North Shore Entertainment (Firm)

A revealing, honest, and comprehensive portrait of an American legend, from his boyhood in Hoboken, NJ through his phenomenal career as a singer and actor.

In the 1920s, African-American literature, art, music, dance, and social commentary flourished in Harlem, in uptown New York City. This cultural movement, which redefined African-American expression, became known as the Harlem Renaissance. Music became the centerpiece that this movement was built around, launching an artistic awakening rather than a social revolt. Featuring commentary from historians and the performers themselves, this program traces...