Marie Mullen Bursary for Female Theatre Artists
Named after actor and Druid co-founder, Marie Mullen, the award is intended to address the historic imbalance of female representation in theatre and to support the professional development of women i
There will be one recipient of the Marie Mullen Theatre Bursary in 2019. The selected applicant will receive:
- A minimum 4 week residency with Druid on a company production (autumn 2019)
- One to one session with Marie Mullen on working in the theatre industry
- Mentoring opportunities with theatre professionals
- For directors/dramaturgs: a contract to direct/dramaturg a Druid Debut
- Opportunity to engage with the Druid Ensemble in relation to a specific project
- Opportunity to attend FUEL and Druid Academy workshops and events
- A bursary award of €2,000
Who can Apply
- Female artists must apply within the submission window (see below) via an online application only
- Applicants must provide two references from an industry professional familiar with their work
- Applicants must include a CV outlining recent work
- Applicants must currently reside on the island of Ireland
- Applicants must be free to take up a placement during August – September 2019
How To Apply
- Applications will be accepted from noon (GMT) 9th May until noon (GMT) 6th June 2019
- Applications will be acknowledged by email
- Incomplete or late applications will not be considered
Selection Process
A selection panel of industry professionals will determine a shortlist of applicants for interviews.
Interviews will take place between 24th and 29th of June 2019. The selected applicant will be notified by 18th July 2019.
For more information, visit http://www.druid.ie/get-involved/marie-mullen-bursary