Apollo Reviews

Wonderful, wonderful, wonderful! Felt like a huge house party you gotta go!!

Great time at the Apollo for my son's high school graduation

Here played Aretha Franklin, Celia Cruz, Etta James ... all the black divas of New York Harlem. A piece of the history of this New York neighborhood. Wednesdays are looking for new talents.

For those of us who lived the 80's. Here the Jackson Five were born. It is located in the heart of Harlem. A very picturesque area to visit, full of shops and stores in the mythical afro district of NY

The Monique show was very hilarious. Had a good belly full of laughs.

Historical been there many times and I always enjoy myself

This is my second time at apollo. The first for amateur night and the second for Holidays in Harlem Gospel. This theater knows how to get the crowd enthralled. The orchestra and mezzanine seating are both excellent. No where in the oreshestra is too odd an angle - ever seat is good. I would aim for mezze center if at all possible. Pictures here are from dead center mezz.

This was the best time I have ever had. The scene was so down to earth. The atmosphere is was lively. Staff was accommodating to the elderly. Their restrooms were very clean. All in all it was a great experience.

Very unorganized..waited in-line outside for 2 hours

If you get a chance tour the theater. Mr. Apollo provided historical content about not only the Apollo but Harlem. I love the educational programs that they provide for the community.

I had a wonderful time ast Fantasia's Christmas show. The seating space is cramped, however I had a good time.

Legendary and iconic Harlem theater. Unique portions of the theater s Amateur Night, which started in 1934 and still runs every wednesday.The live-talent competition helped launch the careers of James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Lauryn Hill and Michael Jackson and the Jackson Five, among others. Visit.
*****

It's an awesome place if you need a laugh, great atmosphere

The Apollo Theater is legendary. Do make it uptown to Harlem. It's actually not very far as you can take an express train there and most shows start early. One to definitely catch is Amateur Night on Wednesdays. It's just like what they used to show on tv but live in the flesh. Expect a range of talent from singing to dancing, all ages, and some not so talented. It's pretty funny and the energy will get you pumped. The theater itself is old, but restored, and in great shape. Lots of history in the place. You can feel it. Stay in town for a late bite. The whole area is pretty much gentrified and there is such great soul food around.

Awesome Show. Kimberly Adair is Awesome. Standing ovation. I can see her playing as ARETHA FRANKLIN.

Good information & entertainment at the Apollo. Keeps our African American musical history in the forefront!

I came here for my cousins graduation. Coming to the iconic Apollo theatre for the first time was so exciting. Everything was great except for the fact that everything was extremely disorganized. The staff wasn t very helpful and the second it was over we were basically shoved out of the theater. It was happening so abruptly that people were dropping wallets and bags all over the floor. I tried to be understanding because there was another graduation after. But we had finished ours long before our a lot time was even over. So I didn t get what the rush was about

What a show. One of our highlights to our weekly stay in NYC. The amateur night was such a laugh, saw some super nice rising stars.
If you have the chance, get yourselfs a ticket!!

The NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK show was great (as they are amazing)- very surprised how small the venue was. They seemed to have a lot of technically difficulties- started late and had issues throughout the show. My personal issue made my trip not an overall success. I am hearing impaired and wear hearing aids - I called the day I ordered tickets to request a hearing impaired device. I was informed they did not have anything available. When I requested to speak with House Manager he informed me they did and would have one for me when I arrived- from Boston. I got to the show and was handed the device I am used to using- the only difference was it had Ear Pods (go inside your ears) 90% of hearing impaired people depend on aids. All other venues have standard headphones available- to go over the aids. Needless to say I was very upset and missed a lot of the show because I could no hear them. I spent a lot of money/time/travel to be at this event and was unable to enjoy the whole thing. Reminded me that my disability is a problem when it should not have been. Yes it as an OLD theater but technology should not have anything to do with that. I do hope this review helps them to improve for future guests.

I saw a really amazing show at the Apollo Music Club, Yoli Zama, a singer/songwriter from South Africa. Lots of audience participation and engagement.

I love the Apollo, it's the best place, I love in Harlem, a place I never will forget

It's like taking a trip, back in time. Very informative. Famous actors, comedians, Stars have performed or, made cameo appearances.

I had so much fun at the amateur night at the Apollo! The crowd gets warmed up by the in house 'crowd warmers' until the house is on fire :-). The performances themselves were absolutely great and a pleasure to watch. And let's not forget that hanging out in such an iconic place as the Apollo Theater is an experience in itself. You definitely won't regret spending your evening at the Apollo!!

When you are in Harlem it's a must-see place where several musicians have performed as memories

#Anothermiracle, Just watching people touch the Log; is a trill to me.

Amateur night was great and the host Capone was funny!

Absolutely amazing venue, very intimate yet large enough for big name bands. Three floors of seating means there's great viewing angles no matter where you get tickets, and the sound is some of the clearest ive seen. A+ definitely check it out if youre in the NYC area

If you have never been to the Apollo Theatre, you must go at least once, especially if you are African-American. If you can't come to Amateur Night, then take a tour. I highly recommend it!

Awesome! Historical very friendly n knowledgeable staff

We could not enter but it was not possible to fly over a visit to the outside of this temple of black music that made history in the world ..... I loved to see the names of my favorite singers in his wall off hunger ... ..Harlem is a neighborhood that leads you to another New York

I love the Apollo I live in Harlem for more than 50 years and I love it

They do well in preserving the historic significance of the establishment with modern twists in performances, with crowd and performer energy making it always a fun time. When I go, I feel as if I'm in another era, re-living a different time when amateur nights could make or break a career. I love it here

Mythical room in Harlem, but no possibility to access it. The surrounding neighborhood is not interesting, not much to see around.

Best time ever. So much fun. Capone is hilarious love him everytime I see him!

Very intimate and iconic atmosphere. I went for a free Big Sean concert and it was very relaxing, fun and special because of the vibes that the theater itself holds.