The InnerSpace program randomly selected creative and community-focused events through a lottery system
This pilot initiative was made possible with the support of the Committee for Belonging & Bridging, a collaborative initiative led by EngageNWA at the Northwest Arkansas Council. InnerSpace offers free space and support to artists, innovators, and community groups in Northwest Arkansas to bring their ideas to life at The Medium.
Six projects were randomly selected from 65 applications to participate in InnerSpace through a lottery process. “We are beyond excited to launch the InnerSpace program and test this new lottery system, which places everyone on a level playing field,” said Amber Perrodin, Artist & Community Manager at The Medium. “The overwhelming response—65 applications for just six spots—underscores our region's urgent need for creative spaces. By removing barriers like the need to pitch or write the 'perfect' proposal, we’re putting our values into action—creating an inclusive, welcoming space for bold, creative expression. This approach reflects our commitment to equity and aligns with national trends in progressive arts funding, ensuring that everyone in our community has the chance to bring their ideas to life.”
All events will be hosted at The Medium between January and June 2025. The recipients are:
Anna Peterson
LIBERATE: A Communal Process-Dance Grief Event
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
What to Bring: Your own mat
Cost: $10 (regularly $20)
Learn More and Register: nurturingdivinity@gmail.com
Luna J Fennell
Guilt-Free Creativi-Tea: A full day of workshops in music, dance, poetry, visual art, and more.
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Matteo Cassi
Radio America II: A radio theater show informed by the full experience of reality.
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Hannah Hoye
Mental State
A dance performance amplifying the voices of those with mental illness and educates on community support.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
Candy Lee Bullette
Backyard Bugs 2
The Backyard Bugs second album release party with songs, jokes, dances, and sing-alongs.
Wednesday, May 28, 2025
Latin X Theatre Project
Summertime in the 479A concert featuring favorite songs from LXTP shows like The Crossroads, Heroes and Monsters, Remedios, and more, with special guest appearances by LXTP alums and friends
For updates on the InnerSpace program and event details, visit https://themedium.art/