It has been an honor to lead this organization through two decades of outstanding performances, transformative educational programs, and civic advocacy,” said Jonelle Procope.

“For nearly nine decades, the Apollo has been a welcoming home for artists of color, a tireless advocate for Black culture and creativity, and a galvanizing force for the performing arts in New York and across the U.S. A search committee of the Apollo Board of Directors will launch a national search for Procope’s successor this fall. She will work with the Apollo Board of Directors and senior leadership team to ensure a smooth transition to the next president and CEO. Over the next nine months, Procope will continue to spearhead the Apollo Rising 2.0 campaign, the completion of the Apollo’s Victoria Theater, and Apollo’s fall 2022 and spring 2023 seasons. 125th Street.īecome a Harlem Insider - Sign-Up for our Newsletter! To date, the Apollo has raised $63 million, which includes a $10 million grant from Governor Kathy Hochul and the State of New York, and $15.7 million in support from the City of New York for the first full-scale renovation of the non-profit’s landmarked home at 253 W. Phillips also announced today that it is approaching the completion of the institution’s $70 million capital campaign. To further solidify the foundation and future of the Apollo, Procope, Campaign Chair Dick Parsons and Apollo Board Chair Charles E. Throughout her tenure, the Apollo has also served as an anchor for the revitalization of legendary 125th Street in Harlem and as a center for community and national discourse. Procope’s leadership, first as a member of the board and then as president and CEO, has transformed a venue that was in disrepair into an internationally recognized cultural institution, expanding it into the largest African American performing arts presenting organizations with one of the most diverse boards and audiences in the country. Jonelle Procope, President and CEO of the Apollo, announced today that after two decades of leading the iconic cultural and civic non-profit dedicated to providing a platform for Black creativity, she will step down on June 30, 2023.

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