BET is staging a revival of the popular series "Showtime At The Apollo" in the form of "Apollo Live." Executive producers Jamie Foxx, Marcus King, and Don Weiner are putting a fresh spin on the classic "Amateur Night" variety show. "Apollo Live" is both a talent showcase and a singing competition.

Judges include the legendary Gladys Knight, veteran emcee Doug E. Fresh, and New Edition’s Michael Bivins. Hosted by comedian Tony Rock, "Apollo Live" promises to entertain with a bevy of special guest appearances and performances.

The "Apollo Live Lounge" tour will transform local venue...

The Apollo Theater is famous for being the birthplace of legends and home of future stars. Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Sammy Davis, Jr., Michael Jackson, Bill Cosby, Gladys Knight, Luther Vandross, Lauryn Hill, and many others began their road to stardom on the Apollo's stage.

BET is staging a revival of the popular series "Showtime At The Apollo" in the form of "Apollo Live" and a tour that is coming to a city near you. Executive producers Jamie Foxx, Marcus King, and Don Weiner are putting a fresh spin on the classic "Amateur Night" variety show with "Apollo Live." The program is bo...