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School Day Live features a live performance called Black Gumbo that brings together stepping, gospel, Indigenous dance, and Zydeco. Each performance is described as its own ingredient that together becomes “Mary's gumbo - our collective Gumbo.”
• Ages: 8–18 years old
• Schedule: May 14 at 10:30 AM
The Apollo describes Black Gumbo as an experience of a living collage of stepping, gospel, Indigenous dance, and Zydeco. The Apollo is an American and global cultural and creative catalyst, dedicated to amplifying Black artistic excellence, innovation, and community through transformative performances, education, and advocacy. The Apollo had its gala opening on January 26, 1934. By 1937, The Apollo is described as the largest employer of Black theatrical workers in the United States and the only theater in New York City hiring Black people in backstage positions. During World War II, The Apollo set aside 35 tickets daily for soldiers, and Tuesdays at the USO were called “Apollo Night.” The Apollo is described as an American cultural treasure and as the largest performing arts institution committed to Black culture and creativity. The Apollo launched the first physical expansion in its history with the opening of The Apollo Stages at The Victoria.
Last updated May 6, 2026.
• Ages: 8–18 years old
• Schedule: May 14 at 10:30 AM
The Apollo describes Black Gumbo as an experience of a living collage of stepping, gospel, Indigenous dance, and Zydeco. The Apollo is an American and global cultural and creative catalyst, dedicated to amplifying Black artistic excellence, innovation, and community through transformative performances, education, and advocacy. The Apollo had its gala opening on January 26, 1934. By 1937, The Apollo is described as the largest employer of Black theatrical workers in the United States and the only theater in New York City hiring Black people in backstage positions. During World War II, The Apollo set aside 35 tickets daily for soldiers, and Tuesdays at the USO were called “Apollo Night.” The Apollo is described as an American cultural treasure and as the largest performing arts institution committed to Black culture and creativity. The Apollo launched the first physical expansion in its history with the opening of The Apollo Stages at The Victoria.
Last updated May 6, 2026.
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