Propel Artist Development Programme – Applications Now Open!

2024 will see the delivery of cycle 4 of the PROPEL Artist Development Programme. An established artist support initiative that utilizes the networks existing infrastructure, resources, and wider network partnerships to support the sustainable development of independent theatre makers working within the Irish theatre sector. The programme is delivered over three years, in three graduating cycles (early, mid, final). Supporting a maximum of three artists per year, over a three-year period. The aim of this programme is to strengthen the ecology of the Irish theatre sector by firstly supporting the development of new work by independent theatre makers, and secondly by supporting the long-term sustainable development of artists through capacity building and strategic professional development.

What the programme offers –

·         Year 1 – €20,000 bursary to support the ‘early stage’ of development of artistic practice and professional strategic development.

·         Year 2 – €10,000 bursary to support the ‘mid stage’ development of artistic practice and professional strategic development.

·         Year 3 – €5,000 bursary to support the ‘final stage’ of development of artistic practice and professional strategic development.

·         Access to development and rehearsal spaces in 10 Arts Centres across the country.

·         Support and mentorship from a panel of experts in producing, fundraising, technical production, marketing, finance, cultural entrepreneurship, audience development and engagement, and strategic business development and management.

·         An opportunity to present a work-in-progress performance or showing as part of a major festival.

Details and link to application form here: https://strollersnetwork.net/propel-artist-development-programme