THREAD, or Theatre Horizon Residency for Educational Artistic Development, has been established to support the creation, development, production, and presentation of one Norristown-based artist of any discipline. THREAD accepts applications in all creative fields, including but not limited to: THEATRE ARTS, DANCE, VISUAL ARTS, WRITING, MUSIC, AND PERFORMANCE.

The residency program offers financial resources, space, time, and feedback on new or continuing artist work and provides networking, teaching, and exhibition opportunities. At  the same time THREAD raises interest, awareness and understanding of creative arts, and their impact in communities like Norristown. 

Residents will be selected by a panel composed of Theatre Horizon’s newly-formed Community Advisory Board.  A designated Project Manager and Residency Consultant will steer the selection process to help ensure accessibility and equity. 

The selected artist will receive: a stipend; access to Theatre Horizon’s physical and virtual spaces; and Marketing, Fundraising, and/or Artistic consultations from Theatre Horizon staff. The residency will culminate in a public event to showcase the artistic talents that exist within our Norristown community. 

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

THREAD aims to strengthen the fibers that bind, bridge, and build the emergence and retention of local talent. We aim to support the overarching objective of making Norristown a leader in our region’s arts ecosystem, making Norristown a destination for prospective artists, and amplifying the work of artists of color from within the Norristown community. 

HISTORICALLY EXCLUDED COMMUNITIES

From conversations with community stakeholders, we have learned there is currently a gap in residency opportunities and professional development for Norristown raised and/or -based artists. Norristown is comprised of 70% Black and Brown people. The intention of THREAD is to create an opportunity for these historically excluded communities and reflect the makeup of Norristown. Therefore, priority will be given to self-identified Black and Latinx residents of Norristown. 

For questions and more information, please email our Executive Director at mydera@theatrehorizon.org