Where Harlem, Culture, and Classical Excellence Meet
Harlem Collective Wins 2-Year Residency at the Apollo Victoria Theatre!
Black Broadway brings you into Harlem’s cultural renaissance — live performances, community programs, and exclusive content from the Harlem Boys Choir, Harlem Collective Opera, and Harlem Chamber Orchestra.
Black Broadway is a cultural movement rooted in Harlem — celebrating Black excellence in opera, classical music, and choral performance while building a powerful community ecosystem that connects artists, audiences, schools, churches, restaurants, civic leaders, and global culture lovers.
You don’t need to know anything about opera or classical music to belong here.
If you love culture, powerful voices, community, and storytelling — you are already home.
Welcome to Black Broadway
Black Broadway was created to remove fear and distance from classical music and opera.
There are no rules about what you wear.
No expectations about what you already know.
No gatekeeping.
This is not about tradition for tradition’s sake.
This is about access, excellence, and community.
Here in Harlem, we reclaim these art forms as living, breathing expressions of Black creativity — open to everyone.
“Whether you’re new to classical music or a lifelong fan, Black Broadway welcomes you with performances, experiences, and community you can enjoy without expertise or intimidation.”
Become Part of the Movement
Join as a Subscriber
Subscribers receive:
- Exclusive behind-the-scenes content and interviews
- Early access to performance releases
- Ticket discounts and priority invitations
- Member-only events and experiences
- Special offers from our restaurant and community partners
Membership begins at $9.99/month.
Join the Harlem Collective.
Experience Black Broadway.
Build the future of Black culture with us.
The Harlem Collective Ecosystem–
“How the Harlem Collective Works Together”
Black Broadway is one pillar of the Harlem Collective, a growing cultural ecosystem built to sustain Black arts, education, and economic opportunity.
Together, the Harlem Collective includes:
- Harlem Boys Choir — developing the next generation of global Black vocal leaders
- Harlem Collective Opera — redefining opera through Black storytelling
- Harlem Chamber Orchestra — bringing classical excellence to the community
- Mood Magazine & The Morning Show — our media and storytelling engine
- Education programs, community partnerships, and cultural experiences
- Restaurants, churches, schools, and civic leaders working in collaboration
This ecosystem is designed to create consistent opportunity, visibility, and economic circulation for Harlem and beyond.
Harlem Boys Choir nurtures tomorrow’s vocal leaders.
Harlem Chamber Orchestra presents world-class performance and community education.
Harlem Collective Opera expands representation and artistic leadership.
Mood Magazine & Morning Show tells the stories and amplifies impact. www.morningshownyc.org – www.morningshownyc.com “Watch exclusive behind-the-scenes segments from the Morning Show and Black Broadway performers — only for subscribers.”
- Exclusive behind-the-scenes content: Watch rehearsals, interviews, and insider moments from the Choir, Opera, and Orchestra.
- Live artist features: Meet the performers, staff, and mentors bringing Black Broadway to life.
- Subscriber-only highlights: Early access to performances, special segments, and curated content you won’t see anywhere else.
“The Morning Show brings Harlem’s culture straight to your screen — and Black Broadway is at the heart of it.”
Community partners (restaurants, churches, civic sponsors) sustain the ecosystem and expand reach.
The Black Broadway Season
Each season features live performances, cultural events, educational programs, and community experiences — all rooted in Harlem and shared with the world through live and on-demand content.
Through concerts, storytelling, collaborations, and partnerships, Black Broadway brings the community into the heart of classical music and brings classical music into the life of the community.
First week of every month starting February
• Wednesday: Harlem Chamber Orchestra — www.harlemchamberorchestra.org
Follow: @harlemchamberorchestranyc (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads)
• Thursday: Harlem Collective Opera — www.harlemcollective.org
Follow: @harlemcollectiveoperanyc (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads)
• Friday: Harlem Boys Choir — www.harlemboyschoir.org
Follow: @harlemboyschoirnyc (Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Threads)
All performances are presented live to a ticketed audience and professionally produced for on-demand release one month later.
Join the Harlem Collective.
Experience Black Broadway.
Build the future of Black culture with us.Black Broadway is not something you simply attend. It is something you belong to.
Partner With Black Broadway
Black Broadway offers partnership opportunities for:
Restaurants seeking new customers and cultural alignment
Churches seeking meaningful community engagement
Civic Leaders & Organizations committed to arts, culture, and economic development
Partnerships include:
- Featured placement across Mood Magazine and digital platforms
- Visibility at live events and performances
- Inclusion in subscriber promotions and experiences
- Direct engagement with a growing cultural audience
This is more than sponsorship.
This is shared investment in culture.
We are thrilled to invite you to join Black Broadway, Harlem’s historic and ongoing cultural campaign celebrating African American excellence in opera, classical music, and choral performance.
As a valued restaurant partner, you will:
• Gain exposure to thousands of culturally engaged attendees through digital advertising across the ecosystem
• Be featured in audience welcome messages and curated event promotions
• Align your brand with Harlem’s premier cultural movement and support the arts
Partnership opportunities are available at $500 or $1,000 per month, providing you with:
• Dedicated banner placement across our websites and digital content
• Visibility during performance weekends
• Direct connection with audiences who support African American art, music, and lifestyle
By joining, you become an essential part of Harlem’s creative renaissance, while supporting the artists and programming that make Black Broadway possible.
We would be delighted to discuss this opportunity with you further. Please contact us at [contact email / phone] to reserve your partnership.
“Join Black Broadway — Experience Harlem’s Cultural Season + Exclusive Subscriber Benefits”
Subscriber Benefits to Highlight (tied to site content):
- Early access to on-demand releases from performances
- Discount codes for tickets
- Exclusive interviews with artists in Mood Magazine digital editions
- Subscriber-only events (pre-show Q&As or meet-ups)
- Backstage audio/video content
THE BLACK BROADWAY TEAM
Jarvus Ricardo Hester — Founder & Host
Curator of the ecosystem and host of Single in the City, Inside the Opera House, and The Morning Show.
Larry Boggs — Wardrobe Master & Celebrity Stylist
Oversees wardrobe and styling for performances and provides behind-the-scenes fashion content.
Stephen B. Walters — Host/Mentor
Host Harlem Boys Choir auditions and mentor our kings.
Choreography Team
Designs movement for performances and provides rehearsal and training content.
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Buy now and fuel the arts in Harlem.
Black Broadway is Harlem’s leading cultural campaign celebrating African American artistry through live performance, digital media, and lifestyle programming.
We invite you to join as a civic partner to:
• Deliver welcome video messages to audiences attending performances
• Gain visibility on our digital platforms to connect with culturally engaged constituents
• Demonstrate your commitment to supporting arts, education, and community initiatives in Harlem
Partnerships are available at $500 or $1,000 per month.
Your participation will highlight your leadership and engagement while supporting artists and community programs that make Harlem a global cultural destination.
To confirm your partnership, please contact [email protected].
Black Broadway is Harlem’s cultural campaign celebrating African American artistic excellence in opera, classical music, and choral performance. We are inviting churches and faith institutions to join as partners, offering a unique way to connect with congregants and our audience.
As a partner, you will:
• Share welcome video messages with audiences attending live performances
• Gain digital visibility across our ecosystem of websites and social platforms
• Align your church with a cultural movement supporting arts and education in Harlem
Partnerships are available at $500 or $1,000 per month.
Join us in bridging culture, faith, and community, and be part of Harlem’s creative renaissance.
To participate, please contact [email protected].
NIGHTLY ON-DEMAND SERIES
8:00 PM EST | Monday–Sunday
Monday – DIY Kings
Men of color transform discarded items into fashion and home masterpieces. Creativity, problem-solving, and innovation meet art and design.
Tuesday – Live Well Fitness
Yoga, meditation, and fitness designed to enhance physical and mental wellness. Techniques merge creative lifestyle with holistic living.
Wednesday – Journey to Wellness
Artists and mental health experts share strategies and stories for emotional resilience, creative longevity, and wellness in the arts.
Thursday – Homegrown
Harlem’s local chefs, makers, and innovators showcase the neighborhood’s culinary and creative talent. Local always proves best.
Friday – Luxe Travel
Harlem Collective artists take audiences to luxury destinations and exclusive cultural experiences, both local and global.
Saturday – Satire Saturdays
Conversations with contemporary African American authors. Bold perspectives and cultural commentary that challenge and inspire.
Sunday – Restoration & Renovation
Watch furniture transformed into art. Every sale supports the arts — combining sustainability, creativity, and philanthropy.
WEEKLY LIVE PODCASTS
6:00 PM EST | Monday–Friday
Monday – Dear Mom, I’m Gay
Men of color share coming-out conversations with their mothers. Raw, heartfelt, and honest — fostering understanding, healing, and intergenerational dialogue.
Tuesday – Inside the Opera House
Behind-the-scenes access to Harlem Collective opera artists. Audiences see rehearsal, discipline, and the stories that shape Black opera excellence.
Wednesday – Single in the City
Real stories of dating, love, and relationships in Harlem. Humor, heartbreak, and insight from people living modern romance.
Thursday – Collected
Conversations with Harlem Collective, Harlem Chamber Orchestra, and Harlem Boys Choir artists. Discover their inspiration, creative process, and what drives excellence in performance.
Friday – Discover World Cuisine
A global culinary journey. Meet chefs, explore flavors, and uncover the stories behind each dish — combining food, culture, and storytelling.
Wednesday — Harlem Chamber Orchestra
Theme: “Midweek Magic”
• Teachers & Educators Night: Buy 10 tickets, get 1 free; include a backstage talk or Q&A with musicians
• Student Music Groups: Special pricing for school music clubs, band, or choir students
• Ladies’ Night: Girls’ night out – wine & cheese or dessert reception pre-show
• Corporate Team Nights: Book 15+ tickets and get a private meet-and-greet with orchestra members or conductor
Add-ons:
• Bundle with Mais Soufflé gourmet popcorn gift bags for groups
• Include digital download of highlights from the performance
Thursday — Harlem Collective Opera
Theme: “Opera Unplugged / Culture Night”
• Boys’ Night Out / Date Night: Purchase 2 tickets, get a wine tasting or cocktail pairing for two
• Opera Beginners’ Night: First-time attendees group discount + “Opera 101” pre-show talk
• Student & University Groups: Discounted tickets + free educational program / materials
• Family & Community Groups: Buy 10, get 1 free; include group photo on stage or lobby recognition
Add-ons:
• Include access to exclusive behind-the-scenes content for groups (wardrobe, rehearsals, character development)
• Bundle with Mais Soufflé holiday or event-themed popcorn packs
Friday — Harlem Boys Choir
Theme: “Feel the Beat Friday”
• Youth & Choir Groups: Discounts for school choirs, community youth organizations
• Family Night Out: Families of 4+, discounted ticket bundles, early arrival meet-and-greet with choir
• Community & Civic Groups: Discounts for church groups, civic associations, or neighborhood clubs
• Late Night / Midnight Experience: Special pricing for adults wanting a unique Friday evening with music and cocktails (if venue allows)
Add-ons:
• Group photo with choir and personalized shout-outs in social media posts
• Mais Soufflé bundle for each group (holiday, Valentine’s, birthday, or event themed)
Cross-Performance Promotions
• Season Pass Group Discount: Buy 5+ Virtual or In-Theatre Season Passes, get 10% off
• Mix & Match Packages: Groups can attend one of each — Orchestra, Opera, Choir — at a discounted rate
• “Black Broadway Experience Package”: Tickets + Mais Soufflé + Digital Mood Magazine subscription for groups
• Birthday / Celebration Packages: Birthday groups get recognition on stage or digital shout-outs, plus popcorn bundle
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Black Broadway affiliated with Broadway theaters?
No. It is a cultural campaign, not a commercial Broadway entity.
Why the name Black Broadway?
It is a culturally descriptive term reflecting Harlem’s historic role in African American performance arts.
Do subscribers get live access?
Subscribers receive discounts, but live events are ticketed separately.
When does on-demand content become available?
One month after live presentation.
How can I support Black Broadway?
Subscribe, attend performances, purchase Mais Soufflé, or become a partner.
