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“A Revolution on Canvas” – HBO Original Documentary

The HBO Original documentary A REVOLUTION ON CANVAS, produced and directed by Sara Nodjoumi and Till Schauder (“When God Sleeps,” “The Iran Job”), debuts WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5 (9:00-10:25 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. In this political thriller and verité portrait documentary, Nodjoumi and Schauder dive into the mystery surrounding the disappearance of more than 100 “treasonous” paintings by Sara’s father, seminal Iranian modern artist Nickzad “Nicky” Nodjoumi.

Synopsis: Brimming with emotional undercurrents, A REVOLUTION ON CANVAS follows Sara Nodjoumi as she traces a timeline of events, discovering her father’s ongoing activism, his complicated relationship with her mother, artist Nahid Hagigat, and how the implications of his incendiary art impacted the trajectory of their family’s future together.

In 1980, Nicky Nodjoumi fled Iran in the wake of the Islamic Revolution. With his life in danger due to the controversial nature of his paintings on show at the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art, he joined his wife, Nahid, and daughter, Sara, in New York City, restlessly living in exile and continuing to paint. 40 years later, Sara begins an investigation to track down and reclaim her father’s lost artwork from Tehran.

As the investigation deepens, she unearths the emotionally charged story of her family mirrored in the political and cultural upheavals of her parents’ homeland. Having participated in the pro-democracy movement to oust the Shah of Iran in the 1970s, Nicky’s hope for a new Iran crumbled with the ascendance of an authoritarian regime. His provocative paintings, now depicting the new Islamic power brokers, were quickly seized, and rumored to be destroyed by radical Islamists or stowed away in the basement of the museum. As new protests ignite the streets of Iran in 2022, Sara and Nicky contact former workers at the museum determined to find someone on the ground in Tehran who can help locate the paintings but are stymied in their efforts until a contact in Tehran unexpectedly gains access to the museum’s unseen basement and archival collection.

Raising questions about religious and political extremism, the sacrifices of creative freedom and activism, and the enduring power of art A REVOLUTION ON CANVAS chronicles Sara’s deeply personal inquiry into her family and the central events of her parents’ life, paying tribute to their art while unveiling the complexity and longing that comes with living in exile from one’s ancestral home.

Featured Participants: Blending personal archival video and never-before-seen photos of the revolution, Nicky and Nahid’s stunning artwork, footage of Nicky at work in his New York studio, and observational footage of Sara’s investigation into the missing art captured in the U.S., Iran, France, and Turkey,  the film includes participation from celebrated artist Nickzad “Nicky” Nodjoumi, his ex-wife artist Nahid Hagigat, and contemporaries including Mahmoudreza Bahmanpour, a Tehran based publisher of art books; Linda Komaroff, a curator of Islamic art at Los Angeles County Musueam of Art; Clare Davies, associate curator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art; Shirin Neshat, an internationally recognized Iranian artist; Karim Sadjadpour, senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace; Shiva Balaghi, a cultural historian; and Masud Shafie Monfared, the former director of the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art.

Credits: HBO Documentary Films presents A REVOLUTION ON CANVAS A Partner Pictures Production, produced and directed by Sara Nodjoumi and Till Schauder. For HBO: executive producers, Nancy Abraham, Lisa Heller, and Sara Rodriguez.

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Ms. Opal Lee and Sedrick Huckaby at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery

Join us in Washington, D.C. at the Smithsonian Institution National Portrait Gallery on Saturday, March 9th for a historic conversation between legendary activist Ms. Opal Lee and internationally renowned artist Sedrick Huckaby.

The 96-year-old, former Nobel Prize Nominee, Ms. Opal Lee will be in discussion with longtime friend and fellow Fort Worth, Texas resident artist Sedrick Huckaby. This event is in connection with the museum’s Women’s History Month Celebration and marks the portrait of Ms. Lee by Sedrick Huckaby entering the museum’s permanent collection.

For decades, Ms. Opal Lee campaigned to make Juneteenth a national holiday. She never doubted it would happen one day, but she was determined to see it occur during her lifetime. In 2021, she got her wish when President Joe Biden signed a bill declaring June 19 a federal holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. It happened in no small part due to Lee’s efforts, earning her the nickname “The Grandmother of Juneteenth,” as well as a nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize last past year.

Sedrick Huckaby, Ms. Opal Lee, 2023, Oil on canvas, 60h x 40w inches, Collection of the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery

Having known the community leader since childhood, Huckaby is the only artist to have painted Ms. Lee from life.  A graduate of Boston University and Yale University, Huckaby has spent much of his artistic career painting and celebrating ordinary people and families within his Fort Worth community and beyond. The artist recently completed a Fulbright Fellowship in Nacimiento, Mexico where he created portraits of residents that have celebrated the Juneteenth holiday since its inception in 1865.

Together the artist and activist will discuss their respective roles as community leaders and the significance of Juneteenth as a national and international holiday.  This is a rare opportunity to hear the charismatic and inspirational Ms. Lee in dialogue with the insightful Mr. Huckaby, as they speak to the importance of Juneteenth, their work, and their respective visions.

This event will be free and open to the public.  Reservations are encouraged through this link.

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Age of Empires Mobile, First Details

SHANGHAI & LOS ANGELES (February 23, 2024) – The historical, genre-defining strategy game Age of Empires comes to mobile later this year from TiMi Studio Group (Call of Duty Mobile, Pokemon Unite) and World’s Edge, an Xbox Games Studio, and the development team behind the Age of Empires franchise. 

The first details for the free-to-play Age of Empires Mobile were introduced during a broadcast showcase event, Age of Empires: New Year, New Age. TiMi and World’s Edge begin testing soon. Pre-register on the App Store and Google Play in North America, South America, Europe, MENA and Southeast Asia to remain up-to-date on playtests and the official launch later this year. For more information on which countries and regions will be testing first, check the Age of Empires Mobile website.

Earnest Yuen, Senior Director of Production at World’s Edge said, “We’re excited for even more players around the world to experience the magic of Age of Empires with the upcoming launch of Age of Empires Mobile. Combining the strategy games expertise and rich heritage of World’s Edge with TiMi’s excellence in mobile gaming, we’re building a brand-new way for players around the world to join the Age of Empires universe.”

Age of Empires Mobile is a new chapter for the illustrious franchise, customised for mobile play with a broad array of exciting elements from the existing series, as well as new features to assure strategic, simulated battles across a variety of modes: 

Discover the charm of the original PC series with its fast combat and base building as well as elements of real-time strategy gameplay Engaging multiplayer action including all-new epic siege battle gameplay that unites global players and forges rivalry among others Introduce mobile players to some of the series’ most popular components, such as empire-building and strategic battles on a huge, persistent battlefield and 1-on-1, player-versus-player combat Build teams from dozens of historical and legendary leaders, including King Arthur, Joan of Arc, Julius Caesar, Leonidas I, and the Queen of Sheba, each featuring their own talents and identifying how to synergize them for emergent PvP and PvE play  

TiMi, a subsidiary of Tencent Games, is a veteran team that is motivated to bring AAA experiences to mobile. TiMi, the team behind legendary mobile titles like Call of Duty Mobile and Pokemon Unite, has partnered with World’s Edge to bring the very best mobile Age of Empires experience for players around the world. 

“We grew up playing Age of Empires on our PCs and believe we can offer a new but similarly exciting experience for mobile players with Age of Empires Mobile,” said Brayden Fan, a general manager for TiMi Studio Group. “Players all over the world can build massive empires, form alliances, and fight against each other to prove who is the best.” 

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Chris “Big Duke”: “I Want to Return to My Roots”

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — One of LA’s most skilled producers is putting himself in the spotlight with a project hot enough to become the backing track of 2024. The multi-talented Chris “Big Duke” Malloy has announced the release of his newest project, #LOFIDUKE – Vol. 1.

Malloy’s newest release #LOFIDUKE – Vol. 1 is a return to Malloy’s roots as a producer. Photo courtesy: Andy Hua

Set to release on Feb. 23, the seven-track instrumental EP is Big Duke’s first full-length solo project and features a wide range of productions, from dark and vibey cuts to more upbeat and melodic tracks.

“I just wanted to really tap into the producer community more,” Malloy said. “A lot of my work nowadays is more so industry stuff, like commercial release stuff, so I want to get back to me. The essence of why I started making music and producing was just because I was inspired to.”

The Cleveland-born, LA-based producer has an impressive catalog of collaborations, working with artists such as Kanye West, The Game, 21 Savage, Diddy and others. He has major production credits on Symba’s album “Results Take Time” and The Game’s “Drillmatic.”

Big Duke was featured in the game NBA 2K as a part of their Producer Series in 2023, and his song “No Favors” with pineappleCITI was added to the game as an exclusive release this year along with Maxsteppers ft. Bigxthaplug.

He got his start working with numerous up-and-coming artists in Cleveland. A jack of all trades, Big Duke has had a hand in production, management, business ownership, and many other successful projects.

Now over 17 years into his music career, he described this project as a way for him to “get back to his roots.”

“It’s fulfilling in both ways where it’s something for the people, but it’s also for me,” Big Duke said.

#LOFIDUKE – Vol. 1 is designed to give listeners a more intimate peek into Big Duke’s production, where he can showcase what he has been working on in a more isolated, personal setting. All seven tracks fill the room and are created to evoke feelings and positive energy.

No matter what type of track it is, Big Duke emphasized that there is always something going on that would keep listeners engaged.

“It just feels good,” Big Duke said. “When it’s going on in the background and you’re bobbing your head, I just want to capture a feeling. Any feeling.”

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Xiyadie: Butterfly Dream – Blindspot Gallery, Hong Kong

Blindspot Gallery is delighted to present “Xiyadie: Butterfly Dream”, Xiyadie’s debut solo exhibition at the gallery, on view from 26 March to 11 May, 2024. Presenting over thirty works from the early 1980s to the present, it is the largest exhibition of Xiyadie ever presented.

Born in 1963 in Weinan, Shaanxi Province, China, Xiyadie is a self-taught, traditional Chinese papercut artist who uses a medium with origins dating back to the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220 CE) to narrate his journey coming out of rural China as a homosexual person. His autobiographical papercuts chronicle his transformation through an environment that does not lend political agency to queer identifying people, and reflect the struggle of a marginalized individual navigating the big city as a migrant worker. The exhibition titled “Butterfly Dream” alludes to the artist’s pseudonym Xiyadie, meaning Siberian Butterfly, emblematic of resilience and its flamboyant beauty. It signifies the artist’s determined pursuit of freedom and endurance in the harshest of conditions.

Xiyadie, Missing, 2007, Papercut on colored Xuan paper, 27 x 27 cm (work size). Image courtesy of artist and Blindspot Gallery.

The exhibition is divided into three overarching themes: queer liberation, family tableaux, and symbolisms and iconography. With a papercutting practice stemming from the Northern Shaanxi school, distinguished by its auspicious motifs and “humble aesthetics”, the artist takes a contemporary and unique approach by using papercutting as a means to chronicle his personal stories, to channel his homoerotic fantasies, and to find liberation amidst a conservative landscape. His compositions often incorporate built structures, walls, and caves, intertwined with floral elements and fauna, depicting pockexs of spaces wherein one could find escapism and unleash unhinged desires.

Train (1986) depicts Xiyadie’s first homosexual encounter in a train en route to Xi’an. The papercut is centred on the artist’s younger self, sporting a blonde-dyed mullet, in a steamy encounter with a train attendant. The lovers’ legs transform into the coupling rod of the train, connected to its strident wheels. Enraptured in the train attendant’s cabin, the two men are conjoined in infatuation, making love to the rhythm of the chugging train, unaffected by the people dining in neighboring cabins. Auspicious animals gather in the background, including a dancing monkey and a rabbit holding a conductor’s flag. Interwoven with blooming flowers, they symbolize the consummation of their love, marking the beginning of an awakening journey. In 2005, Xiyadie moved to Beijing as a migrant worker, where he found an accepting community in the burgeoning gay subcultural scene. Mirroring the two male lovers along the central axis in Train, Xiyadie’s magnum opus Gate (2013) depicts two men pleasuring each other in front of Tiananmen Square, the symbol of national power and civic life.

Xiyadie, Fish on a chopping board, 2001, Papercut with water-based dye and Chinese pigments on Xuan paper, 138 x 138 cm (work size). Image courtesy of artist and Blindspot Gallery.

Conveying his struggles against customary values, Sewn (1999) is an autobiographical representation depicting Xiyadie sewing up his genital, with his blood-stained needle piercing through the traditional architectural roof, metonymic of orthodoxy. His blood threads into flames as he sits atop a sword, holding in torment and agony as he looks with affection at the photograph of his former lover. Sewn captures an individual inflicted with pain whilst challenging pre-established norms. Another work, Wall (2001) encapsulates the artist’s split identity. The papercut depicts him separated from his other self by a towering wall, conflicted about his gay identity. Striving to overcome barrier, he stretches his arms to reach over to his mirrored self, his hands metamorphosing into birds. The blossoming flowers, apricots and auspicious creatures surrounding them embodies the unceasing force of nature, refusing to be suppressed.

Growing up in rural China, Xiyadie was subjected to societal and familial pressures of a heterosexual relationship. He married a woman and fathered two children, one of whom was paralyzed from cerebral palsy. Life (1988) portrays the birth of Xiyadie’s son. His wife lies on the Chinese kang bed-stove, her head resting on the lap of the artist’s mother as she exerts great strength and effort to deliver the baby. Xiyadie is seen holding a lamp from up above, aiding the doctor who holds a pair of delivery scissors. Their son is born successfully, a plant sprouting from the mouth of the new- born, metaphoric of the tenacity of life.

In order to financially support his family and handicapped son, Xiyadie like many migrant workers moved to the big city to work. Missing (2007) portrays the artist standing alone beneath a clock tower in the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing where he worked as a security guard. The right shows the image of his wife staying behind to care for the family. While physically present at work, his heart is with his son.

Xiyadie blends traditional papercut motifs of flowers and animals, symmetrical patterns, and Chinese characters “double happiness” with recurring personal iconographies such as the butterfly, the kang bed-stove (炕）, and personified mythological characters to represent his homosexual fantasies. Double Happiness (1982) is a bawdy play on the

customary Chinese papercut with the character “double joy” (囍）, often used to adorn wedding festivities. The word here doubles as a face and a pair of penises, humorously conveying homoerotic sensuality. Paralleling the symmetricity in Double Happiness, Cave (2012) captures the amorous union of two pairs of lovers intertwined into serpents’ tails. Together, the duos flank a face sweating feverishly from passion and desire.

Xiyadie, Hoping, 2000, Papercut with water-based dye and Chinese pigments on Xuan paper, 25 x 25 cm (work size). Image courtesy of artist and Blindspot Gallery.

Fish on a Chopping Board (2001)is set against a more domestic backdrop wherein the artist portrays himself and his lover unified as one, taking the form of a fish lying on a kitchen top, about to be cooked and devoured. Their heads are positioned adjacent to a chopping board, too close to the blade of a cleaver. Two cats prowl restlessly above them, waiting for their moment to catch their prey. Despite the encroaching danger, the men copulate in passion, knowingly facing execution for their scandalous act.

For Xiyadie, his titular moniker, the Siberian butterfly, is not merely a totem for escapism and liberation but also an emblem of hope for his handicapped child. In Hoping (2000), he depicted his son transfigured into a butterfly, taking flight from his wheelchair and untethered from the shackles of sickness. In the hands of the artist, the butterfly becomes a moving self-portrayal of metamorphosis, flamboyant and refusing to hide one’s true self. As portrayed in Soaring (1996), Xiyadie and his lover are merged into a single butterfly, and with wings unfurled, they soar into the sky without inhibition.

During the opening reception on 23 March (4 – 6 pm), there will be an artist talk (3 – 4 pm) moderated by Hera Chan, Adjunct Curator, Asia-Pacific, supported by Asymmetry Art Foundation, at Tate. This year, Xiyadie will also be taking part in the Main Exhibition of the 60th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, entitled “Stranieri Ovunque – Foreigners Everywhere”, curated by Adriano Pedrosa.

Xiyadie, Wall, 2001, Papercut with water-based dye and Chinese pigments on Xuan paper, 141 x 140 cm (work size). Image courtesy of artist and Blindspot Gallery.

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Richard Hunt: Early Masterworks – White Cube, New York

White Cube New York is pleased to present a solo exhibition of works by Richard Hunt (1935–2023). One of the preeminent American sculptors of the 20th century, Hunt’s hybrid creations are characterised by an exploration of dualities – the natural and the industrial, the surreal and the abstract, the geometric and the organic.

Opening on 13 March 2024, Early Masterworks is the gallery’s first exhibition by the artist, and the second-largest gathering of his works in the city for over 50 years, bringing together over 25 important examples from the early part of his oeuvre.

Born on the South Side of Chicago, where he lived and worked throughout his life, Hunt’s career has deep roots in New York City. In 1971, at the age of 35, Hunt achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first African American sculptor to have a landmark retrospective at MoMA, New York with a presentation of works from 1955–71.

The exhibition at White Cube New York mirrors that time span, including the restaging of a number of works that were presented in his MoMA retrospective. These include the welded steel work Linear Spatial Theme (1962), one of Hunt’s most significant explorations of three-dimensional ‘space drawings’, which he developed alongside his ongoing studies of botanical and zoological forms.

Several rarely-exhibited works from the artist’s personal collection, including Hero’s Head (1956), a pivotal sculpture made in response to the murder of Emmett Till, also feature in the show. The brutal, racially charged murder of Till in 1955, a fellow Chicagoan and African American who became a symbol of the Civil Rights Movement, had a profound impact on Hunt. The artist went on to create art shaped by this experience, influencing both his artistic expression and his commitment to Civil Rights. 

Early Masterworks  is organized by Sukanya Rajaratnam, Global Director of Strategic Market Initiatives who shared:

‘It is an immense privilege to present Richard Hunt’s work at White Cube New York, with a nod to his important MoMA retrospective in 1971. At the age of 35, Hunt was the youngest and first African American artist to receive this honour, and over fifty years later, it feels very special to commemorate that historical moment. Hunt was a giant hiding in plain sight for decades, and with Early Masterworks, the first exhibition since his passing last year, we not only look forward to showing his powerful early sculpture, but also celebrating his life and art.’

Jon Ott, Biographer of Richard Hunt and Chairman Emeritus of the International Sculpture Center said:

‘These major works by Hunt, welded while still in his 20s, call to mind the influence of Pablo Picasso, Julio González and David Smith. This body of work confirms Hunt’s dazzling talent at an early age and manifests his undeniable importance as an American sculptor. Not since his 1971 MoMA retrospective have so many of Hunt’s masterworks been on display in New York.’

Following Early Masterworks, White Cube New York will present a solo exhibition of work by Antony Gormley.

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Pace Gallery at Frieze Los Angeles

Pace is pleased to announce details of its presentation at this year’s edition of Frieze Los Angeles. The booth (#D10) will offer a snapshot of Pace’s 2024 program at its LA gallery, featuring artworks by Li Songsong, Alicja Kwade, Gordon Parks, Torkwase Dyson, and Loie Hollowell. In addition, the booth will spotlight California artists of various generations, including Robert Irwin, Glenn Kaino, and Maysha Mohamedi. Pace’s Frieze LA presentation will also bring together sculptures by several women artists, including Lynda Benglis, Tara Donovan, and Louise Nevelson, alongside works on paper by Robert Longo and Pablo Picasso.

Alicja Kwade, Know-ledge (Immortality-Maximilian),2023 © Alicja Kwade, courtesy Pace Gallery

Anchoring the booth are works by five artists who will be the subjects of exhibitions at Pace in LA this year:

A painting entitled Panda (2023) by Li Songsong, who will open his first-ever solo show in LA at Pace in MarchKnow-ledge (Immortality-Maximilian) (2023), a recent mixed-media sculpture by Alicja Kwade, who, in collaboration with Pace Founder and Chairman Arne Glimcher, will curate an exhibition of her own work and paintings by Agnes Martin at Pace’s LA gallery in MayA 1966 photograph by Gordon Parks, whose work will be the subject of a solo show at Pace in LA this summerA new painting by Torkwase Dyson, who, in addition to her upcoming solo presentation at Pace in LA, will be the subject of a solo exhibition presented by Pace as part of the Getty’s PST ART: Art & Science Collide Participating Gallery Program this yearA recent Split Orb painting by Loie Hollowell, who, in addition to her upcoming solo exhibitions at Pace’s New York and LA galleries, is presenting her first museum survey at the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum in Ridgefield, Connecticut

Since opening its West Coast flagship in LA in 2022, Pace has renewed its commitment to the city’s art community, having first established ties to major LA artists—including key figures from the Southern California Light and Space movement—in the 1960s. Among those figures is Robert Irwin, a hugely influential and ceaselessly experimental artist who made use of light and space as key materials in his work across painting, sculpture, and installation. Irwin’s wall-mounted sculpture #3 x 6′ D Four Fold (2016), which will be featured on Pace’s booth at Frieze LA, will be the first work by the artist that the gallery has put on public view since his passing last year at age 95.

Celebrating the city’s vibrant contemporary art scene, Pace’s booth will showcase new works by Glenn Kaino and Maysha Mohamedi, both of whom live and work in LA. Kaino, whose bronze and fabric sculpture Kabuto (LA) (2023) will be on view at Frieze LA, is presenting his first major solo show at Pace’s New York gallery—titled Walking with a Tiger and on view through February 24. His work was recently the subject of Glenn Kaino: Aki’s Market, a multifaceted installation centering on his grandfather’s life in East LA, at the Japanese American National Museum in LA. At the fair, the gallery will also show a 2024 painting by Mohamedi, a self-taught artist raised in San Luis Obispo known for her atmospheric abstractions.

Loie Hollowell, Split Orbs in yellow-orange, purple, red and blue, 2023 © Loie Hollowell, courtesy Pace Gallery

In the way of works on paper, a large-scale charcoal drawing of a palm tree—an enduring symbol of the Southern California landscape—by Robert Longo will be featured on Pace’s booth along with Pablo Picasso’s Le peintre et son modèle (1970). In his sketches and drawings, which were the subject of a major exhibition at Pace in New York last year, Picasso worked through ideas for his paintings and sculptures. The artist created Le peintre et son modèle, a composition in pen, ink, and wash, just three years before his death in 1973.

Sculptures by an intergenerational group of women artists—Lynda Benglis, Tara Donovan, and Louise Nevelson— will also figure prominently on the gallery’s booth at Frieze LA. New wall-mounted sculptures created by Benglis in 2023 will be exhibited alongside her 1968 work Shape Shifter, one of her early experimentations with poured, pigmented latex. Additionally, the booth will feature a black-painted wood sculpture made by Nevelson in 1985 and a new, never-before-seen work by Donovan composed entirely of CDs.

Pace is a leading international art gallery representing some of the most influential contemporary artists and estates from the past century, holding decades-long relationships with Alexander Calder, Jean Dubuffet, Barbara Hepworth, Agnes Martin, Louise Nevelson, and Mark Rothko. Pace enjoys a unique U.S. heritage spanning East and West coasts through its early support of artists central to the Abstract Expressionist and Light and Space movements.

Tara Donovan, Stratagem I, 2024 © Tara Donovan, courtesy Pace Gallery

Since its founding by Arne Glimcher in 1960, Pace has developed a distinguished legacy as an artist-first gallery that mounts seminal historical and contemporary exhibitions. Under the current leadership of CEO Marc Glimcher, Pace continues to support its artists and share their visionary work with audiences worldwide by remaining at the forefront of innovation. Now in its seventh decade, the gallery advances its mission through a robust global program— comprising exhibitions, artist projects, public installations, institutional collaborations, performances, and interdisciplinary projects. Pace has a legacy in art bookmaking and has published over five hundred titles in close collaboration with artists, with a focus on original scholarship and on introducing new voices to the art historical canon.

Today, Pace has seven locations worldwide, including European footholds in London and Geneva as well as Berlin, where the gallery established an office in 2023. Pace maintains two galleries in New York—its headquarters at 540 West 25th Street, which welcomed almost 120,000 visitors and programmed 20 shows in its first six months, and an adjacent 8,000 sq. ft. exhibition space at 510 West 25th Street. Pace’s long and pioneering history in California includes a gallery in Palo Alto, which was open from 2016 to 2022. Pace’s engagement with Silicon Valley’s technology industry has had a lasting impact on the gallery at a global level, accelerating its initiatives connecting art and technology as well as its work with experiential artists. Pace consolidated its West Coast activity through its flagship in Los Angeles, which opened in 2022. Pace was one of the first international galleries to establish outposts in Asia, where it operates permanent gallery spaces in Hong Kong and Seoul, along with an office and viewing room in Beijing. In spring 2024, Pace will open its first gallery space in Japan in Tokyo’s new Azabudai Hills development.

Robert Irwin, #3 x 6′ D Four Fold, 2016 © Robert Irwin / Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York

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Jenny Slate: Seasoned Professional – Comedy Special on Prime Video

Jenny Slate stars in the comedy special “Jenny Slate: Seasoned Professional,” which you can watch on Prime Video. It is produced by A24 and directed by Gillian Robespierre.

In her unique tuxedo, Jenny Slate presents herself with shorts, short sleeves, and a bowtie. Her show reflects this same style – a mix of extravagant and classic, with a blend of traditional humor and boldness, mischief, and irony. She is a comedian who is not afraid to use gestures, make faces, and use all sorts of expressions to illustrate amusing anecdotes from her life. Jenny is, above all, daring and carefree, with a double facet that skillfully combines intelligence with naivety, and irony with provocation and elegance. She knows how to create her character and, with affability and the ability to connect with the audience at all times, delivers a delightful performance.

The comedian who started on the popular show “Saturday Night Live” finally arrives on Prime Video with this show full of intelligence, irony, and, above all, enthusiasm. Don’t miss it.

Where to Watch “Jenny Slate: Seasoned Professional”

Prime Video

About Jenny Slate

Jenny Slate is a name that has been making waves in the entertainment industry. This multitalented star has captivated audiences with her unique blend of wit, charm, and versatility. From her early life and education to her successful career in film and television, Jenny Slate has proven herself to be a force to be reckoned with. Read more

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Who is Jenny Slate? Actress and stand-up comedian

Jenny Slate is a name that has been making waves in the entertainment industry. This multitalented star has captivated audiences with her unique blend of wit, charm, and versatility. From her early life and education to her successful career in film and television, Jenny Slate has proven herself to be a force to be reckoned with.

Life and EducationJenny Slate

Jenny Slate was born on March 25, 1982, in Milton, Massachusetts. She grew up in a close-knit family, with her parents instilling in her a love for the arts from a young age. Her father, Ron Slate, was a poet and an editor, while her mother, Nancy Slate, worked as a ceramicist. Jenny’s upbringing in a creative environment played a significant role in shaping her artistic aspirations.

Jenny Slate’s academic journey led her to pursue a degree in literature at Columbia University. During her time at Columbia, she discovered her passion for performing arts and actively participated in various theater productions. Her dedication and talent caught the attention of her peers and professors, earning her accolades and recognition within the theater community.

Career

After completing her studies, Jenny Slate embarked on a career in comedy, honing her skills and performing at renowned venues such as the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre. Her unique comedic style, marked by her sharp wit and fearless approach to storytelling, quickly gained popularity among audiences.

Jenny Slate’s breakthrough moment came when she joined the cast of “Saturday Night Live” in 2009 as a featured player. Her memorable characters and ability to captivate the audience with her comedic timing made her stand out among her peers. However, her time on “SNL” was short-lived, and she left the show after one season to pursue other opportunities.

In the years following her departure from “SNL,” Jenny Slate’s career blossomed as she ventured into various projects across different mediums. She starred in critically acclaimed films such as “Obvious Child” and “Gifted,” showcasing her versatility as an actress. Additionally, she lent her voice to animated films like “Zootopia” and “The Secret Life of Pets,” further expanding her range of talents.

Personal Life

Jenny Slate’s personal life has often been a topic of interest among her fans. She has been open about her relationships and romances, including her marriage to filmmaker Dean Fleischer-Camp, which ended in divorce. Despite the challenges she has faced in her personal life, Jenny has remained resilient and focused on her career.

External Links

To learn more about Jenny Slate and her work, visit the following links:

Official WebsiteTwitterJenny Slate: Football Is Really Cute If You Think About It | Netflix

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The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy (2024) – A New Animation Series on Prime Video

The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy is an animation series created by Cirocco Dunlap.

This new animated series on Prime Video takes us into the depths of a different, space-themed hospital filled with strange creatures (possibly reptiles) that will provide us with a good time.

An adult series full of good moments and jokes for and about doctors (ones that only they can understand).

Prime Video continues its commitment to adult animation with this clever series that aims more towards irony and sarcasm rather than outright laughter.

A series full of corporate and medical jokes that, deep down, holds a great irony towards the world of healthcare and its functioning.

If one thing can be said about “The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy”, it’s that it manages to stand out from other adult animated series, especially in terms of its sense of humor. Despite its obvious similarities to “Futurama”, the series distances itself from Matt Groening’s work: it’s less hilarious and has a less surreal sense of humor, but is equally lighthearted, with a critical edge and a touch of realism.

“The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy” is an intelligent and comedic animated series, though not side-splittingly funny.

Enjoy it.

Where to Watch “The Second Best Hospital in the Galaxy”

Prime Video

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