Art & creative community0 open opportunities listedNew York, United States
About the organization
The Kitchen is a storied non-profit space in New York City that, since 1971, has served as an incubator for experimental performance, video, music, and dance. Founded by Woody and Steina Vasulka as an artist-run alternative to traditional institutions, it has consistently prioritized interdisciplinary work that resists easy categorization. Its mission is to support artists at pivotal moments in their careers, offering residencies, commissions, and a platform for risk-taking without commercial pressure. Over five decades, The Kitchen has become a vital nexus for the downtown avant-garde, adapting to changing artistic landscapes while maintaining its commitment to process over product.
Programs & opportunities
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Taking part
Artists should approach The Kitchen with a clear sense of how their work engages with its legacy of experimentation across disciplines. Proposals are typically reviewed by a curatorial team, and there is no formal open call; instead, artists are encouraged to research past programming and, when possible, attend events to understand the aesthetic and intellectual climate. A strong submission will articulate the work's developmental stage and how The Kitchen's resources—technical, spatial, and curatorial—would support its realization. Given the high volume of inquiries, patience and persistence are advised, along with a concise, well-documented proposal that highlights the work's conceptual rigor and openness to process.