Callous Arts, housed in Barefoot Studios, serves the community of Tacoma and the South Puget Sound region in the state of Washington. We are committed to: Community outreach through educational and artistic partnerships with local and regional schools, community centers and arts organizations; Creative collaboration with artists across disciplines; Providing a forum for emerging artists to hone their craft and develop a unique artistic voice; The creation and performance of original interdisciplinary dance and physical theatre works through Callous Physical Theatre and Blister Youth Ensemble; Professional training in dance and the performing arts; Avocational dance and performing arts training guided by the principles of somatic education.

Callous Arts is dedicated to dance, interdisciplinary arts education, the collaborative creation and production of original interdisciplinary performance as integral and essential to the revitalization and growth of a healthy community.