UNSW’s School of Arts & Media has partnered with the Sydney Fringe Festival to launch TheLab@UNSW, a bold new initiative that transforms Studio One at the Esme Timbery Creative Practice Lab into Sydney’s most exciting incubator for artistic innovation.
For two electrifying weeks this September, Studio One will host five groundbreaking performances that push the boundaries of traditional art forms. These works blur disciplinary lines, embrace cutting-edge technology, and reimagine what performance can be in the 21st century.
TheLab@UNSW is a celebration of risk-taking, experimentation, and creative exploration, showcasing the talents of UNSW alumni and emerging artists who are redefining the future of performance.
The program includes:
A surreal and satirical exploration of identity and the role of the image in our life.
An experimental performance that blends movement, sound, and ritual to evoke the mysteries of the universe.
Integrating cameras, green screens, and filters, this experimental dance work exposes the messy intersection of our digital identities and raw IRL realities.
A durational and interactive performance, reflecting the cycle of the contraceptive pill and the historical and cultural aftershocks.
A provocative and humorous take on faith, culture, and suburban life growing up in Wollongong.
Whether you're a seasoned theatre-goer or simply curious about the future of performance, TheLab@UNSW offers a unique opportunity to witness the next wave of artistic innovation in Sydney.
ACCESS
Wheelchair Access
The Creative Practice Lab is located at UNSW Sydney's Kensington campus. The closest accessible drop-off point to the venue is a lift accessible underground carpark opposite the building. Access via Gate 2, High Street and turn right at the round about. Vehicles can drop off patrons directly in front of the venue or proceed to the underground carpark to the right which is a 200 metre walk approximately.
Hearing Loop
The Creative Practice Lab has hearing assistive technology available. Patrons wishing to utilise this service must collect a Roger™ inductive neck loop receiver from the venue staff, and this system can be used with a hearing aid or cochlear implant with a T-coil, or with headphones. Please advise if you require the use of the hearing loop before arrival.
Auslan & Captioning
Auslan interpreting services and/or live captioning can be provided for selected talks upon request.
Contact
To book and discuss access services, please call the CPL on 02 9348 2313 or email sam@unsw.edu.au.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT & PARKING
The Esme Timbery Creative Practice Lab is easily accessible via public transport and the closest light rail stop is UNSW Anzac Parade (L3 line). For more information please call the Transport Infoline on 131 500 or visit transportnsw.info.
Free parking is also available in the Barker St Car Park (Gate 14) from 5.30pm. For access to free parking, event patrons must park in the UNSW Permit Holder bays, available on all levels. The Barker St Car Park (Gate 14) parking station is located here.
Paid casual and visitor parking is offered via the CellOPark App and ‘pay by plate meters’ in all other UNSW car parks. For more information head here.
CONTACT
For all the other enquiries, please email sam@unsw.edu.au or call the Creative Practice Lab on 02 9348 2313.
The Creative Practice Lab is happy to receive phone calls via the National Relay Service. TTY users, phone 133 677, then ask for 02 9348 2313. Speak and Listen users, phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 02 9348 2313. For more information on all other relay calls visit here.
