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PLAY PRACTICE ARTISTS RESIDENCY

ARTIST IN RESIDENCE PROJECT

Bangalore, India

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An independent space for artistic research, creation, exchange and collaboration. Play Practice Artists Residency welcomes independent artists, choreographers, performers, movement practitioners and interdisciplinary artists from India and around the world. The residency offers time, space and concentration for artists to develop their practice, research a new project, continue existing work, collaborate with others or explore new ideas through movement and performance. Play Practice is an independent, artist run space, created and maintained by artists. Residents bring their own practices, questions, projects and ideas while having opportunities to connect with the local artistic community.

 

THE RESIDENCY

​A space for research and creative development

Play Practice is primarily a working environment for artists who need dedicated time and space for their practice.

You may arrive with:

  • A clearly defined project

  • An early stage research idea

  • A collaborative proposal

  • An existing work you want to continue

  • A desire for concentrated time to develop your practice

There is no prescribed daily programme and no requirement to produce a finished performance.

The focus is on: Research · Process · Practice · Exchange · Development

Artists organise their own working schedule within the available studio hours and may propose presentations, workshops or other forms of exchange during their stay.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

​Studio Access : Approximately 4 to 6 hours of pre booked studio access per day, subject to the residency schedule.

  • Accommodation : Separate or Shared artist accommodation within the Play Practice premises.

  • Artistic Exchange : Opportunities to connect with artists, dancers, teachers and practitioners working in Bangalore.

  • Presentations : Residents may propose work in progress showings, open rehearsals, workshops, artist talks, demonstrations or performances.

  • Independent Working : Artists have the freedom to organise their own process according to the needs of their project.

 

STUDIO FACILITIES

​       Play Practice has two main studio spaces.

  • SMALL STUDIO : 20 × 30 ft dimension with Linoleum surface, Open working space , Natural ventilation and Basic studio facilities. Suitable for individual research, small group rehearsals, movement practice, teaching and intimate presentations.

  • BIG STUDIO : 30 × 60 ft dimention with Sprung wooden floor, Vinyl surface, Large open movement area, Basic technical facilitiesSuitable for larger groups, rehearsals, intensive movement research, workshops and performances.                                Both studios can be adapted according to the requirements of individual projects.

 

ACCOMMODATION

​Artists stay within the Play Practice residency environment, with shared accommodation designed to support a comfortable and communal living experience. The accommodation includes furnished rooms, shared living areas, kitchen facilities, bathrooms, natural light and ventilation, windows and fans, storage space, internet access, and lockers for personal belongings.

The small studio is located next to the housing area, while the larger studio is situated on the first floor of the main building. Accommodation is generally shared and forms an integral part of the communal residency experience, encouraging artists to live, work, exchange and connect with one another throughout their stay. One or two additional people may be accommodated, subject to availability and an additional contribution.

 

FOOD AND COOKING​

We do not provide a fixed meal arrangement because artists have different dietary requirements and eating preferences. Residents can choose how they organise their meals.

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  • Local food  : Restaurants and food delivery services are available nearby, including South Indian and North Indian food.

  • Cooking : Residents can use the available kitchen facilities. Grocery shops, convenience stores and supermarkets are within easy reach.

  • Shared cooking :Residents are encouraged to cook and eat together when possible, creating another opportunity for informal cultural and artistic exchange.

  • Swiggy , Zomato , Blinkit , these are the apps for food and groceries 

  • Bengali food restaurants is 5 min walk away and kerala food is 20 min walk away.

 

ARTISTIC COMMUNITY

Residents are encouraged to share knowledge and experience while also engaging with the local artistic community. Bangalore has a diverse arts environment including Contemporary Dance, Classical Indian Dance, Theatre, Music, Performance Art, Martial Arts and Various Movement Practices. Play Practice can provide information and introductions to local artists, practitioners, events and organisations.

 

COLLABORATION

Residents are encouraged to explore collaborations with artists and practitioners in Bangalore, creating opportunities for exchange, experimentation and shared learning. Collaborations may take many forms including joint research, performance projects, artist talks, open rehearsals, informal exchanges and short term creative projects. Play Practice does not impose a particular artistic methodology or working process. Each resident is invited to bring their own artistic approach, experience, interests and questions, while remaining open to dialogue and exchange with the local artistic community.

 

PERFORMANCE AND PRESENTATION

Residents are welcome to share their work with the local audience and artistic community in a format that suits their practice. Presentations may include finished performances, works in progress, open rehearsals, lecture performances, artist talks, discussions, demonstrations or workshops. Presentations are generally scheduled in the evening, particularly after 7:00 PM, while workshops and longer activities can be organised during weekends. The format, audience size and technical requirements are discussed with the residency team in advance to ensure that each presentation is practical and appropriate for the space and the proposed work.

 

LIVING IN BANGALORE

Play Practice Artists Residency is located in a residential neighbourhood along Mysore Road in Bangalore, with local shops, grocery stores and convenience stores within walking distance. Supermarkets and larger commercial areas are also easily accessible from the residency. Bangalore has a vibrant contemporary, classical and experimental artistic community, offering residents opportunities to explore the city's dance and performance scene, meet local artists and practitioners, and experience its diverse cultural life. Depending on the residency schedule, artists can also independently explore Karnataka and other parts of South India, with possibilities including Nandi Hills, Hampi, Mysore, Kodagu, Kodaikanal and other cultural and natural destinations.

 

TRANSPORTATION

Bangalore has a range of convenient local transportation options, including the Metro, public buses, auto rickshaws, taxis and app based cab services. These options provide easy access to the residency, central Bangalore and other parts of the city, allowing residents to travel independently and explore the city during their stay.

 

SELF DIRECTED RESIDENCY

Play Practice offers a self directed residency environment without prescribing a daily programme or requiring a specific artistic outcome. Artists are encouraged to shape their own schedule, research and creative process according to their interests and needs. During their stay, residents may use the studio for research, develop a performance or new work, collaborate with local artists, teach workshops, present their practice, or dedicate focused time to developing their artistic work. The residency is particularly suited to artists who value independence and creative freedom while also being open to communal living, exchange and interaction with other artists.

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COMMUNITY LIVING

Play Practice is both a working and living environment, and we ask all residents to take responsibility for the spaces they share and contribute positively to the community. Residents are expected to keep the studios and accommodation clean, respect shared facilities, take care of equipment and property, and clean up after using common areas. Consideration for other residents and their working processes is important, including being mindful of noise and the use of shared spaces. Residents are also responsible for looking after their personal belongings and contributing to a respectful and supportive community. Lockers are provided for personal valuables, but each resident remains responsible for their own possessions. Residents are also responsible for their own health, safety and general wellbeing throughout their stay.

 

EXPERIENCING INDIA

For international artists, the residency offers an opportunity to experience everyday life in India beyond a conventional tourist experience. Bangalore brings together a large and diverse city, a strong technology sector, traditional communities and a growing independent arts scene, creating a dynamic environment for cultural and artistic exchange. Artists should be prepared to encounter a different cultural, social and environmental context during their stay. Depending on the season, temperatures can generally range from approximately 25°C to 35°C, while the city can be busy, densely populated and noisy, with intense traffic. Food can be spicy, although a wide range of alternatives is available, and animals are commonly encountered in public spaces and on the streets. We encourage residents to approach their experience with curiosity, flexibility, cultural sensitivity and respect for the local environment and community.

 

WHO CAN APPLY

The residency is open to artists from India and internationally, with applications welcomed from contemporary dancers, choreographers, performers, movement practitioners, interdisciplinary and performance artists, theatre practitioners, independent researchers, and artists working across disciplines. We are particularly interested in projects involving movement, performance, body based practices, choreography, artistic research or interdisciplinary approaches, as well as collaborative projects that engage with different practices and perspectives. Applications from groups of up to three artists can also be considered, provided the proposed project and residency period are clearly defined.

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HOW TO APPLY  : EMAIL : playpractice.info@gmail.com   and Please include the following:

  • Current artistic CV

  • Relevant photographs. 

  • Videos documentation of your previous work

  • Number of participating artists  (Maximum: 3 artists) 

  • Project description  : Please provide an approximately one page description covering your research interests,The project you would like to develop, Your artistic questions, Your proposed working methods, What you would like to explore during the residency, Any potential collaborations with artists or practitioners in Bangalore

  • Proposed Dates:  Please include your desired residency duration , Arrival date, Departure date, Preferred dates for any presentation or project activity, This allows us to check studio and accommodation availability.

 

FUNDING

Play Practice does not currently provide full financial support for resident artists. Artists are encouraged to explore national and international mobility, residency and cultural exchange funding opportunities. After acceptance, Play Practice can provide an official invitation letter that may be used as supporting documentation for funding applications. Artists may also independently apply for mobility grants and other residency support.

 

RESIDENCY CONTRIBUTION : €775 Per Month ( Minimum Stay is 2 weeks) 

The contribution supports the use and maintenance of the residency facilities, including studios, accommodation, equipment and shared spaces.For shorter or longer stays, or projects with specific funding conditions, the contribution can be discussed individually.Our aim is to maintain Play Practice as an affordable independent working space for artists.

 

WHY PLAY PRACTICE?

Play Practice is an artist run working space created around the essential conditions artists need to focus on their practice. It is not a luxury retreat or a commercially operated residency centre, but a place where artists can step away from everyday demands and dedicate meaningful time to research, experimentation and creation. The residency offers time, space, movement, research, exchange, community and the freedom to develop ideas at an individual pace. Artists come to Play Practice to work, think, experiment, share and live alongside other artists, while remaining connected to an active and diverse artistic community.

 

JOIN US

If you are looking for a place to develop your practice, research a project, continue existing work, collaborate with artists in India, or spend concentrated time within an independent artistic environment, we invite you to apply. Bring your project, your questions and your practice. Bring what you already know, while remaining open to new encounters, exchanges and discoveries that may emerge through the residency.

 

PLAY PRACTICE ARTISTS RESIDENCY

Bangalore, India

Email: playpractice.info@gmail.com
Website: www.playpractice.in

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