{"id":273817,"date":"2025-12-03T14:53:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-02T18:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/english-the-apollo-x-kwanza-jones-announce-culture-in-motion-a-national-roadshow-uniting-communities-through-arts-and-empowerment\/"},"modified":"2025-12-03T16:00:02","modified_gmt":"2025-12-03T20:00:02","slug":"the-apollo-x-kwanza-jones-anuncia-culture-in-motion-un-espectaculo-itinerante-a-nivel-nacional-que-unira-a-las-comunidades-mediante-el-arte-y-el-empoderamiento","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hispanicprwire.com\/en\/the-apollo-x-kwanza-jones-anuncia-culture-in-motion-un-espectaculo-itinerante-a-nivel-nacional-que-unira-a-las-comunidades-mediante-el-arte-y-el-empoderamiento\/","title":{"rendered":"The Apollo x Kwanza Jones Announce &#8220;Culture In Motion,&#8221; a National Roadshow Uniting Communities Through Arts and Empowerment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\"><![CDATA[\n\/* Style Definitions *\/\nspan.prnews_span\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\na.prnews_a\n{\ncolor:blue;\n}\nli.prnews_li\n{\nfont-size:8pt;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\n}\np.prnews_p\n{\nfont-size:0.62em;\nfont-family:\"Arial\";\ncolor:black;\nmargin:0in;\n}\n.prntac{\nTEXT-ALIGN: CENTER\n}\n]]><\/style>\n<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p class=\"prntac\"><i>The multi-million dollar initiative\u2013powered by\u00a0Kwanza Jones &amp; Jos\u00e9 E. Feliciano Initiative and the SUPERCHARGED Boost Bus\u2013advances a new era of cultural connection, creative excellence, and nationwide community uplift.<\/i><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">LOS ANGELES<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Dec. 2, 2025<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE\/ &#8212; On this global day of giving, Giving Tuesday,\u00a0<b>The Apollo<\/b> and acclaimed artist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist<b> Kwanza Jones<\/b> announced <b><i>Culture In Motion<\/i><\/b>\u2122, a new National Roadshow launching <span class=\"xn-chron\">January 2026<\/span> to expand the Apollo&#8217;s nearly 100-year legacy into communities across <span class=\"xn-location\">the United States<\/span>. Designed to strengthen cultural access and community connection, the Roadshow brings Apollo programming, creative engagement, and SUPERCHARGED<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> by Kwanza Jones empowerment experiences directly to neighborhoods nationwide.<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnevid43b2left\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\" title=\"Apollo x Kwanza Jones Presents Culture In Motion - Media provided by SUPERCHARGED\u00ae by Kwanza Jones\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" id=\"playerFrameVideo\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2836654\/Apollo_x_Kwanza_Jones_Presents_Culture_In_Motion_Coming_Soon.mp4\" width=\"512\" height=\"288\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"auto\" sandbox=\"\" data-poster=\"http:\/\/\" data-autostart=\"false\"\/><\/div>\n<p>Culture In Motion is the inaugural activation of the\u00a0<b>Kwanza Jones &amp; Jos\u00e9 E. Feliciano Initiative&#8217;s (Jones\u2022Feliciano Initiative)<\/b> <b>Producing Partner Program<\/b>. After a rigorous application and review process, The Apollo was selected as the first institutional partner for its historic role as a global cultural beacon and its ongoing commitment to community impact. The multi-million dollar investment reflects <b>Jones\u2022Feliciano Initiative&#8217;s transformational Impact Multiplier<\/b>\u2122 model, which goes beyond capital\u2013providing institutions with strategic guidance, creative support, operational expertise, and access to a powerful ecosystem of knowledge and networks. Guided by Co-Founder Kwanza Jones&#8217; belief that &#8220;<b>funding is the starting point, not the finish line<\/b>,&#8221; the model strengthens communities, expands institutional capacity, and multiplies long-term impact beyond Giving Tuesday.<\/p>\n<p>A signature feature of the Culture In Motion Roadshow is the <b>SUPERCHARGED<\/b><sup>\u00ae<\/sup><b> Boost Bus<\/b>\u2122\u2013 a custom mobile cultural hub designed to deliver Apollo artistry, creativity, and empowerment directly to local neighborhoods. The Boost Bus will transport The Apollo&#8217;s heritage, performances, storytelling, and legendary<b> Amateur Night<\/b> spirit into communities, meeting people where they are and giving them a powerful boost to go further.<\/p>\n<p>Building on that momentum,\u00a0<b>Culture in Motion blends the Apollo&#8217;s legacy with bold, future-forward innovation through four programming pillars<\/b>:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><b>Arts Access:<\/b>\u00a0Live performances, creative showcases, and Apollo-style programming<\/li>\n<li><b>Community Engagement:<\/b>\u00a0Collaborations with cultural institutions, schools, and grassroots organizations<\/li>\n<li><b>Empowerment:<\/b>\u00a0Activations that spark creativity, encourage innovation, and turn inspiration into action<\/li>\n<li><b>Legacy &amp; Innovation:<\/b>\u00a0Honoring The Apollo&#8217;s heritage while embracing new formats, technologies, and emerging voices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The Roadshow is co-produced by The Apollo in partnership with, and<b> led by, SUPERCHARGED by Kwanza Jones<\/b>\u2013the empowerment media and creative studio known for building transformative, high-energy experiences that spark courage, confidence, community, and action. SUPERCHARGED brings experiential design, creative production, and storytelling that bridge The Apollo&#8217;s iconic legacy with bold, next-era programming.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;<b>The Apollo has always been more than a stage\u2013it&#8217;s a space where people use their voice, own their power, and take action<\/b>,&#8221; said <b>Kwanza Jones<\/b>, Executive Producer, Apollo Board Member, Apollo Alum, and Co-Founder of the Jones\u2022Feliciano Initiative. &#8220;<b><span class=\"xn-person\">My Apollo<\/span> story started on the Amateur Night Stage<\/b>, <b>where I was encouraged to amplify my voice and my purpose. That&#8217;s the power of what The Apollo does\u2013it&#8217;s a place for all people.<\/b> I&#8217;m excited that <b>this Roadshow will help even more people create their own Apollo story\u2013one that starts right where they are.<\/b>&#8220;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;<b>Giving Tuesday is about strengthening community through generosity, and this partnership reflects exactly that<\/b>,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Michelle Ebanks<\/span>, President &amp; CEO of The Apollo. &#8220;<b>Through Culture In Motion, we are bringing the heart of The Apollo directly to the people across the country. <\/b>Together with Kwanza Jones, Jos\u00e9 E. Feliciano, and the SUPERCHARGED team, we&#8217;re opening fresh pathways for connection as we step into The Apollo&#8217;s next century. <b>We invite everyone to join us in celebrating and supporting this next chapter of our journey with the Apollo Roadshow.<\/b>&#8221; &#8220;<b>What I&#8217;m really excited about is that this partnership with Kwanza Jones, Jos\u00e9 E. Feliciano &amp; the SUPERCHARGED team will help advance our centennial strategy to continue to globalize The Apollo<\/b>,&#8221; said <span class=\"xn-person\">Joy Profet<\/span>, Chief Growth Officer, The Apollo. &#8220;<b>It&#8217;s groundbreaking! The Apollo has never done anything like this in 91 years.<\/b> As we make this come to life and reimagine what The Apollo experience will look like for the world, <b>I&#8217;m excited that this will live on beyond the reopening of the Historic Apollo Mainstage.<\/b>&#8220;<\/p>\n<p>In <span class=\"xn-chron\">January 2026<\/span>, the Culture In Motion Roadshow will hold a <b>send-off celebration <\/b>at <b>The Apollo in <span class=\"xn-location\">Harlem<\/span><\/b>. The tour will then officially <b>kick off<\/b> its cross-country journey in <b><span class=\"xn-location\">Los Angeles<\/span> during Grammy Week<\/b>, before traveling through vibrant cultural hubs across Southern and <span class=\"xn-location\">Northern California<\/span>, including:<\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Los Angeles, CA<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Long Beach, CA<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Inglewood, CA<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">San Diego, CA<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Santa Clara, CA<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">San Francisco, CA<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Oakland, CA<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"xn-location\">Sacramento, CA<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>From there, the multi-city tour will travel to major cultural centers, campuses, and community venues across <span class=\"xn-location\">the United States<\/span>, including <b><span class=\"xn-location\">Chicago<\/span><\/b>, <b><span class=\"xn-location\">Atlanta<\/span><\/b>, <b><span class=\"xn-location\">Miami<\/span><\/b>, <b><span class=\"xn-location\">Washington D.C.<\/span><\/b>, and additional stops to be announced. International destinations are under evaluation for early 2027.<\/p>\n<p><b>Follow the movement<\/b>. Communities or organizations interested in participating, collaborating, or hosting a Roadshow activation can <b>find details at <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4570843-1&amp;h=1928739947&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fboostbus.com%2F&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fboostbus.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/boostbus.com<\/a>. <b>Join us in moving culture forward: <\/b>#CultureInMotion and bring a #CultureBoost to your community.<\/p>\n<p><b>About The Apollo<br \/><\/b>The Apollo is an American cultural treasure. It is a vibrant non-profit organization rooted in the <span class=\"xn-location\">Harlem<\/span> community that engages people from around <span class=\"xn-location\">New York<\/span>, the nation, and the world. Since 1934, The Apollo has celebrated, created, and presented work that centers Black artists and voices from across the African Diaspora. It has also been a catalyst for social and civic advocacy. Today, The Apollo is the largest performing arts institution committed to Black culture and creativity. <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4570843-1&amp;h=580676062&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fapollotheater.org%2F&amp;a=apollotheater.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">apollotheater.org<\/a>\u00a0| @apollotheater | #ApolloRoadshow<\/p>\n<p><b>About SUPERCHARGED<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> By Kwanza Jones<br \/><\/b>SUPERCHARGED by Kwanza Jones is the future-forward creative studio and empowerment platform founded and led by multidisciplinary artist, investor, and philanthropist Kwanza Jones. Ignited by her signature formula\u2013energy + intention + impact\u2013 SUPERCHARGED creates dynamic music, innovative media, and transformational experiences that boost confidence, build community, and inspire meaningful action. Every project carries the imprint of Kwanza&#8217;s high-voltage vision and contributes to the growing Kwanzaverse ecosystem. The mission is simple yet SUPERCHARGED: elevate culture, expand human potential, and uplift humanity. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4570843-1&amp;h=2354469197&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fkwanzajones.com%2F&amp;a=kwanzajones.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">kwanzajones.com<\/a>\u00a0| @kwanzajones | #CultureSUPERCHARGED<\/p>\n<p><b>About Kwanza Jones &amp; Jos\u00e9 E. Feliciano Initiative<br \/><\/b>The Kwanza Jones &amp; Jos\u00e9 E. Feliciano Initiative (Jones\u2022Feliciano Initiative) is a private family office and impact organization founded in 2014 by life and business partners Kwanza Jones and Jos\u00e9 E. Feliciano. Guided by the belief that philanthropy is an investment\u2013not a charity\u2013the Initiative combines strategic investments with purpose-driven philanthropy to advance long-term progress. The work spans four pillars: education, entrepreneurship, equity, and empowerment. To date, the founders have personally committed more than <span class=\"xn-money\">$250 million<\/span> to catalytic efforts that strengthen communities, increase access to capital, and drive meaningful impact. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4570843-1&amp;h=2457764074&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fjonesfeliciano.com%2F&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fjonesfeliciano.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/jonesfeliciano.com<\/a>\u00a0| @jonesfelicianoinitiative<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpg67cfleft\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpg67cfleft\" title=\"Jones Feliciano Initiative Logo SUPERCHARGED\u00ae by Kwanza Jones logo The Apollo logo\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2836651\/Jones_Feliciano_Initiative_Logo_SUPERCHARGED__by_Kwanza_Jones_logo_The_Apollo_Logo.jpg\" alt=\"Jones Feliciano Initiative Logo SUPERCHARGED\u00ae by Kwanza Jones logo The Apollo logo\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpg7bbaleft\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpg7bbaleft\" title=\"The Apollo x Kwanza Jones - Image provided by SUPERCHARGED\u00ae by Kwanza Jones\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2836652\/The_Apollo_x_Kwanza_Jones.jpg\" alt=\"The Apollo x Kwanza Jones - Image provided by SUPERCHARGED\u00ae by Kwanza Jones\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div id=\"prni_dvprnejpg5677left\" dir=\"ltr\" style=\"width: 100%; text-align: left;\"><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"prnejpg5677left\" title=\"The Apollo, SUPERCHARGED by Kwanza Jones, and Kwanza Jones &amp; Jos\u00e9 E. Feliciano Initiative - Image provided by SUPERCHARGED\u00ae by Kwanza Jones\" src=\"https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2836653\/The_Apollo_SUPERCHARGED_by_Kwanza_Jones_and_Kwanza_Jones_and_Jos__E__Feliciano_Initiative.jpg\" alt=\"The Apollo, SUPERCHARGED by Kwanza Jones, and Kwanza Jones &amp; Jos\u00e9 E. Feliciano Initiative - Image provided by SUPERCHARGED\u00ae by Kwanza Jones\" align=\"middle\"\/><\/div>\n<p>Video &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4570843-1&amp;h=2250259376&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2836654%2FApollo_x_Kwanza_Jones_Presents_Culture_In_Motion_Coming_Soon.mp4&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2836654%2FApollo_x_Kwanza_Jones_Presents_Culture_In_Motion_Coming_Soon.mp4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2836654\/Apollo_x_Kwanza_Jones_Presents_Culture_In_Motion_Coming_Soon.mp4<\/a><br \/>Logo &#8211; \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4570843-1&amp;h=778777033&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2836651%2FJones_Feliciano_Initiative_Logo_SUPERCHARGED__by_Kwanza_Jones_logo_The_Apollo_Logo.jpg&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2836651%2FJones_Feliciano_Initiative_Logo_SUPERCHARGED__by_Kwanza_Jones_logo_The_Apollo_Logo.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2836651\/Jones_Feliciano_Initiative_Logo_SUPERCHARGED__by_Kwanza_Jones_logo_The_Apollo_Logo.jpg<\/a><br \/>Photo &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4570843-1&amp;h=220870905&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2836652%2FThe_Apollo_x_Kwanza_Jones.jpg&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2836652%2FThe_Apollo_x_Kwanza_Jones.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2836652\/The_Apollo_x_Kwanza_Jones.jpg<\/a><br \/>Photo &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/edge.prnewswire.com\/c\/link\/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4570843-1&amp;h=95013012&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2836653%2FThe_Apollo_SUPERCHARGED_by_Kwanza_Jones_and_Kwanza_Jones_and_Jos__E__Feliciano_Initiative.jpg&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fmma.prnewswire.com%2Fmedia%2F2836653%2FThe_Apollo_SUPERCHARGED_by_Kwanza_Jones_and_Kwanza_Jones_and_Jos__E__Feliciano_Initiative.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/mma.prnewswire.com\/media\/2836653\/The_Apollo_SUPERCHARGED_by_Kwanza_Jones_and_Kwanza_Jones_and_Jos__E__Feliciano_Initiative.jpg<\/a><\/p>\n<p>SOURCE  SUPERCHARGED<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"xn-content\">\n<p class=\"prntac\"><i>The multi-million dollar initiative\u2013powered by\u00a0Kwanza Jones &amp; Jos\u00e9 E. 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