Artist Development & Residencies

Mural Arts’ Tacony LAB Community Arts Center is seeking applications for an artist residency to  take place Summer/Fall 2024 for a 3 month residency taking place from August 1, 2024 to  October 31. 

 The goal of this artist residency is to create a new public artwork in the Tacony neighborhood  while engaging the community in the Tacony LAB Community Arts Center.  The Tacony LAB is located at 6918 Torresdale Avenue. The Tacony Community Development Corporation (CDC) is  a co-sponsor of this residency and will be responsible for the production and installation of the  banners once they are designed. 

 The final form for this artwork is a series of banners along a 1 mile portion of Torresdale Avenue  through the neighborhood of Tacony. The artist will lead a community engagement process that  highlights the neighborhood’s uniqueness and will ultimately create graphics which will be  printed onto weather-proof materials as well as an exhibition of their work. As part of the  residency, artists will spend approximately 8 hours per week at the Tacony LAB or in Tacony.  Artists based in the Northeast or with connection to Tacony preferred. 

 The artist will be paid $6000 for this residency. A material budget of approximately $500 will be  available for supplies and engagement. The artist fee will be paid at the end of each month in increments of $2,000. 

Introduction

Mural Arts is partnering with the Philadelphia Housing Authority (PHA) to invest in new public art projects in Sharswood ​over the next two years. These art projects are part of the area’s ongoing transformation occurring through the improvement of distressed public housing  and the addition of new residences, shopping and community spaces. Mural Arts is working with PHA as part of the Sharswood Blumberg Choice Neighborhoods Transformation Plan. 

The project’s aim is to develop multiple artworks and placemaking initiatives that bring value to the community of Sharswood. Projects are being considered for public buildings, community parks and open spaces, as well as along the Ridge Avenue commercial corridor. The themes could highlight the neighborhood's history, issues important to the community now, and people’s visions for the future.

The purpose of this a call is to create a roster of artists – including muralists and artists who work in materials such as mosaic, metal, wood, fabric and graphics – who would be interested in working with the Sharswood community for the creation of murals or other artworks, activations or installations within community spaces. Projects could be permanent or temporary.

Mural Arts will convene a panel to review all applicants’ materials. All applications that meet our selection criteria will be placed on the roster we are creating. If you are placed on the roster, you  will be contacted when opportunities become available, with detailed information about scope of work, roles, timing and payment for that opportunity, and you will be asked to let us know if you are interested in being considered for the opportunity.  If you are interested in being considered for the opportunity,  you will be placed on a list of finalists who would be interviewed and/or asked to submit proposals. Artists who are asked to submit a proposal will be compensated, and artists who are selected will receive an agreed upon stipend in addition to a budget for materials and supplies necessary to complete the artwork.

This roster will take the place of individual RFQS for each project. Because the nature and timing of the projects we will undertake is not completely known, Mural Arts cannot guarantee that every artist who joins the roster will be offered an opportunity, nor that the timing or budgets will be suitable to all interested artists.

Call for Reader's Theater submission at Allens Lane Art Center 

PECO is seeking panelists to read and deliberate on grant applications for its 2024 grants program, PECO Powering the Arts.  Now, in its third year, this annual grant opportunity helps community-based arts and non-arts groups with funds for projects geared towards attracting new and diverse audiences by reducing barriers to their participation. PECO recognizes those arts organizations that seek to create equitable access to the arts through arts education, engagement, and participation-- all essential elements of enhancing the quality of our lives and communities.

The Master of Arts in Theatre program at VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY offers a distinct fusion of inspiring academic work and practical production experience. Our flexible, multi-faceted degree program prepares students from a variety of disciplines to succeed on stage, behind-the-scenes and in the classroom. The comprehensive MA can be completed in two years as a full-time student.

Each year, we send artists to schools throughout the Delaware Valley for long-term, small group music instruction. The program could include: in-school student pull-outs, aiding an existing music teacher during class, or working after school with kids to hone and build music skills. Musicians of all stripes needed, but especially Brass, Woodwind, Guitar, Vocalists, and String instructors. Join our roster of talented artists and be ready to start school programs that fit your schedule. Rates from $30-$50 an hour based on experience.

The Box Office Supervisor is a part-time position (approximately 15-30 hours per week) and is responsible for providing excellent customer service and fostering a professional atmosphere within the Box Office. The position will be required to manage the box office during show times on a rotational basis.

The Box Office Supervisor is a part-time position (approximately 15-30 hours per week) and is responsible for providing excellent customer service and fostering a professional atmosphere within the Box Office. The position will be required to manage the box office during show times on a rotational basis.

The Academy of Vocal Arts (AVA) seeks a polished and enthusiastic professional with an affinity for the arts and fundraising and to join our Advancement team. This team member is essential to the execution of day-to-day operations of the department and will possess demonstrated attention to detail and problem-solving.

The Academy of Vocal Arts (AVA) seeks a polished and enthusiastic professional with an affinity for the arts and fundraising and to join our Advancement team. This team member is essential to the execution of day-to-day operations of the department and will possess demonstrated attention to detail and problem-solving.