Columbia Center for Oral History Portal > Oral history interview with Jane Jackson Harley, 2010Biographical NoteApollo Theater dancer; talent coordinator, Apollo Theater
Scope and ContentsBorn in Washington DC, adolescence in New York City. As the eldest daughter of Hal Jackson, met many performers and personalities at a young age, including Lena Horne and Ruth Brown. Fond memories of Ralph Cooper. As a talent scout and educator in DC public school district, reached out to young Black performers with support and advice. Has introduced 20,000+ acts to the Apollo as talent coordinator for casting of Amateur Night. Founded Kemet Productions non-profit talent scouting
SubjectsAccess ConditionsCopyright by the Trustees of Columbia University of the City of New York and the Apollo Theater Foundation, 2010
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