Apollo Theater Education Program

09/20/2024

08/13/2024

Calling all educators‼️Announcing ELEVATE, a convening to explore Black Arts in Education!

Apollo Theater Education Program will gather teachers, cultural workers, administrators, and teaching artists to discuss the meaning, preservation, and future of teaching and learning centered on Black diasporic arts and culture.

This inaugural event will offer a generative space to integrate Black arts and culture within the larger curricula in K-12 and higher education. https://www.apollotheater.org/event/elevate-convening

08/09/2023

Best known for creating photo montages of performers that graced the stage and working as the house photographer for over 3 decades, this highlights the life and work of Gordon "Doc" Anderson.

Featured in this four-part series is Apollo's Archivist Brad San Martin in conversation with Harlem’s style icon Lana Turner, archivist Steven Fullwood, photo historian Rose Bishop, Baylea Anderson and the Anderson Family who shared their personal memories and collection of Anderson’s work.

Explore rarely-seen Apollo images and films taken by famed photographer Gordon “Doc” Anderson on the .

SWIPE to get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Photographs and Films of Gordon "Doc" Anderson.

https://www.apollotheater.org/event/live-wire-gordon-anderson/

05/30/2023

🌟 Join us on June 20th at 7PM ET for our latest Career Panel: CHAMP. 🌟

You don’t want to miss this sign-interpreted discussion featuring deaf artists of color who are redefining the performing arts.

Network with the trailblazers of deaf culture in dance, theater, and music and hear firsthand the steps they took to get to the top of their industries.

Tickets are free with RSVP. RSVP Here: https://www.apollotheater.org/event/career-panel-champ/


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04/25/2023

🚨 Calling all Rising High School Seniors! 🚨

Are you curious about the world of theater production? Do you love collaborating with other creatives? Applications are now open for our Summer Internship!

The Technical Stage Production Internship will provide you hands-on experience in lighting design, videography, audio engineering, carpentry, and more!

Don't miss this 💸PAID💸 opportunity to learn and work alongside Apollo staff!

Learn more and apply here: https://www.apollotheater.org/education/apollo-theater-academy/internships/technical-stage-production/

03/24/2023

On March 10th, we welcomed students and teachers to the for an - String Stories: The Roots and Fruits of the Blues. 🎶🪕🎸🎶

took the participants on a sonic journey, tracing the evolution of the Blues through its instruments and regional differences while also highlighting the women within this genre who have left an indelible mark on American music.

Learn more and register your school group for our next School Day Live performance on May 19th here: https://www.apollotheater.org/event/school-day-live-jazz-reach-stolen-moments/

📸: Marques Ruiz

03/14/2023

Over the weekend, our students had their final presentation and artist talkback.

Family and friends witnessed these young artists’ exploration of the theme— “Potential is Built from Kinesis” in this gallery style presentation.

Shoutout to this group of young people for their vulnerability and commitment to their artistry in this process.

02/08/2023

Applications for our Arts Administration Internship Program are now open! This is a 💸PAID💸 opportunity!

Are you a NYC-based High school senior interested in a career in arts and entertainment? Do you enjoy working on projects as part of a team?

Selected interns will work with Apollo Arts administrators for nine weeks and learn how to develop meaningful events and programs. Interns will also curate the concept for our signature summer event, .

Workshops and required work will be delivered on-site at the Apollo Theater for the majority of the internship.

Learn More & Apply here: https://www.apollotheater.org/education/apollo-theater-academy/internships/

11/11/2022

Check out our photo recap from this week’s Dance, NYC Street Style, and Hip Hop presented in collaboration with The Museum at FIT.

In a discussion led by FIT professor Elena Romero, Violeta Galagarza, and Safi Thomas discussed the relationship between hip hop, dance, and fashion and its transformation throughout time.

Members from dance groups, KR3TS (Keep Rising to the Top) and H+(The Hip Hop Dance Conservatory) also performed on stage demonstrating the evolution of hip hop dance from the 70's to the present day. Major applause to them for bringing the energy!

Check out the pics from the event

📸 Anthony Artis

11/08/2022

Applications are now open for the Digital Collective (DC), a Saturday program for high school students in the 10th or 11th grade that explores digital storytelling through multimedia platforms such as graphic design, production design, photography, videography, podcasting, and more.

This program teaches students how to tell compelling digital stories and provides the opportunity to learn from professionals who are excelling in creative industries.

Applications are open until November 28th at 10PM ET.

Apply Here: https://www.apollotheater.org/education/apollo-theater-academy/digital-collective/

10/25/2022

Last week, we welcomed educators both in-person and via Zoom to our Professional Learning Workshop: Camille A. Brown & Dancers. Presented in collaboration with we got the chance to share Camille A. Brown's pedagogy on social dance through group dance, discussion, and a live Q&A with Camille A. Brown & Dancers dance company.

If you would like to further explore social dance, join CABD and at New York Live Arts () on Sunday, October 30th at 3:45PM for the "Every Body Move & Groove Workshop."

RSVP here: https://form.jotform.com/222086867353059

📸 Anthony Artis

10/03/2022

Apollo School Tours and In-School Workshops are back for the 2022-2023 school year!

We have workshops in dance, theater, and music as well as interactive and inquiry based tours that give students a look into the legendary history of the .

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