1,000+ Opportunities
Find the right grant
Search federal, foundation, and corporate grants with AI — or browse by agency, topic, and state.
Round 1 preliminary application deadline is December 8, 2025
The Excellence Artist Fund Residency - Innovation in the Arts is a grant from the University of Wyoming Department of Theatre & Dance that funds visiting creative artists, writers, and scholarly programs in the development and presentation of innovative new work.
Between one and three artists, artistic groups, or companies receive awards ranging from $50,000 to $150,000 to support both the creative process and community-centered practices during a two to four week residency at the University of Wyoming. Recipients are expected to engage with UW students through workshops and lectures, and to participate in the broader Laramie community.
Applications were due December 8, 2025, for residencies during the 2026–2027 academic year.
Get alerted about grants like this
Save a search for “University of Wyoming Department of Theatre & Dance” or related topics and get emailed when new opportunities appear.
Search similar grants →Extracted from the official opportunity page/RFP to help you evaluate fit faster.
NYCPLAYWRIGHTS: 2026-2027 Excellence Artist Fund Residency - Innovation in the Arts - The Department of Theatre & Dance at the University of Wyoming post your call for submissions We never post opportunities that require a submission fee. LEARN MORE .
Saturday, November 22, 2025 2026-2027 Excellence Artist Fund Residency - Innovation in the Arts - The Department of Theatre & Dance at the University of Wyoming Deadline: December 8, 2025 Applications should be compiled and submitted as a single PDF document and sent via email to theatre_dance@uwyo. edu with “Application for 2026-2027 Excellence Artist Fund Residency” in the subject line.
The Department of Theatre & Dance at the University of Wyoming invites proposals for the 2026-2027 Excellence Artist Fund Residency - Innovation in the Arts.
This prestigious residency is designed to support visiting creative artists, writers, and/or scholarly programs in the development and presentation of innovative new work at the University of Wyoming, while fostering meaningful engagement with both our campus and the broader Laramie community.
Through this residency, the Department of Theatre & Dance aims to award between one and three artists, artistic groups, and/or companies with funding ranging from $50,000 to $150,000, supporting both the creative process and community-centered practices integral to the artist’s residency. The residency will take place over a two to four week period during the University of Wyoming’s 2026-2027 academic year.
Specific dates will be determined in collaboration with the selected artist(s) to best align with the university’s calendar and the needs of the proposed project.
All recipients of the 26/27 Excellence Artist Fund Residency are expected to actively engage in the following activities throughout the duration of their residency: • Engagement with University of Wyoming students through workshops, lectures, class visits, or other interactive opportunities. • Engagement with the broader Laramie and Wyoming communities, fostering connections beyond the university setting.
• On-campus presence during the development of the proposed work is required for the term of the residency. • Collaboration with The Neltje Center for Excellence and Creativity in the Arts in a meaningful capacity. This might include a public presentation, workshop, or dedicated development time.
• The residency must culminate in a public presentation, performance, exhibition, or other form of sharing the completed or in-progress work with the university and/or wider community. Creative artists, writers, and scholars of all backgrounds, geographies, and levels of experience are encouraged to submit a proposal.
Proposals will be reviewed based on the following criteria: • Artistic merit and originality of the proposed work • Feasibility of the project within the scope and duration of the residency • Potential for meaningful engagement with University of Wyoming students and the broader Laramie community Priority will be given to proposals that: • Demonstrate a strong interdisciplinary approach that incorporates the disciplines within Theatre & Dance • Thoughtfully incorporate the theme of Innovation in the Arts Round 1 – Preliminary Application As the first step in the application process, artists must submit the following materials, compiled into a single PDF document, via email to theatre_dance@uwyo.
edu with “Application for 2026-2027 Excellence Artist Fund Residency” in the subject line. 1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)/ Resume/Company Website 2.
Artist Statement (This is where applicants can include any publicity and/or reviews relevant to their proposed project) 3. Project Proposal, including: a. A detailed (1-3 page) description of the process to be utilized and the project to be developed during the residency, including how the work will incorporate the theme of b.
A clear explanation of how the project intends to utilize an interdisciplinary approach. c. A description of how the project will be shared publicly at the conclusion of the residency (e.g., performance, exhibition, workshop, lecture, etc).
4. Residency Activity Proposal, including: a. An engagement plan outlining how you will interact with students at the University of Wyoming’s Theatre & Dance Department and how your project supports the department’s vision and mission (e.g., class visits, workshops, talks, etc).
b. An engagement plan for connecting with the greater Laramie and Wyoming communities (e.g., public events, community workshops, etc). c.
A description of how you envision collaborating with The Neltje Center for Excellence and Creativity in the Arts (e.g., public showings, workshops, creative development, etc). You can learne more about the Neltje Center here - https://www. uwyo.
edu/as/neltje-center/ 5. Portfolio/Website Link: A minimum of five work samples that best represent your artistic practice and demonstrate relevance to the proposed project. Work samples may include images, videos, audio files, and/or writing samples.
6. Preliminary Budget Estimate a. Budgets must fall within the range of $50,000 to $150,000.
b. Budgets should account for all expenses, including fees for participating artists/collaborators, travel, accommodations, materials, and production costs. 7.
Proposed Project Timeline a. A detailed estimated timeline outlining the project’s development and residency activities, including research and development work planned to be done in preparation before the start of the residency, potentially in collaboration with The University of Wyoming students and staff. b.
Please note that the required two to four week residency period may be scheduled flexibly and does not need to be consecutive. Round 2 – Final Application (By Invitation Only) Applicants selected to advance to Round 2 will be asked to submit the following additional materials: 1. Online Interview - Finalists will be invited to participate in an online interview with the selection panel prior to final decisions being made.
Round 1 – Preliminary Application Deadline: December 8, 2025 Applications should be emailed as a single PDF document to theatre_dance@uwyo. edu with “Application for 2026-2027 Excellence Artist Fund Residency” in the subject line. Round 2 – Zoom Interview (By Invitation Only) Notification: Applicants selected to advance to Round 2 will be notified by February 2026.
Decisions and Applicant Notifications All applicants will be notified of their status by March 2026. Final decisions will be made and announced after contracts and agreements have been made NAMT's Festival of New Musicals 2026 Grosse Pointe Theatre 13th Annual Ten Minute Play ... Go Try PlayWrite November 2025 Theatre Now Soundbites festival seeks 10-minute mu...
NYCPlaywrights seeks monologues ~ the theme is "Bl... Mini Plays Magazine seeks short plays and monologues The Road Theatre Company seeks samples of full-len... The Ground Floor's 2026 Summer Residency Lab Appli...
BREAK A LEG PRODUCTIONS seeks 20-40 minute plays f... Locally Grown Theatre is now accepting play submis... Gather by Ghostlight seeks 10-minute plays CHAIN THEATER Winter One-Act Festival 2026 2026-2027 Excellence Artist Fund Residency - Inno...
Irish American Heritage Museum (IAHM) one-act play... Press Box Theater seeks submissions for New Playwr... Eight Annual Eric Weinberger Award for Emerging Li...
TIGER’S HEART PLAYERS PREMIER SIX LINES CONTEST Terrence McNally New Works Incubator Application -... Call for Full‑Length Plays — Lobsters Internationa...
ShortPlayNYC seeks short plays on the LUV theme Walnut Outreach Playwriting Competition The Lake Macquarie One Act Play Festival 2026 Theater-by-the-Grove seeks full-length plays THINK FAST A virtual short play competition Green Lung Studio seeks work for Spring 2026 season Free tickets: ISAAC'S EYE by Lucas Hnath ELevated Productions NYC seeks full-length product...
Barter Theater: Black Stories Black Voices Rover Dramawerks 10-Minute Comedies Contest Clockhouse open for submissions for the Summer 202... Discount tickets: BAMMY AN' BUXOM Discount tickets: TODAY IS A GOOD DAY, NEW YORK NE... PICK OF THE VINE – Season 24 - seeking short plays THE ALEXANDER NDERITU PRIZE FOR WORLD LITERATURE (...
NYLon Fusion seeks 10-minute plays The Artistic Home Call for Submissions: Cut to the...
Scoring criteria used to review proposals for this grant.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Creative artists, writers, and scholars of all backgrounds and experience levels. Priority for interdisciplinary proposals incorporating theatre and dance disciplines with the theme Innovation in the Arts. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $50,000-$150,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is December 8, 2025. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
Yes — AI tools like Granted can help research funders, draft proposal sections, and check compliance. However, always review and customize AI-generated content to reflect your organization's unique strengths and the specific requirements of the solicitation.
Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.