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OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant
Theatre development support for Deaf, Mad and Disabled artists
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 3,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Canada
Overview
The OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant supports theatre artists, playwrights, and informal collectives with grants of $1,000 to $3,000. It helps develop theatrical works and build relationships with other theatre artists through creative development expenses.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new product or service
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 3,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Persons with Disabilities
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Developing a theatrical work
- Developing relationships with other theatre artists
Documents Needed
- A completed application in Nova
- A résumé or CV
- A brief description of the project, up to 500 words
- Support materials relevant to the application, such as a script or writing sample, or audio/visual material
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Theatre artists, playwrights, and informal collectives.
- Applicants who identify as Disabled, Mad, or Deaf.
Eligible expenses
- Costs related to developing a theatrical work
How to apply
- Visit the OAC website to find where you can submit your proposal.
- Submit a completed application in Nova.
Processing and Agreement
- The OAC will get back to applicants within six to eight weeks after the deadline about whether the project has been recommended for funding.
Additional information
- Tangled Art + Disability is the recommender organization for the Ontario Arts Council’s Theatre Creators’ Reserve funding grant program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant Program
What is the OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant?
The OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant supports theatre artists, playwrights, and informal collectives with grants of $1,000 to $3,000. It helps develop theatrical works and build relationships with other theatre artists through creative development expenses.
How much funding can be received?
OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant Funds up to $3,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant program?
To be eligible for the OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant program, you must:
The application must be for costs related to developing a theatrical work.
What expenses are eligible under OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant?
Developing a theatrical work
Developing relationships with other theatre artists
Who can I contact for more information about the OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant?
You can contact Ontario Arts Council (OAC) by email at lgouveia@arts.on.ca or by phone at 416-969-7432.
Where is the OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant available?
The OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant program is available across Canada.
Is the OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant a grant, loan, or tax credit?
OAC Theatre Creators Reserve Grant is a Grant and Funding