This is a vintage-style concert showprint for Alan Freed’s “Rock ’N Roll” Halloween Party, held at the Apollo Theatre in New York City on Saturday, October 29, 1955.
Alan Freed, the legendary DJ credited with popularizing the term “rock and roll,” hosted this star-studded event featuring many of the biggest names in early rock and R&B.
Featured Performers Included:
The Cadillacs
Nappy Brown
The Moonglows
The Harptones
The Solitaires
Big Al Sears
The Dells
Sam “The Man” Taylor
The Red Saunders Orchestra
Details:
Event: Alan Freed’s Rock ’N Roll Halloween Party
Venue: Apollo Theatre, New York City
Date: Saturday, October 29, 1955
Time: 8:00 PM
Admission: $2.00
Condition: Excellent
Why This Matters:
Alan Freed’s concerts were defining moments in the birth of rock and roll, and this Halloween Party at the Apollo is a classic example of his groundbreaking shows. This showprint celebrates a pivotal moment in music history, bringing together early rock pioneers under one roof.
An essential collectible for fans of early rock and roll history and Apollo Theatre memorabilia.