Tubi Takes Over As May Becomes Most-Watched Month Ever
Tubi is beating many paid streaming services in terms of viewership.
Tubi is on the rise with its popularity. The free video streamer just had its most-watched month ever, beating out Max, Disney+, and other major streamers for viewership in May.
The Fox-owned video-on-demand service uses ads to provide free content for its users. Last month, it nearly doubled its watchers from a year ago, with Nielsen Data reporting an average audience of 1 million. Tubi is seeing considerable success in the competitive streaming market with this 46% jump, according to The Los Angeles Times.
On the other hand, Disney+ fell shy of eclipsing Tubi with only 969,000 viewers for last month. Other streamers that lagged behind were NBCUniversal’s Peacock and Paramount+. Tubi also reigns supreme even in the free market, dominating over the Roku Channel and Pluto TV. However, it could not best YouTube TV.
Tubi attributes this recent success to the rising cost of paid subscriptions, many of which still have ads incorporated in some of their cheaper plans. The company’s chief content officer, Adam Levinson, believes these upcharges have only pushed more viewers toward Tubi’s free alternative.
“Of course, those are things that are going to positively impact us,” shared Lewinson, in an interview re-shared by the news outlet.
The company itself was founded in 2017 before being acquired by Fox for $440 million three years later. Its catalog features 250,000 television episodes and movies. Moreover, it has become a hub for Black filmmakers as well. The platform hosts Village Roadshow’s Black Noir Cinema initiative, which produces Blackploitation-style films.
Tubi has also shown revenue growth in its third quarter. Fox reported that the free ad-supported streamer rose to 22% in revenue, despite a slow advertising market.
“Tubi continues to pull ahead from its (ad-supported video on demand) competition and post faster than expected growth,” detailed a report shared by analysts at research firm MoffettNathanson.
The streamer hopes to capitalize on its success as it expands into original scripted content. Its first original series is set to launch this fall.
Montgomery Reveals City’s First Life-Size Statue Of Martin Luther King Jr.
The statue will stand close to the newly-erected one of Rosa Parks.
Alabama is now paying major homage to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in its capital city of Montgomery. The birthplace of the famous Bus Boycott has unveiled its first life-size statue of the famed activist.
Community members gathered at the Legacy Plaza in Montgomery in June to see the Equal Justice Initiative reveal the statue. This new work will stand close to the city’s recently established statue of Rosa Parks. King’s daughter, Bernice, also took part in the unveiling ceremony.
The artwork was sculpted by Basil Watson, a native of King’s hometown. The Atlanta-based artist wanted viewers to take away a sense of hope from his creation, just as many have from King’s speeches.
“We can’t build by destroying,” explained Watson about his work to WSFA. “We have to build by building…have to look at the positives and have a positive outlook on where we’re going and where we’re coming from.”
King was a prominent fixture in Montgomery as he led the fight for racial equality in the nation. In the southern city specifically, King wrote a 1958 memoir titled Stride Toward Freedom on his experience during the bus boycott.
He illuminated their cause while serving as president of the Montgomery Improvement Association, which was in charge of the movement. According to those currently in Montgomery, King’s place next to Parks, considered the mother of the boycott, felt long overdue.
At the ceremony, his daughter spoke of the statue’s symbolic encouragement. She hopes others continue striving for the same values of peace, justice, and equality that her father fought for.
“We need to heighten that in our nation in order to move us toward a more just, humane, and equitable and peaceful world for all of God’s people,” King said.
The Equal Justice Initiative also hopes to honor others who fought for civil rights across the nation. In the upcoming months, the late U.S. Rep. John Lewis will have a statue of his own at Legacy Plaza.
Barack Obama’s Daughters Have No Interest In A Political Career
Malia and Sasha are both college graduates and the siblings seem to have already forged their own career paths in entertainment.
During a fundraising event for President Joe Biden held in Los Angeles on June 15, former President Barack Obama got candid about his daughters Malia and Sasha having no desire to pursue political careers, heeding the advice of their mother, Michelle Obama.
“Michelle drilled into them so early that you would be crazy to go into politics,” the 62-year-old said during a conversational exchange with Jimmy Kimmel and Biden at the Peacock Theater, according to People. “It’ll never happen.” the conversation sparked after Kimmel asked Barack which of his daughters he thought would be the better fit as a U.S. leader.
The Obama sisters live together and are each other’s support system, according to Michelle Obama’s 2022 interview on The Today Show. “Being a good mother to those two girls was my first job,” Michelle said, which enabled her to reach out to other young girls after. “…My two had to be solid first,” she added.
The siblings have already forged their own career paths outside of politics, BE also noted. Malia, a 2021 Harvard University graduate, debuted her short film The Heart at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. The 25-year-old previously worked as a writer on Donald Glover’s Swarm for Amazon Prime. Sasha, a 2023 graduate of University of Southern California, seems to be trailing her sister’s path in entertainment, according to The Cut, which mentioned the 23-year-old may have a casting interviewer credit for the Showtime series Couples Therapy under her legal name, “Natasha Obama.”
The Obama family appears to have directed their career paths toward the entertainment industry post-White House. As BE previously covered, Michelle and Barack’s Higher Ground Productions company announced a partnership with Netflix in 2021 with plans to create a range of fiction, non-fiction, and family content across series and films. Since its establishment, the production company has also released a series of podcasts featuring Michelle and more.
Overcome Impostor Syndrome With This Call To Action
Several CEOs share five ways Black professionals can turn their faith into action in order to overcome Impostor Syndrome.
Originally Published Oct. 27, 2020.
Impostor Syndrome is an internal experience of believing that you aren’t as competent as others perceive you to be. It severely affects people looking to transition. As we strive to transition from one area of life to another a little voice tells us we can’t do it. But for Black people, Impostor Syndrome is a way of life. We receive daily reminders that we don’t belong anywhere through microaggressions at work, cold shoulders at networking events or on the golf course, police encounters, etc.
In addition to feeling inadequate and/or isolated, being the only Black individual in a department or company can make overcoming this obstacle even harder. Yet, there is hope. Here are five ways to overcome Impostor Syndrome:
Remember that God is with you
Whenever you look to transition you may feel alone. But you’re not. God is with you.
“When we are striving to do what is right, God is working on our behalf. He usually places people in our lives to help us in our journey, seek relationships with individuals who are willing to invest in your talents,” says Michael Patterson, CEO, M & S Patterson Life Consulting.
If you’re a religious or spiritual person, faith is important, perhaps the most important aspect of your life. Allow it to guide you in your transition.
Have a strong belief in yourself
How you look at yourself will often determine how people will look at you.
“If you believe you’re inferior, you will behave that way. Make every company and person qualify themselves to you first instead of the other way around. That’s how you can start shifting the power dynamics,” says Corey Jackson, CEO of Querkz.
You’re good enough! Now, believe it.
Change or create your environment
Most likely, you’ll have to create or change your environment since most aren’t geared to Black or brown people.
“While our white counterparts may not feel they have what it takes to perform a job, they are given tremendous support along the way in acknowledged and unacknowledged ways,” says Aaisha Joseph, CEO, Aaisha Renee Consulting.
You’ll need a strong inner circle, especially when trying something new. Environments affect our moods, our decision making, and ultimately, our lives. We must change our current one or create the right one if we are to succeed.
Remember that nobody’s perfect
We want to transition but we don’t want to look like a fraud. So, we feel we have to be perfect before stepping out. We try to fake it till we make it or inflate our accomplishments and hope no one finds us out. It’s not about perfection. Believe in yourself, do what you know well, and learn as you go. All successful people do this.
Remember your past achievements
When we choose to transition, we can be confident because we’ve achieved things in our past that we can bring into our “new” life. While our past may seem unrelated to our “new” life, there’s usually a link between the two. Before David stood up to Goliath, he remembered what he did as a shepherd boy. His experience in protecting his sheep gave him the confidence to fight Goliath. He killed him and later became king of Israel. Once we identify our achievements, we can draw on them and confidently step into our new identity.
Black professionals generally have fewer resources and support systems than our white counterparts. But that can’t stop us. We can’t just wait for opportunities; we must create them. This is why it’s so crucial to pool our resources and create our support systems. To overcome we must believe in ourselves, surround ourselves with people who support us, and remember we that have a God who always has our back.
Accept Constructive Feedback Without Getting In Your Feelings Hurt
Originally Published Mar. 11, 2018.
Listening to constructive feedback about your performance is rarely easy to hear, but it’s required to become successful. TheLittle Black Book of Success is a hands-on guide to help women (whether they work individually or in small groups) expand their networks and seek and use constructive performance appraisals to assist them in building out new skill sets and moving forward.
The book targets women at the beginning of their careers, mid-career professionals, and those considering retirement and/or entrepreneurship. Authors Elaine Meryl Brown, Marsha Haygood, and Rhonda Joy McLean offer actionable advice on how to leverage constructive feedback to advance your career:
Best advice for handling constructive feedback?
We recommend that you think of constructive feedback as important information that you can use to expand your knowledge of yourself and how you operate in your workplace. Whether you agree or disagree with the appraisal, you should calmly receive the information and review it to “mine out” the diamonds that can help you improve yourself. In our first book, we advised readers to maintain a Personal Leadership Notebook (PLN), so that you can keep track of your goals, accomplishments, and opportunities for improvement, resources, and more.
Your PLN should make it hard for you to be “blindsided” by feedback. You should not be surprised by what you hear. If you are, perhaps you and your manager (or you and your direct report, if you are giving the feedback) have not been meeting regularly, agreeing on goals, and incremental steps toward meeting them. If you are not receiving regular input from your manager, you might want to ask for it by suggesting a regular meeting time and (short) agenda.
Try not to take the feedback you receive personally, even though it is about you and your work. Step back from it and pull out some nuggets to help you focus on steps to move you forward. In the end, understand that constructive feedback is only information that you can choose to use (or not) to your professional (and possibly personal) advantage.
Questions to ask at your next work performance review?
What specific things could I have done to improve my performance?
What steps do I need to take to contribute to the success of this project or help grow and support this company’s mission?
Are there resources within the company that I can take better advantage of to help improve my performance?
How can I support any new initiatives or be involved in any upcoming projects?
I’d like to have an opportunity to check in with you for additional feedback before our next Performance Review to track my progress. Can we set a time to follow up on this information?
‘Jaja’s African Hair Braiding’ Costume Designer Makes History With Tony Awards Win
Dede Ayite was also nominated for Best Costume Design of a Musical for "Hell's Kitchen" and Best Costume Design of a Play for "Appropriate."
In a groundbreaking moment at the 77th Annual Tony Awards on June 16, Dede Ayite made history by becoming the first Black woman to win the Tony for Best Costume Design of a Play.
The Ghanaian-born designer’s triumph came from her work on the Broadway production “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding.” According to Playbill, Ayite’s historic win held profound significance, as she expressed hope that “…it inspires other younger designers to know when it feels impossible, even when they’re unsure, to just keep moving forward.”
Backstage, a grateful Ayite paid tribute to the collaborative nature of theater. “It’s not just me, it’s not just my associate. It’s the costume shops. It’s the playwright. It’s the director…it really is a community that comes together to share a story that means a lot,” she said in a “2024 Tony Awards First Impressions” clip as she conveyed her deep appreciation for the recognition bestowed upon her beloved craft.
“Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” penned by Jocelyn Bioh, made its Broadway debut in October 2023, BLACK ENTERPRISE previously mentioned. The play immerses audiences in the lives of West African hairstylists at a Harlem salon, where love, aspirations, and secrets intertwine as they create intricate braided hairstyles for their customers.
Ayite’s work extends beyond mere aesthetics, as she previously toldThe Daily Beast, “Illustrating that Black people are human and are worthy regardless of how you might perceive them, that matters to me…I’m not doing a show in order to prove to anyone that I matter enough…Even the idea of ‘Black girl magic,’ in some ways it’s problematic. I don’t need to be magical for me to matter. I don’t need to be extraordinary by your standards. Of course I’m magical; I’m human.”
Beyond her groundbreaking win for “Jaja’s African Hair Braiding,” Ayite also garnered nominations this year for Best Costume Design of a Musical for “Hell’s Kitchen” and Best Costume Design of a Play for “Appropriate.” Her prior Tony nods came for “Slave Play” and “A Soldier’s Play.” The prolific designer’s upcoming projects include “Home” and the Broadway revival of “Our Town.”
Juneteenth Unity Fest Is Bringing Black Joy To Brooklyn
Originally Published June 6, 2022.
The Robert Randolph Foundation is pleased to announce the fourth annual JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST, a national, multicultural experience uniting diverse voices and communities to commemorate and celebrate Juneteenth and Black culture. Broadcast live around the world from Brooklyn, N.Y., UNITYFEST 2024 will include multiple entertainment, arts education, and community activism events, including the JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST Concert taking place at BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! at the Lena Horne Bandshell at Prospect Park.
“Juneteenth is a day to remember America’s past, recognize the resilience and strength of Black people, and celebrate the progress we have made,” commented Robert Randolph, founder of the Robert Randolph Foundation.
UNITYFEST will celebrate the breadth and depth of Black culture and Juneteenth as a uniquely American experience while providing a platform to unite a coalition of charitable grassroots organizations.
The festivities will begin with the JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST Block Party at Under the K Bridge Park, an old-school neighborhood block party featuring DJ Spinna. Anchored by the official JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST Concert at BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! at the Lena Horne Bandshell at Prospect Park, headlined by the award-winning gospel singer and keyboardist Tye Tribbett, UNITYFEST will also feature a late-night after party at Brooklyn Bowl. Full details will be announced in the coming weeks.
“Heal America is honored to partner on the second annual JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST with the Robert Randolph Foundation,” said Branden Polk, director of Strategic Partnerships of Heal America, a movement to fight racial injustice with love and redemption.
“Last year, we witnessed this festival bring a diverse group of individuals together celebrating Black culture and educating viewers on Black history. Now is the time that we must unite and collectively bridge longstanding racial divides. As a minister and supporter of the Heal America movement, I’m inspired to work toward healing and honoring Juneteenth.”
“We’re so excited and privileged to be working with Robert and UNITYFEST for this inaugural Juneteenth event,” said Diane Eber, BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! executive producer.
“This celebration of Black artistry and resilience is central to what we do at the Bandshell all summer long. Thank you, Robert, for bringing this incredible vision to life!”
JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST is the brainchild of Grammy-nominated African American artist Robert Randolph, whose goal is to produce a multicultural experience that unites people of all backgrounds while amplifying the many narratives of the Black experience in America. Randolph, The Robert Randolph Foundation, and the JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST team also recognize the importance of bringing awareness to Juneteenth as a holiday and helping people understand its significance in American history. When the last of the country’s enslaved people were made aware of the Emancipation Proclamation on June 19, 1865, it signaled a changing tide. Today, we have the opportunity to change the tide again through this nationwide event that will serve as a reflective and celebratory catalyst to continue to drive inclusive cultures that strengthen the social fabric of America.
“While Juneteenth, the holiday, marks the symbolic end of slavery in America, our goal is for JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST to represent the accomplishments of Black people in the United States,” Randolph adds.
“Through this celebration, our mission is for Juneteenth to serve as an occasion to remember the past, acknowledge our progression and take collective action towards creating a ‘more perfect union’ for all Americans.”
JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST is made possible by phenomenal sponsors and partners, including Amazon, Levitt Foundation, and OWN. The event has also aligned itself with incredible community partners to ensure historical accuracy and authenticity, including Heal America. The full list of sponsors and partner organizations can be viewed on its website.
For more information on JUNETEENTH UNITYFEST, presented by the Robert Randolph Foundation, visit www.juneteenthunityfest.com,
My Father Used A Hateful Act To Teach Me Not To Hate
Originally Published July 27, 2020.
For millions of young Black Americans, the cellphone video of George Floyd, prone on a Minneapolis street and begging for his life as a white police officer snuffs his last breath, will forever be seared into their memory. This barbaric act has become, in our social media-saturated world, a symbol as explosive as the historic photographs of Bull Connor’s firehoses in the 1960s and burning crosses before that. Images do this. They carry a force and a call to action that words cannot convey.
I know that urge to action, as well as the impulse to act out in anger. In September 1979, I was 14 and living with my family in the overwhelmingly white town of Port Jefferson on New York’s Long Island when my parents sat me down and told me that a cross had been burned into the lawn of our neighbors across the street. The Andersons were the only other Black family in our neighborhood of about 100 cookie-cutter houses. Ken Anderson, an Army veteran, was the leader of the local NAACP. I later learned it was the fifth cross burning on Long Island that summer.
I recall the hate that welled up inside me. I wanted to take action against anyone who would do such a thing. What happened next, however, was critical to my upbringing.
Unlike many African American men in this country, I was blessed to grow up in a stable home with a mother and father who loved me and each other. They were neither rich nor powerful, but they were heroes in my eyes because of the little things they did—little things with a big impact—to teach my sister and I growing up.
After the cross-burning, my father, a junior high school social studies teacher, did not give in to anger or hatred. Instead, he simply went about his life. He chose not to run, he chose not to change his routines, he chose not to speak out, and he chose not to shame or shun the cross-burner—he had a strong hunch who it was—and even welcomed the hater into our home as before.
Don’t confuse that quiet steadiness with cowardice. My parents were active members of the NAACP. My father marched with Dr. King. But his response, dignity, and resolve, was to not allow himself or his family to be taken down by bigotry. His message to my sister and me was simple: Don’t hate. Don’t hide. Don’t be a victim.
“Don’t hate” drew on Dr. King’s message that “hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” My father embraced the message that love is the only antidote to hate.
“Don’t hide” means don’t be afraid and retreat from your life. I could see where the cross was burned from my bedroom window, and I had to stand by it in the morning when I waited for the school bus. But there was no talk of leaving our home or our community, no thought of sending me and my sister away to friends or relatives until the threat passed. I was the only Black kid riding the bus, but there was no talk of police escorts, alternative rides, or changing schools. My father would not even drive me to school that day. His message was that we do not dignify such a lowly act by letting it worm its way inside us and transform us from humans to haters. We would soldier on and pursue a positive path to overcome prejudice. I got on the bus.
“Don’t be a victim” arose from the same impulse. Not surprisingly, reporters approached our home seeking comment. They asked my parents to go on TV. But my father didn’t want ugly vandalism to lower our esteem by turning us into bitter victims. He didn’t want our family to become “famous” for being the object of hatred.
In the four decades since, I have witnessed inequality and discrimination at many levels. After high school, I went to West Point (Class of ’87) and fought in an armored combat division during Operation Desert Storm. That experience gave me boundless empathy for those in uniform—civilian or military—sworn to serve and protect. I understand some of the pressures and stress facing officers in the field of engagement.
My experience at West Point and in the military taught me that it is a privilege to lead others. A leader has a responsibility to exercise authority with compassion, respect, inclusivity, and, above all, humility. When leadership turns to arrogance, bad outcomes are almost sure to follow, including the impulse of an officer to put a knee on someone’s neck and exert enough pressure to choke off a life.
I then went to law school, and today, I am a trial lawyer and chairman of an international law firm and consultancy, leading professionals of diverse backgrounds and political affiliations. That includes many former prosecutors and lawyers who devote considerable time to civil rights matters. My wife, also a West Point graduate, worked as a civil rights lawyer.
Recent events have me thinking again about my father’s lessons and how I, as an African American business leader—and, more importantly, as a father—should talk about hate.
As you can imagine, our dinner discussions have been spirited. Will the same messages my father shared work with my kids or with the younger lawyers in my firm? In a world freshly aware of the brutality of institutionalized racism, is “don’t hate, don’t hide, don’t be a victim” still sage advice?
My oldest son, who has been pulled over by the police multiple times for unknown reasons, is eager to be on the front lines with the demonstrators fighting for civil rights, tasting the tear gas and risking arrest over his own sense of injustice. He is in about the same place I was when I first saw the Andersons’ yard. His younger sister has an attitude that is most like mine. She is deeply concerned about injustice but remains positive about America’s ability to heal itself. My other children, in their teens, are in between.
It’s a different world—yet it is not. When I look back at that cross seared into the lawn across the street, I see the important—and positive—role it played in my development, in my sense of self, and in my commitment to work for change within the system. It is one of the reasons I have spent the past 20 years teaching Bible studies with prisoners, from juveniles to hardened felons, doing time in state and federal prisons. It is never too late to learn not to hate.
I also acknowledge the frustration that each of us has that more than a half-century after the death of Dr. King, we are still witnessing injustices like those rendered on Trayvon Martin and Eric Garner, on Michael Brown and a prayer group at a Charleston church, and, now, on Ahmaud Arbery and George Floyd. Can we, as a nation, quell these unrelenting flames?
Yes, I believe we can. Like my father, we can check our instinct to react and take strong, positive action to make this a national teaching—a national learning—moment. And then, maybe, just maybe, we can learn not to hate.
Jonathan Harmon is a nationally renowned trial lawyer and chairman of international law firm McGuireWoods.
The ideas and opinions expressed in this article are solely those of the author and not necessarily the opinion of Black Enterprise. Note: A version of this originally appeared in the Wall Street Journal.
Celebrate Juneteenth With The Wild Wild West In Color Rodeo and Agriculture Expo
The exposition will highlight the overlooked parts of African-American history in the wild west.
The Wild Wild West in Color Rodeo and Agriculture Expo is set to kick off an exciting Juneteenth celebration. The event will highlight Black people’s often overlooked contributions to the American West and cowboy scene.
The exposition will be held at Jim R. Miller Park in Marietta, Georgia. The event, headed by Ronni Frank and Carolyn Carter, will “showcase the enduring legacy of African American cowboys, cowgirls, ranchers, and farmers with a focus on innovation, sustainability, and growth.”
Carter and Frank are two women of color with deep-rooted knowledge of the rodeo community. The pair hopes to use the event to educate minority communities about sustainability, the American West, and urban farming. By partnering with Black Rodeos USA, Frank and Carter cultivated the exposition to have something for everyone to enjoy.
According to the Wild Wild West in Color website, the included exhibits highlight the “often-overlooked stories of Black cowboys, pioneers, and ranchers who played crucial roles in shaping the American frontier.” Participants will be able to look forward to a myriad of vendors offering authentic cuisine and craft products.
The website bolsters, “Attendees will experience a diverse range of exhibits, demonstrations, and educational booths highlighting the technologies and practices shaping the future of agriculture.”
“A variety of vendors will offer authentic cuisine, artisanal crafts, and locally sourced sustainable products, providing a taste of vibrant foods rooted in community agriculture.”
Frank told the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, “There are many, many things that are taught in the history books, but oftentimes, we just don’t talk about African Americans who were critical to the building of America.” She continued, “I think it’s OK to celebrate those days and that history, especially on a day like Juneteenth.”
Those who purchase a $20 ticket can gain access to a minority farming fund and learn about sustainably growing their food.
The expo will begin at noon, and the awaited rodeo will go from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Studio Museum Harlem Unveils Upcoming Exhibitions And Podcast
The museum's summer and fall lineup includes the works of its current artists in residence and intimate conversations with new artists.
The Studio Museum in Harlem has unveiled its lineup of summer and fall exhibitions and programs, including launching its inaugural podcast and an exhibition showcasing its cornerstone teen photography program.
New Additions
The Museum’s summer programming will commence on June 18, with the debut of the groundbreaking podcast series spotlighting the Studio Museum’s permanent collection. This podcast series will offer listeners exclusive insights through intimate conversations with artists whose works have been newly acquired, further enriching the Museum’s ever-expanding permanent collection, which, according to a press release, currently boasts six artists, with more to be added.
“New Additions showcases how artists in the Studio Museum’s permanent collection have shaped the broader cultural landscape through their diverse artistic practices,” the press release states.
Audiences can immerse themselves in these captivating dialogues by accessing the episodes free of charge on the Studio Museum’s website or on-demand through major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Google Podcasts.
Introducing the Studio Museum in Harlem’s first podcast: New Additions, a conversation series with artists whose work has been recently added to the Studio Museum’s permanent collection Head to our website to listen to the trailer: https://t.co/7103Hp5GMn pic.twitter.com/XilAk5qw77
— Studio Museum in Harlem (@studiomuseum) June 12, 2024
Something In The Water: Expanding The Walls 2024
The culmination of the Studio Museum’s long-standing and beloved teen photography program, “Expanding the Walls: Making Connections Between Photography, History, and Community,” will be celebrated on July 31, with the unveiling of its “Something in the Water: Expanding the Walls 2024” exhibition. This thought-provoking display will showcase the creative endeavors of the 2024 participants, offering a platform for teens to explore and define their artistic voices while fostering a sense of community. Now in its 23rd year, the program delves into the rich tapestry of photographs from the James Van Der Zee Archive.
“With a camera in hand, the program’s sixteen young photographers move through their city in ways they haven’t before, bringing viewers into the transient nature of their day-to-day lives as they traverse—and consider—the vastness of New York City,” the release states.
The photographs in the online exhibition serve as a testament to the participants’ multifaceted relationships with adolescence, place, and the fleeting moments they capture in the city’s sprawling landscapes and tranquil waterways.
Pass Carry Hold: Studio Museum Artists In Residence 2023–24
From Sept. 26 through February 2025, the Studio Museum will present the works of its current artists in residence at MoMA PS1. The multi-year collaboration with The Museum of Modern Art and MoMA PS1 titled “Pass Carry Hold: Studio Museum Artists in Residence 2023–24,” is an immersive exhibition that will showcase the creative visions of the 2023–24 cohort of the Museum’s esteemed Artist-in-Residence program.
Projects: Tadáskía
The captivating exhibition is a collaborative venture with MoMA, running through Oct. 14, 2024, at MoMA’s street-level galleries, featuring a large-scale, site-responsive wall drawing and sculptures crafted by Brazil-based artist Tadáskía.
✨️⏳️ “The main character in the work is time.” — Tadáskía See "Projects: Tadáskía" presents the Brazilian artist’s unbound book “ave preta mística mystical black bird,” now on view at MoMA.
