Foundry 2023
Applications are now closed. There will be another open call next year – if you’d like a reminder nearer the time, or to hear about other upcoming opportunities for artists, sign up to our newsletter by emailing artistdevelopment@sagegateshead.com
FOUNDRY 2023 makes our Sage Two performance space available to artists for 4 days of intensive development and rehearsal time, handing the venue over to musicians making new work in an unprecedented way.
We are looking for established artists in any genre with an exciting idea which needs further development, or a project ready to tour or perform, which would benefit from 4 days of intensive rehearsal with the support of our technicians and Artist Development team.
The package includes:
- Four days in Sage Two (400 capacity venue with flexible layouts)
- Optional relaxed sharing to showcase what you’ve been working on
- Up to £1000 towards costs e.g. filming, accommodation costs
- Basic venue staffing support
- Help with applying for funding to support taking part in the residency and future plans for your project
- Additional money is available for access costs, see below
>> Click here to find out more about the Foundry programme <<
Foundry 2023 Residency Programme FAQs
Have a question? We’ve compiled a list of frequently asked questions to assist you with your application. Find out more.
Hear what Foundry 2022 residents Anna & Isobel had to say about their experience:
Hear what Foundry 2022 resident Dirty Freud had to say about their experience:
Sam Grant from Rubber Oh
How did Sam prepare for a live performance working from a studio recording during his 2022 Foundry residency?
Read Sam's storyAnna and Isobel Hughes
Anna and Isobel Hughes are sisters with a creative bond. Anna is a musician and Isobel an actor, but the pair shared a desire to combine their crafts to tell a story. With the support of Foundry, they produced ‘A Place to Fall to Pieces’.
Read Anna and Isobel's storySage Gateshead is a PRS Foundation Talent Development Partner supported by PPL
