The Barclays Center makes a historic step, as the arena will host the 30th Annual MTV Video Music Awards.
On August 25th, Brooklyn’s very own Barclays Center arena will continue its historic streak as it plays host for the 2013 MTV Video Music Awards. This will mark the first major annual award show to take place in the borough of Brooklyn.
In a press release for the announcement Stephen Friedman, President of MTV had this to say. “From a vibrant musical scene for up and coming artists to epic concerts by today’s biggest stars and the triumphant return of pro sports to the borough after nearly 60 years, Brooklyn has re-emerged as a cultural capitol where music, sports and entertainment history is made every day… We can’t wait to help write the next chapter on August 25th, when one of the biggest nights in music happens in Brooklyn… for the very first time.” NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg added, “Brooklyn is home to icons like the Cyclone in Coney Island and the Brooklyn Bridge, and now it can lay claim to the MTV ‘Video Music Awards… Bringing the VMAs to Brooklyn will mean hundreds of jobs as crews work on the production and provide a boost to our local economy as attendees stay in hotels, visit local eateries and experience all Brooklyn and our City have to offer.”
The Barclays Center already plays host to the Brooklyn Nets and in 2014 will also give the New York Islanders a new home.
The Source Magazine‘s Owner and Publisher L. Londell McMillan is a Co-Owner and Partner in the Brooklyn Nets. It is safe to say you can catch us in the building August 25th.
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