The Barrow Group’s Artist Performance Residencies support artists in bringing new work into the room. Designed to remove barriers and foster creative exploration, these residencies provide the space, resources, and support artists need to share work-in-progress with an audience.
Residencies may culminate in a reading, scene sharing, or small-scale production—offering artists the opportunity to explore, refine, and deepen their work in a generous, process-driven environment.
What the Residency Provides
Selected artists receive:
- Access to a TBG studio for rehearsals and up to one or two public sharings
- A dedicated TBG staff liaison for planning and support
- Front-of-house assistance for public events
- A welcoming space designed for listening, presence, and story
Residencies are flexible by design and shaped in conversation with the artist, allowing each project to receive the support it needs.
Why We Offer This Program
The Barrow Group recognizes that access to space is one of the greatest barriers facing artists—particularly those developing new work. By offering donated rehearsal and performance space, TBG seeks to expand access and create meaningful opportunities for actors, directors, and playwrights to share their work with a live audience.
These residencies also invite audiences into the creative process, offering a rare window into how original theatrical work is developed, shaped, and brought to life.
Who Can Apply
- NYC-based theater artists
- Actors, directors, playwrights, and collaborators
- Artists working on original or self-generated projects
There is no fee to apply. Applications are reviewed and curated by TBG staff on a rolling basis.
Past Resident Artists
Past Artist Performance Residencies have supported work by:
Aasif Mandvi, Christine Campbell, Dinanda Klaassen, Shane Lundin, Michael Dermansky, Erin Noll, William Cary, Daniel Cabrera, Reilly Hilbert, Ashil Lee, Nora Sorena Casey, Tomer Adorian, Jamie Dillard, Tora Alexander, Nicholas Byers, Janet Donofrio, David Lawyer, Alison Preece, and Christopher Dennison.