The world-famous Apollo Theater will transform into a calypso tent this Monday night as an all-star, cross-generational cast assembles in Harlem, New York.
Led by reigning National Calypso Monarch Machel Montano, the all-T&T cast will feature living legends Lord Nelson (Robert Nelson), nine-time Road March winner Superblue (Austin Lyons), former monarch (1997) Gypsy (Winston Peters), veteran humorous singer Crazy (Edwin Ayoung) and nine-time Chutney Soca Monarch Rikki Jai (Samraj Jaimungal).
The showcase will also feature Carnival 2024 Road March and Young King winner Mical Teja (Mical Williams), and former National Calypso Monarchs Kurt Allen (2010), Roderick “Chuck” Gordon (2014, 2015) and Karene Asche (2011). Joining them will be youngsters Aaron Duncan and Zachary Ransome.
Soca stalwarts Farmer Nappy (Darryl Henry) and Lyrikal (Devon Martin) will also appear. Meanwhile, extempo masters Calypso Nite, aka Myron B (Myron Bruce) and Black Sage (Phillip Murray) will showcase the art of lyrical war.
New York-based viral comedy sensation Majah Hype (Nigel Joseph) hosts the show, which caps Labour Day celebrations in the Big Apple. Read More
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