The BBC Performing Arts Fund supports performing arts individuals, community groups and organisations through grants, mentoring and advice. In 2013 we are focusing on Theatre, and our Community Theatre scheme launched on 3rd June. The scheme aims to support groups of non-professional performers that have ambition and wish to raise their profile within their local community.



Eligible groups can apply for grants of between £500 and £5000 to be used on one-off projects that may…

The BBC Performing Arts Fund supports performing arts individuals, community groups and organisations through grants, mentoring and advice. In 2013 we are focusing on Theatre, and our first grant scheme Theatre Fellowships launches in May, aiming to support individuals through the early stages of their theatre careers; helping to establish themselves in the professional world through bespoke placements within existing theatre organisations.

Through this scheme, we hope to increase the…