BET is ready to bring Showtime At The Apollo back with a new twist. BET Network will be going on a 7 city tour for the new show ‘Apollo Live Lounge.’ The broadcast premiere will be on November 29th at 8p/7c. Check out inside for more details.
It’s been four years since production of Showtime At The Apollo ceased, but BET Networks is staging a revival of the popular show in the form of Apollo Live with its broadcast premiere on November 29th at 8p/7c along with a promotional tour to kick things off! This will be a historic re-launch of this iconic birthplace of legends and future
stars.
Apollo Live Lounge Tour Dates
Charlotte, NC: 11/24/12, 7pm – 9pm @ Tempo
Atlanta, GA: 11/26/12, 7pm – 9pm @ Museum Bar
Memphis, TN: 11/27/12, 5pm – 7pm @ The Ice Bar
Detroit, MI: 11/28/12, 7pm – 9pm @ Flood’s Bar & Grill
Chicago, IL: 11/29/12, 9pm – 11pm @ Funky Buddha Lounge
Philadephia, PA: 11/30/12, 9pm – 11pm @ Mezzanine SuperClub
The Apollo Theater shines for the next generation. Brought to you by the brilliant creative trio and executive producers Jamie Foxx, Marcus King, and Don Weiner who have now put a fresh spin on the classic “Amateur Night” variety show, Apollo Live which is a talent showcase and singing competition. The talented judges will include the legendary Gladys Knight, veteran emcee Doug E. Fresh, and New Edition’s Michael Bivins as judges and hosted by comedian Tony Rock.
Michael Bivins – The “Apollo Live Lounge” tour is coming to a city near you, transforming local venues in every tour city to capture the vibe and spirit of the historic Apollo Theater. Local performers will strut their stuff for a chance to win a Cash Prize! Similar to the classic Amateur Night at the Apollo Theater variety show, the topperformance will be decided by a live audience, whose cheers and jeers will determine who has what it takes to take the top prize! A trio of local celebrity judges will also be on hand to assist if necessary, as well as a live Emcee to keep the night moving and shaking!
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