Lab

Artsadmin Lab is a curated residency programme that supports the early stages of artistic development. Each year, the Artsadmin’s producing team selects artists to take part in residencies at Toynbee Studios. 

This residency is designed to foster creative exploration, with a focus on work that engages with themes of social and environmental justice – particularly through live and interdisciplinary practices. 

Artsadmin Lab is also an opportunity for our producers to build new relationships and strengthen existing ones, working closely with artists at the very beginning of their creative journey. 

Lab Residencies last one or two weeks. Artists are not expected to present an outcome; instead, they are encouraged to use the time for research, experimentation, and development. 

Artsadmin Lab 2025

What support do Lab Artists receive? 

In 2025, as well as free rehearsal space, and advice from our producer team, Lab artist receive a stipend* to support their participation: 

One-week residency: £650 

Two-week residency: £1,300 

Artists who take part in the Lab Residencies are also invited to join the Artsadmin Lab Alumni network, gaining continued access to support and opportunities to perform at Lab Alumni Sharings.  

*Please note that the stipend is based on the average weekly pay for Performers as indicated by the Independent Theatre Council

When do Labs take place? 

The deadline for proposals for the 2025 Labs has now passed. We anticipate future rounds and encourage those interested to stay connected for upcoming opportunities. In the meantime, we invite you to sign up for the Anchor Digest to stay informed and to engage with our wider programme throughout the year.