Affordable Rehearsal for Pittsburgh Artists
Place to Space is a collaborative pilot program by Kelly Strayhorn Theater, PearlArts Movement & Sound, and Attack Theatre that provides subsidized access to professional, wheelchair-accessible rehearsal space. Serving 100 artists across East Liberty, Braddock, and Lawrenceville, the program removes a critical barrier to artistic sustainability while investing in a more equitable creative ecosystem for Pittsburgh.
Place to Space
is made possible by the generous support of The Heinz Endowments
Kelly Strayhorn Theater (Friendship)
The Downstairs Studio is a two-story black box theater with floor-to-ceiling windows, bluetooth sound, marley flooring, and blackout curtains. The Upstairs Studio is a traditional rehearsal space with a sprung hardwood floor, full-wall mirror, bluetooth sound, and windows along two walls. Both studios are 1650 square feet and have a capacity of 30 for rehearsals.
PearlArts Movement & Sound (Braddock)
Movement 1: Our primary rehearsal studio is perfect for large groups, dance classes, or creative rehearsals. Featuring three expansive windows, this bright and airy space is ideal for sunset yoga, vibrant movement sessions, or mindful breathing. Capacity: 75.
Movement 2: Perfect for solo or duo rehearsals, meetings, or intimate gatherings, this 590 sq. ft. studio provides a private and focused space for creative work. With a comfortable layout and natural light, it’s ideal for small-scale movement practices, artist collaborations, or brainstorming sessions. Capacity: 15 people
Attack Theatre (Lawrenceville)
With 2,800 square feet, the Studio contains a custom-built sprung floor and offers plenty of space for artists to develop new works. Outfitted with 6 TS410 surround speakers that are accessible via bluetooth and AUXaudio and video resources. The capacity for movers in this space is 35
Our 1,000-square-foot Creative Learning Lab offers subsidized, flexible space for artists to experiment, rehearse, and advance their practice. This space has audio capabilities using a single TS410 speaker accessible via bluetooth and AUX. The capacity for movers in this space is 20.