The Apollo Seeks General Manager, Campus and Event Operations Ahead of 2027 Reopening
The Apollo Theater Foundation is on the lookout for a General Manager to oversee Campus and Event Operations as part of its Apollo Rising 2.0 initiative, which has a budget of $100 million. This position, reporting to CEO Michelle Ebanks, will manage theater operations, guest services, and production, supervising four direct reports. Currently, the Apollo is in the midst of a 21-month renovation, set to reopen in early 2027 with six venues and an expected weekly attendance of 25,000. Ideal candidates should possess over 15 years of experience in live events or venue management, along with P&L responsibility and familiarity with unionized environments. The salary ranges from $250,000 to $275,000, excluding benefits, with applications due by October 16, 2026. Established in 1934, The Apollo is the foremost performing arts institution focused on Black culture.
Key facts
- The Apollo created the new position of General Manager, Campus and Event Operations, reporting to CEO Michelle Ebanks.
- The role oversees theater operations, guest operations, production, facilities, retail, catering and concessions, venue rentals, and event execution.
- The Apollo reopens in early 2027 after an extended 21-month renovation and reconstruction.
- The full campus will include six distinct venues, including the 1,500-capacity Historic Theater and the 199-seat Theater 1 and 99-seat Jonelle Procope Theater at the Apollo Stages at The Victoria.
- Weekly attendance is projected at upwards of 25,000 visitors once the Historic Theater reopens.
- The Apollo Rising 2.0 capital campaign raised $100 million.
- The salary range is $250,000–$275,000, with applications encouraged by October 16, 2026.
- TOC Arts Partners leads the search, headed by Senior Strategist Brenna Thomas.
Entities
Artists
- Michelle Ebanks
- Brenna Thomas
- Jonelle Procope
Institutions
- The Apollo
- The Apollo Theater Foundation, Inc.
- Apollo Stages at The Victoria
- Kennedy Center Awards
- TOC Arts Partners
- Local One
- Local 802
- Local 751
- ArtsJournal
- Apollo Theater
- The Apollo Stages at The Victoria
Locations
- New York City
- United States
- New York State
- Harlem
- New York