The Incubation Space Award is intended to enable innovative artists / arts companies / collectives – working in any artistic discipline – to research and develop new works or collaborative methodologies, over a period of one to six months, through the provision of a dedicated work-space in Unit 4, James Joyce Street.

What is included in the Incubation Space Award?

Based in Unit 4, James Joyce Street, Dublin 1, the Award provides a free, good sized, bright work space/studio, approx. 70.5m2. The Units consists of kitchen and washroom facilities, large heated studio and wireless broadband. While it is a flexible space, applicants should note that the cement flooring may not be suitable for dance, without the awardee arranging temporary additional measures.

Applicants may apply for a minimum of one month, up to a maximum of six months, to fall within January 2024 – December 2024. An Arts Officer will be assigned as liaison to connect awardees to the programme of the Arts Office, where relevant, or to suggest appropriate mentorship or other supports as needed. Inside Incubation Space, Unit 4, James Joyce Street

Closing Date: 12 Noon, Wednesday 29 November 2023.

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Register now for an information seminar on the award at 3pm Tuesday October 31st in the Incubation Space, Unit 4 , James Joyce Street, Dublin 1, which will include a short sharing of the development work of awardees Darren Yorke and Lemon Soap Productions.

The session will provide an opportunity to be inspired by the work of previous recipients, to see the space available and to ask us any questions you may have about the award and the application process.