Links Hall Call for Proposals - 2008/09 LinkUp Residency
Call Type:
Residencies, Workshops, ExchangesDeadline Type:
fixedDeadline:
6/6/2008Eligibility:
Chicago-City
Renata Sheppard, 07/08 LinkUp Artist Performing artists/groups utilizing movement as a core element in their work, are invited to apply to Links Hall for our LinkUp program. LinkUp is a program of mutual support and investment between independent Chicago artists/groups and Links Hall, recognizing the interdependence of artists and art spaces for the survival and growth of the arts.Links Hall will select four artists/groups that are interested in making their creative home at Links Hall. It is our hope that LinkUp artists will remain active and vital members of the Links Hall community beyond their time in residence.
Selected artists/groups will receive:
Up to 10hrs of rehearsal space per week during weekday mornings and afternoons: October 2008 to March 2009 OR April 2009 to September 2009 (two artists/groups will be scheduled in each period).
Support of a paid mentor during their residency.
Free access to performances and discussions at Links Hall.
One work-in-progress showing at the three-month point of their residency.
A fully produced weekend of performances in the Links Hall Performance Series. .
One professional development workshop in marketing and finance for artists.
A stipend of $750, payable in two installments at the start and mid-point of the residency.
Proposals are due NO LATER THAN 5PM ON FRIDAY JUNE 6, 2008.
For a full RFP, PLEASE CONTACT ERICA MOTT AT LINKS HALL: (773) 281-0824 or emott@linkshall.org