Music · 1934 · Ella Fitzgerald

Ella Fitzgerald at the Apollo

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253 West 125th Street, New York, NY 10027

The Apollo's official history records Ella Fitzgerald among the early Amateur Night winners who launched their careers on the Harlem stage.

verified research record · reviewed 2026-09-27

Actual: Apollo Theater, Harlem
Depicted: Amateur Night performance

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