OPAS is committed to enriching the lives of local students through multiple educational approaches. Mindful of the staggering debt incurred by college loans, OPAS initiated a scholarship program to provide financial assistance to students pursuing college studies in the performing arts. The criteria for this award cover a wide range of requirements, including grade point […]

CALL FOR DANCE MAKERS Applications are open for Small Plates Choreography Festival Austin 2025, a series of two curated dance performances to be presented on Friday, September 5 and Saturday, September 6, at Ground Floor Theatre located in the nationally renowned eclectic artistic community of Austin, Texas. Hosted by Austin Movement Artist Jennifer Williams of […]

Our Artists and Creatives Grant provides financial support to those making or presenting creative work relating to or encouraging community engagement. This grant supports individual artists and/or artist collectives. The following are not supported by this grant: arts festivals; nonprofit and for-profit organizations; student projects (undergraduate or graduate); residencies; research symposia; studio rent; conferences; theaters; […]

Applicants may apply for funding to help cover expenses of attending festivals, showcases, conferences, or other cultural events where they will see artistic work that they may present in their own community. Presenter Travel Fund grants to New England-based nonprofit organizations will cover up to 100% of travel feels up to $700, including mileage, economy […]

Our Female Ballet Training Scholarship will strengthen your technique, develop your artistry, and prepare you for success in the dance world. This scholarship for dancers aims to raise the barre for women, providing aspiring female dancers ages 14-16 the extraordinary opportunity to receive two years of uninterrupted ballet training. What’s Included: Academic tuition, including registration […]

At 24 SEVEN, our mission is to provide dancers opportunities to grow far beyond their experience on the convention weekend. Scholarship auditions and opportunities are a great way for dancers to receive recognition for all their hard work. The auditions also provide a "real world experience" where dancers can learn their strengths and weaknesses in […]

Grants reimburse up to 70% of total expenses, including mileage, economy class transportation, meals, lodging, admission, and, where applicable, conference or showcase registration fees for up to 2 people. In general, grants range from $700-$1,000, with a funding maximum of $1,500. The following are eligible to apply for the NTP Presenter Travel Grant: Arts presenters […]

Breck Create’s Artist-in-Residence program offers regional and national artists of all disciplines an opportunity to focus on process rather than product while engaging with the local community in a meaningful way. Eligibility: Statement of Interest, Teaching Experience, Teaching Proposal and Community Collaboration. Please research and identify at least one potential community partner or organization in […]