toughpuppy is a DIY-oriented booking and promotions endeavor run by Kenneth Alexander since 2015. toughpuppy exists to serve and to emphasize the importance of marginalized voices in the PVD arts community.
toughpuppy is open to music of all genres and volumes; from singer-songwriter nights to hardcore and screamo gigs.
toughpuppy does not provide a safe space for oppressive behaviors.
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Main Stage:
The AS220 Main Stage hosts over ten events a week and is a 200 capacity performance venue and gallery space. The venue contains 4 powered main speakers, three monitors, in house compression and efx, projection / dvd capabilities, and a 6 foot screen. A full inventory can be viewed here. While the Main Stage hosts a wide array of artistic programming, it primarily is used as a concert venue. It is located at 115 Empire Street.
Black Box:
The Black Box is an extremely versatile 90 capacity performance theatre. It has a surround sound system, Subwoofer, digital projector with 8′ X 12′ screen, and full theatrical lighting. The space focuses on theatrical and dramatic works and encourages users to customize the space to suit the needs of their production. The Black Box is on the first floor of 95 Empire Street.
Dance Studio:
The dance studio hosts regular dance, yoga, and fitness classes and is available for rental for rehearsals and private instruction. The Dimensions of the marley floored room are 28′ X 42′ and it is equipped with mirrors, ballet barres, an easy to operate sound system and sunlight!
Psychic Readings:
Psychic Readings is an intimate and mysterious multi-purpose room. It has a capacity of 45, but also has an “Annex Room” which moonlights as an art gallery. Psychic Readings is run in conjunction with the AS220 Artists in Residence on the third floor of the Empire Street building.
