Howard Theatre

Before there was the Apollo in Harlem, there was the Howard Theatre in the nation’s capital. The nearly 102-year-old Howard officially lifts its curtain once again Thursday for a reopening gala after a $29 million renovation that began in 2010. Smokey Robinson, Savion Glover and Madeleine Peyroux will perform, along with Chaka Khan, Boyz II […]

Roland Martin talks with Dr. Sidney Ribeau, President of Howard University about the re-opening of the Howard Theatre. Dr. Ribeau discusses the historic significance of the the Howard Theatre and it’s connection to Howard University.

After more than 30 years of restless waiting and a $29 million renovation project, the illustrious Howard Theatre is back in action. Monday, the streets of D.C. experienced an outpouring of laughter, cheers, and jubilation as people crowded to watch the ribbon cutting to reopen the historical landmark. Supporters including comedian/activist Dick Gregory to Mayor […]