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Arts Projects Theater Grants are funding opportunities from the New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA) that support the creation and touring of devised ensemble theater projects across the United States. Through the National Theater Project (NTP), NEFA connects theater ensembles, artists, and presenters to build a national network of informed, interactive collaborators.
Additional programs include NEST (New England States Touring), which funds the presentation of regional, national, and international artists at New England-based nonprofits, and Crossroads, which expands access to global artistic excellence for New England communities. Eligible applicants include nonprofit theaters and performing arts organizations nationwide. Awards range from $15,000 to $50,000.
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National Theater Project supported Cornerstone Theater Company | Photo by Tim Trumble 5 result(s) matching the filter criteria Crossroads: Touring New England Program Goals Expand access to artistic excellence for New England communities performed by artists from across the globe.
Strengthen collaboration and partnerships among artists and New England The National Dance Project (NDP) supports the creation and U.S. touring of new dance projects and connects artists, cultural organizations, and audiences across the nation.
The National Theater Project (NTP) supports the creation and touring of U.S. based, devised ensemble theater projects through direct funding and a cultivation of an informed, interactive network of ensembles, artists, and presenters throughout the field NEST (New England States Touring) NEST (New England States Touring) funds the presentation of regional, national, and international artists presented by New England-based nonprofit organizations.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Nonprofit theaters and performing arts organizations nationwide, including Virginia Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $15,000 - $50,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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National Dance Project Production Grant is a grant from New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA) that funds the creation and U.S. touring of new dance projects. Grants of up to $75,000 are structured as $45,000 for creation, $10,000 for operating support, and $20,000 for touring. Eligible applicants are professional choreographers or dance companies with 501(c)(3) status or a fiscal sponsor, with at least two U.S. organizational partners and two U.S. touring partners secured, and premiere dates after September 30, 2026. Note: the 2026 cycle is the final NDP deadline. The application deadline was March 16, 2026.
Innovate Grants for Artists and Photographers is a grant from the New England Foundation for the Arts (NEFA) that funds visual artists and photographers through quarterly awards of $1,800 each. Each quarter, one visual artist and one photographer are selected to receive a grant supporting their innovative creative practice. The application process is designed to be simple, allowing artists to focus on their work. The spring cycle is now open for submissions. The deadline for the 2026 spring cycle was March 19, 2026. Eligible applicants are visual artists and photographers; no geographic restrictions are specified in the grant program.