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Collective Space Queen West

Collective SpaceQueen West is a free rehearsal space for the community.

Collective Space – Queen West, is a shared initiative by Anandam Dancetheatre and WhyNot Theatre, to support artists and arts organizations with free access to rehearsal and creative space from July 2025 to October 2025.


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Location

  • 41 Alma Ave, Toronto, ON M6K 3L6

  • Queen Street West & Dufferin area

Space Description

  • Ground-floor, accessible raw studio space 

  • Wooden sprung marley dance floor 700 sq feet

  • Basic sound system available

  • 2 accessible non-gendered washrooms. 

  • NO Wi-Fi

  • Entry ramps and automatic doors for accessibility; internal space suitable for most mobility devices

Space Use & Limitations

  • The space is offered free of charge, but must not be subleased, rented, or used for any other commercial or third-party artistic purposes.

  • Artists may only use Collective Space – Queen West for their own rehearsals or creative development.

  • All scheduling and any changes to scheduled times must be confirmed in writing with: Elodie Kyra Teoh – Artistic Producer Intern: artisticproducer@anandam.ca

  • Please do not assume space availability without written confirmation.

  • If you fail to use your scheduled time on two occasions without notice, your access will be revoked and the time reallocated to another artist.

Usage Guidelines

  • No unauthorized shoes on the marley floor.

  • The floor must be swept and cleaned before leaving.

  • Do not leave any garbage or personal items behind.

  • The space is shared. If your work involves sensitive content (e.g., nudity, trauma-related work, or work with vulnerable participants), please notify us in advance before booking to discuss potential arrangements.

  • Artists must treat the space, staff, and co-users with professionalism and care.

  • Artists are required to credit Anandam Dancetheatre and WhyNot Theatre on their social media platforms, website, or newsletters for any documentation or presentations that arise from the space.