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The Ultimate Battle Returns: Battle in the Apple 2025

BROOKLYN, NY – More than 1,200 young performers are gearing up for this year’s Battle in the Apple, the largest HBCU-style competition in New York for over 15 years. This high-energy event showcases the best of marching bands, drumlines, majorettes, and dance teams in an electrifying three-day showdown.

This year’s event marks a significant moment as Tyrone “Ty” Brown, the event’s founder, returns to New York for the first time since his stroke recovery. While he will not be hosting this year, his presence will be a powerful testament to the resilience and passion that define Battle in the Apple.

Schedule of Events

📅 March 14 | 7:00 PM – Step & Hip-Hop Dance Competition
(Doors open at 6:00 PM)
Performers from across the city, ranging from ages 5 to 18, will showcase dynamic step routines, high-energy dance battles, and thrilling choreography set to pulsating music.

📅 March 15 | 10:00 AM – Drumline Battle
(Doors open at 9:00 AM)
New York’s top drumlines will compete in a test of rhythm, precision, and showmanship. Expect dazzling cadences and exhilarating performances from the best young percussionists in the city.

📅 March 15 | 4:00 PM – Majorette Competition
(Doors open at 3:00 PM)
Majorette teams will light up the stage with intricate routines, gravity-defying stunts, and unmatched energy, bringing the electrifying spirit of HBCU-style dance to Brooklyn.

📅 March 16 | 11:00 AM – Brooklyn United Showcase
(Doors open at 10:00 AM)
A special finale featuring participants from Brooklyn United’s afterschool and Saturday Academy programs, showcasing the culmination of months of training, hard work, and artistic excellence.

Battle in the Apple is more than just a competition—it’s a movement that empowers young artists to showcase their talents in front of a supportive audience of peers, family, and the community. The event is an extension of Brooklyn United Music and Arts, which has been dedicated to youth development through performance for over a decade.

Expect breathtaking choreography, thrilling musical battles, and an atmosphere charged with excitement as teams from across the country come together to compete for the title of “Best of New York.”

For tickets and more information, visit: battleintheapple.live
For media inquiries, contact: bkunitedmb@gmail.com

About Battle in the Apple

Battle in the Apple is the premier event of Brooklyn United Music and Arts, offering young performers a platform to develop their artistry, discipline, and teamwork. It is a celebration of talent, culture, and community, drawing thousands of spectators each year.

Join us for a weekend of unforgettable performances and fierce competition!