ABOUT GROUNDWORKS LAB

The Groundworks Lab is a year-round program that offers theatremakers the time, space, and resources they need to develop their work through artist-driven, process-centered workshops. Welcoming projects spearheaded by playwrights, directors, designers, and other artists, the Groundworks Lab adapts to meet the needs of each project, ranging from single-day readings to week-long workshops.

Groundworks Lab is curated by MTC’s artistic staff on a rolling basis. Rehearsal space is provided at MTC’s 43rd Street Studios, and each creative team is equipped with the resources they need for the duration of the workshop—including artist stipends, casting, stage management, and full support from our literary staff. Labs may take any form or structure, and may or may not include a presentation depending on the unique needs of each team of artists.

No matter the shape or size, Groundworks Lab strives to center the artistic process, encourage experimentation, and foster a safe and inclusive space for creative risk-taking.

GROUNDWORKS ARTISTS

Since its inaugural season in 2021-22, Groundworks has supported projects led by Cristina Angeles & a.k. payne; Daniel K. Isaac & Ralph B. Peña, in association with Ma-Yi Theater Company; Rotana Tarabzouni, Zhailon Levingston, & Hayley Gene Penner; York Walker & Stephen Buescher; Adil Mansoor & Jesús I. Valles; Lyndsey Bourne & Lee Sunday Evans; and Ibi Owolabi.