PearlArts Movement & Sound harnesses contemporary dance and immersive soundscapes to engage audiences in genre-bending experiences that generate joy, creativity, and a sense of collective belonging. Rooted in Pittsburgh and touring nationally, our work draws on Black culture and history to probe themes of personal expression, race, freedom, and gender.
Artist residencies
PearlDiving Movement Residency supports professional movement artists in creating dance-centered multimedia work through a comprehensive program that includes rehearsal space, mentorship, and stipends, prioritizing diverse voices and community engagement.
Recording studios
PearlArts offers a range of audio services for artists, musicians, producers, and beatmakers, provided by skilled staff, including Herman “Soy Sos” Pearl and a team of apprentice audio engineers. Services aim to support and finalize home and professional recording projects, with options tailored for both individuals and bands. All audio services include the assistance of one audio
engineer.
Space rentals
PearlArts offers two movement studios available for rent, perfect for large group sessions, intimate rehearsals, meetings, and more. With natural light, aux sound access, and flexible seating, our studios provide an inspiring environment for artists and creatives.
Studio spaces
Are you a band looking for an upgrade to that garage? A director rehearsing an exciting new play? A choreographer making leaps and bounds? The Place to Space program provides subsidized professional rehearsal space in Friendship, Braddock, and Lawrenceville for performing artists from across the region. A partnership between Kelly Strayhorn Theater, PearlArts Movement & Sound, and Attack Theatre, Place to Space offers studio rates of $5 per hour on weekdays and $10 on weekends to sing, act, dance, orate, read, or engage in the practice your work requires.