Michael Jackson: Harlem pays Tribute
Welcome to Harlem.
Welcome to the Apollo Theatre.
Both are mourning the passing of Michael Jackson, Along with pretty much the rest of the world.
The Apollo turned the adjoining wall into a tribute mural. It was raining when we arrived in Harlem, and the wall was covered in a plastic sheath.
The rain did not stop the tributes.
The rain eventually wore off, and the covers were removed.
People from all backgrounds came to pay their respects; I guess this shows how Michael Jackson’s music crosses various boundaries.
Outside the entrance to the Apollo, a shrine of sorts had been created, and people had gathered outside to leave notes, flowers and sing.
MJ memorabilia
The entrance. You can click some of the images below to read the messages.
Goodbye Michael.
Gay Pride Parade 2009: New York City
Highlights from the 2009 Gay Pride Parade in New York, New York.
Vince didn’t feel like moving out of the way for my first photo of the day.
We made friends with the fabulous Dollhouse girls and joined the main parade.
Once on the main parade route, I went up to road to see what other people were up to.
Supporters were out in force along the entire length of the parade.
Some last minute co-ordination before they join the parade
People from all backgrounds were present
According to this chap I look extra hot in sunglasses. Thanks!
the ‘Dancing with the stars’ float. Amazing dancing, I followed this just to watch the dancing for 15 minutes! At this point they were shacking out to Michael Jackson’s ‘Wanna be starting something’.
I’ve been to 3 Gay pride parades in London but this one was by far the biggest, most vibrant and multi-cultural parade I have been to so far. We’ll see how London Gay Pride 2009 goes next weekend.
FIN
Geeky stuff: Canon EOS 20D, 24-70 f2.8 lens
