Backstage Pass
Introducing Backstage Pass – a program offering complimentary space to creatives who were affected by the pandemic, in need of space to perform their next show, produce their next musical endeavor or rehearse for their next gig.
Artscape is offering these complimentary spaces*! Apply today and take your performance, production or rehearsal to the next level – because exceptional artists deserve exceptional space.
« This program has been made possible by the Government of Canada. »
« Ce programme a été rendu possible grâce au gouvernement du Canada. »
*Maximum $2500 value
What type of space are you looking for?
Production
Fashion, portrait or product photography, a wide range of video shoots, VFX or virtual production and finally, a boutique sound studio perfect for your next professional recording.
Get up to two bookings at one of these locations:
Artscape Daniels Launchpad - Digital Media Lab (DML)
Photography Studio
- 621-square foot Photography Studio
- Features a white 18-foot curved cycloramic wall
- Sony A7iii Cameras
- Sigma lenses
- Profoto strobe lights
- Variety of light modifiers
Video Production Studio
- 943-square foot VFX Live Room
- Green 90-degree curved cycloramic wall with adjoining broadcast-style VFX Control Room
- Video Equipment Kit including Black Magic URSA Mini Pro 4.6K G2 camera and a wide range of supporting equipment
Sound Recording Studio
- Audio Engineer included in booking
- 202-square foot Control Room built around an SSL XL-Desk analog mixing console
- Pair of Barefoot Footprint 1 speakers and a range of premium equipment including Neve, Avalon and Millenia preamps and a wide selection of microphones
- 231-square foot Live Room equipped with top-of-the-line instruments and amplifiers
Rehearsal
The artist looking to practice for their next gig - including lighting, sound, and live-performance workers.
Get up to two bookings at one of these locations:
Artscape Daniels Launchpad – Sugar Hall:
- Rehearsal spaces are ideal for theatre, dance or other types of non-music rehearsals
- Beautiful views of the water
- Ability to equip with chair seating, tables and stages on a first come first served basis
Artscape Weston Common – Rockport Hall
- Exclusive use of 1800 sq ft. of rehearsal space in Rockport Hall
- Performance calibre Audio Visual equipment with full lighting grid
- Technical Support for set up
- Backline equipment to support the ease of artist’s transportation and access to affordable rehearsal space, including:
- Guitar Amps (2) & Stand
- Bass Amp
- Keyboard, Keyboard Amp & Stand
- Drum Kit & Stool
- Music Stands (5)
Performance
The artist who is ready to put on a show - including audio/visual capabilities, professional lighting, and video projection.
Artscape Daniels Launchpad – Sugar Hall:
- Beautiful views of the water
- Well equipped with projection, audio, lighting, and conferencing capabilities
Artscape Sandbox
- Lighting grids spanning the event space and feature lighting in the bar area.
- An adjustable welcome desk to accommodate registration, a box office and coat check.
- Full AV capabilities, including lighting grid, sound system and projector and screen.
Artscape Weston Common – Rockport Hall
- Performance caliber audio visual equipment
- Movable stage
- Bar
- Green room
- Full lighting grid
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Applicant must be a live performance sector worker [Musicians, Vocalists (Singer-Songwriter), Videographer, Photographer, Podcaster, Producer, Mixed Media Artist, Influencer, Content Creator, Editor, Colourist, Cinematographer, Movie-Maker, 3D-FX Artist, Dancers, Spoken Word, Comedians and Comedy Performers]
- Applicant’s practice must have been negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic
- Applicant must have lost income due to the COVID-19 pandemic
- Applicant can only apply for one program stream [Production, Rehearsal or Performance]
- If applying on behalf of a group, max of 1 applicant per group
- Please note that program support is subject to applicant and resource availability and will only be offered in predefined booking periods. Once confirmed, a booking may not be rescheduled, credited or refunded. Program participants must have sufficient availability to schedule and use program support by March 31, 2023.
- Artscape encourages applications from those that represent the full diversity of communities in Canada, including complexities of intersecting identities such as ability, class, gender, race and sexual orientation. Please let us know if you have any needs for accommodation throughout the process by contacting backstage@artscape.ca.
Have any questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions.
