Residency
Undue Burden
A community archive and event series by & for Disabled, Sick, neurodivergent, and MAD people in Philadelphia
October 19 – November 23, 2024
Upcoming Events
Community Event
Telling Our Stories from “Back in the Day”: A “Voices of 52nd Street” Memory Salon
Sat, Oct. 5, 2024 from 12-2pm
Community Event
Your Voice – Your Vote: A “Voices of 52nd Street” voter education event
Thu, Oct. 10 from 6-9pm
Who We Are
Building on a 53-year legacy, the Painted Bride brings together artists, audiences, and communities to push the boundaries of how we create and experience art.
Latest Journal
Education & Outreach
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Sep 2024
Access Manifesto for “Undue Burden”
An Access Manifesto, from the artists of Undue Burden: This is an Access Portal. We are access artists. Beyond legal mandates, compliance, afterthoughts, Access is Art! Access space. Many millions of people are newly disabled. We meet this emergency with emergence. We build ramps over stairs. We… Read More
News
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Sep 2024
Conjuring Joy: Where to find the artists-in-residence next!
Our first West Philadelphia artist residency, Conjuring Joy at the Bride (July–Sept. 2024), wrapped up earlier this month with a sweet, intimate Dance Party. We’re incredibly proud of our four artists-in-residence for their commitment to engaging our West Philadelphia community through free arts workshops, performances, and gallery showings. If… Read More
Call for Artists
We values artists and their role as carriers of culture and tradition and guides to living creatively. Our open proposal form is currently on hold while we develop next year’s programming – stay tuned for announcements in our newsletter and social media.