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Maurice Hines Premieres Apollo Club Harlem Revue

The legendary Maurice Hines (Hot Feet, Guys & Dolls) who started out performing as a child with his brother Gregory Hines (R.I.P) at the historical Apollo Theatre, will take it back to golden days with his Apollo Club Harlem Revue.

Featuring performers of several kinds, Jazz singer Dee Dee Bridgewater, jazz performer Cecile Salvant, street dancer Storyboard P, and tap dancer Dormeshia, will be highlighted and supported by several dancers and musicians.

The show is like Cotton Club meets Idlewild in our minds and will premiere tonight at the Apollo Theatre with two other performances on Feb. 22 and 23.

Hines directed and choreographed the revue, and he will also be the host of the evening. It is meant to feel like a real-life nightclub so there won’t be any standard style orchestra seating. In its place will be nightclub table seating and table service will be provided.

You’re in for a real treat, especially since the costuming will be done by BroadwayBlack favorite, Project Runway star, and Tony nominee Esosa!!! He always dazzles things up just right. For more information on the show and tickets visit Apollo Club Harlem

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Drew Shade is a visionary creative force at the intersection of Black theatre, media, and culture. As the Founder and Creative Director of Broadway Black, Off-Book: The Podcast, and The Antonyo Awards, he champions artistic excellence and amplifies the voices of Black theatre artists with intention, heart, and unapologetic pride. His work has been featured in The New York Times, Playbill, Deadline, The Observer, and Apple TV’s Dear…, and he's collaborated with brands and institutions such as NBC, BET, Audible, Universal Pictures, SheaMoisture, The Public Theater, Signature Theatre, National Black Theatre, and more. He has also served as a cultural consultant and curator for countless Broadway productions for over a decade — establishing himself as a trusted voice and tastemaker in theatre and media. In addition to his work behind the scenes, Shade is a performer and creative artist in his own right, with credits including Classical Theatre of Harlem’s The First Noel at The Apollo, The Preacher’s Wife musical at The Alliance Theatre, and a Sondheim tribute concert at Carnegie Hall led by Tituss Burgess. He’s also lent his voice to campaigns for Google and continues to explore visual storytelling through photography — from red carpets to press coverage. Rooted in joy, justice, and the belief that Black theatre is both legacy and revolution, Shade continues to build platforms and shine light where it’s long been overdue — so Black artists are seen, heard, and celebrated on their own terms. “Have a belief in yourself that is bigger than anyone’s disbelief.” – August Wilson

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