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Deadline reminder for our Queens-based artists and organizations!

November 18 is the deadline for the Queens Arts Fund’s New Work Grant and Arts Access Grant

Learn more here: www.nyfa.org/awards-grants/
A promotional graphic announces the “2026 Queens Arts Fund: Arts Access $2,500–$5,000” grants in large white text on a gray background. Below the text, five dancers pose dynamically in coordinated blue outfits against a neutral studio backdrop. Logos for NYFA and NYC Cultural Affairs appear at the bottom right. A promotional graphic announces the “2026 Queens Arts Fund: New Work $2,500–$5,000” grants in large white text over a wood-paneled background. Below, a musician performs outdoors on a small stage, using a keyboard controller and laptop while an audience watches in the foreground. Logos for NYFA and NYC Cultural Affairs appear at the bottom right.
November 13, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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Access to affordable housing is a necessity for artists and cultural workers, right alongside all gig workers. Artists face barriers to this access because of the ways we earn income.

Read more in this article by Arun Venugopal in Gothamist: gothamist.com/news/manhatt...
Manhattan lawmakers want more affordable housing for artists
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November 12, 2025 at 11:36 PM
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The next YoungArts Artist Resource Collective FREE webinar is tomorrow, November 12, from 6-7pm.

Alex Glancy is leading a webinar titled "IP Overview: How to Identify and Protect Valuable Intellectual Property in Your Portfolio."

Learn more and RSVP here: youngarts.org/artist-resou...
Graphic for the Artist Resource Collective Webinar titled “IP Overview: How to Identify and Protect Valuable Intellectual Property in Your Portfolio.” The design features a purple background with a photo of a smiling woman in professional attire. Text notes that the session is led by Alex Glancy, partner and founding attorney at Gundzik Gundzik Heeger LLP, and takes place on November 12 at 6 PM ET.
November 11, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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We are thrilled to share that we’ve been able to expand the number of Pay Your People grants awarded at The Big Give 2025 from 65 to 70!

We are extending the Pay Your People application deadline to 11:59pm on Sunday, November 16, so that everyone has time to apply: indiespace.org/PYP
Graphic promoting IndieSpace’s Pay Your People grant program. Large white text on a dark purple background reads “Pay Your People.” To the right, smaller text says, “Apply for a grant: indiespace.org/PYP. Deadline extended to 11:59pm on Sunday, Nov. 16.” The IndieSpace logo appears in the lower right corner.
November 10, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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If your NYC-based indie theater organization, collective, company, or venue has a Giving Tuesday campaign planned, we’d love to share it! Use this form to share your info with us: forms.gle/1bZFQiaTYtPi...

We’ll begin posting community campaigns on Nov 24 and continue through Giving Tuesday, Dec 2.
Graphic from IndieSpace calling for community submissions of Giving Tuesday campaigns. The background shows a softly blurred image of someone working on a laptop with a drink in the foreground. Overlaid white text reads, “Send us your Giving Tuesday campaigns! IndieSpace will share them,” with the IndieSpace logo at the top.
November 9, 2025 at 11:53 PM
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The latest upcoming indie theater shows/productions happening in New York City, submitted by members of the IndieSpace community.

View this thread to learn about these upcoming shows! 👇

All of the links for tickets are here: www.indiespace.org/updates/upco...
November 9, 2025 at 7:30 PM
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ADC Consulting is hosting the public launch of their newest industry resource, Policy Literacy for the Creative Sector: An open-source policy brief educational template for creative workers and entities.
You're invited to attend on Tue, Nov 18 from 3-5pm EST via Zoom: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
November 8, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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We’ve gathered free and low-cost mental health offerings happening in NYC this November. This list includes workshops, support groups, fitness events, and community events.

Check out the full list here: www.indiespace.org/updates/nyc-...
Graphic for IndieSpace’s “NYC Mental Health Offerings for November.” The image shows a warm, calming scene with a lit candle and a green potted plant on a wooden surface. At the top, a yellow banner features the IndieSpace logo and the event title in white text.
November 7, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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💜 “We’ve seen firsthand how IndieSpace shows up for artists.”

Each year, The Big Give celebrates the indie theater community - the people, spaces, and creativity.

If your company (or one you know!) might be interested in supporting The Big Give, learn more: indiespace.org/the-big-give-sponsorship
Graphic featuring a quote from Social Change Consulting, a sponsor for The Big Give 2025, alongside an image from The Big Give 2024. The photo shows people gathered in a warmly lit venue with purple and blue lighting and a screen displaying sponsor logos including the Howard Gilman Foundation, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and Venturous Theater Fund. Below, the quote reads: “We’ve seen firsthand how IndieSpace shows up for artists. Not just with funding, but with care, advocacy, and real solutions… That’s why we’re proud to support IndieSpace and The Big Give again this year.”
November 7, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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Our last IndieSpace Together of 2025 will be happening on Tuesday, November 18.

We’ll be together at the West Village Rehearsal Co-Op from 4pm to 8pm.

RSVP here: forms.gle/KoYe1kSi2dvC...

Networking and Connection Time from 4-6pm
Our First Friendsgiving Dinner from 6-8pm.
Promotional graphic for IndieSpace Together: Friendsgiving Edition! The image shows two people sitting on white couches, smiling and talking over drinks in a warmly lit, art-filled space. Text below announces the event details: “Tuesday, Nov. 18 – West Village Rehearsal Co-Op,” with the IndieSpace logo at the top center.
November 6, 2025 at 11:35 PM
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Ever feel like you’re juggling more hats than a circus act?
Say goodbye to the chaos and hello to efficiency!

Creatives Thrive NYC presents Art as a Business! Join financial experts Pam & Dyalekt of Get Shamele$s on 11/20 at 1pm ET.

RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/get-shamel...
November 5, 2025 at 11:34 PM
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We are proud to support #FallOfFreedom, a nationwide cultural movement uniting artists, institutions, and communities in celebration of creative expression and solidarity.

Learn more here: www.falloffreedom.com
November 4, 2025 at 11:32 PM
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Could your NYC-based indie theater company, collective, or venue use $1,000 to pay historically excluded artists or leadership?

Then apply for a Pay Your People grant!
Learn more: www.indiespace.org/the-big-give

The deadline is November 11. Grants will be awarded at The Big Give on December 4.
November 3, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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A.R.T./New York is hosting 'NYSCA Capital Readiness Workshop' on Thur, Nov 13, 1-3PM.

Hosted by A.D. Hamingson & Associates, it is a free Zoom session for ART/NY members who are considering a Capital or Design application this cycle (deadline 1/13/26).

RSVP here: airtable.com/appklbe51biZ...
Promotional graphic for the “NYSCA Capital Readiness Workshop,” hosted by A.R.T./New York and led by A.D. Hamingon & Associates. The design features portraits of Andrew D. Hamingon and Sarah McLellan, with event details indicating it will take place on Thursday, November 13th from 1:00–2:30 PM. The graphic encourages registration and notes that the session is intended for A.R.T./New York members considering a Capital or Design application by January 13, 2026.
November 3, 2025 at 12:52 AM
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This helpful guide from NYC Votes provides a better understanding of your voter rights ✔️

We all have the right to make our voices heard. Know your rights before you cast your vote so you can advocate for yourself and others.

For more info, please visit nycvotes.org
November 2, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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The latest upcoming indie theater shows/productions happening in NYC, submitted by members of the IndieSpace community.

View this thread to learn about these upcoming shows! 👇

All of the links for tickets are here: www.indiespace.org/updates/upco...

The preview image is from the Chain Theatre
November 1, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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Join us on November 18 for IndieSpace Together – Friendsgiving Edition!

We’ll be together at the West Village Rehearsal Co-Op from 4–8pm.

Learn more and RSVP here: www.indiespace.org/updates/indi...

The flow of the day:
4-6pm – Networking and Connection Time
6-8pm – Our First Friendsgiving Dinner
A group of people gather and chat around tables in a warmly lit room, some eating and drinking, others standing and talking. Text on the image reads: “IndieSpace Together. 4pm–6pm: Networking and Connection Time. 6pm–8pm: Our First Friendsgiving Dinner. Tuesday, Nov. 18. West Village Rehearsal Co-Op.” The IndieSpace logo appears at the top.
October 30, 2025 at 11:23 PM
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Due to the Federal Government shutdown, funding for SNAP benefits may be delayed or unavailable as of Nov. 1, 2025.

IndieSpace would like to help indie theater artists where we can.

If you are a recipient of SNAP or are experiencing food insecurity, please use this form: forms.gle/RCyZFFYQRCvp...
A background image of fresh produce in a grocery store is overlaid with teal shading. Large white text reads, “Food Assistance for Indie Theater Artists,” and the IndieSpace logo appears at the top.
October 30, 2025 at 12:18 AM
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IndieSpace invites you to our next Builders Series session on Monday, November 3 from 4-5pm (EST) over Zoom.

We’ll be joined by Dawn Heuff from Aurore Fundraising Consultancy, who will lead a conversation titled: Existential Fundraiser Fatigue.

Learn more and RSVP here: forms.gle/c4tPmSABDuGq...
A photo of Dawn Heuff, who has curly hair and glasses smiles in a portrait on a black background. Text beside her reads: “The Builders Series. Join us on Zoom Mon, Nov. 3 from 4–5pm. We’ll be joined by Dawn Heuff of Aurore Fundraising Consultancy, who will lead a discussion, ‘Existential Fundraiser Fatigue: How can I ask for donations to my project when there are so many other important causes right now?’” The IndieSpace logo appears at the top.
October 28, 2025 at 6:25 PM
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The good folks at @indiespacenyc.bsky.social are giving 65 $1,000 grants for theatre companies, venues, or collectives to pay historically excluded artists who work in, administrate, or perform in their spaces and/or productions! 11/11 deadline! Check it out!
October 25, 2025 at 3:16 PM
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Join a FREE webinar led by Alex Glancy on Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 6pm EST on Business Structures.
youngarts.org/artist-resou...
This webinar will guide artists and creatives through the fundamentals of business structures and explore fiscal sponsorship, highlighting their impact on your artistic work.
October 27, 2025 at 8:44 PM
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but also will enrich the cultural fabric with @indiespace arts programming. It will also feature a vibrant publicly accessible green space, offering residents and neighbors a serene outdoor area to relax, gather, and enjoy community events.
October 25, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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705 Tenth Avenue, with approximately 160 permanently affordable units and a dedicated arts-focused community space, has ‘topped off’ in the heart of Hell’s Kitchen. 🏗️✨

This building will not only deliver high-quality, affordable housing in one of Manhattan’s most in-demand neighborhoods
October 25, 2025 at 7:01 PM
indiespacenyc.bsky.social
The latest upcoming indie theater shows/productions happening in New York City, submitted by members of the IndieSpace community.

View this thread to learn about these upcoming shows! 👇

All of the links for tickets are here: www.indiespace.org/updates/upco...

The preview image is from JACK!
October 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM
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This December, IndieSpace will give away 65 Pay Your People grants to indie theater companies, collectives, or venues to pay historically excluded artists or leadership to work in, administrate, or perform in their space/productions.

Application deadline is Nov. 11: www.indiespace.org/the-big-give
A bold maroon graphic with white text reads “Pay Your People” in large letters. Smaller text in the upper right corner says, “Apply for a grant: indiespace.org/PYP.” The IndieSpace logo appears in the top left corner.
October 23, 2025 at 11:40 PM