Stephen Friedman

Nicholas Phan and Joshua Stauffer Come to the Stephen Friedman Gallery This Weekend
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2024

Stephen Friedman Gallery, New York and 21C Media Group will present Grammy-nominated tenor Nicholas Phan, with lutenist Joshua Stauffer, performing a program inspired by Tilted, the first solo exhibition in New York by British artist Sarah Ball.

Ford Foundation Gives $1.1 Million To U.s. Pavilion At The 60th International Art Exhibition Of La Biennale Di Venezia In 2024 
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2024

Ford Foundation presents a $1.1 million gift to support the US Pavilion at the 2024 Venice Biennale, featuring an exhibition by artist Jeffrey Gibson.

Mellon Foundation Gives $1 Million To US Pavilion At 2024 Venice Biennale
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 26, 2024

Today, Portland Art Museum (PAM) in Oregon and SITE Sante Fe (SITE) in New Mexico, the commissioning institutions of the U.S. Pavilion at the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, announced that the Mellon Foundation will serve as the presenting sponsor for Jeffrey Gibson: the space in which to place me thanks to a lead gift of $1 million.  

Rare Look at Preeminent Painter Denzil Forrester to Open at ICA Miami This April
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2023

The vibrant paintings of preeminent Caribbean British artist Denzil Forrester are the subject of a major survey this April at the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami (ICA Miami).

Tom Friedman's 10-Foot Tall Sculpture LOOKING UP to be Displayed at Rockefeller Center
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 20, 2021

Looking Up, a 10-foot tall stainless steel sculpture by American artist Tom Friedman, depicting a quasi-human figure gazing up to the heavens, will be displayed at the entrance of Rockefeller Center’s Channel Gardens located on 5th Avenue between 49th and 50th Streets, Manhattan, from January 20 – March 19.

Ovation and Journy Capture Premiere Dates for Two Seasons of CHASING THE SUN
by Kaitlin Milligan - Aug 22, 2019

Ovation and Journy Capture Premiere Dates for Two Seasons of Ovation, America's only arts network, has announced the dual premiere dates of both seasons of its latest docuseries Chasing the Sun. After the success of season one on JOURNY, Ovation's culture and travel-focused AVOD channel, the arts network will air back-to-back episodes of the first season starting on Thursday, October 3 at 7pm ET. Ovation, which partnered with Save Your Day Films and executive producer Stephen Friedman, will launch the second season on JOURNY starting on Wednesday, October 2. The coproduction marks Chasing the Sun as JOURNY's first original series.

Kanye West Announces Presidential Ambitions; Justin Bieber Has Triumphant Return - All the VMA Details!
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 31, 2015

Kanye West accepted the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award in a 13-minute speech in which he reflected on his life and work, artistry and consumer culture, not to mention his at times tenuous relationship with award shows.

Taylor Swift Leads 2015 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS- ALL the Winners!
by Sally Henry Fuller - Aug 31, 2015

Today's the day! MTV's annual Video Music Awards (VMAs) take place tonight at 9:00pm ET/PT. Hosted by Miley Cyrus, the event will air live from the Microsoft Theater, formerly Nokia Theatre L.A., LIVE in Los Angeles.

Justin Bieber Gives First-Ever Performance of New Single 'What Do You Mean' at 2015 MTV VMA's Tonight
by TV News Desk - Aug 30, 2015

Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Justin Bieber today announced that he will perform 'What Do You Mean,' the lead single from his highly anticipated new album, at the 2015 'MTV Video Music Awards,' airing tonight, August 30 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

Nick Jonas Performs New Song 'Levels' at MTV VMA Pre-Show Tonight
by TV News Desk - Aug 30, 2015

Pop culture and style icon Kelly Osbourne will host the hour-long 2015 'MTV VMA Red Carpet' live pre-show alongside MTV's own Sway and 'Girl Code Live' stars, Carly Aquilino, Nessa Diab and Nora 'Awkwafina' Lum tonight, August 30 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT leading into the VMAs at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

Justin Bieber to Perform 'What Do You Mean' at 2015 MTV VMAs This Weekend
by BWW News Desk - Aug 27, 2015

Multi-Platinum singer-songwriter Justin Bieber today announced that he will perform 'What Do You Mean,' the lead single from his highly anticipated new album, at the 2015 'MTV Video Music Awards,' airing Sunday, August 30 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

VIDEO: Pharrell, Demi Lovato & More Join MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS Line-Up
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 26, 2015

The performer line-up for the 2015 'MTV Video Music Awards' just got MAJOR.

VIDEO: Kanye West to Receive Video Vanguard Award at 2015 MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS; Watch Promo
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 25, 2015

MTV is set to award Kanye West with the VMA's highest honor, the "Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award," for his career-spanning groundbreaking videos, legendary VMA performances, and continued impact on music, art, fashion, and culture.

'Worth It', 'Cheerleader' Among Nominees for MTV's 'Song of the Summer' Award; Full List!
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 18, 2015

MTV announced today the nominations for the socially-voted category, Best Song of the Summer, presented by Samsung Galaxy Tab S2.

MTV Reveals Redesigned VIDEO MUSIC AWARD Moonman; New Promo!
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 17, 2015

MTV has teamed up with world-renowned fashion designer Jeremy Scott to redesign the MTV Moonman for the 2015 “MTV Video Music Awards” airing on LIVE on Sunday, August 30 at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT on MTV.

Nick Jonas to Perform New Song 'Levels' at MTV VMA Pre-Show
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 13, 2015

Pop culture and style icon Kelly Osbourne will host the hour-long 2015 "MTV VMA Red Carpet" live pre-show alongside MTV's own Sway and "Girl Code Live" stars, Carly Aquilino, Nessa Diab and Nora 'Awkwafina' Lum on Sunday, August 30 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT leading into the VMAs at 9:00 p.m. ET/PT.

The Weeknd to Perform on MTV VIDEO MUSIC AWARDS, 8/30
by Caryn Robbins - Aug 4, 2015

On the heels of his highly anticipated music video for "Cant Feel My Face," critically acclaimed singer-songwriter, The Weeknd will make his "MTV Video Music Awards" debut

MTV Greenlights Second Season of Hit Drama SCREAM
by Caryn Robbins - Jul 29, 2015

MTV today announced the second season pick-up of its hit series “Scream” with Dimension Television.

MTV Ups Mina Lefevre to Executive VP & Head Of Scripted Development
by Tyler Peterson - Jul 22, 2015

MTV, a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ VIAB, VIA), has promoted Mina Lefevre to the role of Executive Vice President and Head of Scripted Development, overseeing all scripted development and programming for the network. Since joining MTV in 2013 as Senior Vice President of Scripted Programming, Lefevre has launched hits including 'Scream,' 'Finding Carter,' and 'Faking It,' and is developing the forthcoming fantasy epic 'The Shannara Chronicles.' Lefevre will report directly to Stephen Friedman, President of MTV, alongside Lauren Dolgen, Head of Reality Programming and Executive Vice President of Series Development.

VIDEO: MTV's New Documentary WHITE PEOPLE Airs Tonight
by TV News Desk - Jul 22, 2015

How do you get young white people to talk openly and honestly about race? As part of its ongoing 'Look Different' campaign, MTV is encouraging the conversation with 'White People,' a new documentary from MTV and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, Jose Antonio Vargas, airing tonight, July 22 at 8:00 p.m. ET/PT on MTV. Watch the trailer below!