Artists have always been in the forefront of social and cultural innovation. That is what SSB means by always putting the artist first. The art comes first. SSB offers culminating presentations of new performances, works in progress, and intimate, focused interludes and salons, as well as SSB Away, artist's residency and events. Because SSB is not tied to one space or place, horizons are limitless. A network of sites, environments, and virtual platforms encourage artists to look beyond conventional choices in production, outcomes, and audiences to experience directly the radical embodiment of the art of our time.