Aki Studio

A Hub for Indigenous Voices

Aki Studio, situated on the first floor of the Daniels Spectrum at 585 Dundas Street East in Toronto, is Native Earth’s versatile 120‑seat black‑box performance and rehearsal space. Named after the Anishnaabemowin word for earth or place, it features a comprehensive technical rig, flexible seating configurations, accessibility features - making it an inclusive, fully equipped venue for performances, rehearsals, and special events.

What’s On At Aki Studio

All Shows
Colonial Circus: Presented by TWO2MANGO
Sep 23
Colonial Circus: Presented by TWO2MANGO

An immersive comedy through the lens of two clowns who take you on a ride through the history of colonization with a sense of play and wink.

Harvest Justice: Twice the Speed of Lightning
Oct 1
Harvest Justice: Twice the Speed of Lightning

Getting approved to work in Canada as a migrant farm worker seems like the opportunity of a lifetime for Diego, a new father from Guatemala.

DIScover Conference
Oct 9
DIScover Conference

Are you a part of an arts organization looking to improve accessibility and inclusion? Then this is the conference for you!

Four women in dance costumes sit on the dark stage, leaning on each other with heads resting on shoulders, forming a close-knit group under minimal lighting.
Four women performing a dance on stage, kneeling with their hands behind their heads, under dim blue lighting.
A man singing on stage with a pianist playing in the background. The stage is lit with blue lighting, and there is a circular rug beneath the singer.
Two women perform a scene on stage with one lying on her back and the other kneeling beside her, holding her hair. They are on a bed of pinkish grains, with minimal stage furniture in the background.
Two actors on stage during a theatrical performance. One woman with a backpack appears to be reading or holding something, while a man with a cane stands nearby. A wooden chair and scattered wood shavings are on the floor, with a backdrop of a fabric
A dancer performing on stage with a large, abstract fabric sculpture in the background, lit with blue stage lighting.
A person dressed in white lying on their stomach on a stage with a projected abstract geometric pattern in shades of blue above.
A woman lying on the stage in front of a large, colorful fabric sculpture with a projection of a woman's face on it.
A woman in a black and red dress with lace sleeves performing on stage with her arms raised. Her shadow is cast on a backdrop that features silhouettes of birds flying and barren trees.
Silhouette of a flamenco dancer with arms outstretched, wearing a flowing dress, against a blue background.
A black-and-white photo of a man and a woman dancing closely on a spotlighted stage with a dark background, with the woman wearing a traditional flamenco dress with ruffles and the man dressed in formal attire.
Theater stage with six performers, one woman at front smiling, others kneeling or standing, a set resembling a house with a top deck behind her, stage lighting overhead.
A man performing on stage with a red and orange forest backdrop, standing on a wooden floor illuminated by warm lighting, with audience silhouettes in the foreground.
A man is standing on a stage with a backdrop of tall, painted trees. There are theatrical props including a cardboard box, a small cube, and some fabric on the stage. The stage floor has a design resembling roots or branches, and audience members are
Performer kneeling with arms outstretched on stage, with spotlight creating radiating light patterns, and a sign that reads 'NO VACANCY' on the left.
A person standing on stage with a background of a large image or video projection of waves. There are boxes and packing materials on the left side of the stage.
A person in a dark room with blue lighting is on their hands and knees on a stage, surrounded by geometric paper sculptures, some on the floor and some stacked against the wall.
The image depicts a theatrical stage scene with six actors. Four are standing, two on steps and two near the bed, reading or looking at papers, while two others are seated, one on the bed and one at the bedside table, also engaged with papers or book
A person standing on a small wooden stage with a cross symbol, illuminated by a spotlight in a dark room with hanging picture frames.
Empty black-walled studio or stage with ceiling-mounted lighting and equipment, and a closed door in the corner.
An empty theater with rows of gray chairs, stage with a colorful kayak in the foreground, black walls, and overhead lighting.
Empty theater with rows of black chairs facing a stage that has a colorful boat prop and a large screen, with a few people setting up.

Rental Information

Stage lighting with four spotlights casting blue, red, and yellow beams in a theater or performance space.

Comprehensive details on venue hire options for community groups, theatre companies, filmmakers, educators, and event planners. These cover hourly and daily rates, technical packages, staffing support, accessible facility features, insurance requirements, deposit and cancellation policies, available add‑ons, marketing materials, flexible scheduling options, and post‑event cleanup services, ensuring a seamless booking experience.

Accessibilty

Accessibility ensures that all visitors can fully engage with our spaces and services. Features include wheelchair-accessible entrances, seating areas, assistive listening devices, accessible washrooms, service animal accommodations, sensory-friendly adjustments, staff assistance, and online booking support for accessibility requests, detailed guidance, promoting an inclusive, barrier-free environment.

Some of our productions feature access features such as: ASL interpretation, captions, and relaxed performances. This will be noted on the show page. Please contact boxoffice@nativeearth.ca if you have any questions or concerns.