Concrete Playground

It's no secret that artists struggle with one major issue in the Sydney metropolis: affordable, appropriate space to develop their craft. Since 2005, Queen Street Studio has done much to change that landscape, providing not only affordable space for artists, but also free residencies and workshops.

In February, the studio will be running TOOLKIT Performance Lab, one of the aforementioned workshops. Over two weeks, TOOLKIT will provide participating performing artists with a physical and creative space to refine their skills. Towards this purpose, two New York-based artists are on board: Barney O'Hanlon and Laura Sheedy. The first week will focus on developing useful 'tools' while, in the second, artists will create work for a final evening showcase.

Now is the time for curious performance-based artists, theatre directors and dance-makers to act. Registration and deposits must be finalised by 4 February, so seek out more information straight away.

Image: Frederick James Koch.