Apply now for our 2019 Artist Residency Programme

News/December 2018

We’re thrilled to announce that Blast Theory’s 2019 Residency Programme is now open for applications.

When I applied for 20 Wellington Road, I imagined it as an opportunity to take some time and space, gather a few collaborators from around Europe, and “jam” on a particular manifestation of my artistic research in smell and interaction. Well, it was undoubtedly that. But perhaps even more crucially, my residency was a two-month object lesson in how one can live and work as part of a practising artist’s group. Seeing Blast Theory in action every day, taking care of each other and making great work with gentle dedication, was just as valuable to my practice, and my life, as were the infrastructural and technical support of their team. I strongly recommend the 20 Wellington Road residency to any artist or artist group seeking a dose of practical and soulful inspiration.

Heather Kelley

Overview

This unique Residency Programme is initiated and run by the artists in Blast Theory, Ju, Matt and Nick. It provides a studio space, accommodation, and uninterrupted time, for residents to research and develop new work in a supportive environment.

With 26 years experience as an artist-led company, we have a wealth of skills that we are able to use to support practitioners from all backgrounds and stages in their career; supporting skills development, providing opportunities and nurturing talent.

Blast Theory will provide tailored support for each artist in residence.

Residency Dates

There are three residency slots of two months available, giving artists the time and space for meaningful development of ideas and processes. The available residency slots are:

18^th February – 12^th April 2019
3^rd June – 26^th July 2019
7^th October – 29^th November 2019

About You

We welcome applications from individuals working in the following fields:

Pervasive and location based gaming and interactive media
The use of mobile and portable devices in cultural and artistic practice
Games design and theory
Narrative design and all forms of digital storytelling
Video streaming as artistic practice
Interdisciplinary and live art practices
Experimental and immersive theatre
Film – documentary, fiction and interactive
Liveness, interactivity, collaboration, co-creation and what audience participation means
Museum projects and experiences

Applicants should be able to demonstrate how the residency period will assist in the development of their practice. We aim to support people at all stages of their career, including emerging artists and those with an established background in their respective fields.

We actively seek residents that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and so encourage applications from those with less visibility in the sector.

Application Details

Please download the Blast Theory Residency Programme 2019 Application Pack to read the full details.

To apply, please complete your application via Survey Monkey.

You will be asked to complete the Application Form, Equal Opportunities Form and a Monitoring and Disclosure Form.

Applicants are welcome to apply in a format that serves them best, such as audio tape or video. If you prefer to apply via a video or audio application please contact dan(at)blasttheory.co.uk for more details.