The residency will take place from November 1 – December 12, 2025. Submission by 10 September 2025.
Call for Applications
SensoryScapes Performance Art Residency
A space for artists and performers to an immersive journey into the world of performance arts.
Residency Dates: 1 November – 12 December 2025 (Duration: 3–6 weeks)
Submission Deadline: 10 September 2025 (extended deadline)
The SensoryScapes Performance Art residency aims to empower performance practitioners by offering space, resources, and growth opportunities.
Collaboratively spearheaded by Studio 88 Artist Residency and the talented Artistic Director Chaiwat Lochotinant of the Base Box Theatre and Len Yai Performance Project by Chiang Mai Design Week, this residency emphasizes both local and international collaboration, fostering creative exchange and experimentation within Chiang Mai’s rich cultural landscape.
During the residency, artists will explore various mediums including directing, movement, music, light, sound, visuals, storytelling, and technology. Through masterclasses, workshops, and open studios, participants will be encouraged to push boundaries and challenge conventions. Collaboration between local and international artists is encouraged, fostering the exchange of ideas and constructive feedback.
Key components of the residency include:
- Experimentation, exchange, and knowledge sharing across cultural and disciplinary boundaries.
- Workshops to share skills and techniques with fellow artists and local communities.
- Sharing sessions to discuss artistic journeys and perspectives on performing arts.
- Presentations of existing artwork with Q&A sessions.
We encourage artists from all disciplines to participate. We invite proposals for projects that blend design principles with performing arts, such as Design Thinking for Performance, Set Design, Costume Design, Projection Mapping, Interactive Performance Installations, Sound Design, Collaborative Performance, Experimental Stage Productions, Digital Choreography, Environmental Performance Design, and Integration of art, design, and technology (including augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), Literary Arts (poetry, prose, spoken word), Sound & Music, Film & Multimedia and Visual Arts as well as Cross-disciplinaries.
The residency will culminate in public events, including performances and exhibitions, grounded in rigorous research and experimentation. Curated by our team, the aim is to resonate with audiences, provoke thought, and inspire meaningful dialogue.
Artists may propose to:
- Rehearse and showcase existing work
- Work on existing projects that the artist(s) wish to further develop during the residency
- Create a new body of (solo-) work during the residency
- Collaborative work with local artists during the residency, artist is required to do minimum 4-6 weeks residency
What does the Residency include?
• Time and space to develop new and/or existing work
• Engaging discussions with fellow artists and curators
• Studio visits, workshops, and public sharing sessions
• Access to the vibrant artistic and cultural landscape of Studio 88
• Artist profile promotion on our website and social media platforms
• Networking opportunities for potential collaborations
• Basic research assistance
• Administrative support on-site
• Private accommodation in a self-contained bungalow
• Private working space in the bungalow and shared studio space
• Basic equipment and technical support from our technical team
What does the Showcase include?
- Rehearsal studio/space and basic equipment and technical support from our technical team
- Showcase venues (to be considered based on project nature and space availability)
- Promotion of the public event
Application Process
To apply, please complete the online application form and provide the following supporting documents:
• CV
• 100-word biographical note
• 250-word statement outlining why you would like to participate in the programme and the work you propose to develop
• Indication of preferred residency period, 3-6 weeks
Residency Fee
There is no application fee. The residency fee will be applied only upon acceptance, based on the residency fee and services listed on our website.
Selection Process
Studio 88 will select the participating artists. Selected artists will be notified via email by mid-September 2025.
Read more about Studio 88 Artist Residency on our website.
This call is developed in partnership with Dr Chaiwat Lochotinant, Artistic Director, Base Box Theatre and Len Yai Performance Project by Chiang Mai Design Week.
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