• What is the CHIMERA Art Co-Lab?

  chimera (n.)

  *\ kī-ˈmir-ə \
  + an illusion or fabrication of the mind, especially : an unrealizable dream
  + an individual, organ, or part consisting of tissues of diverse genetic constitution
  + an imaginary monster compounded of incongruous parts
  
  The annual CHIMERA Art Co-Lab launched the summer of 2022 as the inaugural artistic residency in the newly-restored Stowell Barn (c.1798). Surrounded by the beautiful dual-tone timber frame that joins old and new lumber, choreographers came together to experiment with their craft and collaborate on new work together. The CHIMERA Art Co-Lab was established as an embodiment of hybridization–from the creative venue, to the artistic process and product. At the time of its inception, returning to in-person creation and performance seemed an unrealizable dream; the CHIMERA Art Co-Lab continues annually as a way to celebrate bringing together artistic bodies and minds in a creative space.

• When/where can I see choreography created at the Co-Lab?

  Our last performance was the evening of Saturday, July 20th 2024 with Phantom Theater @ Edgcomb Barn

  Stay tuned for info about where to see work created at CHIMERA 2025!

Meet the Artists in Residence

Amy C. Foley (Copy)

Stephanie Simpson (Copy)

Larissa Ursprung (Copy)

Stephen Ursprung (Copy)

Credit below*

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* Production Videography at Dean College by Lindsay Caddle Lapointe | Linden Tree Productions

Dancers In Order of Appearance: Amy C. Foley, Stephanie Simpson, Stephen Ursprung, Larissa Ursprung | Alison Brookshire, Sierra Peña, Vincent Maizland, and Bridget Castro