Studio Series FAQ
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The Studio Series is an ongoing collection of small-scale productions developed in collaboration with local theatre artists and performed in the Cynthia Sears Studio at BPA.
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BPA typically presents three Studio Series productions per season.
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Local theatre artists and/or groups with project proposals that align with BPA’s values and mission of enriching the community through performing arts are encouraged to apply.
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No. The Studio Series model is designed as a collaborative partnership, where BPA provides resources such as performance and rehearsal space, production support, and administrative infrastructure, while artists/groups contribute their creative vision and production efforts.
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BPA offers access to a high-quality production environment, rehearsal and performance space, technical and marketing support, and administrative assistance. The series also provides fiscal support and a structured model for artist compensation, including honorarium payments and a revenue split from ticket sales.
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Projects should align with at least one of the Studio Series’ key goals:
To Support Artistic Development: Opportunities for local theatre makers to develop, refine, and present new productions.
To Champion New Works, Diverse Perspectives, and Innovative Storytelling: Productions that present original works, under-represented perspectives, or bold interpretations of existing plays.
To Enhance Community Collaboration: Projects that foster partnerships between BPA and local artists, contributing to a thriving theatre ecosystem.
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The Cynthia Sears Studio is a new, multi-functional space, which can be configured as a 75-seat black box theatre with a modular stage (maximum size: 12 x 20 ft.), and state-of-the-art lighting, sound, and projection technology, designed to support a wide range of artistic visions.
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Click below to access the BPA Studio Series Proposal Submission Form. There is no deadline to apply, proposals are reviewed on a rolling basis.