Tues-Sat, 10am-4pm
Almost a full month — residencies begin on the 16th of the month and conclude on the 14th of the following month. (e.g. artists may arrive on April 16 and must depart on May 14).
Yes. When submitting an application, artists must select one of five program areas in which to apply: Visual Arts, Literary Arts, Media Arts, Musical Arts, and Performing Arts. The application fees for each program are the same.
In an average year, approximately 300 artists apply, and 35 artists are accepted.
There is no fee for the residency once an artist has been accepted into the program. However, artists are responsible for their travel to Key West, as well as living expenses and incidentals.
Please plan to arrange and pay for your own travel to and from Key West, as well as your meals and supplies. The Studios will provide a bike to get around the island once you are here.
A note about meals: Artists are on their own schedule for meals and can use the shared kitchen to prepare food or can dine easily in one of the many cafes and restaurants in Key West. There are a few large chain groceries in New Town and smaller, more expensive, neighborhood and organic markets in Old Town. Please keep in mind that Key West is located far from the mainland, so food prices are often higher than other parts of the country.
We’re sorry, we are currently unable to provide financial support for accepted artists.
We accept international artists! You would technically qualify for the Visa Waiver Program through the U.S., meaning you’re not receiving any sort of payment in exchange for the residency and your stay is under 90 days.
Residencies are scheduled as follows:
Either:
Period A: Oct-Nov, Nov-Dec, or Dec-Jan
Period B: Jan-Feb, Feb-Mar, Mar-Apr, Apr-May
Period C: May-Jun, Jun-Jul, or July-Aug
When you apply for a residency, we ask you to choose {Period A}, {Period B} or {Period C}. You may also choose a second period if you’d like and may be available. If you are granted a residency, we will ask you to rank the time slots falling within that Residency Period according to preference, and will work with you to schedule your residency in a slot that is mutually agreeable.
Please email elena@tskw.org
Address: 6810 Front Street, Key West, FL 33040
We’re located in Safe Harbor Marina on Stock Island, just down the docks from Hogfish Bar & Grill.
With one of the tallest buildings – and most spectacular views – in town, the Hugh’s View rooftop terrace serves as The Studios’ creative space in the sky. The terrace sits four stories above street level and offers panoramic views of the island. The Kitwald Stage glows in the golden twilight of our sunset performances.
Hugh’s View offers:
—Smaller audience sizes
—Outdoor environment
—Intimate experiences
—A rooftop bar that opens one hour prior to show time
With original seating from its days as a Masonic temple, the Helmerich Theater has been updated to also include floor seating. As a black box theater, the set up is intimate but professional, and sets the stage for concerts and performances that leave guests feeling like they really got to know the performer.
Helmerich Theater offers:
—More space and comfortable chairs
—Indoor comforts
—Intimate experiences
—A walk-up counter bar that opens one hour prior to show time
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