Hold ‘Em In Harlem

May 22, 6 PM At Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel

Play or watch poker games alongside the stars of stage and screen to support The Classical Theatre of Harlem at our famous annual fundraiser. This exclusive night includes:

Games (Poker, Blackjack and more), A Full Open Bar, Passed Hors d’Oeuvres, Prizes, and a Silent Auction.

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Bringing Black Voices to the Stage: Why Representation Matters in Classical Theatre

By Carl Cofield. Theatre has always been a mirror reflecting society’s triumphs and tribulations. Yet, for centuries, that mirror has often failed to capture the richness and diversity of all its audiences. The Classical Theatre of Harlem (CTH) stands as a beacon in the movement to change that narrative, drawing inspiration from Harlem’s cultural legacy…

2025 Season Announcement

The Classical Theatre of Harlem Announces 2025 Season and MEMNON Debuting in New York this Summer The Classical Theatre of Harlem (CTH), (Producing Artistic Director, Ty Jones) is excited to announce its 2025 season, which promises to be a year of celebration, exploration, and groundbreaking performances. CTH continues its tradition of producing bold, innovative theatre…

Changing The Face of American Theatre

The Classical Theatre of Harlem provides theatrical productions and theatre-based educational and literary programs at little or no cost to underserved communities in Harlem and beyond.

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ICONS: Harlem Renaissance in Motion

Unheard, unseen voices of this pivotal moment in American history are brought to life through half-hour radio dramas written by playwrights of color. Brought to you in partnership with Playbill, Broadway Podcast Network, and Venus Radio Theater. Hear a new episode every week.

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Behind The Curtain

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Single Petal of a Rose

Jazz virtuosos Jeremy Ajani Jordan and Mark Dover perform the iconic piece and speak about Duke Ellington’s genius inside the newly renovated Dorothy Maynor hall at Harlem School of the Arts.

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THE MUCK  |  A Radio Play

An idyllic journalist returns to his poverty-stricken hometown of the Muck in the American South to write an article about the forgotten suicide of his childhood friend, but in his quest to honor his friend’s legacy, he discovers he’s not the only one still hurting from this tragedy.

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