Grant Opportunity Information Session: Economic Revitalization for Performing Artists (ERPA) 
BAAD!

Tuesday, October 7, 2008: 6-7:30pm

Come learn about The Field's new funding program/entrepreneurial lab for performing artists to build new income streams.  ERPA actively pairs artists with experts in the for- and non-profit sectors to brainstorm, plan and implement innovative, replicable and sustainable solutions for financial stability.  Up to ten artists/companies will be selected to participate in a paid nine-month research and development program.  From this group up to six artists/companies will be selected for a second nine-month project implementation program and will receive $5,000-$25,000 in re-grant funds.  Download the application and guidelines here.  Application is due Thursday, November 6th by 5pm.

Venue Information: http://bronxacademyofartsanddance.org/directions.htm

Directions: Take the 6 train to Hunts Point Avenue.  Cross under the Bruckner Expressway to Garrison Avenue (1 block). Make a right onto Garrison Avenue and walk two blocks to Barretto Street.  Make a left onto Barretto Street and walk up to middle of block to BAAD! on the right hand side, red door.  Take the 2/5 trains to Simpson Street. Walk along Southern Blvd. until it intersects with 163rd Street and Hunts Point Avenue.  You will see the elevated Bruckner Expressway. Cross under the Bruckner Expressway until you reach Garrison Ave.  Make a right on Garrison Ave and walk two blocks to Barretto Street.  Make a left onto Barretto Street and walk up to middle of block to BAAD! on the right hand side, red door.