors in a new location and was managed until the Second World War by several Jewish families. Since the Apollo first opened in New York, it has become one of that city's top adult nightclubs, especially when it was run by two of the most influential people in its field - Jules Hurtig and Harry. Seamon. Open only to white spectators, Hurtig and Seamon's New Burlesque Theater would remain in operation until 1928 when Bill Minsky took it over and transformed it into the Apollo Theater on 125th Street. Sidney S. Cohen, a powerful theater owner, bought the Apollo in 1932, after Minsky's death. The Apollo Theater finally opened its doors to the African American public in 1934, 20 years after the first opening, presenting Jazz a la Carte. One of the first participants in the African American Amateur Night, a dancer who became a hit, was none other than Ella Fitzgerald.

Best place ever!!! Thank you Mr. Mitchell for sharing your wealth of knowledge.

Thank you for a great evening of entertainment, laughs and camaraderie. It's a great deal for entertainment. The lighting, talent of the house band, and emcees make it that much better. The theater is beautiful in itself.

Excellent show, Capone, Lacey even Christina at the bar! Thank you Apollo, love you

Classic place, it was smaller than I thought but so much soul!

Went for amateur night on Wednesday for a company outing. It was enjoyable and staff was helpful. There was mostly good talent; I would say you should go at least once. Not sure if I would go a second time (but it's a little out of my way for me).

I loved this place. I saw some amazing performances that I will never forget. My family and I will definitely come by again.

Bias review, because i love everything the Apollo stands for.

Omg the best experience ever everybody should make Apollo their bucket list place to go its a must.