PEP | Performers Exchange Project

Sorry for the long silence, friends.. In the end, we were not a good fit for that grant, and for the time-being we will be taking a break from Our American Ann Sisters to explore new projects. More on 2012 plans coming soon, we promise…

Hello friends-

Though PEP has been off-the-stage for the winter months, we’ve been busily putting our energies toward a grant proposal that will hopefully send us back on the road next fall. This grant would allow us to take time to revisit sections of Our American Ann Sisters, and bring some scenic elements to fruition from our original designs. With any show, especially a devised show, the work never seems done; however, extra funding gives us the opportunity to dive back into the work and poke at the things, that. . . well, need poking. Stay tuned!

-Love, PEP

As the sponsors of ASSEMBLY, we have relished the ideas, conversation, and comraderie, and been inspired by the collaborations that have come from the last two years of holding ASSEMBLY at the Bridge. Now the time has come for us to put this baby to bed. She has served her purpose and, we are happy to say, there are now numerous ways for artists to find each other and collaborate within their own disciplines in Charlottesville. Heard of Secretly, Y’all? Or Filmmakers Republik? Or Songwriters Showcase? These are all supercool forums for artists to try out material, share their process and get feedback. You should check them out, if you haven’t already.

Below are some testimonials from attendants and participants of Assembly:

“THANK YOU  so much for the gift.  I personally benefited and grew very
much as artist through my participation in assembly. ”

“You’re salon has made a huge difference to me..”

“Thankyou pepsisters. That was a fine fine assembly y’all called, & I’m totally truly honored to have been invited.”

“Thank you…It was inspired and inspiring. Onwards and upwards!”

“I am in awe of the concept and impulse. Onwards you crazy diamonds!”

Thank YOU for showing up, for presenting your work and yourself, and for often stepping outside your comfort zone. Assembly is no more, but assembly is all around us. See you around town!

xo
Sian Richards & Jennifer Tidwell
Performers Exchange Project