Labspace Studio
2A Pape Ave.
Toronto, ON, M4M 2V6
ph: 416 836 1516
info@labspacestudio.com
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Labspace Studio is a creative hub, meeting place, performance venue, gallery, and dance floor located in Leslieville in Toronto's east end.

Our programming reflects our interest in hybrid art practices, collaboration, experimentation and exchange. We produce interactive art shows, organize inter-arts workshops, host screenings, performances and art-related happenings.

We also offer affordable performance and rehearsal space to the Toronto arts, photography and film communities.

    A NIGHT WITH LESLIE | EXHIBITION | September 10-12
    Leslie Spit

    A Night with Leslie
    Adventure 2 - led by Laura Mendes and John Loerchner

    Nine adventurers set out on a two-day expedition to explore and research the strange and beguiling landscape of the Leslie St. Spit; a 5km man-made peninsula, wildlife sanctuary and active construction dumpsite.

    Join them as they present their research and "Spit"
    inspired works:
    Performance, Dance, Sound, Installation & Found Sculpture.

    | Jane Danielson | Adam Herst | John Loerchner |
    | Laura Mendes | Brian Sasaki | Gram Schmalz |
    | Alex Shaw | Laura Smith | Ashley Wheeler |

    Exhibition
    Sep 10th | Opening | 7pm-12am (Performances 9-10)
    Sep 11th | Open | 11am-5pm
    Sep 12th | Sunday Brunch | 11am - 3pm |

    | DOWNLOAD POSTER | EEES |

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    MY FRIEND DON | EXHIBITION | July 16-18


    Artist and urban adventurer, Gram Shmalz, leads a 2-day, 11-member canoe expedition down the East Don River to Lake Ontario.

    Exhibition
    July 16 | Opening | 7pm-12am
    July 17th | Open | 11am-7pm
    July 18th | Sunday Brunch | 11am - 3pm |

    POSTER | EEES | PRESS RELEASE | WEBSITE/VIDEO

    OPEN CALL FOR IMAGINATIVE EAST-END GREEN SPACE PROJECT 

    The East End Expedition Series is a string of ongoing, artist-led projects and research-based expeditions that investigate, navigate and re-contextualize the urban natural spaces in Toronto's east-end.

    Largely collaborative and always exploratory, each expedition is meant to encourage new experiences and dialogue within our own east-end geography.

    Each expedition will lead into a period of research and creation, and will culminate in a multi-dimensional group presentation and exhibit.

    READ THE FULL CALL

    BLINDNESS Video Posted

    BLINDNESS is an awareness campaign, a fundraiser and a celebration of Tibet's rich culture, a culture that continues to persevere despite years of political oppression.

    CHECK OUT THE VIDEO

    Call for submissions - Mail Art

    The Museum of Ornamental Post presents
    SPRING Mail Art Show

    Theme; Spring Colour

    Fill our dreary winter days with warmth and mail us your art.

    Museum of Ornamental Post
    457 Craven Road
    Toronto, ON
    Canada M4L 2Z5

    Deadline March 31st, 2010

    All works to be displayed at Labspace Studio as a part of
    Hot Soup, April 1st.

    March Exhibition

    Nevena Niagolova
    Solo Exhibition | Paint and Mixed Media

    On Display March 4th - March 31st

    For viewings contact: info@labspacestudio.com

    Opening March 4th as part of Hot Soup

    Call for Web Designers / Developers

     

    We are currently looking to recruit two creative web designers/programmers to assist with a series of new web-based projects and initiatives we'll be launching in spring/early summer.

    LEARN MORE


    Trash Talk the TTC- Posted Jan 24th

    Labspace Studio Crew
    Activist Forum

    Just a little something we whipped up at the studio on a
    lazy sunday.

    Join TTTTTC to tell us your TTC story or tell us how to improve the Toronto transit system. We know everyone has something to say.

    GO TO SITE |
    Toronto Star Article |
    Spacing Article
    |
    National Post Article |

    February 2010 Exhibition

    Rob Ciancamerla
    Solo Exhibition | Paint and Mixed Media

    On Display until March, 2010

    For viewings contact: info@labspacestudio.com

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    MY FRIEND DON | EXHIBITION | July 16-18


    Artist and urban adventurer, Gram Shmalz, leads a 2-day, 11-member canoe expedition down the East Don River to Lake Ontario.

    Exhibition
    July 16 | Opening | 7pm-12am
    July 17th | Open | 11am-7pm
    July 18th | Sunday Brunch | 11am - 3pm |

    POSTER | EEES | PRESS RELEASE | WEBSITE/VIDEO

    Physical Futures Initiative | PLAYBACK - April 24th, 2010

    Physical Futures Initiative | PLAYBACK

    A one-night opportunity with infinite possibilities. New interactive and performative works by 6 Toronto artists that invite you to engage, play, and get physical.

    Saturday April 24th
    7 pm - 12 am?
    Cover $5 or pay what you can

    MORE DETAILS | DOWNLOAD FLIER

     
    The Biggest One of All - April 4th, 2010

    The Biggest One of All
    Senior Student Exhibition

    University of Toronto at Scarborough Senior Student Exhibition

    Opening Reception: April 3rd | 6-9pm
    Open: April 4th | 12-4pm

    DOWNLOAD FLIER

     
    Generations - March 21st, 2010

    Generations
    a juried exhibition
    Presented by the University of Toronto at Scarborough
    Senior Seminar in Arts Management class

    "Connecting Visual & Performing Arts Students, Alumni & Faculty"

    11-5pm - March 21, 2010

    DOWNLOAD FLIER

     
    Blindness Fundraiser - March 11th, 2010


    A delectable evening of heightened senses.


    Guests will be offered three delicious, Tibetan inspired dishes accompanied by live international performances throughout the evening.

    All in total darkness.

    100% of funds raised go directly to restoring sight to
    the blind in Tibet.

    7-9pm - March 11, 2010
    Tickets - $50 min. donation

    FULL DETAILS / RSVP

     
     
    Instant Compositions | Songs for a Long Night - January 15th, 2010


    Songs for a Long Night:

    Instant Compositions by:
    Zack Finkelstein-cinematography and visual environments
    Aaron Lumley-music
    Neil Sochasky-dance

    Friday, January 15, 2010
    Toronto, ON
    doors open at 7:30pm
    performance begins at 8:00pm
    Admission is $10 or whatever-you-can-afford

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    GOT
    IDEAS?
     

    Labspace wants your input. If you have any innovative ideas or project proposals drop us a line! info@labspacestudio.com

     
     
    Labspace is run by John Loerchner and Laura Mendes