The Convergence Artists’ Residency
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About the Residency
The Convergence is our signature interdisciplinary residency—a two-week intensive where artists set aside the pressure to produce a finished work and instead focus on process, growth, and collaborative exchange. Since 2008, more than 150 artists from diverse disciplines, backgrounds, and regions have joined us to experiment, connect, and expand their practice.
Over two immersive weeks, participants work side by side, testing ideas and following sparks of inspiration wherever they lead. The structure is intentionally porous, so no artist is siloed in their discipline and every collaboration turns into a chance to see your artform in a new light. Dancers build with sculptors, musicians collaborate with theatre-makers, designers find themselves devising movement. This is a space where experimentation is encouraged, and failure is part of the process—participants explore, take risks, stumble, and try again, building relationships and expanding their creative practice along the way.
Artists join the Convergence in one of two ways. Some arrive with a project they want to develop. Others participate as contributing artists, moving fluidly between offering support, generating ideas, and exploring their own practice. All residents contribute to the umbrella project—a collaborative piece utilizing the talents of the full cohort—as well as the broader creative environment that defines the residency. The program thrives on this blend of individual exploration and mutual mentorship, where everyone contributes, learns, and shapes the work happening in the room.
Projects unfold in unpredictable ways. Some develop exactly as planned, others pivot entirely when new ideas or methods emerge. The work evolves through constant exchange: one moment you’re leading a workshop in your area of expertise, the next you’re discovering techniques in a discipline you’ve never touched before. This fluid movement between creator, collaborator, teacher, and learner drives the rhythm of the residency and leads to surprising discoveries.
This is a full-time, fully engaged experience. Each day blends movement practice, artist-led workshops, dedicated rehearsal time, and conversations that continue beyond the studio. The pace is rigorous by design, and residents often describe the experience as catalytic. Artists leave the residency with a clearer sense of their artistic trajectory, expanded tools drawn from unfamiliar disciplines, and a network of collaborators who challenge, inspire, and support their work. Many projects—and collaborations—extend beyond the residency itself.
The Convergence is where disciplines collide, blend, and reconfigure, generating work that could not have existed elsewhere. If you’re seeking a residency that elevates interdisciplinary exchange as an approach to genuine artistic transformation, stay connected and be the first to know when applications open. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, or sign up for our newsletter.
Curious about some of the artists we work with? Meet our 2025 cohort!
“It is rare that an artist is given unlimited freedom to fulfill their vision while being presented with a vast array of skill sets to challenge presumptions and with loving encouragement to discover new ideas.”
Leila Ghaznavi, Pantea Productions
Components of the Convergence
- Side Projects: Select artists are chosen to lead a project—anything from a fully formed piece to an early question—and receive dedicated time (8hrs of rehearsal), structured support (a curated ensemble to bring your vision to life), and resources (a modest materials budget, determined case by case).
- Umbrella Project: Directed by a residency alum who has a clear vision for integrating the talents of each artist, the full cohort joins forces to develop a collaborative piece over 20 hours of rehearsal.
- Workshop: Each artist leads an entry-level workshop in their area of expertise and participates in workshops led by other cohort members. These immersive sessions are central to the residency, providing opportunities to exchange skills, experiment with new techniques, and bring fresh ideas into your practice.
- Daily Practice: Every day begins with an all-levels movement class and check-in, setting the tone for collaboration and exploration.
- Open Lab Performance: On the final day, artists share a portion of their in-progress work in an informal showcase. Basic technical elements are included, but the focus isn’t on polish or flash. The Open Lab is just the final tool in the creative toolkit—a way to gain fresh perspective, experience the urgency and energy of presenting live, and see how your work resonates in front of an audience. Sharing can take many forms, like a short excerpt, a conversation about what isn’t working, or a live dress rehearsal.
How We Support Your Work
You will receive:
- A minimum $1000 stipend
- Materials for side projects
- Access to work and rehearsal space
- A network of professional creatives and program alumni
- Visiting artists residing outside the greater Indianapolis metro area also receive housing and a modest travel stipend
There is no fee to attend, but a fully refundable $500 deposit is required. Artists in the Convergence form a creative ensemble, and your decision to attend is a commitment to both your own work and the work of others. The deposit secures your spot and helps us maintain a full cohort even if someone needs to withdraw.
How to Apply
Applications for our 2026 Residency will open in January. Be the first to hear about our upcoming residency and learn about other opportunities by subscribing to our newsletter and following us on Facebook and Instagram!
We welcome creators from all walks of life, and encourage applications from individuals of all races, ages, ethnicities, abilities, socioeconomic backgrounds, and gender identities. We eagerly work with participants to address access needs and provide accommodations. Please keep this in mind when completing your application, and don’t hesitate to email us at connect@indyconvergence.org with any access questions.
We are only able to accept artists who are legally authorized to work in the United States and are unable to sponsor work visas at this time.
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History of The Convergence
Our founders Robert Negron (producing artistic director) and Caitlin Negron (managing director) describe the evolution of the Convergence.