Jerry Roebuck

Jerry Roebuck is a native Harlem resident. He has spent his lifetime teaching and providing business opportunities for young and old alike. His life reflects a commitment to attaining entrepreneurial success, both for himself and others. At the early age of 12 he was already holding street fairs in Harlem. By his late teens he was hosting parties and soon became one of NYC's biggest club promoters of the disco era. By the early 1980's he was one of the first promoters of rap music, teaming up with Russell Simmons to produce some of NYC's legendary early Hip Hop parties. His success led to Kurtis Blow signing with Polygram Records, becoming the first rap record recorded by a major record company.

His development as an Artist Manager enabled Jerry to branch out into other business areas. His innovative ideas created one of the biggest events in the history of Black America, the "Black Expo". This enterprise has been held in over 22 US cities including Los Angeles, Atlanta, Washington D.C., Detroit, Miami, and New York City.

Today he ventures into urban theatre. This is an exciting new genre of stage plays that depict the full Black experience. He is bringing new theatrical techniques to many urban audiences and a wider exposure to the theatre for many who have not previously enjoyed this form of entertainment.

"The Harlem Coffee Shop" is a performance with a rich mixture of characters. It provides a fun evening for the entire family while telling a funny, yet powerful story of human relationships. Jerry has set off on a new journey, so come and join him at the "Harlem Coffee Shop" coming soon to a city near you.

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