THE HATCHWORK PROGRAMME
Championing the Next Generation of Movement Architects
Dedicated to fostering artistic growth and innovation, HATCHWORK supports the next wave of movement architects, presenting bold, experimental new work in fresh and exciting ways.
This unique initiative offers audiences the rare opportunity to experience the outcome of a two-week intensive residency at Stanley Arts, where eight selected choreographers immerse themselves in creative exploration, professional development, and entrepreneurial growth.
Throughout the programme, artists receive mentorship from BirdGang Ltd’s Movement Architects, take part in specialist-led workshops in sound, music, lighting, and costume/set design, and gain valuable insight through business development and coaching. Participants are encouraged to experiment with diverse methods of creation and to explore how film and immersive technologies can enhance the accessibility, innovation, and impact of their work.
EXPLORE PAST HATCHWORK CREATIONS
A TWO-WEEK PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT RESIDENCY FOR EIGHT ARTISTS
PUBLIC SHOWCASE AT STANLEY ARTS
APPLICATIONS OPEN
We're dedicated to fostering artistic growth and innovation. This commitment led us to establish HATCHWORK at BirdGang Ltd, a launchpad for emerging Movement Architects in the arts.
HATCHWORK artists will have the opportunity to engage in a transformative journey, including:
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Professional development residency for eight artists,
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Introduction to film and immersive technologies with Guildhall Production Studios
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Mentorship from BirdGang Ltd Movement Architects.
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Specialist workshops in sound, music, lighting, and costume/set design.
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Business development and coaching with industry professionals, including Tom Harvey.
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The opportunity to present your work to an industry panel and public audience, gaining valuable feedback and potential career connections.
If you are aged 16+ and have at least one year of professional experience, apply now. We'll be in touch with the next steps.
Applications open on 10th November for HATCHWORK '26.
INDUSTRY SHOWCASE
If you are a producer, programmer, funder, venue or cultural organisation, we would like to invite you to a private sharing of the HATCH Works. Please register here and we will be delighted to invite you.
PUBLIC SHOWCASE
Designed to shape the future of movement and performance, the HATCHWORK programme celebrates the role of both industry and public feedback in the creative process.
The HATCHWORK '26 public showcase on 28 February 2026 marks the culmination of this intensive two-week residency at Stanley Arts. A powerful evening of innovation, collaboration, and the emerging voices redefining the language of movement today.
Supported by: Arts Council England, Dance East, East London Dance, Scanners Inc, Guildhall Production Studios, PDSW, Stanley Arts, Brit School and ZOO CO.
