STUDIO theatregallery is an art studio — a space for creative exploration by artists from various disciplines. Drawing on its avant-garde tradition, with Witkacy as its patron, STUDIO is a space of free expression where theatre, visual arts, music, film, and dance converge. In line with the ideas of the author of the Pure Form theory, artists invited to collaborate are encouraged to carry out aesthetic experiments.
STUDIO creates a place where reality can be reimagined — because it needs to be changed. Our point of departure is the question of the future of artistic theatre in Poland and in Europe—specifically, how it can defend its position in the current social, economic, and political climate.
STUDIO is an open and democratic space. We practice freedom in choosing topics and forms of expression. What matters to us is the concept, not the convention; partnership, not the pursuit of the limelight. Everyone must adhere to the same work ethic.
A STUDIO actor is an artist whose role in a performance goes beyond simply being a part of the production. Visual arts play a significant role at STUDIO. We aim to co-create the current art scene, expand its scope of activity, and provide a platform for the exchange of knowledge and experience. Studio Gallery, with its unique Studio Collection, is now the largest municipal space for the presentation of contemporary art, creating opportunities for art education and fostering partnerships with major public institutions, NGOs, and individual artists.
The mission of STUDIO is a broadly defined culture-forming and educational activity. We aim to promote contemporary art in all its forms and genres. We fulfill this mission through the presentation of original and guest productions from the contemporary repertoire, including works specially commissioned for STUDIO. The mission is carried out by a team of competent, ambitious, and professional employees and collaborators, with the support of public art institutions at both the state and local levels, and of non-governmental organizations.
STUDIO builds a network of like-minded institutions and opens itself to partnership and dialogue. All activities are conducted transparently, in accordance with legal provisions and in line with the highest standards of governance and best practices.
